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Send us a Text Message.Dr. Bianca Boji is a dentist in Metro Detroit. She has specialized training in designing the most efficient and predictable outcomes with Invisalign treatment. She has completed hundreds of Invisalign cases. Her skills are sought after by dentists all over the country. She teaches other dentists how to custom design Invisalign plans for their patients. She sits on the board of the American Academy of Clear Aligners, hosts a local Invisalign Study Club in Metro Detroit, and is the Invisalign Director for an 11 dental practice group. She spends a lot of her time consulting dentists on how to design predictable and efficient ClinChecks for their patients through iCon Consulting. Reach out to her anytime, she's happy to help! Check out smile makeovers on Instagram: @Biancaboji.DDS Contact Info- Bianca Boji, DDS248.943.3348Bianca@bojidds.comInstagram - @biancaboji.dds

Send us a Text Message.Episode brought to you by Kuza Wealth Management - We strive to help Dentists live an intentional life!Stevenkuza.comEmail the host steven.kuza@nm.com Want more clarity on finances?Book a meeting with Kuza Wealth Management Schedule Meeting with Kuza Wealth Management (30 Mins)  Meet Dr. Trevor NicholsWith a passion for orthodontics that spans the globe, Dr. Nichols has had the privilege of sharing his knowledge and expertise with colleagues and thousands of patients worldwide. As an orthodontist, lecturer, and published author, he has dedicated his career to perfecting the art of smile transformation. It's not just about straight teeth—his mission is to build truly breathtaking smiles.DrNichols@NicholsOrtho.com

Send us a Text Message.Check out Dr. Baker on IG Britany L. Baker, DMD (@peaceful.toothdoc) • Instagram photos and videosdrbaker - Link in Bio & Creator Tools | Beacons 

Meet Patrick Anghel, Dentist in Las VegasQuoteAs my patient, you can expect that I will help you achieve the smile that you have always wanted while using the latest technology available in dentistry.BiographyWhen I am not practicing dentistry, I love to hike, play basketball, snowboard, and read. I love to explore the city I live in, as well as travel to new areas in and out of the country.Professional AssociationsAmerican Dental Association, Delta Sigma Delta International Dental FraternityFavoritesMy dream vacation destinations are Antarctica and Namibia; they are both on my bucket list. I am a diehard Lakers fan who likes to binge-watch Family Guy when Lakers games are not on TV.

Dr. David RiceFounder, CEOAs seen on the Doctors, founder of the nation's largest new dentist and student community, Dr. David R Rice travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today's top young dentists with tomorrow's most successful dental practices.In addition to igniteDDS,David is the Chief Editor of DentistryIQ and leads a team-centered, restorative, and implant practice in East Amherst, NY. With 28 years of practice in the books, he's trained at The Pankey Institute, The Dawson Academy, Spear, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks.Home - igniteDDSdavid.rice@ignitedds.com

Meet Dr. Susan EllisonDr. Susan Ellison graduated with honors from The University of Texas at Austin and The University of Texas Dental Branch at Houston. She was nominated and accepted into the Mu Mu Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Honor Society for her character and achievements in academics in dental school. She has been practicing in Houston for over 30 years and Dr. Ellison has been serving the community and families with exceptional dental care and customer service ever since. She attended the L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Studies in Key Biscayne, Florida and completed extensive advanced training at The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies where she was trained in the most advanced techniques for Cosmetic Veneers, Occlusion, and Full Mouth Reconstruction. Dr. Ellison is a participating member of Reingage, a network of over a thousand dentists committed to changing lives and smiles with Invisalign® and advanced alignment techniques. Dr. Ellison has one lovely daughter in college and loves visiting and going to their football games. College sports are so much fun for her. She also loves being outdoors running, exercising, skiing and going to the beach or the mountains and has even run several Houston marathons over the years. She loves her work and her family and friends and is committed to overall health and wellbeing, always striving for herself and others to be the best they can be.

