Orthognathic surgeon Dr. David Bell delves into a wide range of topics, connecting mindfulness practices with surgical techniques.
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In this episode, we discuss:
– Meditation and its role in healthcare
– The relationship between facial structure and well-being
– Advanced 3D surgical planning and custom hardware
– Patient experiences and transformative outcomes
– The latest maxillofacial surgical techniques
00:00:00 Introduction and initial conversation
00:00:59 Discussion on meditation and mindfulness practices
00:03:59 Exploring the concept of karma and bio-psychosocial systems
00:09:25 Biomechanical explanation of neck pain and posture
00:15:18 Comparison of meditation techniques: yoga nidra and samadhi
00:21:37 Cervical spine adaptations and posture
00:25:23 The concept of being a “mapmaker” in healthcare
00:29:55 Community building and collaboration in healthcare advocacy
00:35:43 Impact of facial structure on health and wellbeing
00:38:48 Modern lifestyle impacts on nervous system and facial development
00:41:01 Emotional connections and support in healthcare
00:45:15 Fight, flight, freeze responses in stressful situations
00:49:50 Technologies and statistics in jaw surgery
00:55:53 Patient selection and life circumstances
00:59:08 Advanced imaging techniques for surgical planning
01:08:32 Understanding centric relation and occlusion
01:12:32 Airway assessment and posture considerations
01:18:09 2D treatment planning and patient education
01:21:05 Introduction to facial surgery concepts
01:24:22 Explaining 3D surgical preplanning
01:28:19 Sub-apical osteotomy and facial balance
01:35:26 Learning treatment planning and facial analysis
01:47:13 Quality control and patient involvement
01:53:53 Cutting guides and hardware design
02:03:52 Expanding the maxilla and airway
02:09:33 Insurance and patient advocacy
02:14:53 Surgery first and orthodontic decompensation
02:23:57 Importance of trust between surgeon and orthodontist
02:29:50 Jaw surgery vs. naso-maxillary expanders
02:34:24 Analyzing posture and neck position
02:36:49 Patient experiences and outcomes
02:41:25 Emotional intelligence and vulnerability in healthcare
02:46:26 Orthodontic history and surgical considerations
02:54:58 Rapid fire Q&A segment
02:55:49 Custom vs. non-custom plates in jaw surgery
03:01:34 Surgical technique: Mandible first approach
03:07:29 Maxillary advancement case study
03:15:12 Understanding airway flow and cross-sectional area
03:18:48 Comparing surgical approaches: Simple vs. complex
03:22:04 Segmental maxillary expansion and tooth spacing
03:29:28 Incision and bone cut locations in maxillofacial surgery
03:34:35 Case study: Problem-solving in maxillary surgery
03:38:22 Post-operative recovery process
03:41:22 Benefits of custom hardware and pain management
03:44:30 Closing thoughts and well wishes
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