The Digital Orthodontist: Live is a video podcast hosted by orthodontist and digital marketing expert Dr. Kyle Fagala. In each episode, Dr. Kyle interviews a well-known orthodontist or member of the orthodontic industry live on Facebook. The show is a mix of traditional interview questions with interactive games for a nice mix of education and entertainment. Join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheDigitalOrtho/
For the Season 6 premiere of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Tom Shannon, Co-Founder of Braces On Demand, my co-Resident at UT Ortho, and a close friend for over a decade. We discuss how to move bracket and aligner manufacturing in-house, TAD-supported expanders, 3D Printing, new and unreleased Braces on Demand products, and much, much more...
For the Season 6 premiere of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Tom Shannon, Co-Founder of Braces On Demand, my co-Resident at UT Ortho, and a close friend for over a decade. We discuss how to move bracket and aligner manufacturing in-house, TAD-supported expanders, 3D Printing, new and unreleased Braces on Demand products, and much, much more...
On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that hearing directly from the source will allow Orthodontists to form a more accurate opinion and understanding about Align, its products, and services. As a disclaimer, this podcast was not sponsored or financially supported by Align. I wrote the interview questions myself and I approached Joe about doing this interview. Thank you to Neon Canvas, my digital marketing agency, for sponsoring this episode.
On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that hearing directly from the source will allow Orthodontists to form a more accurate opinion and understanding about Align, its products, and services. As a disclaimer, this podcast was not sponsored or financially supported by Align. I wrote the interview questions myself and I approached Joe about doing this interview. Thank you to Neon Canvas, my digital marketing agency, for sponsoring this episode.
The Digital Orthodontist: Live! returns for our 5th season! It's been 20 months since in-person orthodontic meetings were a thing, so we decided to do something FUN, interactive, and with a big group. And, what's more fun than a Fantasy Football Draft with good friends?! So, for the first time ever in Orthodontics, and to celebrate the start of the NFL season, we selected Fantasy Orthodontic Teams. There's also copious amounts of Orthodontic small talk amongst my fabulous panel of Dr. Susan Podray, Dr. Tom Shannon, Dr. Shane Langley, Dr. Estee Wang, and Dr. Dan Bills. Enjoy!
It's the biggest and messiest episode of TDO: Live! yet!! We've got orthodontic trivia, outrageous physical challenges, and even a doctor dance-off for the history books. Will you cheer for The Blue Team: Drs. Doug Shaw, Alyssa Emory-Carter, and Paiyal Popat OR The Red Team: Drs. Akash Pandya, Margarita Lachica, and Sheldon Salins? Tune in to see who wins!
Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We cover Corporate Ortho's most common criticisms and objections, continuity of care concerns, and typical misconceptions.
If there's one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it's that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn't require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients anywhere from $15,000 to $100,000; Oliver Gelles, Senior VP at OrthoFi, shares his perspective on the new patient exam and the changes you can make to start more new patients; and Hunter Satterfield from Cain Watters and Associates squeezes his greatest tax and financial planning tips into 20 minutes. Note: This content is for informational purposes only. You should not construe the information provided as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. All content presented is information of a general nature and does not address the circumstances of any particular individual or entity. Thank you! Special thanks to our episode sponsor, OrthoBanc!
If there's one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it's that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn't require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients anywhere from $15,000 to $100,000; Oliver Gelles, Senior VP at OrthoFi, shares his perspective on the new patient exam and the changes you can make to start more new patients; and Hunter Satterfield from Cain Watters and Associates squeezes his greatest tax and financial planning tips into 20 minutes. Note: This content is for informational purposes only. You should not construe the information provided as legal, tax, investment, or financial advice. All content presented is information of a general nature and does not address the circumstances of any particular individual or entity. Thank you! Special thanks to our episode sponsor, OrthoBanc!
Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We cover Corporate Ortho's most common criticisms and objections, continuity of care concerns, and typical misconceptions.
