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Brooke Beckett, MD, is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 2, we look at a radiograph and discuss basics of appearance of air, fat, tissue, bone and metal. What do you tell patients who are worried about radiation for a CT scan or xray?

Lindsey Bordone, MD, FAAD interviewed by Sabrina Shearer, MD, FAAD

Brooke Beckett, MD, is a Radiologist and the Director of the Residency Program at Oregon Health and Science University. In Part 1 of her interview, she discusses with Chuck and Miles some important core concepts for reading radiographs and ordering images in general.

PRL 6-2-26 Mike Mullis, Wade Minter, Bryce Williams, Dr. Evenski from Ortho East by Pirate Radio

In this episode of the AAOS Now Podcast, host Richard Schaefer, MD, FAAOS, sits down with two of orthopaedic surgery's most dedicated advocates for medical student mentorship, William Levine, MD, FAAOS, and Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS, for a candid conversation about the residency Match process.  The discussion tackles the nuts, bolts, and controversies of today's highly competitive application landscape, including how signaling helps students whittle down the number of programs they apply to, why away rotations may have gotten out of hand, and whether every student really needs to do a research year.  Drs. Levine and Aiyer share how their decades-long professional relationship helped shape their commitment to guiding the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. They explain that mentorship is a bidirectional partnership in which the mentee must put forth more than just a desire to learn. They talk about the importance of building a diverse "board" of mentors across institutions. And they encourage students to seek out mentors, including near-peers, who have their “finger on the pulse” of the rapidly-evolving Match process.  The episode closes with a candid challenge to prospective applicants: Before attempting to match into orthopaedic surgery, ask yourself why you want to be an orthopaedic surgeon. According to Dr. Levine, mentors should require all of their mentees to answer that question — and if the answer is iffy, encourage them to consider a different specialty.  Key Topics Covered in this Episode How the residency Match process works: from application to Match Day Building a mentorship "board": why one mentor isn't enough and how to cultivate relationships across institutions Mentorship as a bidirectional partnership: what mentees must bring to the relationship The origin of OrthoMentor: how Drs. Levine and Aiyer began collaborating to fill a nationwide advising void and how students at institutions with limited advising resources can still access current, accurate guidance Signaling and application caps: understanding the data behind limiting program applications (yes, 100 applications is too many) Away rotations: how many to do and why cohort strategy matters when applying Research years: when they help, when they don't, and what to look for in a productive year Schools without home programs: unique challenges and where to find current guidance Pursuing the right path: why students should reflect on their motivations before pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery, and why where you train isn't as important as what you do with the opportunity About Our Guests William N. Levine, MD, FAAOS, the Frank E. Stinchfield Professor and Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Chief of the Orthopaedics Service at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center; and Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS, Division Chief of foot and ankle surgery and Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine; Deputy Editor, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

In this episode of the AAOS Now Podcast, host Richard Schaefer, MD, FAAOS, sits down with two of orthopaedic surgery's most dedicated advocates for medical student mentorship, William Levine, MD, FAAOS, and Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS, for a candid conversation about the residency Match process.  The discussion tackles the nuts, bolts, and controversies of today's highly competitive application landscape, including how signaling helps students whittle down the number of programs they apply to, why away rotations may have gotten out of hand, and whether every student really needs to do a research year.  Drs. Levine and Aiyer share how their decades-long professional relationship helped shape their commitment to guiding the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons. They explain that mentorship is a bidirectional partnership in which the mentee must put forth more than just a desire to learn. They talk about the importance of building a diverse "board" of mentors across institutions. And they encourage students to seek out mentors, including near-peers, who have their “finger on the pulse” of the rapidly-evolving Match process.  The episode closes with a candid challenge to prospective applicants: Before attempting to match into orthopaedic surgery, ask yourself why you want to be an orthopaedic surgeon. According to Dr. Levine, mentors should require all of their mentees to answer that question — and if the answer is iffy, encourage them to consider a different specialty.  Key Topics Covered in this Episode How the residency Match process works: from application to Match Day Building a mentorship "board": why one mentor isn't enough and how to cultivate relationships across institutions Mentorship as a bidirectional partnership: what mentees must bring to the relationship The origin of OrthoMentor: how Drs. Levine and Aiyer began collaborating to fill a nationwide advising void and how students at institutions with limited advising resources can still access current, accurate guidance Signaling and application caps: understanding the data behind limiting program applications (yes, 100 applications is too many) Away rotations: how many to do and why cohort strategy matters when applying Research years: when they help, when they don't, and what to look for in a productive year Schools without home programs: unique challenges and where to find current guidance Pursuing the right path: why students should reflect on their motivations before pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery, and why where you train isn't as important as what you do with the opportunity About Our Guests William N. Levine, MD, FAAOS, the Frank E. Stinchfield Professor and Chair, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Chief of the Orthopaedics Service at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center; and Editor-in-Chief Emeritus, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS, Division Chief of foot and ankle surgery and Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine; Deputy Editor, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons

