Synergy Practices Dental Podcast

In this week’s episode of the Red Card segment, Sasha breaks down used equipment and the rumors around it.  A local dentist visited the Arminco headquarters in Sterling, VA, where you can also stop by and look and take a look at Arminco’s dental showroom with the top leading dental manufacturers.  The doctor mentioned to Sasha that they had recently finished their dental construction 3 months prior and had chosen to go with used dental equipment for their new space.  Tons of issues are now coming to light with the used dental equipment the doctor purchased, have a listen to the recommendations Sasha gave this doctor to help him avoid future sticky situations. 

In this week’s episode, Artin and Sasha catch up with a general dentist from the Bay Area who is in the early stages of construction.  His contractor is now threatening to stop the project because there is a delay in cabinetry.  The dentist wants to know if the contractor is in the right and able to stop the project due to cabinetry not being on time.  Take a listen to what our team recommends to the doctor to help them get out of this very sticky situation. 

In this week’s episode, Artin and Sasha catch up with a Dentist from New Mexico who reached out to the team.  This dentist did the IT configuration and setup themselves. They never pulled permits and are unable to pass inspection, and their contractor is now asking for permits and more.  The dentist has many questions for the team, such as: is there a need for a separate permit for data and IT cables? Is there a specific cable needed for this configuration?  Artin and Sasha provide their expertise, a breakdown of the permit needed, and how to go about getting out of this sticky situation.  Check this episode out and download it today!

This week’s episode of the Red Card starts with a twist.  In this episode, Sasha shares his insight on the current state of working with veterinary clinics, dealing with delays, increased pricing in materials and projects,  and how to tackle these everyday situations.  Sasha goes over the state of construction costs, as well as timelines.  This is one episode you don’t want to miss!

In this week’s episode of the Red Card segment, Sasha works with a Doctor that’s going through construction for a new vet hospital.  The construction is in process, and they’re having issues with their reception desk not turning out exactly what was originally expected.  Sasha was asked to look at the drawings to notice the Red Card being that the initial request by Sasha for drawings could not be completed because an official sign-off didn’t exist.  Tune in to hear what Sasha suggested to this doctor to get out of this very sticky situation. 

In this week’s Red Card, Sasha works with a builder with not much dental experience who’s working with a doctor and reached out with a few questions.  The dentist has found a location on the second floor of a building with a beautiful view.  The Red card here is that when the initial visit was made, the builder noticed there was an overhang as a design feature.  The bigger issue is that the builder wasn’t sure how much plumbing went into the base of a dental chair.  The MEP and architectural plans are done, and the builder is having issues running pipes.  Tune into this nail-biting episode to hear what Sasha recommends to this builder. 

In this week’s episode, Sasha is joined by one of Arminco’s newest Consultants - Tiffany Guido.  Tiffany has a background in dental, specifically 10 years specializing in oral surgery - working as a dental assistant, also holding positions as an office manager, and is very knowledgeable about the industry.  Our dental consultant are resources for our doctors and are available to answer any questions.  Arminco is excited for Tiffany, have a listen and get to know her better.

In this week’s episode, Sasha Hewadpal is joined by Bryan Frederick; Arminco Consultant.  Bryan has been in the dental industry for over 40 years and comes with a wealth of knowledge, and is the editor of the “Ask Dental” journal tailored to the dental community.  Sasha and Bryan discuss how the dental industry has transitioned and evolved into what it is today, as well as tips as to how to get started when building a dental practice, type of dental chairs and equipment to get started with and so much more!  This is one episode you do not want to miss!

In this week’s episode, Sasha is joined by Arak Safarian; Consultant for Arminco, Inc. for 10 years.  Araik comes with a wealth of knowledge, tune into the information he shares; from what to look for in an HVAC system, the different types of units, what to look for with the right unit for your space and so much more!  Araik breaks downs the pros and cons in the different types of HVAC, this is only the beginning!  This is one episode you do not want to miss!

Sasha Hewadpal breaks down how our industry is being affected by things like delays, material increase and the new norm that we’re living in.  With the demand of projects being higher than usual and the material supply not what it usually is, we are finding a lot of obstacles but nothing that can’t be overcome.  There are also many high delays specifically with dental equipment.  Being able to understand the delays and where they are most, can help team up with the right team and put a tailored plan in place to ensure accomplishing the goals set.  Check this episode out, you don’t want to miss it!