The one thing that keeps Jim Glidewell up at night is how the business decisions he makes will affect his 5,000 employees. In this episode, learn how Jim progressed from being a self-taught "Las Vegas boy with a Kentucky heart" to one of the most successful leaders in dentistry. Jim talks about everything from his stint in the Navy during the Vietnam War to his literary influences and management theories for success. Discover the “60-inch” company theory and the benefits of vertical integration, and get a peek behind the curtain at what led to the publication of his autobiography, "Constant Change."

Dr. Jack Hahn's trailblazing implant designs have permanently changed and improved the safety and efficacy of implant dentistry. After 50 years of placing and restoring implants, Dr. Hahn has assumed near-mythic status in dentistry. Join us as he discusses his thoughts on implant design, technology and incorporating implants into the general practice.

"Have surgeon — will travel." This episode explores Dr. Charles Schlesinger's unique vocation as a "traveling surgeon," teaching and assisting specialists and GPs chairside in implant placement. Learn Dr. Schlesinger's critical success factors and get practical advice for incorporating implants into your practice. Discover the optimal situation for placing your first implant, whether it be guided or freehand, and gain insight into his thoughts on how technology and innovation continue to transform implant treatment for the better.

Once he mastered the basics of "drill, fill and bill" dentistry, Dr. Paresh Patel decided it was time to offer more to his patients. In this episode, Dr. Patel discssues the factors that led to his decision to expand his practice to include surgical implant procedures from single units to full arches. Along the way he offers pearls of wisdom on same-day dentistry, which course of instruction is best for you, how to find a mentor, and how the general dentist can effectively act as the quarterback with specialists for the best patient outcomes.

When healthcare reform upended his work as a radiology salesman in the early '90s, Greg Minzenmayer looked for a similar space in which to work, leading to his entry into dentistry. Now, as a "lifer" in the dental industry, Greg serves as chief operating officer for Glidewell. In this episode, he talks about pioneering automation in crown design, artificial intelligence and what it takes to stay at the forefront of dental technology. Greg also provides insight into the challenges of navigating business during COVID-19 and how he and his team dealt with the cataclysmic shutdown.

Coming soon! Dr. Neil Park and Glidewell Dental are proud to present a new podcast that features interviews with practicing clinicians and industry experts. We'll discuss the latest innovations to improve your practice and look ahead to the future of dentistry.