Dr. Daboul really stands by North Oaks Dental's motto, “Our family caring for yours.” His favorite part about being a dentist is connecting with his patients and tailoring treatment for each patient that will get them the results they're looking for. He loves providing care and individual attention to very anxious and frightened patients and watching them become lifelong patients free of dental anxiety.He takes satisfaction in seeing his staff enjoy being at work. He loves watching them provide top-notch care for our patients and is proud of them as individuals, providers, and a team.Dr. Daboul graduated in 2008 from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. His goal was to have a practice where he could treat his patients and staff like his own family. So, in 2010 he opened the Royal Oak office with the dream of creating an environment people would want to be a part of. He started with no patients and built the practice from scratch.In the beginning there was one receptionist and one assistant, and Dr. Daboul performed all the teeth cleanings. Today, North Oaks Dental has several dentists, an orthodontist, and hygienists, plus a large staff to care for your whole family. We've grown so much that we expanded our office to 13 rooms in 2015. Dr. Daboul is proud of the team we have built and the wonderful patient family we provide dentistry for each day.Dr. Daboul is a huge advocate of continued education. He is a graduate of the Misch Resnik Implant Institute. He loves learning about new dental procedures and improving current ones so he can better care for the smiles of Royal Oak and the surrounding area. He has even trained other dentists in the proper techniques for surgical extractions and dental implants. To better inform his patients, Dr. Daboul published a book titled Getting Ready for Dental Implant SurgeryDr. Alvin Daboul has been recognized as an Hour Detroit Top Dentist, an award based on a peer-review survey open to all area dentists. Thousands of votes were cast honoring his excellence in dental care. He was featured in Hour Detroit magazine in July 2019.Dr. Daboul wants you to know that the team at North Oaks Dental is always here to help you and your family with your dental needs.When he's not helping patients at our office, Dr. Daboul enjoys spending time with his wife and four children

Dr. David Galler is a high honors graduate from the University of Pennsylvania College of Dentistry and member of the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Dental Honor Society. He completed a general practice residency at the Brooklyn Veteran's Administration Hospital. Originally from Long Island, he moved back to New York and practiced for 20 years in Downtown Manhattan. After that, he moved to Chicago, where he practiced in Skokie, ILL, and served as Senior Vice President of Aspen Dental. While at Aspen Dental, he helped launch their Invisalign Program. For 2 years, he trained, educated, and mentored more than 800 Aspen Dental offices. Dr. Galler has proudly transformed thousands of smiles with Invisalign® aligners. In just a few years after completing his Invisalign training, he became one of the country's top providers. As a featured speaker at numerous study clubs, webinars, and national and regional events, Dr. Galler has created a strong following of practitioners wanting to learn more about treating patients with aligner therapy.  His disciples (called Gallerites) are credited with treating about 20% of the entire North American Invisalign GP Case Starts. Dr. Galler currently serves as President of the American Academy of Clear Aligners and watched it double in prestige and size during his tenure.Dr. Galler is credited with several key innovations in the Clear Aligner field, including GST (Galler Spacing Technique), Ortho Munchies, and the Galler Engine- Dr. Galler's own proprietary algorithm using the Invisalign Clincheck system. Dr. Galler is credited with several key innovations in the Clear Aligner field, including GST (Galler Spacing Technique), Ortho Munchies, and the Galler Engine- Dr. Galler's own proprietary algorithm using the Invisalign Clincheck system. Professional Organizations: American Dental Association and Second District Dental Society Honors & Recognition: Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society and Invisalign Elite Premier Provider Publications: NYSDJ 2009 Jan "Multi Discipline Approach to Congenitally Missing Teeth", "Galler Spacing Technique"- DENTSPLY International Manual, Dental Town Apr 2008, 2011 Invisalign Case Gallery Publication Inventions: Galler Spacing Technique (GST) for inter-proximal reduction used by 3500 dentists nationwide

KLAS Solutions: Is Your Practice Healthy?As Dental Practice Consultants, our vision is to Implement the systems necessary for every dental practice to reach its full potential. Call 844-552-7100Phil Cole Bio -I am a Business Owner/Mentor at KLAS Solutions, a company that delivers unmatched value to dental practices in coaching, transitions, real estate, and tax & accounting. With a BS in Education and 23 years of dental sales and consulting experience, I have received multiple awards and recognition for my performance and service.My mission is to deliver your dream practice by creating lasting solutions that propel practices to their highest level of performance. I have worked in all areas of the practice with hundreds of doctors, from single practitioners to large groups, and have an extensive network of dental professionals throughout the country. I put my clients' needs first and handle them with integrity, and I am motivated to make sure all of their dental business needs are met throughout their whole career. I also lead and coach teams to grow and succeed, and I have a passion for dental practice consulting and transitions.