It's the biggest and messiest episode of TDO: Live! yet!! We've got orthodontic trivia, outrageous physical challenges, and even a doctor dance-off for the history books. Will you cheer for The Blue Team: Drs. Doug Shaw, Alyssa Emory-Carter, and Paiyal Popat OR The Red Team: Drs. Akash Pandya, Margarita Lachica, and Sheldon Salins? Tune in to see who wins!
The Digital Orthodontist: Live! returns for our 5th season! It's been 20 months since in-person orthodontic meetings were a thing, so we decided to do something FUN, interactive, and with a big group. And, what's more fun than a Fantasy Football Draft with good friends?! So, for the first time ever in Orthodontics, and to celebrate the start of the NFL season, we selected Fantasy Orthodontic Teams. There's also copious amounts of Orthodontic small talk amongst my fabulous panel of Dr. Susan Podray, Dr. Tom Shannon, Dr. Shane Langley, Dr. Estee Wang, and Dr. Dan Bills. Enjoy!
In case you missed my presentation at this year's AAO, I was honored to be asked to present on one of my favorite books: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, but with an emphasis placed on the topics most relevant to Orthodontics. Join me as we discuss seven ways to consistently excel and exceed expectations through the methods of self-mastery, working well with others, and continual improvement. I share tips for advancement in the personal, professional, and spiritual realms, as we discover together how to become more highly effective Orthodontic Teams.
This is it. We end our 9-week journey through the TDO: Live! Meeting 2021 with a discussion on the Exam Room with Drs. Cole Johnson, Courtney Schiefelbein, and Anna Fagala. We then get all 10 Doctor guests in the same room together to summarize the weekend, including some of my personal favorite moments of the entire meeting. And as if that weren't enough... we sing a song together, and no - it isn't Kumbaya.
We go BIG with Eff Bombs from Dr. Chris Feldman and Dr. Jeff Kozlowski - dozens of clinical efficiency tips from the masters of clinical efficiency. We also discuss the pros and cons of clinical delegation with Drs. Shane Langley and Bryan Lockhart AND pick the best BBQ in Memphis with Alex Rasmussen and a star-studded tasting panel.
Dr. Stuart Frost and Dr. Nicole Wax, two of the most inspirational and high-energy leaders in Orthodontics, share their secrets for starting the morning off right and for team culture in general. Jerry Hall from 3M Oral Care also explains how they take an idea from infancy to innovation.
Dr. Cole Johnson prepares a mystery basket breakfast while he shares "The Art of Cooking and Communicating." Dr. Kyle Fagala and Alex Rasmussen outline a 12-month digital marketing plan that's sure to work for everyone in their "Marketing Coordinator MasterClass."
This week's episode is chock-full of fun content! We have the National Champion Memphis Tigers Pom Squad, a panel of Drs. Cole Johnson, Jeff Kozlowski, Lisa Alvetro, Nicole Wax, and Courtney Schiefelbein to discuss the elements of a great orthodontic team, and then an interview with Drs. Lisa Alvetro and Candice Coleman on Administrative Team tips and strategies.
"The Artist Orthodontist" Dr. Stuart Frost shares his 5 Keys to Crafting Beautiful Smiles AND we award the championship belt for "Best Orthodontist of the TDO: Live! 2021 Meeting." Then, things get a little dicey between me and Dr. Chris Feldman...
Dr. Jeff Kozlowski and Dr. Candice Coleman share sage associateship strategies with "Be the Best Associate, Become the Best Partner." Then, Drs. Shane Langley, Lisa Alvetro, and Bryan Lockhart discuss the latest and greatest in clinical orthodontics during "Hybrid Orthodontics and Digital Workflows."
Join me as Dr. Cole Johnson and Dr. Nicole Wax drop some major leadership pro tips that you won't want to miss. Alex Rasmussen also interviews Dr. Courtney Schiefelbein and Dr. Chris Feldman on the topic “Be Yourself: A Discussion on Branding, Authenticity, and Culture.” Lastly, you'll hear Pro Tips from consultants Dino Watt and Angie Menendez.
