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In Part 2 of her conversation with Dr. Sophia Saad, Dr. Haley shifts the conversation to Sophia’s first year in the working world as a new dentist.
Dr. Sophia shares how she approached the job search during her D4 year, why she ultimately chose to start her career in a busy corporate dental office, and what new grads should pay attention to when interviewing and choosing their first job. She also reflects on working five days a week during her first year, building clinical confidence through repetition, and taking advantage of continuing education opportunities to expand her skills.
The conversation goes beyond clinical dentistry, too. Sophia shares some of the biggest lessons dental school couldn’t fully prepare her for—from communicating with patients and presenting treatment to working with a team and learning how to manage people.
Now one year into her career, Dr. Sophia reflects on how much her confidence has grown, how her priorities are evolving as she returns to work as a new mom, and her long-term vision of becoming a practice owner.
Whether you’re a dental student preparing for your first job or a new dentist navigating those first few years after graduation, this episode is full of practical advice and perspective on building the career you want.
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Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
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What type of job should you actually look for when you graduate from dental school? Private practice, DSO, Medicaid, public health... there are SO many directions to go, and everyone seems to have an opinion about which one is “best.”
Dr. Haley breaks down the pros and cons of each of these environments and what new dentists should actually prioritize in their first few years of practice. She talks about patient volume, getting enough reps, mentorship, clinical variety, autonomy, compensation, exposure to the business side of dentistry, and how a first job can shape the dentist someone becomes.
Dr. Haley also shares what she would prioritize if she were graduating today, knowing what she knows now several years into her career. There may not be one universally “best” type of job for a new dentist. Instead, the goal is finding an environment that gives you the experience you need to become the dentist you want to be.
If you’re actively job searching, interviewing, or comparing offers, be sure to go back and listen to episodes #252, #294, and #307 for even more on finding and evaluating associate positions!
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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Dr. Haley is joined by Dr. Sophia Saad for Part 1 of a two-part conversation all about navigating pregnancy, maternity leave, and new motherhood as a dentist.
Just over one year out of dental school and eight weeks postpartum, Dr. Sophia shares what it was really like going through her first pregnancy while also navigating her first year in practice. She opens up about working through first-trimester nausea, staying active throughout pregnancy, preparing financially for an unpaid maternity leave, communicating with her owner doctor, and deciding how much time she wanted to take away from dentistry after having her son.
They also talk about preparing to return to work as a breastfeeding mom, finding a schedule that allows space for both career goals and motherhood, and the baby products and routines that have made those early postpartum weeks a little easier.
Dr. Sophia also shares her perspective on timing motherhood alongside a career in dentistry, the importance of building a strong support system, and why even the biggest planners sometimes have to accept that life may have a different plan.
Plus, Dr. Sophia shares some of her postpartum favorites and baby must-haves — and Dr. Haley gives a shoutout to her baby shower and motherhood content that listeners will definitely want to go check out!
Stay tuned for Part 2, where Dr. Haley and Dr. Sophia shift gears to talk about her first year out of dental school, choosing her first associate position, building clinical confidence, continuing education, and her future goals in practice ownership.
Dr. Sophia’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsophiasaad
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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Dr. Haley is kicking off a new series all about dental practice partnership and ownership! As she navigates her own path toward practice ownership, she’s taking listeners along for the process—from deciding whether ownership is actually the right move to understanding valuations, financing, contracts, and everything that comes with buying into a practice.
In this first episode, Dr. Haley breaks down the different paths to practice ownership, including start-ups, acquisitions, and partnership buy-ins. She shares questions to consider when deciding if you’re ready to become an owner, the pros and cons of different ownership structures, and what a practice buy-in actually means. Plus, she shares some of her own perspective on why partnership became an appealing next step in her career—without getting into the specifics of her own deal just yet.
This episode lays the foundation for the Ownership and Partnership Series, with much more to come as Dr. Haley moves through the process herself!
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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In Part 2 of Dr. Haley’s conversation with oral surgeon Dr. Lora Parker, they dive into the business side of her career and what it has looked like to navigate practice ownership alongside a growing family.
