INNOVATION·IN·DENTISTRY

Week to 31 August 2026

This week in dentistry.

What came out, who turned up, who is on stage next, and which numbers moved. Built from our own pages the morning after they were scored, and every line of it links to the page it came from.

167 new episodes · 0 new pages · 3 events ahead · 115 numbers moved · 6 went quiet

25 August 2026 to 31 August 2026

What came out this week

New episodes from the shows we read, grouped by show. The notes are the publisher's, quoted at the opening and linked in full to their own page.

Daily Dental Podcast

  1. 923. Invest or Spend? A Better Way to Make Decisions

    31 August 2026 · 4:51

    Dr. Killeen shares a simple mindset that can transform the way you think about your time, money, and daily decisions. Every choice falls into one of two…

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  2. Special Weekend Episode with Darren Macfee: The Foundation of Accountability

    29 August 2026 · 16:22

    Dr. Killeen sits down with executive and leadership coach Darren Macfee, who has been a trusted advisor for more than a decade. Drawing on years of experience…

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  3. 922. The Best Investment You'll Ever Make

    28 August 2026 · 3:57

    After an expensive trip to a used bookstore, Dr. Killeen shares why he happily spent more than expected and why he believes books are one of the highest-return…

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  4. 921. Lead Like a Steward

    27 August 2026 · 5:04

    What does it really mean to lead? Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful perspective from LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault, who views leadership not as owning success, but…

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  5. 920. The Value of Choosing Hard Things

    26 August 2026 · 5:51

    In a world built around convenience, Dr. Killeen makes the case for intentionally choosing a little hardship. From vacations without cell service to simple…

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  6. 919. One Season at a Time

    25 August 2026 · 5:19

    What if the biggest thing holding your practice back isn't a lack of time, but a lack of focus? In this episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a timeless quote from…

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The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes

  1. 2586: How to Choose the Right Practice Exit Path

    31 August 2026 · 41:12

    On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back Brannon Moncrief of McLerran & Associates for a timely conversation about the current dental transition…

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  2. 2585: How Frenectomies Can Unlock New Patient Care

    28 August 2026 · 1:05:04

    On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Michael Dienberg and Bethany Dienberg for a Dental Success Network webinar on integrating frenectomies…

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  3. 2584: Why Ownership May Be the Best Repayment Strategy

    27 August 2026 · 54:42

    On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back Mark Johnson, wealth advisor with RBF Wealth Advisors and founder of Student Loans Rx and Dental Wealth Rx,…

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  4. 2583: A Breakthrough in Team Training; What I Learned in a Sorority House

    26 August 2026 · 56:43

    On today's episode, Dr. Ben Kacos speaks during the Dental Success Summit 2026 about the evolution of team training, culture, and accountability inside a…

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  5. 2582: Partnerships-Navigating Equity, Growth and Retention

    25 August 2026 · 1:08:59

    On today's episode, Alastair MacDonald joins Dr. Mark Costes during the Dental Success Summit 2026 for a powerful conversation on dental practice partnerships,…

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Dental A Team Podcast

  1. #1,195: Burnt Out? Get Your Life Back Without Sacrificing Growth

    27 August 2026 · 21:15

    Kiera gives three tactical shifts to help practice owners get their time, energy, and life back, while still maintaining a successful business. Episode…

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  2. #1,194: Are Your KPIs Lying To You?

    26 August 2026 · 19:41

    Key performance indicators are fundamental to a successful practice. But what about their dark side? Kiera shares how to know whether those metrics are telling…

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  3. #1,193: The Foolproof Way to Build Community Anywhere, Anytime

    25 August 2026 · 25:20

    In this episode, Tiff and Nikki talk about a critical piece under the marketing umbrella: networking with people in your community across different "genres" of…

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Dental Practice Heroes

  1. Simple Ways to Turn Patient Objections Into a Yes

    31 August 2026 · 32:16

    Cost, timing, pain, insurance. These objections don't mean a patient is saying "no." In this episode, the DPH coaches share how they handle the most common…

  2. The Subtle Trap Undermining Your Practice's Success

    27 August 2026 · 23:45

    Your front desk can look busy all day and still leak production, profit, and patience. When phones, check-ins, insurance questions, and balance collections are…

