Proven Dental Marketing Tips That Bring New Patients

Bringing in new patients today requires more than polished ads. It’s about authenticity, visibility, and connection. A Dental Assistant plays a crucial role in dental marketing, not only inside the practice but also in shaping how the team is seen online. From genuine patient testimonials to engaging posts on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, reels, and YouTube Shorts, the way a practice shows its personality is often what builds trust. Even something as simple as consistent content or thoughtful dental SEO contributes to growing a dental practice by making sure the right people see the right message. Marketing isn’t just about promotion—it’s about creating a human presence that patients can believe in.

Connect with Denny Mladenov

Email: [email protected]

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denny-mladenov-0b47761b4/?originalSubdomain=uk

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Did you know hand-foot-and-mouth disease can knock an adult out for a week?

Kevin Henry welcomes infectious disease and compliance expert Joyce Weeks of Dental Ed for a timely conversation on keeping dental teams safe as school is back in session and community bugs resurface. Joyce shares her journey from HIV vaccine research to teaching dental professionals about OSHA and infection control, and why understanding the “why” behind safety protocols makes all the difference.

She explains how easily illnesses like hand-foot-and-mouth or measles can spread through carriers who don’t even show symptoms, and why dental teams must remain vigilant long after the COVID era. From simple handwashing habits at home to choosing the right level of mask in the operatory, Joyce makes clear how small actions can protect not only dental assistants but also their families, patients, and communities.

The discussion dives into the reality of what happens when a visibly sick patient shows up for treatment and how regulations differ by state. Joyce highlights the ethical and safety challenges of balancing production goals with protecting vulnerable people, and offers practical ways teams can respond without fearmongering. Through it all, she emphasizes that vigilance isn’t about overreacting, but about working together to safeguard health inside and outside the office.

Connect with Joyce

Website: https://www.dentaledinc.com/

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Did you know being prepared can make or break a dental assistant’s chance of getting hired by a dentist?

Landing a dental assisting position isn’t just about having the right skills. It’s about making the hiring decision effortless for the dentist. That means showing up prepared, polished, and ready to fit into their dental office culture. From a spotless, typo-free resume to researching the practice’s specialty, small details can make a big difference. Print the job ad, have thoughtful questions ready, and bring hard copies of your resume, license, and certifications in a neat portfolio.

Preparation goes beyond paperwork, dress professionally (even for virtual or phone interviews), map out the route to the dental practice ahead of time, and take care of small things like filling your gas tank the night before. These steps not only boost your confidence but also show the dentist that you’re reliable and ready to assist without being prompted.

By combining solid preparation with authentic communication, a dental assistant can make it easy for a dental practice to see them as the right fit both for the job and for the team.

Connect with Beth Smith

Website: https://a-listinterviews.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethsmithalistinterviews/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AlistInterviews

Twitter x: https://x.com/alistinterview

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Why are dental assistants still being held back in 2025?

The dental industry continues to face frustrating inconsistencies that limit the growth and mobility of dental assistants. This episode reveals a bold new professional model created to fix the fractured system of dental assisting across the U.S. With each state enforcing its own confusing rules, dental careers often stall or reset entirely when professionals move. But now, a unified approach is gaining traction aimed at standardizing training, improving career advancement, and addressing staffing shortages. If you've ever wondered why the dental assistant role isn’t treated like a true profession, this conversation delivers the answers and a plan to finally change that.

Connect with DANB

Website https://www.danb.org/

Certified Press Newsletter: https://www.danb.org/news-blog/newsletters

Contact: 800-367-3262

Email: [email protected]

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

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➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Discover the science-backed strategies behind setting goals that truly lead to success.

Many people set goals with good intentions, but few apply proven methods that actually move them forward. In this episode, we explore motivation not as a feeling, but as a system that can be built and sustained with the right approach. Backed by psychology and real research, these goal-setting techniques aren’t about hustle; they're about structure, clarity, and consistency.