This episode explores the art and responsibility of mentoring medical students in orthopaedic surgery, featuring guest Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS.  Dr. Aiyer, Division Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Deputy Editor of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, and founder of the widely followed OrthoMentor Instagram channel, joins host Ellen Lutnick, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly Executive Committee Chair, for a candid conversation about mentorship at every stage of training. Dr. Aiyer shares his own unexpected path to orthopaedics, pivoting late in medical school after originally planning a career in pediatric oncology, and reflects on how that experience shaped his deep commitment to making himself accessible to students navigating similar crossroads. He draws a meaningful distinction between mentorship, advising, and coaching, and offers practical guidance on how trainees and attendings alike can be more intentional about building those relationships. Listeners will also hear his perspective on what makes a good mentee, the growing role of social media and orthopaedic organizations in connecting students with resources, and why availability and accessibility are among the most important qualities a mentor can offer. Guest: Amiethab Aiyer, MD, FAAOS, Division Chief of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Associate Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine; Deputy Editor, Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Host: Ellen Lutnick, MD, AAOS Resident Assembly Executive Committee Chair

If your orthopedic practice is busy but the margins feel tighter than they should, referral leakage is almost certainly part of the equation. In this episode of The Profit Loop, Alisa Conner walks through the financial reality of what happens when referred patients stall out before they ever reach the schedule, and why this problem remains invisible on most practice reports. You'll hear: Why average orthopedic practices lose 20–30% of their referral traction (with published estimates reaching 65%) How three lost surgical cases per week add up to nearly a million dollars annually, before downstream losses The PT outbound referral problem: why referring patients out could be costing you $624K+ per year in surgical revenue The three root causes behind most orthopedic referral leakage (and why "more scheduling" doesn't fix any of them) A five-step action plan you can start on this week This episode is especially relevant for practice administrators who are tired of managing referral fire drills with no system behind them.

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"It's not just a transaction."Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill sits down with Doug Copple to discuss the evolving landscape of orthodontic partnerships, highlighting trends in the transition market, the structure of partnerships, the buy-in process, and the financial and tax implications involved. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the dynamics of partnerships and the necessity for both parties to act like owners to ensure a successful collaboration. Jill and Doug also go over the complexities of family practice transactions and the importance of aligning treatment philosophies. They also delve into the financing aspects of partnership buy-ins, emphasizing the need for clear communication and understanding between partners to ensure successful collaborations. Connect With Our Guest Bentson Copple Patterson & Associates - https://bcp-advisors.com/ Takeaways Doug has been in the orthodontic industry since 2004.The DSO market has significantly impacted orthodontic practices.Partnerships are becoming more common among younger doctors.Partnership deals can take years to form and require careful planning.The buy-in process typically involves an association period before ownership is transferred.Financial modeling is crucial for understanding partnership dynamics.Both parties must be comfortable with the financial outcomes to avoid resentment. Doctors should consider tax implications in family practice transactions.Effective communication with CPAs is crucial for financial planning.Partnerships require clear agreements on decision-making authority.Understanding treatment philosophies is essential for successful partnerships.Financial transparency is key to avoiding conflicts in partnerships.Chapters 00:00 Introduction02:01 Doug's Background and Firm05:08 Why Partnerships Are Rising09:10 How Partnerships Are Structured14:13 Buy In Timeline and Profit Split22:39 Modeling the Deal on Paper25:45 Tax and Entity Structure Basics27:39 Family Transactions Tax Traps31:17 CPA Communication Gaps32:29 Partnership Control Rules35:40 Discretionary Spending Fights38:34 Treatment Philosophy Clashes41:15 Financing and Real Estate In The Deal46:15 Contact Info Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