  3. Implementation Usually Fails in 1 of These 3 Areas

    25 August 2026 · 18:24

    We break down why the same operational problems keep resurfacing even after everyone “agrees” in a meeting. We share a simple leadership framework that turns…

The Best Practices Show with Kirk Behrendt

  1. 1093: Metric Mondays: Average Daily Production Goal: Is Your Schedule Built to Win the Day? - Robyn Theisen

    31 August 2026 · 12:16

    A full schedule does not always mean a productive schedule. Without a clear average daily production goal, teams can stay busy, miss production targets, and…

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  2. 1092: The Truth About Practice Ownership, DSOs, and Retirement - Dr. John Cranham

    28 August 2026 · 49:37

    John Cranham

    What should dentists understand about practice ownership, selling to a DSO, planning for retirement, and building a career that stays aligned with their…

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  3. 1091: How Do You Handle an Aging Employee Who Can't Meet Expectations? - Alan Twigg

    26 August 2026 · 36:46

    What should you do when a longtime team member can no longer meet the demands of their role? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt talks with Alan Twigg, president of…

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The Very Dental Podcast Network

  1. AME: Clinical Rage Bait

    31 August 2026 · 26:36

    Recording from the office on a Sunday while assembling new equipment, Alan unpacks the unspoken and infuriating little annoyances that every clinical dentist…

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  2. Very Dental: AI with Arms and Legs with Dr. Richard Low

    28 August 2026 · 57:26

    Dr. Richard Low

    Alan is joined by longtime friend and dental podcasting veteran Dr. Richard Low. Moving past the initial hype and overwhelm of modern artificial intelligence,…

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  3. Spear Education All-Stars on Prosthodontics, Mentorship & Mastery

    25 August 2026 · 1:09:54

    This throwback episode of the Group Function Podcast captures a candid roundtable originally recorded in August 2021 during a Spear Education virtual summit.…

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Australian Dental Council Exam Prep Podcast

  1. Surviving ADC Exam Stress as a Couple - Part 2

    30 August 2026 · 18:40

    Dentist AustralianDentalCouncil OverseasDentists ADCWritten ADCPractical OSCEPrep DentistAustralia DentalLicensing DentalSchoolLife RelationshipSupport…

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  2. Surviving ADC Exam Stress as a Couple - Part 1

    27 August 2026 · 36:55

    "One person sits the exam. Two people may carry the stress."This podcast is designed to help overseas-trained dentists navigate the intense cognitive,…

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Becker's Dental + DSO Review Podcast

  1. Building and Scaling a High-Growth Dental Practice

    28 August 2026 · 24:27

    In this episode, Co-Founders & CEOs of Areo Dental Group, Dr. Anushka Gaglani and Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj, share how they grew their dental practice from a single…

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  2. The Power of Compassion in Dentistry with Dr. Larry Benz

    26 August 2026 · 16:50

    Larry Benz

    In this episode, Larry Benz, DPT, CEO of Dental Care Alliance, discusses the Called to Care program, the impact of empathy and human connection on patient…

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Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert

  1. Why 65% of Anterior Implants Recede with Dr. Ashley Hoaders

    31 August 2026 · 23:13

    Detailed Show Notes Episode Overview In part one of this two-part series on Dental Digest, host Dr. Melissa Seibert sits down with dual-boarded periodontist…

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  2. Occlusion and Orthodontics with Dr. Vince Kokich Jr

    25 August 2026 · 32:52

    Join Elevated GP: www.theelevatedgp.com Follow @dentaldigestpodcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissaseibert on Instagram Connect with Melissa on Linkedin Dr. Vince…

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Dental Hygiene Basics

  1. 182: I Think I'm Hurting My Patients When I Debride! Help!

    31 August 2026 · 23:16

    If you've ever wondered whether you're being too heavy-handed during instrumentation, you're not alone. In this episode of the Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast,…

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  2. 181: How Dental Microscopes Are Changing Patient Education with Kristen King, RDH

    26 August 2026 · 49:18

    Kristen King, RDH and founder of Dental Reveal, shares how unexpected opportunities, strong professional relationships, and a willingness to stay curious…

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Dental Unfiltered

  1. Episode 223 | Management Unfiltered | Why We Struggle With Associates

    27 August 2026 · 23:36

    Hiring an associate should scale your practice, not add to your headaches. So why do so many associate relationships fall apart within the first year?In this…

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  2. Episode 222 | Dental Unfiltered | Reclaim Your Operatory w/Dr. Aaron Nicholas

