Episode 894

894: The Importance of Scientific Evidence From a Clinical Perspective – Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman

Published on: 30th May, 2025

Today, there are many ways to get information. So, how do you get good, accurate data about dental products and technology? In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman, associate professor from UNC, to share his thoughts on the challenges of finding reliable information on the products that will benefit your patients and your practice. To learn how to not be misled about the latest and greatest in dental innovation, listen to Episode 894 of The Best Practices Show!

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Main Takeaways:

  • Remember that the literature can be biased.
  • Slow down and do your research so you're not misled.
  • Many products today have a less rigorous approval process.
  • Keep an open mind, listen to all sides, and explore differing opinions.
  • Being an early adopter can be important but so is sticking to what's tried and true.
  • Don't get caught up in the hype about specific materials, techniques, or technology.

Snippets:

0:00 Introduction.

2:58 Dr. Sulaiman’s background.

5:38 Why this is an important topic.

13:27 Keep an open mind and keep learning.

20:07 Products in the clinical setting versus the trial setting.

24:14 The speed of change in materials and technology.

33:00 Final thoughts.

36:34 More about Dr. Sulaiman and how to get in touch.

Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman Bio:

Dr. Taiseer Sulaiman is a tenured Associate Professor and the Director of the Advanced Operative Dentistry and Biomaterials Research at the Adams School of Dentistry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he earned his clinical certificate in Operative Dentistry, and his PhD in Dental Materials from the Department of Prosthetic Dentistry and Biomaterial Sciences from the University of Turku in Finland in collaboration with the Department of Operative Dentistry at UNC.

Dr. Sulaiman is a wet-handed clinician and a researcher who is passionate about bridging the gap between dental research and clinical application. His research focus is on dental ceramics, adhesion, cements, color and appearance in dentistry, and biomimetics. He has published over 80 peer-reviewed articles, abstracts, and book chapters. He is a member of many academies, including the Academy of Operative Dentistry, where he serves as councilor to the academy, the Society of Color and Appearance in Dentistry, IADR/AADR, and the American Dental Association. He has presented on numerous national and international stages and serves as a reviewer for many peer-reviewed journals.



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