Ultradent Products Podcast

Dr. Van Haywood discusses the way peroxide works to whiten teeth, bleaching over orthodontic brackets and the use of carbamide peroxide for caries control. Dr. Van Haywood is a Professor at the School of Dentistry at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Haywood co-authored the first publication in the world on nightguard vital bleaching with carbamide peroxide and has completed extensive research on bleaching tetracycline stains.

Dr. Frank Milnar discusses the creative aspect to dentistry, including composite placement and shade selection. Dr. Milnar has a background in many disciplines: dental science, preventive dentistry, and biology. He unifies this background with advanced education in the latest techniques in smile design, health rejuvenation and comfortable care.

Dr. Dan Fischer discusses two additions to the Opalescence whitening family: Opalescence Treswhite Supreme and Opalescence PF 35%. Dr. Dan E. Fischer is President and CEO of Ultradent Products, Inc. He is extensively involved in the research and development of many dental products and maintains a part-time practice with an emphasis on esthetic dentistry.

Dr. Jaimee' Morgan gives some practical tips for creating composite restorations quickly without sacrificing quality or esthetics. Dr. Jaimee' Morgan graduated from the University of Texas Dental School at San Antonio. She has been heavily involved in research in association with the Division of Esthetic Dentistry at the University of Texas in San Antonio, and has presented numerous scientific papers as well as having had several articles published in the leading dental journals. She lectures internationally on esthetic and restorative dentistry from a combined research and clinical approach. She has been touted as one of the most practical speakers heard in that she focuses on real dentistry for real people, and offers practical solutions to everyday problems. Dr. Morgan practices cosmetic and restorative dentistry in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Dr. Phil Brown and Norman Hicks discuss the similarities and differences between various types of fiber posts and important criteria for selecting a fiber post system from available products. Dr. Phil Brown entered private practice over 20 years ago and has also spent 12 years assisting dental companies in performing research, development and marketing of new dental products. Norman Hicks is a 31 year veteran of the dental materials industry. He has worked for five major dental manufacturers and is currently self-employed as a consultant for several others. He was directly involved with the introduction of the original fiber post to the U.S. market in the mid 1990's.

Dr. Phil Brown and Norman Hicks discuss the differences between metal and fiber posts, using "Pathways to the Pulp" as a guide for selecting the most appropriate option. Dr. Phil Brown entered private practice over 20 years ago and has also spent 12 years assisting dental companies in performing research, development and marketing of new dental products. Norman Hicks is a 31 year veteran of the dental materials industry. He has worked for five major dental manufacturers and is currently self-employed as a consultant for several others. He was directly involved with the introduction of the original fiber post to the U.S. market in the mid 1990's.

Dr. Phil Brown discusses different types of matrices, including Tofflemire, disposable matrix retainers, and sectional matrix systems. Dr. Phil Brown entered private practice over 20 years ago and has also spent 12 years assisting dental companies in performing research, development and marketing of new dental products.

Carol Jent, RDH discusses pit and fissure sealants, specifically the predictability and versatility of UltraSeal XT plus. Carol Jent, RDH is part of Ultradent's clinical staff and volunteers at the not-for-profit clinic in Salt Lake City.

Dr. Rich Tuttle and Kim Bleiweiss discuss resin-based root canal sealers and resin susceptibility to free radicals. Dr. Richard Tuttle has been practicing dentistry for 30 years. He had a dental career in the military and currently works in Ultradent's Research and Development department. Kim Bleiweiss has also been working in the dental industry for 30 years, including positions at Deseret Dental Supply; Whaledent, Int'l; Harry J. Bosworth, Co.; and Ultradent Products.

Dr. Michael Esposito discusses a direct restorative technique using UltraSeal XT plus, a dual-cure core material and a traditional composite. Dr. Michael Esposito is a general dentist who practices in Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. He has lectured in his local market as well as in Las Vegas. Dr. Esposito has published articles in Dentistry Today, Dentaltown and Contemporary Esthetics and is an active Townie member.

Dr. Phil Brown and Steve Gerber discuss the evolution of cements, the superiority of resin cements and the various uses of PermaFlo DC. Dr. Phil Brown entered private practice over 20 years ago and has also spent 12 years assisting dental companies in performing research, development and marketing of new dental products. Steve Gerber works in product training department for Ultradent.

Drs. Rich Tuttle and Shea Bess discuss various impression making techniques and the features they appreciate in PVS materials. Dr. Richard Tuttle has been practicing dentistry for 30 years. He had a dental career in the military and currently heads up Ultradent's Research and Development department. Dr. Shea Bess practices dentistry in South Jordan, Utah.

Dr. John Kanca discusses his involvement in the development of ViscoStat Clear and its advantages for use in anterior restorations. Dr. John Kanca has revolutionized the field of adhesive dentistry and is the inventor of "wet bonding." Dr. Kanca has published more than 50 original articles and abstracts in peer-reviewed journals and has developed adhesives for many manufacturers.

Dr. Dan Fischer and Carol Jent, RDH provide an illuminating view of the benefits fluoride varnish can bring to different types of patients. Dan E. Fischer is President and CEO of Ultradent Products, Inc. He is extensively involved in the research and development of many dental products and maintains a part-time practice with an emphasis on esthetic dentistry. Carol Jent, RDH is part of Ultradent's clinical staff and volunteers at the not-for-profit clinic in Salt Lake City.

Porcelain restorative authority Dr. Nasser Barghi discusses the addition of composite to his formerly all-porcelain practice. Dr. Nasser Barghi is a professor and head of the Texas Health Science Center at the University of Texas, San Antonio Dental School. He has authored and co-authored over 180 articles and abstracts in scientific journals. Dr. Barghi has completed a great amount of research on bonding and etched porcelain bonded restorations, and has lectured extensively in the United States and abroad on the topic of esthetic dentistry.

Join Dr. Phil Brown and Kim Bleiweiss as they discuss the advantages of fiber posts and specific post designs. Dr. Phil Brown entered private practice over 20 years ago and has also spent 12 years assisting dental companies in performing research, development and marketing of new dental products. Kim Bleiweiss has been working in the dental industry for 30 years, including positions at Deseret Dental Supply; Whaledent, Int'l; and Harry J. Bosworth, Co. Kim is currently working as Ultradent's endodontic sales manager.