https://open.spotify.com/episode/3mkryXlUvR1IfnyV8DjY5R?si=3KwtVOpwSQqT-50lDcpoSA Introduction: The Evolution Toward Competency-Based Assessment The landscape of medical education has undergone a profound transformation over the past two decades, shifting from...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2SL7CDc9KNyK8rC1SRrZ3G?si=3ecmh8JTRIe931vmpJAr5g Tooth extraction remains one of the most common dental procedures, yet it carries increased risks for patients with chronic systemic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/44wV6pvBmWyKtpIP2FW8lp?si=b6p2I5sTRgWlLOQm3hBsxQ In today's dynamic healthcare landscape, the Community Oral Health program plays a crucial role in advancing the careers of individuals from diverse professional backgrounds. Whether...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6VjJelaqmrDS37FXQcdbnM?si=co6FT3RPS2ejc8EaAjeGDg Cancer treatment profoundly impacts oral health, creating unique challenges that require specialized dental care and management. As dental professionals, understanding these...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1JuXjhDFysysZTz1K4zWz5?si=TCK1TTDLRZ2R70cWYxxYlw Many people who have fibromyalgia experience chronic pain that reduces their quality of life and can lead to depression, as well as other health issues. Researchers are looking at the...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Q2Fwyh2RWu7zl4aqEhgBO?si=9LZHPsMHTs2Nx5vnRhFxsg Millions of people suffer from chronic low back pain, which often keeps them from doing things they enjoy and diminishes their quality of life. Always looking for ways to help get...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4UrdnWQkrAGyj3Rntbm1mm?si=i-e6yJXaQPq5bvN1Tug-Tg What if the secret to transforming your elderly patients' lives required more than a weekend conference—what if it demanded the rigorous, systematic education that only accredited...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Jh6BKHRPrPdJKIuK46sv5?si=EkbgufHxTs-voMQAypJfhg Millions of people suffer from chronic pain, and they are looking for a way to find relief. Oftentimes, the first line of treatment involves opioid medications, which can be addictive....
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1EnSYwst7O7FRjbn47n73F?si=Td06HPfPQGS0ebals7GvBw Introduction Head and neck cancer is, depending on the study cited, either the 6th or 7th most common malignancy globally, with the majority (~90% of cases) presenting as oral squamous...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6nGbNneLZEPeqwmID5k7Bi?si=7TAiKsUDQXueOX87LbRL4w Most of us realize that obesity is an ongoing issue in all areas of the country. Those who are considered obese are usually the first to know that things hurt more by having extra weight...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6EsjRXypaw06Z2nb91fJbS?si=K3NNL__-RkKaZTsihq5wCQ April was Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a crucial time to highlight the importance of early detection and treatment of precancerous lesions in the mouth. What many people don't realize is...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4FktYN7zFR55azf2xx0Rae?si=Ub4TUrHDR8-RUKwnnmaSTg As people age, their oral health becomes more complex, and one critical area of concern is the risk of oral cancer. A key part of this risk involves oral potentially malignant...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5BkxBjPbboiZQ1AZndqrhK?si=VUBsVoUZTvi5h2zjeUMONA Often, the first line of treatment for someone who has chronic pain is pharmaceuticals. Many people are prescribed them to help bring relief, but that doesn't always work, leaving people...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5qdk8U3ObZBZNIJeij1CPB?si=-Aws8BtQQN-aloCOvkCatA The global population of individuals aged 65 and above is experiencing a significant surge, a trend underscored by UN projections estimating 1.5 billion older adults by 2050. This...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Xx36lvjRIbe88CBOBBJvf?si=R1SyP0qIRC6cZP2GCrIc6Q As dentists, we also hold a position of trust within society. As a consequence, the society affords the profession certain privileges that are not available to...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/2ct68rWf5Vqpykvku7yppC?si=ywOMUlcsQqqiQysGTrinCA In today's digital age, we've seen healthcare evolve in numerous ways. One increasingly common tool is the online symptom checker—websites or apps where patients input their symptoms and...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cBBVc3BkpwbbXIizajPPj?si=szUqCv2EQ6WpcyXCKtFPPw Pain is complex and central sensitization is hard to reverse. Anyone who has experienced persistent pain knows this deeply, but even from a neurobiological perspective, the intricacies...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6jIQDgA2ZA9pUAGW0YzEtE?si=9COvfijuQp-TL-nPgwb2lA What if it's possible to regrow those pearly whites, perhaps at a fraction of the cost ?[1]. That is a compelling question, especially considering that tooth...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vSGywDDJGUnKv9djcGesF?si=cZYYA2RCQ5Ki-hRpwhr4rA Introduction Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) in children has been recognized and treated since the 1800s with adenotonsillectomy (AT surgery) [1]. What once might have been dismissed as...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/45Wa02wLw3ZQPq6hZ1ndOY?si=2jfcL-k3Ss6fabhDW3ixmQ Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders affect millions worldwide, with disc displacement causing clicking and locking being one of the most common pathologies. While these disorders can...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/653PTsSky9NJil9Q9ps7qm?si=GLQtwK6zTEmSoS8gKT0WEg February marks National Children's Dental Health Month, prompting us to examine how early dental care shapes not just childhood health, but long-term wellbeing throughout adulthood and...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3oXm8ErNkPUio6rVeUXCGk?si=I73KQz4PR6-LJ8utOmlROw “It’s just a baby tooth. It will fall out, and a new one will grow in.” This common sentiment, heard from parents, caregivers, and even teachers, may seem harmless. However, it overlooks...
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6zLApbUYQEBaKlnE0vkMUT?si=ewJEdA9oSt2-3bUU44UAYA Oral precancerous lesions represent a significant public health challenge worldwide. These conditions, which include leukoplakia, erythroplakia, and oral submucous fibrosis, oral lichen...
8-Minute Listen Expertise can teleport. Metaphorically speaking. Technology is, however, reshaping healthcare and education, enabling expert knowledge and services to reach anyone, anywhere. In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, synchronous telemedicine,...
