Little Teeth, BIG Smiles
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Little Teeth, BIG Smiles
Join AAPD leaders, experts in the field of pediatric dentistry and other professionals for Little Teeth, BIG Smiles. We’ll be discussing scientific, clinical and the most up-to-date, relevant information out there for anyone and everyone in the pediatric dental community. Topics include, but are not...
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What Makes the Next Big Cover Story
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Tim Wright on this episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles for a discussion of hot topics in dentistry and how those t...

Get to Know the AAPD Research & Policy Center
Host Dr. Joel Berg speaks with Dr. Chelsea Fosse, Vice President of the AAPD Research and Policy Center (RPC) on the current hot topics in public heal...
Protecting the Waterline for Infection Control
Dr. David Carsten joins little teeth, BIG Smiles host Dr. Joel Berg for a conversation on waterline safety. A previous Chair of Infection Control for...
Shining a Spotlight on Minimally Invasive Care
Dr. Jeanette MacLean, a trailblazer in minimally invasive SDF practices, joins Dr. Joel Berg to discuss how observations and a willingness to try a di...
The Power of Steady Leadership
LTBS host Dr. Joel Berg sits down with incoming American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry President Dr. Tom Ison to talk about his leadership journey. D...
The Science of Literacy
Dr. Carolyn Strom joins host Dr. Joel Berg to discuss the impact of literacy on how the brain continues to learn and process information. Dr. Strom sh...
Not Impossible: A Conversation with Mick Ebeling
On this exciting episode of LTBS, host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by AAPD 2025 keynote speaker Mick Ebeling for a candid conversation delving into Mick’s...
Sedation Management and Emergency Prep
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Rose Dodson, founder and CEO of Sedation Resources for this episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles. Dodson discusses the...
The Search for an Inspiring Leader
Dr. Jade Miller joins host Dr. Joel Berg for a very special episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles discussing a major opportunity within organized dentis...
A Conversation with Legendary Pediatric Dentist Dr. Heber Simmons
Legendary pediatric dentist Dr. Heber Simmons joins little teeth, BIG Smiles host Dr. Joel Berg, for a conversation featuring the highlights of his ne...
A Focus on Fluoride
In the latest episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles, host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Don Schmitt for a discussion on the importance of fluoride. A h...
AAPD’s Impact on General Dentistry
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. John Blake, the current Affiliate Membership Trustee of the AAPD Board, to for a conversation focused on how the a...
Streamlining the Talent Acquisition Pipeline
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by seasoned talent acquisition expert Ron Harrison for a conversation focused on the struggles of finding – and keeping –...
Important Considerations for Adolescent Care
On this episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles, Dr. Susan Fisher-Owens, a nationally known pediatrician who is joining pediatric dentists on the front li...
The Integration of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics
In this episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles, host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Patty Medland, a pediatric dentist and orthodontist, to discuss the i...
A Conversation with ADA President Dr. Brett Kessler
In this episode of Little Teeth, BIG Smiles, host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Brett Kessler, a general dentist and the President-Elect of the Ameri...
Marketing Your Expertise and Your Practice
Recording live at AAPD 2024, this episode of little teeth, BIG Smiles features Dr. Leon Klempner joining host Dr. Joel Berg to discuss the importance...
Successful Vital Pulp Therapy in Permanent Teeth
Recorded live at AAPD 2024, little teeth, BIG Smiles host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Matt Geneser to discuss the latest in vital pulp therapy for...
Dental Development as a Tool to Assess Age
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Jayakumar Jayaraman to discuss ongoing research delving into utilizing dental dentition as a tool to assess age an...
A Sneak Peek at AAPD 2024 in Toronto
Dr. Reza Ardalan joins host Dr. Joel Berg to chat about his role as Master of Ceremonies for AAPD’s Annual Session and share some behind-the-scenes in...
Answering the Pacifier Questions as a Pediatric Dentist
What’s one topic that routinely comes up between pediatric dentists and their patients? Pacifiers. Dr. Christina Carter chats with host Dr. Joel Berg...