You’ll hear how small shifts in the way you set and pursue goals can change your long-term results. We also touch on how motivation connects to mindset, and how aligning those with a solid framework can create lasting progress.

If you’re serious about reaching the next level, this is the strategy episode you’ve been waiting for.

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

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➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

She went from dental assisting to redefining what it means to be a hygienist.

Some stories don’t age, they just get more relevant. Episode 298 is one of those, which is why we’re pulling it from the archives and back into the spotlight. Sherri Warshaw’s path through dentistry isn’t the one you’ve heard before. She didn’t just climb the career ladder, she took a hard left, pushed through the tough stuff, and built something entirely her own. From the quiet grit it takes to survive hygiene school to the deeper reasons people chase those RDH initials, Sherri unpacks the kind of truths that rarely make it into open conversation. This episode isn’t about status or salary it’s about staying power, perspective, and redefining what a meaningful career in dentistry really looks like.

Connect with Sherri

www.smokefreestepsllc.com

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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🎤 I’m Speaking at Accelerate: The Dental Revenue Workshop!

Accelerate is where the brightest minds in dental revenue come together — and I’m heading to Nashville to share insights that will challenge, inspire, and help practices grow.

🗓 Date: July 31 - August 1 2025

📍 Location: Nashville, TN

🎟 Grab $150 off your ticket with my code: KevinH

If you’re ready to level up your systems, strategy, and revenue, this is the event you don’t want to miss. I’d love to see you there!

Let’s make this the most impactful dental event of the year.

See you in Music City! 🎶

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

ㅤ

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Did you know being a great coworker can actually make your job easier and more enjoyable?

When the team works well together, everything gets easier. In this episode of Dental Assistant Nation, Kevin Henry talks with Monica Satake about how being a great coworker can improve your day-to-day experience as a dental assistant. Monica shares real, simple ways to build better relationships at work. It starts with showing up with a good attitude, supporting others, and handling tough situations with patience and respect. When dental assistants focus on being dependable and kind, it helps the whole team work better and creates a more productive environment. And the best part is, it makes your own job feel smoother and more enjoyable.

Connect with Monika

Website: www.truenorthtrainingandconsulting.com

Email: [email protected]

Watch our previous podcast! (DA Nation Episode 381: THIS is the BEST Onboarding Guide for Dental Assistants!)

https://youtu.be/cnWgzK2dWf0

Access the full blog here at Dr. Bicuspid

What it takes to be a great co-worker in the dental profession

https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-practice/office-management/team-management/article/15748945/being-a-great-coworker-in-dentistry

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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🎤 I’m Speaking at Accelerate: The Dental Revenue Workshop!

Accelerate is where the brightest minds in dental revenue come together — and I’m heading to Nashville to share insights that will challenge, inspire, and help practices grow.

🗓 Date: July 31 - August 1 2025

📍 Location: Nashville, TN

🎟 Grab $150 off your ticket with my code: KevinH

If you’re ready to level up your systems, strategy, and revenue, this is the event you don’t want to miss. I’d love to see you there!

Let’s make this the most impactful dental event of the year.

See you in Music City! 🎶

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

ㅤ

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com🔗

Did you know the California Dental Assistants Association is no longer part of the ADAA? The split is real, and it could be a sign of bigger shifts ahead. What does this mean for the profession, for state associations, and for dental assistants?

We’re diving into the “why” behind the separation and what happens next. Shari Becker shares what led to the decision, how members have responded, and what changes are already underway in California.

Could this mark a turning point for organized dentistry, or is it an isolated move? The conversation raises key questions about leadership, support, and the evolving needs of dental assistants in 2025 and beyond.

Connect with CDAA

Website: https://cdaaweb.org/

Email: [email protected]

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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🎤 I’m Speaking at Accelerate: The Dental Revenue Workshop!

Accelerate is where the brightest minds in dental revenue come together — and I’m heading to Nashville to share insights that will challenge, inspire, and help practices grow.