Marvin Naimi owns a digital marketing company called Digital Entourage. His 25 year career has involved all facets of internet marketing which includes coding & user interface design across all categories in the medical industry. Whether it's cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic surgery, ophthalmology and more…his experience across many all these industries is invaluable to our company. He has played an integral role in launching several tech start-ups and loves working with businesses on creative ways to market their business and generate more leads online! Website: digitalentourage.com

Financial Management for Dental Practices - In this episode, we'll talk about financial management strategies for dental practices. We'll discuss bookkeeping, budgeting, taxes, and other financial aspects that are crucial to running a successful dental practice.

Introduction to the Business Side of Dentistry - In this episode, we'll introduce our listeners to the concept of the business side of dentistry. We'll cover topics such as setting up a dental practice, marketing strategies, patient retention, and much more.

Dr. Deep Shah, a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist, considers his role as a health care clinician for children to be a genuine privilege and blessing and believes that a customized oral health plan for each child is essential to the child's overall well-being and continued growth and development.Dr. Shah pursued his dental education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine and further trained at the Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh where he acquired extensive experience in the areas of growth and development, pediatric oral pathology, special health care needs, dental trauma, pharmacological modalities and behavior modification/management.As a childhood leukemia survivor, Dr. Shah's signature mantra is to “be YOUR own superhero.” His mission is to help empower his patients to be the best versions of themselves in and out of the dental office and in the process, change the way dental care is being delivered to today's youth especially when it comes to mental health in the dental chair.Currently, Dr. Shah practices both in the private practice setting where he is the Chief Dental Officer (CDO) of the company and also teaches in academia at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine/CHOP

Jack Von Bulow was born, raised, and still lives just outside of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley; he's practiced restorative dentistry there, after founding Temple City Dental Care, for over 35 years. Although one might reason 35 years in dentistry or anything else translates into a certain chronological result, Dr. V assures us his physiological age lands him between 32 and 35.Dr. V received his Bachelor of Science degree from Cal State University, Los Angeles and his DDS degree from University of Southern California and is intent on continuing to learn. His practice emphasizes esthetic dentistry, periodontics, Invisalign orthodontic care, screening and treating obstructive sleep apnea, and functional care including TMJ-related concerns. Dr. V completes more than 100 hours of continuing education per year and is committed to being a voice for progressive dentistry and informed patients.Dr. V's practice purpose is “Making a world-class difference for others and making dentistry fun”; he has successfully assembled a team that can make patients feel safe and liked on “Hello.” The TCDC commitment is helping patients become their own best healthcare advocates; and the commitment extends beyond the dental practice as Dr. V and team participate in as many as six to seven community projects per year. He has also served on the board of multiple non-profits, including Haven House of Pasadena, the first shelter for victims of domestic violence established in the U.S.Dr. V is a member of the Academy for Laser Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Crown Council; he's also a Board of Directors member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners (AACA), where Dr. V mentors other North American Invisalign orthodontics/GP providers.In his spare time, Dr. V enjoys reading books, going to the movies and exercising at a level the uninitiated might consider obsessive-compulsive. Dr. V is also an unreformed USC Trojan football fanatic. He's also a prolific writer, having written a weekly column for local rags for over 20 years. He's published three books, including “Can We Smile?” (2003) and “Molar Jockey Memoirs” (2007). His most recent book, “The Most Interesting Dentist in the World” was published in 2018 and is a best-of collection of his past columns. Dr. V's written perspective dives into the lighter, more humorous side of dentistry.

