The Illuminate Orthodontic Podcast Illuminate Orthodontic

Dr. Kyle Fagala is a well-known speaker, podcast host and orthodontic thought leader who practices at Saddle Creek Orthodontics outside of Memphis, TN.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


Kyle’s upbringing in Arkansas and his journey into orthodontics
How Kyle and his wife Anna established a thriving practice together
The story behind Kyle co-founding the marketing company Neon Canvas, blending orthodontic expertise with digital strategy
What inspired Kyle to release an orthodontic children’s book, offering a unique perspective on patient education
Kyle’s reflections on faith, mental health considerations within the orthodontic profession, and his diverse range of hobbies and interests


Recorded March 21, 2024 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel in St. Louis, MO during the Orthopreneurs RD course.

Generous support for this podcast comes from Allure Ortho & uLab Systems.

Musical Tributes:
’The Long and Winding Road’ by The Beatles
‘The Digital Orthodontist: Live!’ Theme Song

Timestamps
Side 1
[12:04] Early life in Arkansas
[29:19] How Kyle Met Anna
[33:00] Dental School in Memphis
[33:36] Specializing in Orthodontics

Side 2
[41:15] Saddle Creek Orthodontics
[47:58] Neon Canvas
[57:56] The Digital Orthodontist: Live! Podcast
[01:02:26] The Digital Orthodontist Facebook Group

Side 3
[01:07:58] All The Best Faces Wear Braces & Nothing Finer Than Aligners
[01:17:02] Mental Health
[01:23:58] Faith

Side 4
[01:32:41] The Beatles
[01:36:32] Progressive Rock
[01:40:37] Relapse
[01:43:09] Cooking
[01:44:37] Sneakers
[01:46:17] Photography

A roundtable discussion on the future of the orthodontic profession with innovators Dr. Brandon Owen, Dr. Melanie Wang & Dr. Jason Cope. This special episode was recorded in front of a live audience during the Ortho Innovation Summit in Austin, TX.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


The guests’ favorite aspects of the Ortho Innovation Summit
The benefits and challenges of adopting a digital workflow
What orthodontic technologies or services are ripe for innovation
Thoughts on what the future orthodontic practice might look like
Advice the panel has for aspiring innovators & inventors


Recorded March 2nd, 2024 at the Thompson Hotel during the Ortho Innovation Summit in Austin, TX.

Generous support for this podcast comes from KLOwen Ortho, Voxel & ArchForm.

 

Bonus Content: Tom O’Grady’s Live Fender Rhodes Piano Set

‘Leave the Door Open’ by Silk Sonic

‘What’s Going On’ by Marvin Gaye (Donny Hathaway version)

‘Lovely Day’ by Bill Withers

‘Just the Way You Are’ by Billy Joel

‘I Can’t Help It’ by Michael Jackson

Innovative orthodontist Dr. Jared Gianquinto is known for integrating an orthodontic digital workflow into his practice in Bakersfield, CA.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


Jared’s upbringing in California and his educational journey to the East Coast
Jared’s involvement with the US Navy aboard the USS Ronald Regan aircraft carrier
What prompted Jared to return to Bakersfield to establish Gianquinto OrthoArts
How Jared became an early adopter of KLOwen Custom Braces
Other digital technologies Jared has incorporated including uLab & 3M Clarity Aligners, InBrace & Grin remote monitoring


Recorded August 11th & October 27th, 2023 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL.

Generous support for this podcast comes from uLab Systems & the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO).


Join us for a live podcast experience, along with tacos & tequila, in Austin, TX during the Ortho Innovation Summit hosted by KLOwen Custom Digital Solutions! The Ortho Innovation Summit is will take place February 29th through March 2nd, 2024. Leap into the future and reserve your spot today!

Exclusive Illuminate Promo Codes (case sensitive, apply before checkout)
illuminateDR - $270 off doctor registration
illuminateSTAFF - $100 off team member registration
Note: codes valid through 2/28/24

 

Musical Tributes:
’This Christmas’ by Donny Hathaway
‘Mele Kalikimaka’ popularized by Bing Crosby & the Andrews Sisters

Dr. Neal Kravitz is a highly respected orthodontist and innovative thought-leader who practices outside of Washington, D.C.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


Neal’s upbringing in Northern Virginia as the son of a dermatologist
His involvement with the AAO, ABO and Angle Society
How Neal became the Editor-in-Chief for the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics (JCO)
A few of his top clinical & life pearls
Neal’s perspective on some recent trends in orthodontics


Recorded July 8, 2023 at Coastal Creative Studios in St. Petersburg, FL.

Generous support for this podcast comes from The Aligner Intensive Fellowship & CAStrack.


Join us for a live podcast experience, along with tacos & tequila, in Austin, TX during the Ortho Innovation Summit hosted by KLOwen Custom Braces! The Ortho Innovation Summit will take place February 29th through March 2nd, 2024. Leap into the future and reserve your spot today!

Exclusive Illuminate Promo Codes (case sensitive, apply before checkout)
illuminateDR - $270 off doctor registration
illuminateSTAFF - $100 off team member registration
Note: codes valid through 2/28/24

Orthodontist Dr. Sheldon Salins practices in San Francisco, CA and is a self-proclaimed & unabashed tooth nerd who is known for his magnetic personality.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


Sheldon’s educational adventure which took him from East Coast to West Coast
How Sheldon went from associate to practice owner with the help of his mentors
How he grew his practice with online reviews despite the Great Recession
The story behind Sheldon’s trademark bow tie
What prompted Sheldon to incorporate LightForce custom braces into his practice


Recorded June 3, 2023 at the LightForce Future meeting in San Diego, CA.

Generous support for this podcast comes from 3M Oral Care & DentalMonitoring.

For more information about the podcast, head over to www.illuminateorthopodcast.com.

Musical tributes on this episode:


"Thriller" by Michael Jackson
"The Great Pumpkin Waltz" by Vince Guaraldi from It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown soundtrack

Orthodontist Dr. Tim Dumore practices in Winnipeg, Canada and is recognized for being an innovator of new orthodontic technologies.

On this episode, you’ll learn about:


How Tim was part of the Alpha Group for Invisalign & development group for Ortho2
Why Tim got involved with the Seattle Study Club
How Tim was an early adopter of uLab Systems & LightForce
How Tim recently partnered with Corus Orthodontists
Tim’s dental mission work in Uganda


Recorded June 2, 2023 at the LightForce Future meeting in San Diego, CA.

Generous support for this podcast comes from DentalMonitoring & 3M Oral Care.

 For more information about the podcast, head over to www.illuminateorthopodcast.com.