Hello voices from the bench community, John Wilson here and I wanted to share some news about the evolution of the Programill lineup. Most importantly, Ivoclar's new PrograMill 7. What stands out right away is the reduced air consumption this mill requires, but what you'll notice first is that impressive new touchscreen. For us, the biggest advantage has been increased spindle power. My laboratory's known for these larger cases with complex geometries, and I can tell you that extra power really makes a difference. Next time you see your Ivoclar representative, be sure to ask about the PrograMill 7 and tell them John Wilson sent you. Thank you. At exocad Insights in beautiful Mallorca, we finally caught up with Felix from Imagine USA—and the timing couldn't have been better. As an exocad dealer on the front lines of digital dentistry, Felix shared his excitement about the strong turnout, the familiar faces, and most importantly, the innovation coming from exocad. What stood out most? The new exocad Hub and its cloud-based capabilities, along with powerful AI-driven tools inside DentalDB designed for efficient batch processing. For Felix and the Imagine team, it's not just about seeing what's new—it's about putting it to the test. By running new features through their own production facility first, they ensure real-world performance before bringing solutions to their customers. Beyond the technology, Felix emphasized the value of being there in person—connecting face-to-face with partners, having meaningful conversations, and stepping back to see where the industry is headed. And of course, doing it all in Mallorca doesn't hurt either. From wire-bending machines and digital ortho workflows to Vulcanite dentures and photogrammetry, this episode from the DLAT floor is packed with stories, laughs, and a whole lot of dental lab wisdom. First up, the crew sits down with Jason Dyas — better known these days as the man behind Ortho Outlaw and everyone's favorite outlaw mascot, Clyde. Jason shares his journey from construction work and garage-built orthodontic appliances to running successful ortho labs and diving headfirst into digital technology. What started with fax-machine marketing and Walmart bench grinders eventually evolved into automated wire-bending machines, digital scanning, social media content creation, and a growing mission to help older labs embrace modern workflows instead of shutting their doors. The conversation covers everything from AI-driven ortho tech and the future of wire bending to building a brand, traveling to industry events around the world, and how Ortho Outlaw became one of the most recognizable new names in orthodontic lab social media. Then the podcast catches up with longtime friend of the show Jim Collis for an incredible deep dive into 45 years of dental technology experience. Jim talks about teaching hands-on courses at DLAT, helping labs transition from analog workflows into digital dentures and 3D printing, and why education is still the key to success in modern dentistry. From discussing AI-assisted denture design and automated workflows to reminiscing about fixing Vulcanite dentures and the earliest days of implants, Jim delivers one amazing story after another. Along the way, he shares lessons from his CDT journey, the mentors who shaped his career, his passion for consulting and education, and why he still loves this industry after nearly five decades. It's equal parts history lesson, technology discussion, and classic Voices From the Bench chaos — complete with Star Trek references, Slurpee stories, and enough off-topic tangents to make Barb proud.Special Guests: Clyde, Jason Dyas, and Jim Collis CDT.

Pim Christiaans, gerenommeerd gezondheidsjournalist, brengt het gezondheidsnieuws van Ortho.nl. Casper Beukema, orthomoleculair therapeut, vertelt over oplosbare vezels en hun cruciale rol. The post 30-04-2026, uur 1 appeared first on Gezondheidsnieuws Radio.

