Dr Krish is back with another frack up, and this one is a proper one. A routine wisdom tooth extraction turns into an emphysema emergency, a hospital trip, and one very swollen patient who handled it better than the dentist did.

In this episode, Dr Tiv and Dr Krish break down exactly what went wrong, why it happened, and what every new grad should know before picking up a handpiece for surgical extractions. Real, honest, unfiltered dentistry.

Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute clinical or medical advice. Always consult a qualified dental professional or specialist for guidance specific to your clinical situation.

Can your practice owner legally stop you from working near their practice after you leave?

In this episode, Dr Tiv and Dr Krish get unfiltered about restraint of trade clauses in associate dentist contracts. They break down the moral, legal, and practical sides of this controversial topic and share what they have seen go wrong, and right, in real practice. If you are a new grad or associate dentist, this one could save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches. No legal advice, just real experience from people who have been on both sides of the chair.

What Happens When Dentists Mess Up (Real Story)

Every dentist has a case they wish they could redo.

In this episode of PowerUp Unfiltered, Dr Tiv shares one of the biggest mistakes from his early career. Just months into practising dentistry, he attempted his first implant restoration case. What followed was a costly lesson.

We talk about the emotional side of clinical mistakes, the pressure young dentists feel, and why failures often become the most valuable learning experiences in dentistry.

If you are a dentist who has ever questioned yourself after a difficult case, this conversation will feel very familiar.

Every dentist has a case they wish they could redo.

In this episode of the PowerUp Podcast, Dr Tiv and Dr Krish get brutally honest about the mistakes dentists make early in their careers.

Dr Krish shares the story of one of his first major cases just three months into practicing dentistry.

In this episode of PowerUp Unfiltered, Dr Tiv and Dr Krish react to a dental procedure and break down the technique step by step.

We discuss:

• Clinical decision-making
• Technique differences and preference
• Risk assessment and long-term outcomes
  

Every dentist has had that moment: “Would I do it like that?”

Instead of reacting emotionally, we unpack the reasoning behind different approaches and what newer clinicians should really be focusing on.

If you want to develop sharper clinical judgement, stronger confidence, and a more thoughtful approach to dentistry, this conversation is for you.

And if you enjoy this style of honest, practical breakdown, you’ll love what we go deeper into inside the PowerUp Residency.

This is dentistry. Unfiltered.

What does it really feel like to graduate from dental school?

In the very first episode of PowerUp Unfiltered, Dr Tiv and Dr Krish drop the glamorous impressions and talk honestly about the new grad experience:

• pressure
• self-doubt
• imposter syndrome
• going from public dentistry and preferred provider clinics
• inconsistent clinical exposure
• meeting harsh mentors
• “ticket to print money” myths

They unpack what it’s like to leave uni feeling relieved and immediately overwhelmed. From the harsh realities no one warns you about to finding your footing in the profession, this is dentistry, uncut.

If you’ve ever wondered whether feeling lost means you’re failing, this episode is for you.