Improve your practice and life by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qgAqtRV9tX34kz0uUX74n">tuning in to the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast</a> featuring Dr. Zack Nelson as we discuss how he grew his practice in a very competitive market through customer service, challenging conversations about patient desires when they conflict with the ideal treatment plan, pearls from in-person meetings, and how to lean in to your own personality to grow your practice and have a strong office culture. Thank you to our sponsor the Orthodontic Pearls Conference. Live stream 20 presentations and/or download and watch them later to earn 15 CE credits from home this November 6-7, 2026 at <a href="http://orthodonticpearls.org" target="_blank">orthodonticpearls.org</a>. Join us live next year as we partner with The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins for an office tour and party at Collins Orthodontics! Lean social media strategies from Dr. Collins who has over 5 million followers on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X/Twitter. Learn from 20 of our industry’s best speakers over 2 days at the Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic on September 17-18, 2027. Early Bird Tickets on sale now and the price increases every month. Be sure to register with your teams today at <a href="http://orthodonticpearls.org" target="_blank">orthodonticpearls.org!</a> You down with OPP? Please like and subscribe so you don’t miss our upcoming episodes!

Improve your practice and life by tuning in to the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast featuring Dr. Zack Nelson as we discuss how he grew his practice in a very competitive market through customer service, challenging conversations about patient desires when they conflict with the ideal treatment plan, pearls from in-person meetings, and how to lean in to your own personality to grow your practice and have a strong office culture. Thank you to our sponsor the Orthodontic Pearls Conference. Live stream 20 presentations and/or download and watch them later to earn 15 CE credits from home this November 6-7, 2026 at orthodonticpearls.org. Join us live next year as we partner with The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins for an office tour and party at Collins Orthodontics! Lean social media strategies from Dr. Collins who has over 5 million followers on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X/Twitter. Learn from 20 of our industry’s best speakers over 2 days at the Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic on September 17-18, 2027. Early Bird Tickets on sale now and the price increases every month. Be sure to register with your teams today at orthodonticpearls.org! You down with OPP? Please like and subscribe so you don’t miss our upcoming episodes!

Improve your practice and life by <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/7qgAqtRV9tX34kz0uUX74n" rel="noopener noreferrer">tuning in to the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast</a> featuring Dr. Zack Nelson as we discuss how he grew his practice in a very competitive market through customer service, challenging conversations about patient desires when they conflict with the ideal treatment plan, pearls from in-person meetings, and how to lean in to your own personality to grow your practice and have a strong office culture. Thank you to our sponsor the Orthodontic Pearls Conference. Live stream 20 presentations and/or download and watch them later to earn 15 CE credits from home this November 6-7, 2026 at <a href="http://orthodonticpearls.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">orthodonticpearls.org</a>. Join us live next year as we partner with The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins for an office tour and party at Collins Orthodontics! Lean social media strategies from Dr. Collins who has over 5 million followers on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X/Twitter. Learn from 20 of our industry’s best speakers over 2 days at the Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic on September 17-18, 2027. Early Bird Tickets on sale now and the price increases every month. Be sure to register with your teams today at <a href="http://orthodonticpearls.org" rel="noopener noreferrer">orthodonticpearls.org!</a> You down with OPP? Please like and subscribe so you don’t miss our upcoming episodes!

Dr. Zack Nelson - Excellent Patient Service, Team Bonding, and Challenging Conversations

Today we have our honored guest Shannon Patterson as we discuss the current state of the orthodontic profession, the rise of OSOs, and predictions of our profession’s  future.

Today we have our honored guest Shannon Patterson as we discuss the current state of the orthodontic profession, the rise of OSOs, and predictions of our profession’s future.

Today we have our honored guest Shannon Patterson as we discuss the current state of the orthodontic profession, the rise of OSOs, and predictions of our profession’s&nbsp; future.

Shannon Patterson - The Future of the Orthodontic Profession

Learn about digital orthodontics, life pearls, and effective practice growth strategies with Dr. Bryan B-MAC Lockhart on this episode of the OPP.

Learn about digital orthodontics, life pearls, and effective practice growth strategies with Dr. Bryan B-MAC Lockhart on this episode of the OPP.

Dr. Bryan B-MAC Lockhart - Clear Aligners, Digital Orthodontics, Team Challenges, Effective Systems

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast! Today we feature Dr. Brad Chvatal, a highly successful orthodontist from Eugene, Oregon, sharing pearls to grow your practice and enhance your life. 
Key Timestamps:
2:10 - State of the Orthodontic Profession
5:40 - Retainer Programs
11:05 - Raising Case Fees
16:30 - When a Referral Source Brings in Their Own Orthodontist
33:12 - Emotion and Logic in Making Key Life Decisions
57:07 - How Your Childhood Can Influence Your Decision-Making Process
70:49 - Goals and Values in the Second Half of Life
81:44 - Brad’s Top 3 Pearls

Welcome to Episode 2 of the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast! Today we feature Dr. Brad Chvatal, a highly successful orthodontist from Eugene, Oregon, sharing pearls to grow your practice and enhance your life. Key Timestamps: 2:10 - State of the Orthodontic Profession 5:40 - Retainer Programs 11:05 - Raising Case Fees 16:30 - When a Referral Source Brings in Their Own Orthodontist 33:12 - Emotion and Logic in Making Key Life Decisions 57:07 - How Your Childhood Can Influence Your Decision-Making Process 70:49 - Goals and Values in the Second Half of Life 81:44 - Brad’s Top 3 Pearls

Featuring Dr. Brad Chvatal - Retainer Programs, Referral Strategies, and Goals for the Second Half of Life

This is the first episode of the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast hosted by Drs. Chris Teeters, Andy Sarpotdar and Brian Anderson at the 6th Annual MOPC Conference. Featured guests include The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins and Dr. Jacob Koch. These 5 private practice Orthodontists discuss several challenges we face as orthodontists sharing personal stories and strategies to help navigate through these challenges.

This is the first episode of the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast hosted by Drs. Chris Teeters, Andy Sarpotdar and Brian Anderson at the 6th Annual MOPC Conference. Featured guests include The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins and Dr. Jacob Koch. These 5 private practice Orthodontists discuss several challenges we face as orthodontists sharing personal stories and strategies to help navigate through these challenges.

This is the first episode of the Orthodontic Pearls Podcast hosted by Drs. Chris Teeters, Andy Sarpotdar and Brian Anderson at the 6th Annual MOPC Conference. Featured guests include The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins and Dr. Jacob Koch. These 5 private practice Orthodontists discuss several challenges we face as orthodontists sharing personal stories and strategies to help navigate through these challenges.

The Braces Guy Dr. Grant Collins & Dr. Jacob Koch

Private Practice Orthodontists Drs. Chris Teeters, Andy Sarpotdar, and Brian Anderson discuss with notable guests tips and tricks to improve your clinic, business, and life.

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