Join Dr. Salvatore Docimo for a discussion on endoscopic bariatrics, highlighting the benefits of Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG) and how endoscopic sleeves can be used both as a primary weight loss procedure and as a bridge to future surgical intervention.Learning Objectives• Describe what endoscopic bariatrics is• Understand the benefits of Endoscopic Sleeve Gastroplasty (ESG)• How to utilize endoscopic sleeves as both a primary procedure and a bridge to additional surgeryAccreditationsPHYSICIANSACCMEUSF Health is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.USF Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.Florida Board of MedicineUSF Health is an approved provider of continuing education for physicians through the Florida Board of Medicine. This activity has been reviewed and approved for up to 0.25 continuing education credits.Florida Board of Osteopathic MedicineUSF Health is an approved provider of continuing education for physicians through the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine. This activity has been reviewed and approved for up to 0.25 continuing education credits. Target Audience: Primary Care Providers, Ortho, Transplant, OBGYNRelease Date: April 16, 2026Expiration Date: April 16, 2027Relevant Financial RelationshipsAll individuals in a position to influence content have disclosed to USF Health any financial relationship with an ineligible organization. USF Health has reviewed and mitigated all relevant financial relationships related to the content of the activity. The relevant relationships are listed below. All individuals not listed have no relevant financial relationships.Salvatore Docimo, Jr. – Consultant: BD, Medtronic, Boston Scientific, Intuitive.Salvatore Docimo, Jr., DO, MBA: Director, Center for Abdominal Wall Surgery and Complex Hernia Repair, Tampa General HospitalAssociate Professor of Surgery, Division of Gastrointestinal Surgery, Department of SurgerySection Chief, Abdominal Wall SurgeryVice Chair of Quality, USF Department of Surgery Associate Director, Bariatric & Foregut Fellowship, USF Health Morsani College of Medicine Claim CME/CEU Credit for this episode here: https://cmetracker.net/USF/Publisher?page=pubOpen#/getCertificate/363296/qr Visit our Defining Medicine website, where you will find links to journal publications, clinical trials, podcasts and CMEs, physician profiles and more: https://www.tgh.org/defining-medicine.

What if I told you your practice could grow to $3M+ without working harder—just by fixing the leaks in your funnel?In this episode of Five Minute Friday, I challenge you to take a hard, honest look at your practice performance. If you're stuck at $1.6M–$1.9M and grinding four-plus days a week, the problem isn't effort—it's efficiency. Somewhere in your marketing, your conversions, your case acceptance, or your systems… you're leaking. And the good news? You can fix it without adding more hours to your schedule.I break down what a sustainable, profitable orthodontic practice really looks like—and why a $3M, three-day-a-week model is not only realistic, but repeatable. We talk about the real drivers of growth: effective marketing, strong phone and TC systems, leadership, and patient experience. If you're ready to stop making excuses and start making changes, this episode will give you a clear, practical path forward.Quotes“I can almost guarantee you that no matter where you practice… your practice is not reaching its potential for what you want.” — Dr. Glenn Krieger“Somewhere along your funnel, you're leaking—and you can be much more effective with no more work.” — Dr. Glenn KriegerKey TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Why most orthodontists are stuck below their potential (00:30)The $3M practice model: realistic, sustainable, and repeatable (01:00)Why working more days isn't the solution (02:05)The 4 key growth drivers: marketing, conversion, case acceptance, leadership (03:45)Why most orthodontists don't know how to “close” cases effectively (04:20)How to build projections and take control of your numbers (04:55)Identifying and fixing leaks in your practice funnel (06:30)Additional ResourcesI've seen firsthand how small improvements in your funnel can unlock massive growth—without adding more stress or more hours to your week.If you're serious about building a more efficient, profitable, and scalable practice, join me at the 4M “Make More Money” Meeting in Nashville. We'll break down your numbers, your systems, and your strategy—from start to finish—so you can finally build the practice you actually want.Register for the Make More Money Meeting: https://ortho4m.com/home - For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/

