OM3 Oral Surgery Part 1 #38

Guests: OM3 Oral Surgery- Dr. Peter Kim, Serv Wahan, Dan Brady, Dustin Altmann, Michael Gross

https://om3surgery.com/

 

Host: Dr. Serv Wahan

https://www.drwahan.com/

 

Keywords:

Om3 Oral Surgery, Oral Surgeons Snohomish, Mill Creek oral surgeon, Dental Implants Snohomish, Bisphosphonates and dental, dental podcast, oral surgery podcast, Seattle oral surgeons, University of Washington Dental School

 

Community and Expertise: Behind the Scenes of a Private Surgical Practice

Discover how a dedicated team of oral surgeons and dental professionals uphold community service, continuous education, and patient-centered care in a private practice setting. In this episode, they share insights on hospital privileges, wisdom teeth removal, board certification, and innovative procedures like All-on-X, emphasizing the importance of experience, collaboration, and ongoing learning.

 

Key Topics

• The history and mission of a longstanding private practice in Washington
• Advantages of maintaining hospital privileges for complex cases
• The significance of board certification in oral surgery
• Strategies for safe wisdom teeth extraction across age ranges
• Use of PRF (platelet-rich fibrin) to enhance healing and reduce complications
• Managing patients on bisphosphonates and addressing osteonecrosis risks
• Approaches to full-mouth implants and All-on-X procedures
• The value of teaching and volunteering at the University of Washington Dental School
• How private practices differ from corporate centers in personalized patient care
• Collaboration with general dentists and supporting complex cases

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction and overview of the practice’s community roots
02:00 - Benefits of hospital privileges and ER call responsibilities
06:00 - The importance of board certification and continuing education
09:00 - Insights into the oral certification process and exam experiences
13:00 - The role of volunteering and teaching at UW Dental School
16:00 - Techniques for wisdom teeth removal: age, development, and risks
22:00 - Using PRF for healing in different patient populations
25:00 - Managing complications with impacted wisdom teeth and cysts
30:00 - Addressing osteonecrosis risks in patients on bisphosphonates
37:00 - Protocols for treating osteoradionecrosis and preventive measures
43:00 - Strategies for implant placement in medically complex patients
50:00 - The growing importance of private practice in comprehensive care
56:00 - Full-arch and All-on-X solutions: team effort and patient outcomes
62:00 - Differentiating private practices from corporate centers and post-op follow-up
66:00 - Opportunities for general dentists to collaborate on surgical cases
69:00 - Future topics: biopsies, oral lesions, impacted canines, and more
70:00 - Closing remarks and appreciation for staying community-focused

Resources & Links

• PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin)
• All-on-X Procedures
• Parkland Dental School
• Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis Management
• Understanding Osteoradionecrosis

Connect with the Team

• Serv Wahan  
• Peter Kim 
• Dan Brady  
• Dustin Altmann  
• Michael Gross 

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This episode highlights the dedication of a private practice committed to community service, ongoing education, and providing comprehensive surgical care. Whether you're a general dentist or a new oral surgeon, there's valuable insight into collaboration, patient management, and maintaining practice integrity.