🗓 Date: July 31 - August 1 2025

📍 Location: Nashville, TN

🎟 Grab $150 off your ticket with my code: KevinH

If you’re ready to level up your systems, strategy, and revenue, this is the event you don’t want to miss. I’d love to see you there!

Let’s make this the most impactful dental event of the year.

See you in Music City! 🎶

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

ㅤ

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com 🔗

The ADA introduced a new role. Is the Oral Preventive Assistant a problem for Dental Assistants?

Everyone in dentistry is talking about something big. For dental assistants, this change feels like a direct challenge to their daily work. The American Dental Association's proposed Oral Preventive Assistant role could redefine work, value, and entire career paths. Are assistants about to take on more without fair compensation, pushing them further into burnout? We explore key questions about increased workload, the "slippery slope" concerns, and growing tensions among dental professionals. This episode reveals how the Oral Preventive Assistant could impact the dental profession. Get the truth behind the headlines! To truly grasp the full scope of this critical issue, make sure to watch the entire podcast; every moment holds crucial insights into dentistry's evolving future.

Connect with Stephanie

Website: https://www.polishedposture.net/

Podcast (Straight Up With Steph): https://straightupwithsteph.buzzsprout.com/

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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🎤 I’m Speaking at Accelerate: The Dental Revenue Workshop!

Accelerate is where the brightest minds in dental revenue come together — and I’m heading to Nashville to share insights that will challenge, inspire, and help practices grow.

🗓 Date: July 31 - August 1 2025

📍 Location: Nashville, TN

🎟 Grab $150 off your ticket with my code: KevinH

If you’re ready to level up your systems, strategy, and revenue, this is the event you don’t want to miss. I’d love to see you there!

Let’s make this the most impactful dental event of the year.

See you in Music City! 🎶

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

ㅤ

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com 🔗

When dentists and dental assistants support each other, everything gets better

In this episode, Dr. Alan Stern opens up about the hidden tension that lives inside many dental practices—not between patients and staff, but between dentists and dental assistants themselves. He shares why miscommunication, lack of feedback, and unspoken expectations are doing more damage than any full schedule ever could.

Dr. Stern challenges the old top-down model of dental leadership and makes the case for a more human approach—where assistants feel empowered, dentists feel supported, and mutual respect drives the entire practice forward. From hiring the right fit to giving feedback with empathy, this conversation is a blueprint for reducing stress and creating a workplace people actually want to be part of.

If your office feels tense, this episode might explain exactly why—and how to finally fix it.

Connect with Alan:

Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/betterricherstronger/

Email: [email protected]

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Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot’s Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn’t have done it without you. Go check it out—we’re listed alongside some amazing shows!

100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/

4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/

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🎤 I’m Speaking at Accelerate: The Dental Revenue Workshop!

Accelerate is where the brightest minds in dental revenue come together — and I’m heading to Nashville to share insights that will challenge, inspire, and help practices grow.

🗓 Date: July 31 - August 1 2025

📍 Location: Nashville, TN

🎟 Grab $150 off your ticket with my code: KevinH

If you’re ready to level up your systems, strategy, and revenue, this is the event you don’t want to miss. I’d love to see you there!

Let’s make this the most impactful dental event of the year.

See you in Music City! 🎶

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Attention Dental Leaders!

I'm thrilled to speak at the 2025 AADOM Conference in Round Rock, TX – AADOM's 20th anniversary celebration! Join me for my sessions:

ㅤ

➡️ Wednesday, Sept 3 "DPLN Leadership Meeting" - Learn how to maximize publicity for your DPLN

➡️ Saturday, Sept 6 "Simple Steps to Help You Become an Author " - We'll dive into how you can formulate a plan for your best article and how to find your voice as an industry leader.

Early bird pricing ends 3/31! Don't wait—secure your spot now and be part of the biggest dental management event of the year! Plus, lock in your stay on-site at the Kalahari Resort before rooms fill up!

📅 September 4-6, 2025

📍 Kalahari Resort, Round Rock, TX

Register now at aadomconference.com 🔗