From Addiction to Ironman to ADA President In this powerful episode of Medentee Talk, Alex Raychuk interviews Dr. Brett Kessler, President of the American Dental Association and Ironman World Championship finisher. Dr. Kessler shares his deeply personal story of overcoming addiction, his path to recovery, and how that journey shaped his mission-driven leadership. From battling substance abuse to completing one of the world’s most grueling athletic events, and ultimately leading the largest dental organization in the world—this is a story of resilience, purpose, and transformation. Key topics include: Mental health, addiction, and burnout in dentistry Preparing for and completing the Ironman at age 50 The future of oral health, AI, and the ADA’s vision Leadership through intention and impact To contact Dr. Kessler: [email protected] Subscribe for more conversations with global leaders shaping the future of dentistry and healthcare.

In his first-ever global podcast appearance, Professor Michel Dard — former Global Medical Director at Straumann and now CEO of BioCellgraft (https://biocellgraft.com) — joins host Alex Raychuk to explore a life shaped by science, strategy, and bold decisions. From two decades at the helm of Straumann’s innovation to pioneering a new injectable allograft, this is a rare look into the mind of a man who sits at the intersection of clinical research and corporate power.

In this unforgettable episode, Prof. Ophir Fromovich — legendary innovator, founder of Alpha-Bio, and co-inventor of NobelActive and Straumann BLX — shares the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how one young dentist challenged the world of implantology and reshaped it forever.