    25 August 2026 · 31:57

    Speed and quality aren’t opposites, when you have a true clinical system, they actually depend on each other.In this episode of Dental Unfiltered, Matt Brown…

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Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran

  1. Philippe Salah : Dentistry Uncensored w/ Howard Farran #1732

    31 August 2026 · 1:02:58

    Philippe Salah

    In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Philippe Salah, a PhD-trained scientist with a lifelong passion for innovation in orthodontics. Philippe…

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  2. Dr. Erin Sheffield : Dentistry Uncensored w/ Howard Farran #1731

    26 August 2026 · 1:21:46

    In this episode, Howard Farran sits down with Dr. Erin Sheffield, a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon who has built a career breaking barriers in…

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Evidence in Orthodontics

  1. 50- How to Transition from Functional to Fixed Appliances

    31 August 2026 · 3:10

    Transition from Functional Appliances to Fixed Braces: Key Points - Importance: Smooth transition prevents stalled progress. - Risks: Most relapse occurs…

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  2. 49- Is the Cervical Vertebral Maturation Method Accurate

    27 August 2026 · 3:12

    Explore the Cervicovertebral Maturation (CVM) method, an approach to assess skeletal maturity by evaluating: - Effectiveness in predicting the pubertal growth…

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OstrowTalk

  1. OstrowTalk: Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnea OSA w/Dr. Parishi Marfatia and Dr. Pamela Dhillon

    27 August 2026 · 18:32

    This episode explores the critical role general dentists can play in identifying and managing obstructive sleep apnea. We discuss screening tools, signs to…

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  2. [Blog] Is This Medication Working Yet?

    25 August 2026 · 24:22

    This podcast was created using NotebookLM. This podcast outlines a clinical strategy for assessing the effectiveness of medications in patients with…

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Protrusive Dental Podcast

  1. The Art and Science of Complete Denture Success - PDP282

    28 August 2026 · 55:32

    Complete Dentures That Actually Work: Impressions, CR & Adaptation You don’t have to suck at complete dentures — there’s a science to them, and an art you…

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  2. Biological Dentistry vs Holistic - Trend or Future? Implementing Nutrition and Testing - PDP281

    26 August 2026 · 55:17

    Holistic, biological, functional — is there actually a difference, or is it all just marketing? Are root canals really dangerous — or is that just what the…

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The Dental Marketer

  1. The Simple Phrase That Improves Treatment Acceptance | Dr. Sachin Soni | MMM

    31 August 2026

    If patients leave unsure about the plan, treatment acceptance has already started slipping. In this Monday Marketing Move, Dr. Sachin Soni breaks down one of…

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  2. No Pressure, No Surprises: The Dentist’s Guide to Practice Value | Dr. Sachin Soni | 622

    27 August 2026

    What if the most valuable dentist in the practice isn’t the highest producer, but the one patients trust the most? In this episode, Dr. Sachin Soni shares a…

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The Dentist Money Show | Financial Planning & Wealth Management

  1. #796: Two Cents 8/29 - How Much Does The U.S. Debt Cost?; Are 401(k)s Underrated?; Rise In Hobby Spending

    29 August 2026 · 50:21

    Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week. On this episode of Dentist Money's Two Cents, Matt,…

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  2. #795: What It's Like to Work With Dentist Advisors: A Year in the Life of a Client

    26 August 2026 · 1:09:21

    Ever wondered what it's like to work with Dentist Advisors? On this episode of The Dentist Money Show, Matt and Taylor walk through Dentist Advisors' client…

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The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast

  1. Ep. 799 - Dentistry Meets Wellness: The Chairside Conversation That Could Change a Life

    31 August 2026 · 42:00

    Uche Odiatu

    What if your dental chair is actually one of the most powerful wellness intervention points in a patient's entire healthcare journey? Most dental professionals…

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  2. Ep. 798 - From GP to Perio Practice: Expanding Your Role as a Dental Hygienist

    27 August 2026 · 24:00

    Are you a dental hygienist wondering whether a periodontal specialty practice is the right career move — and what it actually looks like day to day compared to…

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The Underdog Dentist Show - Dentistry, Dental Marketing Business Podcast from Gireesh Likhyani

  1. How to Hire the Right People: Skills, Attitude & Leadership - Likhyani Group Insider Episode w/ Dr. Gireesh and Dr. Nikhil // Season 6 - Ep. #04

