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Dr. Jon Marashi is a world-renowned cosmetic dentist and entrepreneur, celebrated for crafting some of Hollywood’s most iconic smiles. Known as the "Architect of the Smile," he has built a premier practice in Los Angeles, attracting A-list actors, musicians, athletes, and business executives. Beyond his clinical excellence, Dr. Marashi co-founded Byte, a disruptive oral healthcare brand specializing in direct-to-consumer clear aligners. In 2020, Byte was acquired by Dentsply Sirona in a landmark $1 billion all-cash deal. He also launched the M Sonic Luxury Tonic toothbrush, merging cutting-edge technology with sleek design. Dr. Marashi’s unique blend of artistic precision and business acumen positions him as a visionary at the intersection of healthcare, innovation, and luxury consumer products.

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➡️ Talking Points

00:00 - Intro

03:20 - Dentistry as Art & Business

07:26 - The Entrepreneur’s Edge

11:48 - Which Path Should You Take?

14:04 - Overcoming Failure

26:11 - Innovating in DTC

31:06 - Proximity = Power

39:49 - Born or Built Entrepreneur?

42:01 - Sponsor Break

45:58 - Why Cosmetic Dentistry?

50:23 - The Networking Advantage

58:35 - Secrets to a Perfect Smile

1:07:49 - Saying No to Clients

1:11:21 - Risky Dental Trends

1:13:12 - What You Don’t Know About Oral Health

1:26:47 - Do Young People Value Health?

1:27:41 - Sponsor Break

1:31:20 - The Truth About Hygiene

1:44:24 - Hard Lessons Learned

2:02:58 - Redefining Success

2:06:33 - The Real Cost of Ambition

2:09:51 - Who Are You Doing It For?

2:11:11 - Dr. Jon’s Legacy Vision

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