Doctor Alesh is passionate about the prevention of oral disease and helping patients meet their oral health goals. She is a steward for improving access to care for underserved populations and increasing the diversity of the dental workforce.At four years old she decided she wanted to become a dentist because of the positive impact of her pediatric dentist.As an undergraduate student she triple majored in community Heath, child development, and biomedical engineering. As part of the early acceptance program she attended Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and earned her doctorate in medical dentistry.At Tufts dental she was very involved in student activities serving as president of the Student National Dental Association. Doctor Alesh completed her education at Tufts by earning her masters in public health at Tufts Medical School.In addition to clinical dentistry, Doctor Alesh also serves as an adjunct faculty member at the Community College of RI Dental Health Program and is a member of the RI Dental Association New Dentist Committee. She continues to show her love and loyalty to Tufts as a member of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine Board of Advisors. 

Dr. Nate Jeal and Dr. Bao-Tran Nguyen are the founders of Fast Growth Practice, where they specialize in helping dentists increase profits and freedom of time by focusing on the right patients and procedures.  As thought leaders in the clear aligner industry, Drs. Jeal and Nguyen have presented internationally to thousands of dentists and have been featured in media outlets such as Entrepreneur and Forbes, and as guests on numerous podcasts.  Their strategies are backed by real results. Over the past decade they have owned six dental practices and gained experience with practice development, acquisitions, transitions and exits. They have earned Invisalign Platinum status in consecutive years and are designated as Key Opinion Leaders of the AACA, where, as advisory board members they have trained hundreds of dentists on their sales and marketing strategies.  Through their proprietary ‘100K Invisalign Day' starter program, Drs. Jeal and Nguyen take dentists through a proven process to drive high production in a single day. This, in addition to the Fast Growth Practice private client program, provides dentists with a playbook for achieving  quick results while building durable practices that produce profits without adding to doctors' stress or workload. Find them on Instagram @dr.baotran @drnatejeal or at  thefastgrowthpractice.com

As Chief Executive Officer for Shoreline Dental Studio, I focus on creating a patient friendly dental office through efficiency and optimization of all front office procedures, protocols, and systems along with ensuring an optimal customer service experience. I lead all employees in the onboarding and training protocols the help communicate the business' mission, vision and impact. I lead the team in understanding the value creation of a good dental experience and implementation and accountability for my team leaders and team members.I have helped lead Shoreline Dental Studio to earn numerous awards including being named to INC5000's 2020 List of Fastest Growing Companies, OC Business Journals Best Places to work in OC 2018-2020, two Stevie Awards in 2019 from the American Businesses Awards, and local honors as being voted Best Dental Office in San Clemente by patients and community members.Cory comes with a variety of experiences in his background prior to starting Shoreline Dental Studio. His history includes years in sales in the Advertising and Tech Industries, business training, coaching and development, and has years of Pastoral experience as well. Cory is familiar with and utilizes a variety of tools in the training and development of his team including the Kolbe Assessment, Robert Cialdini's Principles of Influence, and Languages of Appreciation.In addition to his entrepreneurial ventures, Cory enjoys a wide array of outdoor activities. In high school Cory was a 3 sport All-American in Water Polo, Soccer, and Swimming, and played rugby at his University. Cory takes the lessons as a team member, captain and later as coach with him into his experience as a business owner and leader, and those have served him well.When not at work, he enjoys surfing, family beach days, soccer, hiking the local trails with his two kids, and a good meal. https://www.linkedin.com/in/coryritzau/ https://www.buildyourdentaldreamteam.com/about

Listen in as Donnie Dental! Talks about his journey and insight into a post covid career in Dentistry. Connect with him @donniedental on instagram. 

Join us today for a very special episode of The Bridge Dental Podcast where Steve dives deep with Dr. Tommy Vu.

