Becker's Dental + DSO Review Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Lee Kojanis of Premier Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery in New Jersey joins the podcast to discuss the impact of private equity on oral and maxillofacial surgery practices and how changes in the practice environment are shaping the delivery of care. He also shares insights on patient-specific surgery and the use of digital treatment planning to develop more individualized approaches to surgical care.

In this episode, Katherine Yale, DDS, of PDS Health, joins the podcast to discuss developing diagnostic confidence and the role effective mentorship can play in helping dental professionals grow. She also shares insights on improving performance and retention by supporting clinicians throughout their professional development.

In this episode, Leonardo Marchini, DDS, MSD, PhD, Professor and DEO of the Department of Preventive and Community Dentistry at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, and Brendan Young, PhD, MBA, Associate Professor of Preventive and Community Dentistry, The University of Iowa, discuss their article "Beyond Hand Skills: A Case Analysis of Empathy and Critical Thinking Instruction", published in the Journal of the California Dental Association’s Blue Sky Thinking Collection. They explore behavioral science, patient-centered communication, self-reflection and innovative tools designed to prepare dental students for more thoughtful patient care.

In this episode, Dr. Scott Law, Co-Founder of Smile Doctors, joins the podcast to discuss Smile Express, remote monitoring and how technology is creating new ways to deliver orthodontic care. He also shares insights on managing patient expectations as technology continues to evolve, as well as his experience as the No. 1 user of AI dental monitoring and aligned technology.

In this episode, Jeremy Stroud, Vice President of Customer Service, Heartland Dental, discusses how DSOs can build scalable, consistent support models that improve the experience for doctors, dental teams and patients. He also explores AI, automation, standardization and the evolving role of patient service centers in delivering efficient, personalized support. 

This episode is sponsored by Heartland Dental.

In this episode, Co-Founders & CEOs of Areo Dental Group, Dr. Anushka Gaglani and Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj, share how they grew their dental practice from a single location to nearly 10 locations. They discuss recruiting and developing dentists, building scalable processes, maintaining clinical quality and their strategy for continued growth.

In this episode, Larry Benz, DPT, CEO of Dental Care Alliance, discusses the Called to Care program, the impact of empathy and human connection on patient outcomes, and how strong team cultures can improve both patient experience and workforce well-being.

This episode is sponsored by Dental Care Alliance.

In this episode, Joe Feldsien, Senior Vice President of Integrated Care at PDS Health, discusses the growing role of oral health in whole-person care, including advances in salivary diagnostics, CBCT technology and the mouth-body connection. He also shares leadership insights on building patient trust, prioritizing the right initiatives and using AI to strengthen strategy and structure in dentistry.

In this episode, Lori Hall, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Heartland Dental, discusses the ongoing hygiene staffing shortage, its impact on patient care and practice operations, and how flexible workforce solutions and proactive planning are helping dental offices meet evolving staffing needs.

This episode is sponsored by Heartland Dental.

In this episode, Anna Singh, Senior Vice President, Clinical Operations, Heartland Dental, discusses the evolving dental landscape, from workforce sustainability and organic growth to the role of AI, data, and technology in improving care delivery. She shares how dental leaders can drive meaningful transformation while preserving clinical judgment, culture, and patient relationships.