If you're a dental practice owner that truly enjoys the clinical part of dentistry but would prefer not to be involved with many of the other facets of owning a practice you may want to look into a DPG, dental partnership group. DPGs will allow you to take some money off the table by selling a minority ownership in your practice. You remain the majority owner with full autonomy. To tell us all about it is Dr. Weston Spencer, Chief Dental Officer for SPP and a practicing general dentist in La Jolla, CA.

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On today’s episode, we’re talking with an inspiring young dentist whose story is nothing short of amazing. Meet Dr. Luis Abrahante—he came to the U.S. from Cuba at just 18 years old, not knowing a word of English. Fast forward to age 31, and he’s already paid off his dental school loans, bought his own practice, and turned it into a fully digital, high-end aesthetic dentistry hub. He shares with us how he did it along with his favorite dental materials.

In this episode, Dr. Carla Cohn will share her story—how she overcame early challenges, redefined her career on her own terms, and why she believes that when you’re passionate about something, you should go after it fearlessly. She believes that delaying action will only hold you back from doing what you truly want. Her motto? "Start before you think you are ready." Dr. Cohn is a general dentist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She practices in Vancouver, Canada. She is a sought after speaker and the founder of Litsmileacademy.

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In today’s episode, we’re addressing an often-overlooked topic in dentistry—managing dental patients with Sickle Cell Disease and Sickle Cell Trait. These patients face unique challenges, and unfortunately, many are turned away from dental practices simply because their condition isn’t well understood. Our guest, Linda Chandler, RDH, s a graduate of the University of Texas School of Dental Hygiene, past President of the Southeast National Dental Hygiene Association, author, educator and voted top hygienist of the year 2012.

Dr. Sheila Samaddar, a GP, shares how aligners have been a huge benefit to her practice, but she’s also candid about the challenges. She walks us through the key things every GP should know before diving into clear aligner therapy, plus some of her favorite products and tools that help her get the best results. Dr. Samaddar is internationally recognized and published by Invisalign for Top Case results annually for the last several years, as well as having a Top 10 case with the American Academy of Clear Aligners.

Ensuring compliance and best practices for eye safety isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about protecting the health and well-being of your team and your patients. So stay tuned as we dive into the essential steps every dental professional needs to take to keep their eyes on safety! Our guest is Dr. Marie Fluent. Dr. Fluent’s dental career spans over 35 years and includes all roles within the dental practice. She is passionate and deeply committed to improving dental infection control and patient safety.

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In this episode we'll talk about a brand-new innovation on the dental scene called Blue Check by Incisive Technology, and it could change the way we approach early caries detection, which results in minimally invasive dentistry. To tell us all about it is our guest Dr. Juan Yepes. He is a professor and associate dean for graduate education, Indiana University School of Dentistry and an attending at Riley Children Hospital, Indianapolis, Indiana.

Our guest today is Dr. Yan Kalika, DMD, MS, a certified specialist in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics. He earned his dental degree with honors from Harvard School of Dental Medicine and completed his orthodontic training — along with a master’s degree in oral biology — at the University of California, San Francisco. We’ll be talking with him about how he leverages ClearCorrect, AI, and digital workflows to attract new patients, streamline operations, and grow a profitable practice — all while keeping patients at the center of care.

We’re not just talking about sitting up straight or adjusting your stool—we’re talking about the equipment you use day in and day out, and how the wrong tools, especially your ultrasonic scaler, can take a toll on your body, your comfort, and even the length of your career. Joining me is Caitlin Parsons, RDH, a dental hygienist with over 15 years of clinical experience. Caitlin will tell us why it’s so important to have that conversation with your boss about updating older, non-ergonomic equipment. From ultrasonic scalers with ergonomic handles and adjustable frequencies, to small operatory tweaks that make a huge difference. Caitlin is here to show us how smart choices in ergonomics can mean less pain, more happiness, and longer, healthier careers in dentistry.

As dental professionals, we often focus solely on dental insurance reimbursements, yet many procedures qualify for coverage under medical insurance. By understanding how to articulate the medical necessity of certain dental treatments, dentists can not only enhance patient care but also unlock additional revenue streams. Joining us is our guest Kandra Sellers. Kandra is a RDH with over 25 years in the dental industry. She is widely considered one of the most passionate and respected dental coaches. She is an educator in the field of oral systemic health, as well as founder and CEO of TIPS Medical Billing.

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