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Scared of implementing AI in your dental practice? Dr. Tom Rutner is here to walk us through the pros & cons of using AI, and help us learn how to implement in a way that doesn’t replace us, but empowers us✨

Dr. Rutnery has successfully integrated AI across nearly every part of his dental operations, from diagnostics to documentation, with a focus on implementation strategy and team mindset. What started as curiosity during dental school turned into a passion after seeing the remarkable ROI increase from his first AI tools. He describes himself as a pragmatic implementer who keeps turning into an all-in innovator.

Dr. Rutner owns three dental practices in Northern California, bridging both private practice and Medi-Cal care. A graduate of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and former class president, he’s known for blending pragmatic strategy with forward-thinking innovation.

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Rutner enjoys golfing, cheering on the 49ers, and spending time with his wife, their toddler, and golden retriever, as they prepare to welcome a new baby later this year.

✨Connect with Dr. Rutner:

• Website: https://miguelstanley.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmiguelstanley/

Huge thank you to our educational partner, Toothy AI for making this episode possible!

Learn more here: https://www.toothy.ai/

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Dr. Layne Martin is the Co-creator & lead faculty of the airVata appliance, a nightguard that opens airways to improve sleep quality. He also created the OpenAir Pillow, which helps reduce snoring and improve sleep performance, enabling a better, healthier lifestyle. Needless to say, he is one of the foremost ortho innovators with an invaluable focus on airway and sleep performance!

✨Helpful Links: 

• AirVata Website: https://www.airvata.com/
• OpenAir Pillow Website: https://www.openairpillow.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/layne-martin-95777a4/

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Ever since clear aligners hit the market, there’s been an ongoing discussion on which is better: aligners vs. metal brackets. But is one really better than the other? How can you tell which one is right for you? We’ll break it down for you so you can weed through all the confusion and pick the best option! 

Tune in to this patient-focused episode to learn:  

• The cost breakdown between aligners & braces
• Treatment duration for each method
• Maintenence considerations
• General comfort and ease of use

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We’re honored to be joined by TWO guests this episode, Dr. Miguel Stanley & Dr. Amanda Seay to get a behind-the-scenes look at what we can expect from the 2026 AACD Conference this April in Aventura, Florida! 🎉

✨2026 AACD Conference Info: https://www.aacdconference.com/event/2026/main-menu

Dr. Miguel Stanley is the keynote speaker at the 2026 AACD Conference. He is the founder and clinical director of the globally renowned White Clinic, a Leading Dental Center of the World for over 25 years, with a large team of highly skilled doctors, and co-founder of the Slow Dentistry Global Network, a nonprofit organisation.

He is the Vice President of the Digital Dentistry Society and also serves on the board of the recently established Innovation Society at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. A member of many international scientific and academic organisations, Dr. Stanley has published several studies and articles over the years. He is a consultant and Key Opinion Leader for leading dental tech companies and holds a license to practice in the UK, Dubai and Portugal.

✨Connect with Dr. Stanley:

• Website: https://miguelstanley.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmiguelstanley/

Dr. Amanda Seay is the president of ​The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry and award-winning Founder, Chief Executive Officer, and Clinical Director of Expertise Dental in Charleston, South Carolina. Her expertise ranges from complex restorative treatment planning to comprehensive preventative and reconstructive dentistry.

Dr. Seay is a recognized leader in the dental industry and has been featured in various dental publications for her influence and dedication to the profession. She was named the 11th Most Influential Person in Dentistry by Incisal Edge Magazine. She is the 85th dentist in the world to earn the honor of Fellow Accredited Member status with the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She is also the co-creator of imPRES Dental Courses, an internationally recognized dental esthetics continuum.

✨Connect with Dr. Seay: 

• Website: https://expertisedental.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-seay-01348534/

Huge thank you to our educational partner, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry,  for making this episode possible! Learn more about the organization here: https://aacd.com/

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Dr. Horowitz had the honor of catching up with his old friend, Dr. Lee Weinstein, at Chicago Midwinter! Dr. Weinstein is the founder of Core Smiles Consulting, where he helps dental practices learn how to treat diverse groups of patients effectively. 

Tune in to learn: 

• The value of getting disability insurance at your dental practice
• The best dental mirror
• The benefits of becoming a Certified Autistic Center

Learn more about the IBCCES here: https://ibcces.org/

✨Connect with Dr. Weinstein on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lee-weinsteindmd/

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Dr. Steven Erbeck is a fourth-generation dentist born and raised in Mason, Ohio. He has actively championed causes that truly matter to Ohioans by regularly attending lobbying sessions on Capitol Hill to push for greater healthcare access for all and to fight for stronger regulations to combat the opioid epidemic. Rooted in a deep passion for reviving the American Dream in Southwest Ohio, Steven is running for Congress in Ohio’s first district to proudly represent his community with integrity and is dedicated to creating a stronger, brighter Ohio for the next generation.

Growing up on a farm, Steven learned the importance of hard work at an early age. He then attended The Ohio State University, where he pursued studies in both Business and Biology. Inspired by his family’s legacy in dentistry, he earned his DDS at New York University’s College of Dentistry so he could take the reins of the family practice back in Cincinnati. Following in the footsteps of his great-grandfather, who was Mason’s first dentist, Steven expanded his family’s century-old business into The Cincinnati Dental Group, a state-of-the-art, multi-doctor practice with offices in both Mason and Montgomery.

Steven is dedicated to his family, his faith, and his community. He resides in Madeira with his wife, Sydney, their six-month-old daughter, Georgia, and their golden retriever, Winston. He is an active member of his community and a parishioner of St. Gertrude’s Church, where Steven also serves as a Knight of Columbus.

✨Helpful Links:

• Erbeck for Congress: https://www.erbeckforcongress.com/
• Practice Website: https://www.thecincinnatidentalgroup.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-erbeck-64a61168/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erbeckforcongress/

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