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Dental As Anything

Matt Hopcraft
Australia
Artificial Intelligence
Chronic Disease Dental Scheme
Dental Shame
Opioids
Caries Detection
Dental School Selection
Dental Practitioner Supply and Demand Compendium Report 2026
Dentistry
3D Intra-Oral Scanning
Therapeutic Goods Administration
Tooth Decay
Tooth Loss
Bullying
Socioeconomic Status
Safescript
Codeine
Opioid Deaths Australia
Fluorescence Imaging
Artificial Intelligence In Dentistry

Dental As Anything is a podcast to share insights and opinions on a wide range of topics related to dentistry (and beyond), exploring critical issues that affect oral health across the community. It is a valuable resource for dental professionals and anyone interested in the intersection of dentistry, public health and wellbeing. Hosted by Matt Hopcraft, dentist & public health academic.

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In last week’s episode of the Dental As Anything podcast, Dr Arosha Weerakoon and I debated some of the many concerns that dental practitioners, and in particular private practice owners, have about plans to expand Medicare to include more dental ser... more

Many dentists see Medicare as threat to clinical standards and practice viability. Others recognise a need to improve access for underserved populations. Is there a solution in there somewhere?Many dentists see Medicare as threat to clinical standard... more

A few weeks ago I wrote about concerns with outsourcing thinking to artificial intelligences and the impact on skill development and critical thinking. Alongside the ongoing issues of hallucinations, a couple of recent stories have highlighted furthe... more

New dental workforce modelling projects another oversupply. But we have heard that before.

The Department of Health has just released new dental workforce modelling that projects out to 2038, highlighting what they say is a stark maldistribution wit... more

Seemingly neutral prerequisite subjects and admissions settings systematically disadvantage rural and low socioeconomic status students - a question of fairness that has workforce implications.

Have you ever thought about how you were selected into ... more

In a country gripped by an affordability crisis, what are we doing to ensure that all Australians can access the dental care that they need?

Recent news stories have shone a light on dental affordability, with many Australians flocking overseas for ... more

Discussion on the future of dentistry invariably converges on advances in technology - whether it is new materials or equipment, or the holy grail of growing a new tooth. Things that are designed to make our lives as dentists easier, simpler, faster ... more

This podcast discusses suicide and topics that some people may find distressing. If this raises any issues for you crisis support services like Lifeline can be reached 24 hours a day on 13 11 14

A new paper just published in the Journal of the Ameri... more

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Recent Guests

Arosha Weerakoon
Senior lecturer and course coordinator at University of Queensland School of Dentistry; expert in dental materials, dentin structure, and AI ethics in teaching/research/patient care
University of Queensland School of Dentistry
Episode: Rage against the machine
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Dental academic and researcher at Melbourne Dental School
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Episode: Anatomy of a Parliamentary roundtable
Jordan Steele
Greens senator, advocate for oral health
Australian Greens
Episode: Anatomy of a Parliamentary roundtable
Keryn Little
Senator, Liberal Party, Indigenous health advocate
Liberal Party
Episode: Anatomy of a Parliamentary roundtable
Monique Ryan
Pediatric neurologist, member of parliament
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Episode: Anatomy of a Parliamentary roundtable
Mike Freelander
Backbencher, pediatrician
Labor Party
Episode: Anatomy of a Parliamentary roundtable
Hans Zoellner
Professor and former head of Oral Pathology at the University of Sydney
University of Sydney
Episode: Myth busting the Chronic Disease Dental Scheme
Leanne Teoh
Associate Professor, pharmacist, practicing dentist, and academic
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Episode: Dental opioid prescribing

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Matt Hopcraft
Host of the show, dentist and public health academic

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Rage against the machine
Q: Can AI be used beneficially in dentistry without compromising safety or human skills?
Yes, if clinicians remain gatekeepers, verify AI outputs, use AI to reduce repetitive tasks, enhance accessibility and design for diverse learners, and ensure thorough training on when and how to rely on AI rather than abandoning core skills.

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What is Dental As Anything about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program consistently covers the intersection of dentistry, health policy, and public health, with episodes ranging from technology-driven changes in clinical practice to funding, access, and workforce dynamics. Recurring themes include the role of policy in shaping universal or expanded dental care, the adoption of new technologies (such as AI, 3D scanning, and imaging), cost and affordability of care, and the social determinants that influence oral health outcomes. The host frequently offers critical analysis of governance, funding models, and regulatory frameworks, often illustrating points with practical anecdotes and case studies. The show is notable for surfacing policy-relevant debates, practical implications for clinicians, and ... more

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Dental As Anything launched 3 years ago and published 55 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Arosha Weerakoon
2. Dr Bree Jones
3. Rebecca White
4. Jordan Steele
5. Keryn Little
6. Monique Ryan
7. Mike Freelander
8. Hans Zoellner

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