    29 August 2026 · 25:31

    Hiring the right people is one of the hardest parts of building a business. But should you hire someone primarily for their technical skills, experience,…

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  2. AI & Patient Data: What Healthcare Professionals Need to Know w/ Dr. Gireesh Likhyani // Season 6 - Ep. #03

    28 August 2026 · 14:19

    AI tools are entering clinics, hospitals, healthcare businesses, and front desk workflows. But what actually happens when someone puts patient data into an AI…

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People

New names, and who kept turning up

Pages that did not exist last week, people the guest matcher named for the first time, and the names that came up most.

First time on a show we read

Named most often

Matched by full name against the pages we already publish. A partial match is never merged, so somebody can be on an episode this week and not in this list.

31 August 2026 to 14 September 2026

Who is on stage next

Everything starting inside the next fortnight, checked against the organizer's own site. Where a speaker list was captured, the people on it who already have a page here are linked.

4 September 2026 to 7 September 2026

FDI World Dental Congress

FDI World Dental Federation · Prague · Czech Republic

30,000+ —participants at the 2025 Congress, including delegates and exhibition visitors, per FDIsource

The organizer has published no speaker list yet.

29 August 2026 to 31 August 2026

What moved

Every number on this site is worked out again each week from public sources. Here is what changed since the last run, and which piece of the score did it.

139 of 1703 pages carry a number, up from 138 last run. Nobody starts with one. We score a page once three independent sources back it up.

First number

Numbers that changed

  1. Elijah Desmond

    Influence Score30.0 → 35.8+5.8Innovation Score31.7 → 31.5-0.2

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 25.0 → 44.3.See the whole working

  2. Russell Kirk

    Influence Score30.6 → 35.2+4.6

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 52.6 → 67.9.See the whole working

  3. Patrick Chavoustie

    Influence Score31.2 → 35.6+4.4Innovation Score36.8 → 36.6-0.2

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 33.2 → 48.0.See the whole working

  4. Dayna Johnson

    Influence Score36.7 → 40.9+4.2Innovation Score37.5 → 37.9+0.4

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 35.4 → 49.7.See the whole working

  5. Duckett Ladd

    Influence Score18.3 → 22.5+4.2Innovation Score35.1 → 34.9-0.2

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 32.5 → 46.3.See the whole working

  6. Afeef Hadi

    Influence Score16.4 → 20.5+4.1Innovation Score22.9 → 22.7-0.2

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 23.9 → 37.5.See the whole working

  7. Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy

    Influence Score27.9 → 32.0+4.1Innovation Score38.8 → 39.2+0.4

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 22.8 → 36.6.See the whole working

  8. Michael Dinsio

    Influence Score31.7 → 35.8+4.1Innovation Score36.9 → 36.8-0.1

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 37.3 → 51.1.See the whole working

  9. Bette Robin

    Influence Score27.2 → 31.2+4.0

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 39.2 → 52.6.See the whole working

  10. Jeff Buske

    Influence Score31.9 → 35.9+4.0Innovation Score35.5 → 35.4-0.1

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 39.2 → 52.6.See the whole working

  11. Josie Dovidio

    Influence Score25.3 → 29.2+3.9Innovation Score35.5 → 35.4-0.1

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 26.5 → 39.5.See the whole working

  12. Chad Duplantis

    Influence Score24.7 → 28.5+3.8Innovation Score37.2 → 37.1-0.1

    Moved furthest: I1 Audience reach — the strongest channel they own, 42.5 → 55.1.See the whole working

115 pages changed in total. The 12 that moved furthest are here.

Places gained and lost

Place counted among the 139 pages carrying a number, best first. A page with no number is not last, it is unplaced.

The method changed between these two runsThis run worked the numbers out under v1.2; the run before it used v1.1. So a number above may have moved because we changed how we measure, not because the person did anything. What changed and on what date is written down.Read what we measure

Still going?

Who went quiet, and who came back

A show is quiet once it has published nothing for 90 days. We check that every week, which nobody else does, and we say it out loud whichever way it goes.

Went quiet

Came back

287 of the 731 feeds we read are still publishing. The rest stay listed and stay labelled.See every show

Composed from the scoring run of 31 August 2026, against the run before it. Something wrong here?Tell us and we fix it