There is a lot of conversation these days about the emerging role of the dental team in performing screening medical functions, to assisting the broader medical care team’s efforts in identification and management of chronic diseases.   Listen to Dr. Juan Fernando Yepes, a favorite of our podcast audience, pediatric dentist, and medical doctor, tell us about how he sees the future of pediatric dentistry including a major role in helping a broader health care team in managing overall health. Learn how the dental hygienist may play a broader role in medical management of dental caries.  Check out AAPD’s other podcast- Pedo Teeth Talk!Looking for episodes on more clinical topics? Pedo Teeth Talk is a podcast specializing in pediatric dental topics relevant to you and your practice. Listen on iTunes, aapd.org, Spotify, Google Podcast, Stitcher, Android and more! Without our platform sponsors, this podcast would not be possible. Thank you to our platform sponsors: Cheng Crowns (https://chengcrowns.com), Denovo Dental (https://denovodental.com), Dox Pedo (https://www.doxpedo.com), Pacific Dental/My Kid’s Dentist & Orthodontics (https://www.pacificdentalservices.com/), Treloar & Heisel (https://www.treloaronline.com)  Do you have an idea for a topic that you would love to hear on Newly Erupted? Email [email protected] with your suggestion! Spread the word! Tell your friends, colleagues, and co-residents about Newly Erupted! Subscribe to our podcast so you never miss an episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.