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Episode 445: Milos Miladinov: The Harsh Truth of the Camera's Eye
October 5th, 2026 | 1 hr 9 mins
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This week we sit down with Milos Miladinov to talk digital dentistry, dental photography, AI, and the journey of starting over in the United States. From digital veneers and virtual patients to photography, marketing, and his unique “tooth tattoo” technique, Milos shares plenty of ideas, technology, and innovation that are changing the way dental labs work.
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441: Amir Bagheri & Dan Sinclair: A Touch of Magic Can Solve A Lot of Lab Issues
September 7th, 2026 | 1 hr 11 mins
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Elvis sits down with Dan Sinclair and Amir Bagheri from Magic Touch Software to talk about the history of the company, how it grew from a small development project into a complete laboratory management system, and why they believe labs need more than just production tracking. They dive into automation, digital case entry, integrations, reporting, and the importance of actually understanding how a lab operates before trying to improve it.
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437: Phillip Gold: The Gold Standard of Dental Technology
August 10th, 2026 | 1 hr 4 mins
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This week we sit down with Philip Gold to hear the incredible story of growing up in a dental laboratory, taking over his family’s lab, and building a career centered around relationships, education, and giving back to the industry. Philip shares stories from his journey, the evolution of dental technology, and what drove him to earn an impressive six CDT certifications—including digital. It’s a great conversation about family, legacy, leadership, and the people who make this industry so special.