In this episode of the Digital Smile Podcast, Tim interviews Emma Arnold, a dental assistant who has transformed her role within her practice through digital dentistry and smile design. Emma shares her journey from a basic dental assistant to becoming an expert in 3D printing and ExoCAD design. The conversation highlights the importance of team growth, opportunities for learning, and the impact of technology in modern dentistry. Emma discusses the workflow of creating trial smiles and the collaborative process with her dentist, Dr. Alley, emphasizing the significance of mentorship and hands-on experience in developing skills. The episode concludes with a call to action for dental professionals to recognize and nurture the potential within their teams.
1:58 - About the Guest: Emma Arnold
12:43 - Catalyst of Change
19:51 - 3D Printing Career
34:27 - Workflow for Trial Smile
42:17 - Fundamental Design Concepts
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmajustine_/
About Dr Timothy Anderson | Missouri River Dental, ND
Dr. Anderson founded Missouri River Dental as a startup private practice in Bismarck, ND. After receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, he completed his general practice residency at Hennepin County Medical Center (Level 1 Trauma Center). His practice and philosophy is grounded in the belief that technology helps dentists to work smarter, have more fun, and ignite their passion for their business, all while improving the patient experience and achieving better clinical outcomes. He leverages CEREC, CBCT, 3D printing, and CO2 laser technology to deliver comprehensive, quality oral health care that is patient-centered. In addition to clinical dentistry, Dr. Anderson maintains a leadership role within the dental profession and lectures on various dental technology topics around the country. He is a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in the areas of dental lasers and 3D Printing. He invests his time and knowledge as a faculty member at 3D Dentists to help other dental professionals nationally discover what digital technology can do for their practice.
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/timandersondds
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