Struggling with massive dental school debt? Gary Bird sits down with Dr. Bill Piskorowski to break down a step-by-step strategy for paying off $300K+ in student loans while building a successful dental career. Learn how to maximize income, explore loan forgiveness programs, and leverage DSOs, public health, and private practice models to accelerate debt repayment. This episode also reveals how real-world clinical experience can help new dentists gain confidence, increase earning potential, and find the best career fit.

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Dr. Bill Piskorowski
Associate Dean at UCLA School of Dentistry

Website: https://dentistry.ucla.edu/

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What does it take to create a powerful, recognizable dental brand that stands out in 2025?
Gary Bird sits down with Joshua Scott, CEO of Studio EightyEight, to break down the essential strategies for brand growth and patient trust. Learn how to craft a strong visual identity, compelling messaging, and core values that resonate with your community. Whether you're a startup practice or expanding to multiple locations, these insights will help you attract more patients and scale efficiently.

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Joshua Scott
CEO of Studio EightyEight

Website: https://s8e8.com/

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How does someone with a sports management degree and no background in dentistry become a key player in the DSO space? 

In this episode, Brian Mans shares his unexpected path from sales to leading major DSO acquisitions and launching his own company, Sell to a DSO.
Join host Gary Bird as he and Brian Mans discuss:
 ✔️ Breaking into the Dental Industry – How Brian transitioned from marketing to a leadership role at Heartland Dental
 ✔️ Scaling & Selling a DSO – The lessons learned from co-founding Elite Dental Partners and navigating private equity challenges
 ✔️ The Right Way to Sell to a DSO – Common pitfalls, doctor-specific needs, and strategies for a smooth, profitable transition
 ✔️ What Dentists Need to Know – Key insights for those considering selling their practice to a DSO
Whether you're a dentist thinking about selling, a DSO leader, or just curious about the business of dentistry, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

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Brian Mans
Business Owner - Sell to a DSO, LLC 

Website: https://calendly.com/selltoadso
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sell-to-a-dso-llc/

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Gaslighting in dental offices can create toxic work environments, leading to mistrust, division, and high-performing team members deflecting responsibility. In this video, Gary Bird, with Dr. Sten Ericson and Jennifer Paxton of Pathway Dental Solutions, exposes common gaslighting behaviors, how they disrupt team dynamics, and strategies for identifying and addressing manipulation in your practice. Learn how to build a healthy dental office culture, hold employees accountable, and stop toxic team dynamics before they impact patient care and workplace morale.

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Dr. Sten Ericson
Founder & CEO of Pathway Dental Solutions

Jennifer Paxton
COO of Pathway Dental Solutions

Website: https://pathwaydentalsolutions.com/

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Discover the daily habits that drive dental practice success and learn actionable strategies to grow your practice.

In this video, Gary Bird sits down with Callie Ward, founder & CEO of Dash Dental Consulting, to break down key steps like tracking metrics, building patient connections, and leading effective team huddles to help you achieve consistent growth. Watch now to gain expert insights and proven methods to elevate your dental practice today!

For further details, visit: https://www.dashdentalconsulting.com/morning-huddle

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Callie Ward
Founder & CEO of Dash Dental Consulting

Website: https://www.dashdentalconsulting.com/

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Explore 30 years of dental industry evolution, from fee-for-service solo practices in 1995 to the rise of DSOs, advanced technology, and hyper-competition in 2025. 

In this episode, Gary Bird speaks with Perrin DesPortes to discover how shifting patient behaviors, innovation, and market pressures have reshaped modern dentistry, and gain insights into thriving in the future of oral healthcare. Whether you're a dental professional or curious about industry trends, this video provides essential strategies for navigating dentistry's past, present, and future.

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Perrin DesPortes
Founder of The Next Level Executive

Website: https://thenextlevelexecutive.com/

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Discover how virtual assistants can transform dental office workflows, streamline administrative tasks, and enhance patient care. In this video, Gary Bird speaks with Rebecca Herring to cover the key benefits of dental virtual assistants, the importance of training and creating SOPs, and essential tips for onboarding to maintain high-quality standards. Rebecca addresses common concerns about outsourcing, including red flags, to help dental practices confidently integrate remote support.

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Rebecca Herring
CEO & Founder of Transformational Dental Coaching

Website: https://www.yourtdcoach.com/

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Thinking about selling your dental practice to a DSO? Not all DSOs are the same, and failing to understand buyout structures, EBITDA multiples, earn-outs, and stock dilution could cost you. 

In this video, Gary Bird and Elijah Desmond, the co-founder of Dental Pitch Brokerage Firm break down how DSOs value practices, the risks and benefits of selling, and key strategies for negotiating the best deal—so you can maximize your sale while protecting your future.

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Elijah Desmond
Co-Founder of Dental Pitch Brokerage Firm

Website: https://dentalpitchbrokerage.com/

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In this episode, Gary Bird sits down with Dr. Sam Burrow, who shares insights into scaling his dental practice from two to ten locations in just a few years. Dr. Burrow discusses the challenges of rapid growth, the value of partnerships, and lessons learned in integrating pediatric and orthodontic services to optimize patient experience and operational efficiency. Tune in for valuable tips on navigating the complexities of expanding a multi-location practice while balancing patient needs and business strategy.

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Dr. Sam Burrow
Orthodontist/Partner at Burrow, Welchel & Culp Orthodontics

Website: https://charlotteorthodontists.com/        

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Struggling to sell clear aligners in your dental practice? Most dentists fail to offer clear aligners profitably due to misconceptions, poor sales training, and hidden costs. In this video, Dr. Ingrid Murra reveals why 100% of patients can benefit from aligners and how Two Front’s virtual orthodontic system helps dentists scale aligner cases, increase profitability, and eliminate inefficiencies. Learn how to sell more aligners, improve patient trust, and create a streamlined system for predictable, high-quality orthodontic care.

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Dr. Ingrid Murra
Founder, CEO - Two Front

Website: https://www.mytwofront.com/                                

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