Dr. Rima Bazzi is known for her warm and engaging style with patients and is extremely fulfilled when she helps patients create beautiful smiles. In 1999, Dr. Bazzi earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. She has completed extensive post-doctoral training in orthodontics, craniofacial growth, and development, full mouth reconstruction, cosmetic dentistry, and TMJ therapy. She is a certified orthodontics instructor and a premier provider of Invisalign® treatment as well as being a Fellow of the International Association of Orthodontics. Dr. Bazzi's most prized role is the wife of Dr. Nader Bazzi and mother of their children. Nader Bazzi was destined to be a dentist. From an early age he liked working with his hands, taking toys apart and reassembling them into new designs. These qualities, combined with his care and compassion for his patients, make Dr. Bazzi the outstanding surgeon and dental practitioner that he is today. Dr. Bazzi earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 1997 and was in the top third of his class. He has completed extensive post-doctoral training in implants, oral surgical procedures, cosmetic dentistry, and IV sedation. Dr. Bazzi is a diplomate and member of several prominent dental organizations and is the author of the book Saving Smiles Changing Lives. Most importantly, he is the proud husband of Dr. Rima Bazzi and father of their children. of their children. IG: rimadds 

Dr. Ahn always had a passion for dentistry. From her early experience as a dental assistant, she was inspired by the impact that a healthy and beautiful smile can have for a person. She now strives to provide that impact for every patient she sees. Dr. Ahn is excited to call Washington State her new home. In her spare time, she enjoys trying new foods, photography, and hiking with her husband.

Dr. Jamine Ifedi, DDS, MBAGeneral DentistDr. MBA=Doctor x Businessman‍️|Travel Dentist @Dr.MBALLC|Fam @IfediEmpire‍|Tax @TEAMTaxes|Non-Profit @TheTEAMInc1|Amazon Best Sellerlinktr.ee/Dr.MBAFollowed by harvard_dentist, thedailyde

Molly McNeely, DDS – BIOI am Dr. Molly McNeely. I am so appreciative for each and every day as a practicing dentist. I graduated from the UNMC College of Dentistry and have spent the years since becoming the best dentist I can be. I love my patients and strive to provide the ultimate dental experience. My team is the finest group of humans I know, we treat everyone with compassion, professionalism, and respect. We hope to meet you soon!Fun Facts about Dr. McNeely·         Name of my boat (if I had one): Goddess Girl·         Time period I would travel to: 1930's·         Superpower: Flying·         Guilty pleasure: Reading, a lot! And ignoring everything else around me.·         Useless talent: Saying the alphabet backwards·         Best quality: Empathy. We are all doing our absolute best.“I LOVE BEING A DENTIST! IT MAKES LIFE SO FUN TO GET TO DO WHAT YOU LOVE AND PROVIDE QUALITY CARE TO MY AMAZING PATIENTS.”- Dr. Molly McNeelyIG: drmolly_mcneelyddsCoaching webste: https://drmollytag.com/Dentist page: https://www.mcneelydds.com/

Learn more about him…https://www.linkedin.com/in/hardik-chodavadia-b1970820/ Visit:https://www.enameldentistry.com/ IG:@harcho Want to learn more about Financial Planning for Dentists –Visit your podcast host www.stevenkuza.com Or click link to schedule a free consult Schedule 15 Min Check In with Steven

Visit the host of the bridge dental podcast –Steven Kuza  - financial advisor by day – dentist podcast host by night Stevenkuza@nm.com or schedule a meeting with him Schedule 30 Min Meeting with Steven TODAY'S GUESTDR. RON DIREZZEGeneral Dentist in 20th year of private practice. Practices in a fast paced, busy office incorporating the latest in technology while still adhering to proven textbook theory.EducationHBSc (Biology): University of Western Ontario - 1996London, OntarioDDS: Case Western Reserve University -2000Cleveland, OhioProfessional AccomplishmentsFormer Dental Director The Paula L. Tutman Children's ToothFairy Foundation Charity, 2010Former member of The Michigan Dental Association's ‘Access to Care' Committee, 2011Member, Pierre Fouchard Academy, 2015Awarded Fellowship, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), 2018Paid Dental Consultant, Encompass Dental Solutions, Christopher Thornburgh-president, 2018Key Opinion Leader (KOL), BioResearch Inc., Milwaukee WI, 2019Board of Directors, AACA, 2020Lecturer, Rondeau Seminars, 2021Co-Founder Endwire Communications, DeZzire Inc., 2020

