Episode 235 · August 11, 2020

Mouth-Body Connection: How Dentists and Physicians Can Work Together

Mouth-Body Connection: How Dentists and Physicians Can Work Together

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Dr. John Comisi

Dr. John Comisi

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Dr. Comisi practiced general dentistry and dental sleep medicine successfully in Ithaca, NY for 35 years before relocating to South Carolina in August 2017 to join the faculty at the Medical University of South Carolina James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine where he is an Associate Professor of Restorative Dentistry, the Course Director for the College's Operative Dentistry II (adhesive and esthetic dentistry) Course, Chair of the Oral Rehabilitation Department's Dental Materials Committee, and a past Infection Control Officer for the College of Dental Medicine.

A graduate of Northwestern University Dental School, he received his Bachelor of Science in Biology at Fordham University.

A respected Key Opinion Leader, author, speaker, and consultant. He has been published in the Journal of Dentistry, General Dentistry, the Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, the European Journal of Dentistry, Quintessence International, Heliyon, BMC Oral Health, the European Dental Research and Biomaterials Journal, Compendium of Continuing Dental Education, and many others.

He is a member of the Academy of Dental Materials, the American Academy of Cariology, the American Association for Oral Systemic Health, the International and American Association of Dental Research, the American Sleep Breathing Academy, a member of The Dental Biomaterials Science-Research Scientific Advisory Board and is the Vice President of the South Carolina Dental Association and an Editorial Board member of the European Dental Research and Biomaterials Journal the Journal of Dentistry and Oral Science, and Decisions in Dentistry.

Dr. Comisi is a Master of the Academy of General Dentistry and holds Fellowships in the Academy of Dentistry International, the American College of Dentists, the Pierre Fauchard Academy, and the International College of Dentists.

His practical approach to the trends in dentistry has made him a much sought-after speaker, author, and consultant in the dental industry. He brings a passion and a knowledge base that is refreshing and sincere.

Episode Summary

Dental podcast hosted by Dr. Phil Klein: This dental podcast discusses the links between mouth health and body health and how dentists and physicians can collaborate to improve patients' overall wellness. Our guest speaker is Dr. John Comisi. Comisi is a practicing dentist, Founder of Dental Care with a Difference, President and CEO of Sleep Focused Solutions, Inc. and an Assistant Professor at the Medical University of South Carolina, James B. Edwards College of Dental Medicine.

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