Over the next 9 weeks, I'll be sharing The Best of The TDO: Live! Meeting 2021 with you. Each "episode" will air live in our TDO Facebook Group on Sunday Nights at 8 PM CST and remain archived on our Podcast and YouTube. In the first episode, you'll see the SNL-style opening skit, enjoy an Elvis concert from my living room, and witness our "How To Be The Best Orthodontist" Panel with Drs. Candice Coleman, Chris Feldman, Bryan B-MAC Lockhart, Shane Langley, and Stuart Frost. Enjoy!
The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Clinical Mastery." I'm joined by Dr. Ed Lin, Dr. Heather Stone Hopkins, and Dr. Jay Bowman, all extremely gifted clinical orthodontists with a wide array of expertise and experience. We discuss how to produce great clinical results every day, how to review your results and improve, and identify common problem areas in the quest to become a clinical master.
The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Influencers." I'm joined by Dr. Grant Collins, AKA "The Braces Guy," with 3.3M followers on TikTok, Dr. Bobbi Peterson from Being Bobbi on YouTube, and the original "King of Instagram" Dr. Dovi Prero. We discuss how to work with local influencers AND what it takes to be an influencer yourself.
The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Cybersecurity." There is no bigger threat to the Orthodontic practice today than a cyber attack. I'm joined by Orthodontist Dr. Lauren Manfred who shares her personal experience of getting hacked, Gary Salman from Black Talon (a leading Cyber Security company in the dental industry), and Dr. Jep Paschal, an all-around technology and computer expert.
In the spirit of the Super Bowl, it's time to decide which aligner system reigns supreme. I'm joined by five doctors who use three different aligner systems: Drs. Vanessa Peterson and Jeremiah Sturgill (3M Clarity Aligners), Dr. Eric Wu (uLab), and Drs. Jonathan Nicozisis and Maz Moshiri (Invisalign). We discuss the pros and cons of each aligner system and provide you with the info you need to decide which system is best for you and your practice.
Our specialty is changing, and we must learn to change with it. I'm joined by current AAO President Dr. Chris Roberts, former AAO President and Director of Orthodontics at the University of Minnesota Dr. Brent Larson, and Canadian practice-owner Dr. Trista Felty Tsang who serves on countless orthodontic boards and committees. We discuss Corporate orthodontics, the evolving role of organized orthodontics, teledentistry, new (and upcoming) digital systems, and we do our best to predict the state of Orthodontics in 10 and 20 years.
Season 3 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! rolls on with the Neon Canvas Holiday Happy Hour hosted by Dr. Kyle Fagala and Alex Rasmussen with guests Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis, Dr. Courtney Schiefelbein, Dr. Christopher Feldman, and Dr. Patrice Smith. We mix a drink together (the Cocoa Loco Chocolate Martini) and rank our top 5 moments of 2020, including discussion on aligners, digital systems, and virtual meetings. You'll also be the first to learn details about the upcoming TDO: Live! Meeting 2021 AND receive a one-of-a-kind promo code you won't want to miss.
For the first time since April, The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is back with a special 2-hour holiday meet-up that will be released in two episodes. The first hour, “2020: A Year In Review” features special guests Dr. Jeannie Moody, Chris Bentson, and LeeAnn Peniche as we look back at one of the wildest years ever and discuss the highs and lows of 2020. I'm also joined by Dr. Alfred Griffin III, orthodontist and founder of our presenting sponsor, LightForce Orthodontics as he shares the experience of successfully growing an orthodontic startup during a global pandemic.
I've been getting a ton of questions about virtual visits and consults and seeing a lot of misinformation floating around, so I decided to do a live Zoom meeting to discuss. My partner at Neon Canvas Alex joined me to answer these questions and to discuss Virtual Visits and Consults, adjusting social media during COVID-19, whether you should decrease your AdSpend at this time, and updates on the TDO: Live! Meeting 2020. It's a great episode and I hope you are able to watch!
Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! rolls on with the busiest man in Orthodontics and the driving force behind OrthoPreneurs, Dr. Glenn Krieger. We discuss what it's like inside the mind of a GP, who's to blame for the rise of DTC and DSOs, why you shouldn't sleep on airway orthodontics, the (nearly) criminal nature of dental school debt, and much, much more...
Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! continues with internationally-known Invisalign speaker and Seinfeld Super Fan, Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis. We discuss the decade's Top 5 Biggest Moments in Orthodontics, what's wrong with Meta-Analyses?, Corporations vs. Academia, the true value of Orthodontic FB groups, and much, much more.
Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! continues with the founder of the Women in Orthodontics Study Group and Conference, Dr. Courtney Dunn. We discuss what happens inside the WIO group, the challenges of working while pregnant, practicing with an Orthodontist husband, how to manage a large, 4-location practice, what Courtney is up to these days with the AAO, and much, much more.
Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! kicks off with the host of the Elevate Orthodontics Podcast, Dr. Lance Miller. We discuss Personal Financial Management, Investing in Systems and People, Lifestyle Design in Orthodontics, Overcoming “Resistance”, The Role of Consultants, and much, much more.
On Episode 10 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is orthodontist Dr. Anil Idiculla. We discuss divorce and depression, the corporatization of Orthodontics, multiple practice problems, the battle between Ego and Heart, and much, much more...
Episode 9 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is a very special episode from the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 AAO Annual Session. I interviewed 4 guests: Drs. Maz Moshiri, Jeff Kozlowski, Sean Carlson, and Dan Bills. We discuss aligner pro-tips, conventional vs. optimized attachments, treatment efficiency, passive self-ligation, OrthoScience, Airway-Conscious Orthodontics, a modern observation program, digital workflows, and much, much more.
Episode 8 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is a very special episode from the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 AAO Annual Session. I interviewed 4 guests: Dr. Lisa Alvetro, Katie Maassen, Dr. Greg Jorgensen, and Dr. Glenn Krieger. We discuss Forsus pro-tips, the difficulties of being a female Orthodontist speaker, how the AAO is marketing Orthodontists, the CAP assessment, the AAO Winter Meeting on obstructive sleep apnea, the updated ABO exam, "Airway-Friendly" Orthodontics, and much more!
On Episode 7 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is orthodontist Dr. Brian Anderson. We discuss Brian's Top 5 Clinical Pearls from Orthodontic Pearls, productive and destructive mindsets, the dangers of perfectionism and negativity online, how Brian fits his workouts in, and how to improve clinically year after year.
On Episode 6 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is orthodontist Dr. Heather Hopkins. We discuss how to partner with GPs and Pediatric Dentists, how Heather sees a busy schedule in just 6-hour shifts (from 8-2 or from 12-6), and the challenges of being a millennial mom who works.
On Episode 5 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is a true expert in the field of Orthodontics, Chris Bentson. We discuss current trends in Orthodontics, what to expect over the next 5, 10, and 15 years, examples of ideal (and nightmare) senior doctors and associate doctors, lots of questions about DSOs, and what to consider if you're getting out of residency in the next 6 months.
On Episode 4 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is the biggest Saints fan on planet earth, the most fun and most opinionated Orthodontist I know, Dr. Chris Feldman. We discuss how to start an office from scratch on a budget, how to decide which ideas from the Facebook groups are worth implementing and which are just a distraction, and how Chris has managed to grow and maintain his team without needing to fire or without anyone leaving over the past 5 years.
Who better to help me kick off 2019 than the King of Instagram himself, Dr. Dovi Prero?! On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! with host Dr. Kyle Fagala, we'll be talking about all-things-Orthodontics, Social Media, and goals for 2019. This episode features the debut of "When I'm 64" and also includes discussions on how to start with Instagram Stories and how to ask for reviews.
Join us for the first ever remote episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, hosted by Dr. Kyle Fagala with special guest Dr. Amanda Gallagher. This episode features the debut of "Who Wore It Better?" and "Why?", and also includes discussions on what to consider when starting a practice, how to balance life and work as a mom and Orthodontist, and orthodontic office design tips.
Join us for the first ever episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, hosted by Dr. Kyle Fagala with special guest Dr. Cole Johnson, and filmed at the Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This episode features the debut of "Do I Make Myself Clear?" and "Who Are You?", and also includes several discussions on team culture and team management.
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