Doc Secret: Building the Best Practice

The Biggest Challenges Facing Dental Specialty Practices Today (feat. Dr. Jaime Estrella)


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In this episode of Doc Secret, our guest is Dr. Jaime Estrella, prosthodontist and co-founder of True Smile Dental Implant Center in Chula Vista, California. Rooted in a family legacy of dentistry, Dr. Estrella shares how he and his brother built a thriving, full-scope implant practice by combining clinical precision, business training, and cultural connection with their community.


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00:00 – Meet Dr. Jaime Estrella: Prosthodontistand co-founder of True Smile Dental in Chula Vista, CA02:48 – Founding True Smile Dental with his brother from scratch

6:09 – Rebranding and pivoting to focus solely on dental implants

09:43 – Splitting clinical and leadership roles as brothers in business

17:05 – Competing with cross-border dentistry and the value of a one-stop implant center

23:14 – Building a trusted team: training, culture, and open communication

33:45 – Patients today: more informed, demanding speed and same-day smiles

40:50 – Leveraging AI tools for scheduling, diagnostics, and smoother patient flow

58:22 – Creating a strong, family-like team culture through leadership and example

1:03:22 – Hard business lessons: egos, hiring, and the critical need for business training

1:31:14 – Lightning Round and Close


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