About the Hosts:

Dr. Savanah Craig is a practicing dentist who completed her residency and is currently advancing her career in a private practice in Ohio. With a keen interest in sedation and implant dentistry, she is actively involved in furthering her skills through continued education and advanced training such as attending Implant Pathways.

Dr. Ronnetta Sartor is a skilled dentist and practice owner who recently completed a mini residency with the Dawson Academy. Her focus is on comprehensive dentistry, integrating overall health into patient care. She is passionate about practice development and mentoring young dentists, evident from her contributions to IgniteDDS and her recognition by the American College of Dentists.

Episode Summary:

Welcome to an inspiring episode of "Beyond Graduation," where Drs. Savanah Craig and Ronnetta Sartor bring their expertise to the forefront as they share insightful career updates and experiences one year into their professional practice. This episode provides an engaging glimpse into the world of dentistry beyond residency, highlighting personal growth, overcoming challenges, and the pursuit of excellence in dental practice and patient care.

Dr. Savanah Craig discusses her journey in private practice, detailing her accomplishments in sedation dentistry and her ongoing educational pursuits in implant dentistry, having recently completed the Implant Pathways course in Arizona. Meanwhile, Dr. Ronnetta Sartor delves into her transformative experience with the Dawson Academy, which has revamped her approach to comprehensive dentistry by connecting oral health with overall patient wellness. In this episode, you'll discover the simple yet profound analogy of gardening as Dr. Sartor reflects on how nurturing plants parallels building a dental practice.

Key Takeaways:

• Dr. Savanah Craig is thriving in private practice, focusing on sedation and implant      procedures, and stresses the importance of continual education in dentistry.
• Dr. Ronnetta Sartor has transformed her practice with insights from the Dawson Academy,      advocating a comprehensive approach to dentistry that bridges oral and overall health.
• The episode highlights the role of mentorship, practice systems, and external coaching in achieving successful practice management and patient care.
• Personal and professional growth themes are explored, emphasizing the importance of      setting goals, pursuing further education, and embracing the journey beyond residency.
• Both dentists emphasize celebrating small successes and the joys of seeing the fruits of      one's labor both in practice and personal projects like gardening.

Connect with Us:

• Savanah Craig, DDS: @savanahcraigdds
• Ronnetta Sartor, DMD: @dr_sartor
• FutureDentists Beyond Graduation: @futuredentistsbeyondgraduation
• Dental Residency Guide and Beyond Graduation eBooks: https://ignitedds.com/subscription-resources/

Are you intrigued by the journeys of Drs. Craig and Sartor? Dive deeper into these inspiring narratives and valuable life lessons by listening to the full episode. Stay tuned for more insightful discussions and expert advice in dentistry and beyond on "Beyond Graduation."