In this episode, Dr. Rod Kurthy, CEO and Founder of Evolve Technologies and creator of Kör Whitening, delves into the science behind modern teeth whitening techniques, shedding light on the factors that contribute to achieving brighter smiles. He also discusses the importance of managing patient expectations in cosmetic dentistry and how effective whitening can encourage interest in additional cosmetic procedures. Tune in to learn valuable insights about the evolving world of dental aesthetics! Episode 288 is available for download now on all of the top podcast platforms or listen now by clicking the player above!
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Episode highlights:
Discussion on the exceptional effectiveness of KӧR Whitening and its unique mechanisms.
Learn how KӧR Whitening delivers predictable results, addressing the concerns of dentists and staff.
Discover how KӧR Whitening treats tetracycline cases and guides dentists in selecting the right kits for different situations.
Discussion on sensitivity issues with whitening, highlighting KӧR’s effectiveness paired with low sensitivity.
Explore tips for growing your practice by incorporating whitening services.
Meet this week’s guest:
Dr. Kurthy has practiced in Southern California for 46 years. He graduated with highest honors from Fairleigh Dickinson University School of Dentistry in 1978 and completed a GP residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr Kurthy’s 48 years of research & development include laser and surgical periodontal bone regeneration; endodontic surgery, including bone regeneration and repair of resorptive lesions; teeth whitening; teeth sensitivity; development of several cosmetic techniques and impression techniques; and even credible, professional marketing techniques designed to attract only high-quality patients. His first participation in periodontal research was in 1976, and teeth whitening in 1977. Dr. Kurthy is the recipient of many awards and accolades including the Mosby Scholarship Award; FDU Prosthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry Awards; the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society Gold Key Award; and a commendation from the Chief Attorney of the United States Department of Defense for his role in supporting patients’ rights in disputes with insurance carriers. Dr. Kurthy’s efforts were directly responsible for forcing Blue Cross of California to correct their Explanation of Benefit comments to conform to accepted practice. In March of 2005, Dr. Kurthy was selected as the most respected member of DentalTown.com by over 60,000 of his peers. Dr. Kurthy is an exciting and effective international lecturer and author of five popular clinical and dental marketing books. He has authored numerous articles in, and is frequently interviewed by, dental journals and consumer magazines. He has appeared numerous times on the covers of several widely-read dental journals in the U.S.; has been featured six times on national tape interview series; is a consultant to several popular consumer magazines such as People Magazine, and has been a feature writer for Oxygen women’s fitness magazine. He has been interviewed and featured numerous times in national media and was the personal dentist of the 1994 United States Men’s World Cup Soccer Team. Most recently Dr. Kurthy has been widely known for his remarkable KöR® Whitening System.
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Dr. Grace Yum has quietly become one of the highest-profile pediatric dentists in Chicago and beyond.
She is in a small pool of less than 5% of all dentists who become certified in pediatrics. She also founded and built Yummy Dental and Orthodontics for Kids into a leader in its category. In this Podcast, Dr. Yum shares pearls of wisdom based on her experience that are designed to help moms be successful in their medical careers and in their lives more broadly. She interviews a rotating cast of experts who give invaluable advice from a variety of perspectives: fashion stylists, lawyers, CEOs, nutritionists, skincare experts, parenting experts and more. Along the way, Dr. Yum shares the secrets to her success in balancing motherhood and her growing business interests in dental, real estate and beyond.
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