Finding Your Passion Project
The recently “retired” Dr. David Tesini joins little teeth, BIG Smiles host Dr. Joel Berg to chat about the importance of identifying passions beyond...
Learning What It Takes to Join Pediatric Dentistry Academia
Dr. Kevin Donly joins little teeth, BIG Smiles host Dr. Joel Berg to share his journey through pediatric dentistry academia, including how he got his...
We Can’t Do It All: Learning to Stop Over-Functioning and Re-Prioritize to be Your Best Self
Host Dr. Joel Berg is joined by Dr. Whitney Casares, a pediatrician and CEO/Founder of Modern Mommy Doc, who, through her podcast and coaching, helps...
Unveiling the Ripple Effects: Generational Conversations that Shape Your Patients, Team, and Practice
Miscommunication can wreak havoc on the day-to-day operation of your practice, as well as its potential. Generational differences can be a major facto...
AAPD Returns to Toronto 25 Years After Celebrating the New Millenium
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has held its Annual Session outside of the United States just once – in 1999 in Toronto, Canada. Now, 25 y...
Navigating Craniofacial Issues as a Pediatric Dentist
Craniofacial and pediatric oral surgeon Dr. John Caccamesechats with host Dr. Joel Berg about all things relating toconcerns that can arise within the...
Dental Environments and Their Effects on Autistic Children
What is the effect of a sensory-adapted dental environment (SADE), compared with a regular dental environment (RDE), on the physiological stress of au...
Pedo Teeth Talk is now Little Teeth BIG Smiles from AAPD, Brought to you by Hu Friedy Group.
Here you’ll find every episode from the archives of Pedo Teeth Talk, and every new episode of Little Teeth, Big Smiles with your host, Dr. Joel Berg....
Pharmacist Turned Pediatric Dentist – Great Combo – Especially Regarding OCS!
Hear Dr. Scott Papineau talk about trends in different areas of the country that impact the need for oral conscious sedation, as well as different com...
Meet the New President of the ADA – and Her Inspiring Journey into the New Leadership Role
Listen in to ADA President-Elect Dr. Linda Edgar, as she shares her journey from her former career as an educator, and her decision to go into dentist...
A Pediatric Dentist, an Anesthesiologist, and an EMT. All in One colleague!
Listen in to Dr. Michael Webb, tell us how and why he became an EMT, even before he went to dental school. Now, a pediatric dentist, anesthesiologist...
Have you heard of EPAs?
Welcome to the May Pedo Teeth Talk! This month’s podcast focuses on resident education and assessments.Delivering safe and effective patient care begi...
Cariology Update – hear/learn from our Expert, Dr. Fontana
Tune in to one of our favorite guests, Dr. Margherita Fontana as she updates us on the core of a pediatric dentist’s science-base pertinent to clinica...
“Is There Really a Shortage of Drugs We Most Often Need?”
Listen to this intriguing and informative podcast with Dr. Amy Dunleavy, pharmacist at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Hear how Amy ende...
A Wonderful Career Practicing Pediatric Dentistry and Now a Professional Photographer
Listen to this enlightening podcast with colleague Dr. Jed Best as he shares his passion for photography. You will learn of the similarity between de...
Trouble getting your patients into the Hospital OR? Help is on the way!
With pandemic creating focus on the long-term problem gaining access to hospital ORs to treat our most vulnerable patients under general anesthesia, t...
The Future of Dental Insurance
Think you know what’s ahead regarding of compensation, quality etc. in the dental world? Maybe not. Listen in to this enlightening podcast with Mary...
JADA Editor in Chief Tell Us What He Sees in the Science World Ahead
Tune in to Dr. Tim Wright as he shares his vision of where the science of the dental profession is headed. A pediatric dentist clinician, teacher, au...
Optimizing Outcomes for Patients with Chronic Illnesses and Disabilities
For most of healthcare training, our clinical learning experiences take place in clinic and/or hospital settings. Yet, at the same time, evidence show...