Dr. Bari Posner grew up in home in which helping others was a priority. While she was in high school, she started working in a dental office. As a dental assistant, Dr. Bari watched her mom, a dental hygienist, and her boss help patients improve both oral and overall health- and help them smile! As much as she loved working in a dental office, Dr. Bari decided to try something new in college and majored in communications. After college, she worked in Corporate America and found it very unfulfilling so she went back to what she knew she loved.Dr. Bari Posner upholds strict ethics. She is extremely thorough and strives for perfection throughout all aspects of her dentistry. She performs all procedures with concentration and aims to deliver excellence. Dr. Posner genuinely cares about her patients and believes that there is no substitute for time with them. Her passion is delivering smiles and health in a progressive, modern, comfortable manner.A graduate of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Dr. Bari was one of ten students to participate in the prestigious CODE program. She remains committed to learning and education and travels across the country to attend various continuing education courses. She is a member of the American Dental Association, the New Jersey Dental Association and is a Board of Member of the American Academy of Clear Aligners. In addition to running a local Invisalign/Clear Aligner study club, as a Board Member, Dr. Bari uses her expertise in training and guiding other general dentists in treatments utilizing Invisalign and Clear Aligner therapies.When not providing exceptional care to her patients, Dr. Bari loves spending time with her husband and two sons. They enjoy going to baseball games, playing sports, hiking and spending time outside in general.Links to the Hostwww.stevenkuza.com

About Doctor Robert Soto:http://www.yourcosmeticdentist.net/doctors.html Instagram Feedhttps://www.instagram.com/doctorsoto/ Links to the Hostwww.stevenkuza.com

Today we're joined by special guest Armando Doku!Get in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Today we're joined by special guest Dr. Katie McCann!Website: https://www.drkatiemccannlee.com/Email: McCannK@pacden.comInstagram: Dr. Katie Mccann LeeGet in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Today we're joined by special guest Dr. Lulu Tang!Instagram: dr.lulutangEmail: drlulutang@gmail.com   Website: saharamoderndentistry.comGet in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Thanks for tuning in to this special episode with Dr Sirin Chaker!Get in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Danielle Mckinley (also known as The HIPAA Chick) is a wife, mom, friend, and positive energy enthusiast. Gratitude is her attitude. She's worked in risk mitigation for 12 years and consulted thousands of practices. She helps medical providers spend more time treating patients, enjoying hobbies, and spending time with family and friends by simplifying HIPAA, PCI, and OSHA Compliance for their business. Her passion is helping Doctors, Dentists, and Business Associates understand how to get compliant, and how to protect themselves from a compliance incident with minimal time and resources. She's found a way to have fun with compliance! She's here to connect and help. Reference the link below to schedule a meeting with her.https://calendly.com/officesafe/hipaachick?month=2021-05Get in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Thanks for tuning in for this special episode of the Bridge Dental Podcast with Dr. Josh Golden!Instagram: The golden dentistEmail: jngoldendds@gmail.comWebsite: westsunrisedentistry.comGet in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

Thanks for tuning in for this special episode of the Bridge Dental Podcast with Dr. Chris Macasaet! Instagram: @Chris.the.dentist.Email-drchrismacasaet@gmail.comhttps://www.calvinefamilydental.com/Get in contact with the host!  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

A very special thanks to this weeks amazing guest, Jim Olsen!http://www.jamesolsendds.com/olsenjim80@gmail.com  https://linktr.ee/SteveKuza