Dr. Lora shares her path from associate to partner and eventually full practice owner, including how her buy-in evolved, what she learned through partnership, and the transition to owning the practice herself. She and Dr. Haley also get into the logistics behind making it all work outside of the office—from finding childcare and hiring a nanny to navigating demanding schedules and deciding what she wants her career to look like long-term.
They also discuss burnout, work-life balance, future schedule goals, and Dr. Lora’s perspective on building a successful practice without losing sight of the life she wants outside of it.
Dr. Lora on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DY8Im0gEa1n/
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
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In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Haley sits down with oral surgeon Dr. Lora Parker to talk about the unexpected path that led her to oral surgery. Dr. Lora shares why she originally thought orthodontics was in her future, how a dental mission trip completely changed her direction, and what it took to become a competitive oral surgery applicant after making the decision relatively late in dental school.
They also talk about Dr. Lora’s experience as a woman in a male-dominated specialty, the importance of female mentorship, and navigating residency and the early years of her career. Dr. Lora opens up about becoming a mom shortly after residency, unexpectedly delivering her daughter 10½ weeks early, navigating a lengthy NICU stay, and ultimately returning to work just two weeks after an emergency C-section.
From choosing the right specialty to finding a supportive first job and navigating motherhood when your career doesn’t come with a traditional maternity leave, this episode is an honest conversation about building a career and a family when life doesn’t always go according to plan.
Dr. Lora on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DY8Im0gEa1n/
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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Getting married and changing your last name is already a process—but what happens when your name is also tied to your dental license, NPI, DEA registration, insurance credentialing, patient's insurance claims, and professional identity?
In this solo episode, Dr. Haley shares her experience changing her last name after getting married and walks through everything that needs to be updated as both a dentist and generally in real life. She talks through why she decided to change her name, the different options female dentists may consider, the order she tackled the process, and the dentist-specific updates you definitely don't want to forget. From professional licenses and credentialing to bank accounts, passports, insurance, and all the random places your name lives, consider this your practical checklist for becoming Dr. New Last Name!
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
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In this episode, Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Puja Kedia to get into the nitty gritty of what it really looks like to start a dental practice from scratch. Dr. Puja shares her journey from working in private practice, corporate dentistry, and pediatric-focused offices to deciding it was finally time to build something of her own.
They break down the financial reality of a startup, including nearly $1.5 million in practice and real estate debt, hundreds of thousands of dollars in build-out and equipment costs, and the personal savings Dr. Puja has invested along the way. She also shares how she found her building, why she chose to own instead of lease, and some of the unexpected expenses that come with a major construction project.
Dr. Puja also gets into how she is finding her first patients with almost no marketing budget, building a team from the ground up, deciding which systems to take from her previous jobs, and preparing to open the doors of Rooted Dental Studio. Plus, she shares what she wishes she knew before starting and her biggest advice for other associates who hope to become practice owners someday.
This is a candid look at the exciting, stressful, expensive, and sometimes chaotic reality of building a startup dental practice.
Dr. Puja on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drpuja93
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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Dentistry can be an incredibly rewarding career, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t exhausting. In this episode, Dr. Haley shares 10 reasons dentistry can leave you feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally drained, even after a really great day at work. From constantly being “on” with patients and racing against the clock to carrying difficult cases home mentally and feeling the pressure to do it all, she breaks down the parts of the profession that can quietly wear you down. She also shares what has actually helped her manage each one.
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Ronetta Sartor to talk about her journey from associate dentist to practice owner and everything she has learned along the way. Dr. Ronetta shares how an unexpected practice opportunity changed her original plans, what the acquisition process looked like, and why having the right broker, CPA, and professional team made such a difference.
They discuss taking over an established practice, updating technology and systems, growing the patient base, navigating different treatment philosophies, and building trust with patients during a transition in ownership. Dr. Ronetta also shares the investments she believes have been most worthwhile, her experience with practice coaching, and the lessons she has learned about leadership, difficult conversations, burnout, and setting boundaries as a business owner.
Whether you’re considering practice ownership now or simply curious about what it really looks like behind the scenes, this episode offers an honest look at buying, growing, and making a dental practice your own.
Podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dentaldownloadpodcast
Haley's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.haley.dds
Haley's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.haley.dds?lang=en
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