Beyond Straightening Teeth (w/Dr. Ilya Lipkin) [Ep.82]

Join Dr. Mike as he hosts visionary orthodontist Dr. Ilya Lipkin on this episode of the Doc Podcast. Dr. Lipkin discusses his groundbreaking work with Mini Screw Assisted Rapid Maxillary Expansion (MARPE) and shares his journey, from overcoming academic challenges in the Soviet Union to becoming a pioneer in airway-focused orthodontics. Learn about the clinical and academic divide in the field, the importance of comprehensive patient care that goes beyond aligning teeth, and practical advice for implementing MARPE in a busy practice. Dr. Lipkin also touches on the vital role of diagnostic processes and offers insights into the future of orthodontic treatment.  Whether you're an orthodontist, dental professional, or just curious about the advancements in orthodontics, this episode is packed with invaluable information. Enjoy the show! 00:27 Meet Dr. Ilya Lipkin: A Visionary in Orthodontics02:36 Dr. Lipkin's Journey: From Soviet Union to Orthodontics05:26 The Impact of Sleep and Airway on Orthodontics09:38 Clinical vs. Academic Perspectives in Orthodontics14:16 Challenges and Changes in Orthodontic Practices35:12 The Role of Dentists in Airway Screening & Health35:34 Orthodontic Residency and Airway Issues35:43 TMJ and Orthodontics: A Controversial Topic36:36 The Importance of Comprehensive Diagnosis38:02 Challenges in Orthodontic Practices41:55 Diagnostic Ability and Patient Health42:32 The Evolution of Orthodontic Technology43:56 Determining the Right Treatment Approach53:59 Implementing MARPE in Practice01:00:17 The Need for Change in Orthodontic Education01:10:48 Final Thoughts and Future DirectionsSHOW NOTES-Contact Dr. Lipkin: https://www.gotbraces.com/

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The DOC Podcast brings you unique educational content taught by Dr. Mike DeLuke, a Board Certified Orthodontist with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. Dr. DeLuke built his orthodontic practice from scratch in the early 2000s and grew it into a multimillion-dollar enterprise in less than 10 years. He was able to retire from private practice at the age of 46 years old, and now devotes his energy to teaching his colleagues how to succeed both personally and professionally. Dr. DeLuke has served as a faculty member at numerous hospitals and orthodontic residency programs around the country, including as the cleft craniofacial orthodontist at Albany Medical Center in New York, and as a clinical professor at The University of Connecticut in the Department of Orthodontics. He is presently an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern University in the Department of Orthodontics. The DOC Podcast will bring you in-depth discussions and interviews with industry leaders and experts on a variety of topics including clinical excellence, practice management, finance and wealth creation, health and wellness, taxes and accounting, fitness, and much more!