At 15 years old I dreamed of becoming a dental entrepreneur.  I was drawn to the medical and technical aspects of dentistry and recognized that this career could fulfill my desire to help people as well as allow me to be my own boss. Through planning, focus and persistence I earned my bachelor's degree in biology at age 19. I graduated with honors from the University of Detroit Mercy, and was immediately accepted into their school of dentistry. While many students need to complete a master's degree before getting accepted into dental school, I was competitive enough to skip this step.  I systematically planned my class schedule with the intention of graduating from the program in two years instead of four. Other students began to notice my progress and success and started asking themselves “How did she do it?”  I was more than happy to share the secrets to my academic success and the strategies that allowed me to finish two years ahead of schedule. This began my secondary career of mentoring and coaching, and I realized how fulfilling it is to help others reach their potential.In 2012, at the age of 23, I graduated and started my career working in a small private practice and a large group practice.  In the large group practice, I gained hands-on experience in dentistry and was able to observe the nuts and bolts of running a dental business.  In the small private practice, I quickly realized that the corporate, cookie-cutter approach was not for me. When this practice became available for purchase, I entered into a partnership with three other dentists in the large practice, acquiring the business and eventually helping my partners to acquire several additional dental practices.  I gained invaluable experience in how to transition existing dental practices.With hands-on experience, I learned how to maintain the character and integrity of the practice, updating technology, equipment and systems where necessary. After three years of partnership, I was ready to go out on my own, negotiating with my partners to be the sole owner of my first acquisition in Clarkston. I was well on my way to reaching a goal I set upon graduation – to buy one practice each year before I turned 30.Fast forward to the present — I've met my goal by owning practices in Clarkston, Harper Woods, Shelby Township, the Village of Franklin, Metamora, Waterford, Fenton and Berkley, Michigan. All the practices have been united under one brand, BRUSH.RINSE.FLOSS.TM, integrating cultures, systems and processes to create the highest level of practice and profit. I employ 50+ people, including eight dentists. The practices exemplify my dedication to family oriented, personalized service that patients can trust. At the same time, I continue my deep commitment to keeping current on the latest technology, techniques and procedures as the field of dentistry continually evolves.I'm a member of the American Dental Association and the Michigan Dental Association and a big believer in the value of continuing education. I have a strong commitment to seeing other dentists find autonomy and success through following my tried and true strategies for purchasing and running a profitable dental practice.Whether you need someone in your corner to encourage you in the next phase of your business or assist in the daily running of a dental practice, I can help you reach your goals.You may wonder, “how did she do it?” I'd be happy to meet you, or to have a chat and tell you how I created my success, and more importantly, how you can create yours!

Join us in this exciting new episode featuring CPA WIlliam Mansour! Be sure to follow and subscribe!

Thanks to our special guest today, Dr. Paul Geuy! Be sure to check us out on social media and subscribe!

Dr. Sarna received her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees from the University of Michigan. She specializes in evidence-based dentistry and takes pride in staying current with the latest dental research, techniques and developments.A member of the American Dental Association and Academy of General Dentistry, Dr. Sarna has a background in dental and oral health research. Highly respected for her studies, she was selected to present her work nationally and at the International Association of Dental Research 2010 meeting in Spain.Dr. Sarna resides in Northville, MI with her husband, two children and dog. In addition to spending time with her family, Dr. Sarna enjoys cooking and traveling.

Special thanks to our amazing guest, Dr Sadeer Daood! Be sure to follow, rate, and share!

My name is Dr. Jordan Brown (Instagram @drjordanbrown), and I grew up as a gawky, and shy kid with teeth two sizes too big for my face. My classmates maliciously teased me about my “SpongeBob teeth,” and consequently, I began to habitually blanket my smile with my hands when laughing. I didn't know it then, but this lackluster period of my adolescence was the inspiration that fueled my motivation to become a dentist.Fast-forward several years, and my smile had undergone an extensive orthodontic transformation. My newfound smile helped replace a previously despondent identity with a charismatic persona. For the first time in my life, I proudly displayed my teeth to the world. My metamorphosis awarded me the self-confidence I needed to speak to other people. I became a dentist to grant that same transformative image of self-confidence to others.I was a humble kid with a dream, but I didn't know the steps required to become a dentist; I desperately needed a mentor. No one in my family was a dentist, so I was navigating untraveled roads. To aid in my transition to college, I enrolled in an intensive summer program designed to prepare high school graduates for the rigorous science courses of post-secondary education. Midway through the program, I was struggling to understand fundamental concepts, and I was embarrassingly far behind. My demeanor was saturated with self-doubt, and I questioned my ability to take future advanced courses like biochemistry and physiology. I didn't believe I was smart enough to become a dentist.Along the way, I found generous mentors like Dr. Todd Ester at the University of Michigan, and he mentored me through dental school. At this time, Instagram just started to gain popularity, but dentists on the platform were uncommon. When I began dental school, I remembered the difficulty of finding mentors, so I started publicly sharing my experience as a dental student to assist others with similar aspirations. I began by coaching others on the dental school selection process, the application cycle, and navigating the other myriad of issues plaguing the dental community.The largest concern for nearly all dental students and new dentists is the rising cost of tuition, increasingly high student loan interest rates and financial uncertainty. Student loans are like dental plaque: both debilitating and nearly everyone has some. From this perspective, I created an educational eBook series called Plaque Masters Academy to teach students how I financed my professional education via the National Health Service Corps Scholarship Program (NHSC SP). The NHSC SP is a federally funded program, which awards full scholarships to students pursuing dentistry, medicine, physician assistant or nurse practitioner training. This scholarship program was created in response to healthcare deserts, which left thousands of people with the inability to access healthcare services. The aim of this first eBook was to provide guidance and understanding into the scholarship program and how it can alleviate financial concerns. I do believe it is the best non-military scholarship for dental school because you choose the location where you fulfill your commitment. They have qualifying clinics in major areas like Atlanta, Tampa, Los Angeles, etc.

