All Episodes
Episodes
009: Root Tip Retrieval
In my practice, I frequently deal with challenging root tip retrievals when teeth fracture during extraction. It's inevitable if you're taking out teeth. I want to share my approach to managing these painful...
View Episode
008: My Oral Surgery Top 10
In my oral surgery practice, I frequently use 10 things that help me on a daily basis. I'll share them rapidly, not in any particular order:
1. C sponges/throat screens: I use these constantly whenever I put...
View Episode
007: No Simple Extractions
I revisit my belief that continual learning is key to better patient outcomes. I also maintain that having a coach accelerates growth.
I introduce a new belief: dentists should eliminate the phrase “simple...
View Episode
006: Running Sutures Are A Sign Of Weakness
In this episode, I explain the meaning behind the provocative title "Running Sutures are a Sign of Weakness." This mantra originates from my formative experience observing renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeons...
View Episode
005: Surgical Time Outs To Reduce Operative Errors
In Episode 7, Dr. Kirk discusses the critical topic of preventing wrong tooth extractions during oral surgery. He shares how implementing structured “time outs” has helped avoid these devastating errors in his own...
View Episode
004: Management Of Interoperative Bleeding
In Episode 4, Dr. Kirk covers the important topic of managing bleeding during and after oral surgery procedures. He provides an overview of key considerations and his techniques for controlling hemorrhage when it...
View Episode
003: Removing Impacted Upper Third Molars
In Episode 3, Dr. Kirk answers a question he recently received from a dental colleague regarding removing impacted upper third molars. He provides a step-by-step walkthrough of his technique for these challenging...
View Episode
002: My Take On Soft Tissue Flap Design
Dr. Kirk opens this episode by sharing that he frequently receives questions about soft tissue flap design, especially regarding impacted third molar removal. He will focus today's show on covering his approach to...
View Episode
001: I Do Not Want To Waste Your Time
The host, Dr. Russell Kirk, introduced himself as a Board Certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon with over 21 years of experience practicing oral surgery. He shares that he has a passion for podcasting, having...
View Episode