Today we're joined by the wonderful Dr. Bianca Velayo as she discusses keeping a balanced life and DSO Success! Make sure to follow, rate, and subscribe. 

Today we're joined by the wonderful Dr. Bianca Boji. Make sure to follow, rate, and subscribe. 

Join us for another awesome episode with our special guests, Dr Erik Burke! Make sure to follow, rate, and subscribe. From Traverse City, Michigan. Dr. Burke graduated from Traverse City Central HS and then went on to receive his Bachelor's of Science degree from Colgate University (aptly named for the education of a Dentist!). An accomplished All-State Track & Football athlete, his hands earned him a football scholarship at Colgate where he was a 4-year letter winner and two-time All-Patriot League Wide Receiver.Dr. Burke received his Doctorate from the University of Detroit-Mercy and completed an intensive, one-year General Practice Residency at the University of California, San Francisco. During his residency, Dr. Burke received extensive training in Dental Implants, Oral Surgery, TMJ Disorders, Sleep Apnea, and managing severely medically-compromised patients. He then worked in private practice in San Francisco where he furthered his experience and education by completing numerous continuing education courses in Cosmetic Dentistry, Veneers, Root Canal Therapy, as well as becoming an Invisalign Certified Provider and a Fellow of The California Implant Institute. After honing his skills, he returned home to Northern Michigan to build his dream practice!When Dr. Burke is not caring for his patients, he enjoys the outdoors, mentoring football & track athletes, playing guitar, paddleboarding, travelling, beach volleyball, snowboarding, and spending time with his family and friends.

Join us for another awesome episode with our special guests, Brooke and Khash! Make sure to follow, rate, and subscribe. 

Today's episode features Dr. Michael Danelia. Mike Danelia is a native of Moscow, Russia and immigrated to the United States at the age of 6 with the American dream on his mind. Mike watched his parents start from square one, juggling multiple jobs and night classes to help provide the best shot that they could for their children to succeed in this amazing country. Many mentors along the way taught him that your level of success tends to match your level of commitment. Mike was always interested in learning about medicine for the purpose of helping others to achieve good health and quality of life, and became especially interested in dentistry when he started shadowing his own dentist while in high school. He was captivated by the technological and personal elements of the career, and was later accepted to the University of Detroit Mercy's elite 6-year Bachelor's/DDS program. He obtained his license in 2013, at the age of 23, and for the first few years of his career had to do a lot of growing up and "adulting". Now over 7 years into private practice, Mike is hungrier than ever to learn more about this amazing profession, and now provides a plethora of services for all ages, with a special focus on dental implantology. He prides himself on the incredible team he has assembled at his practice, who help make him a better clinician who can deliver a top-notch dental experience for patients on a daily basis.

Today on the Bridge, we're joined by Dr. Chase Walby! Be sure to follow us on social media, and subscribe so you don't miss future episodes.