It's time to perform a special audit in your practice! This one is called the Invisible Friction Audit. Kiera guides listeners through how to catch problems that might not be very obvious, but are total gamechangers in terms of practice operations. Episode resources: Subscribe to The Dental A-Team podcast Schedule a Practice Assessment Leave us a review Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:00) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and today is going to be a great topic. I hope you guys are excited about it because it's going to be an audit of your practice. I think that there's oftentimes invisible friction that's happening inside practices and offices oftentimes don't catch it. They don't understand what's going on and they're like, something's happening and it's just this invisible friction. And so how can we actually catch this sooner in your practice? If you guys are new to our podcast, welcome. I'm Kiera Dent, host and founder of the Dental A Team and the Dental A Team Podcast.   I'm obsessed with all things dentistry, including my last name being Dent. Our mission is to possibly impact the world of dentistry in the greatest way possible and to influence, inspire, and to motivate you to have the best practice, the best life, and the best team that you could ever imagine. I genuinely know and believe that running a successful practice does not need to be hard. I've had hundreds of thousands of clients tell us that, Carrie, you've changed our perspective. You've made this to where...   I feel happy about going to work. You've inspired my team. We've got team members that text us telling us how much they love working with Dental A Team. And that's our mission. That's our passion. That's what we are truly experts in the field for. And today, this is one of those things of like, when you have friction that's invisible, how do you actually fix that? How do you actually make this thing better? How do you make it to where, my gosh, like, like we don't know and how can we catch this? So I wanted to just help you see like, here's the quiet, invisible, almost like.   cobwebs in the back corner that if you are able to figure this out, fix it so it's not there, you're not just walking past it, hopefully your practice will be able to thrive. ⁓ So number one is just like, how long does it take to make decisions to move your practice forward? And delayed decisions, I remember one of my favorite quotes is, a wrong decision is better than like indecision. ⁓ Indecision actually impacts far greater than making a wrong decision and...   I remember I was at this really big financial conference and they were talking about how one of the presidents of the United States, I don't remember which one it was, came in and there was this big thing of who we're going and what different things they were going to do. And it had serious impact. And the president came in and made a decision. like, well, how do you know that's the right decision? He said, I don't. But what I know is us sitting in indecisions costing us more than making a wrong decision. And I've thought about that a lot of, I don't even think half of the decisions we make in a day and day out of a practice.   would impact millions of lives and different pieces. And yet I think we sit on them acting as if they are these big audacious decisions rather than just making a decision. And I think it also builds the decision-making bone in our body where it's like, okay, we just make decisions and we move forward. And I think empowering your team to be able to make those decisions without needing to come through you to make every decision. So for example, like delayed decisions on.   treatment sitting in unscheduled. like, are we calling on those people who's taking responsibility for that? Like, let's just get unscheduled treatment called in on a consistent basis. What about like billing and insurance errors and issues? What about lab cases not being tracked? What about our Invisalign and Ortho cases? What about team members where it's like, let's circle back later, let's circle back later. Like, just make the decision in the meeting and move forward and make sure we count about it.   What about like patients who need multiple touch points to commit and to say yes to treatment? Like, why did CareDent get so good at closing cases? Because I hated the follow-up. So it was always, and like, it's a two, two, two follow-up. But these like delayed decisions or who are we going to hire or what things do we need to have for this or what budget do we have? And I understand that being a business owner is like death by a thousand cuts. Like you just get pummeled with question day in and day out. So it's like.   Let's have set days where we make decisions and like, let's make the decision and move forward. All of us execute on it. Attraction by Gina Wickman is very big on, we come to the table to solve and make decisions and we move forward and we solve them forever. So I think when you have like practices, like this is just invisible friction that you don't realize is there, but it's all these things sit there like looming storm clouds because we're not moving forward. We're not getting them done. We're not actually executing on things. And then we have to,   follow back up and team members need to remember. And I'm just big on interaction they teach a lot about. We have our weekly leadership meetings and we solve the issues. Now, if there's something that's gonna take longer and doesn't need immediate care today, it can actually go on what's called a parking lot or long-term issues. And I think having this in your practice, having this as part of your cadence, if it doesn't need to have your decision today, get it moving, but stop the friction. And what we've seen is like,   When I have practices that start working on this and people have clear owners and we stop the decision fatigue and we stop having a lag in this treatment goes up, schedules get more full, tasks start to get resolved, team members feel like they get answers, doctors don't feel like there's so much sitting on their shoulders. And that's honestly just you moving things forward and having owners of it. So I also think of like when a treatment coordinator owns all of the unscheduled treatment and they own our   monthly goal and they own how many people are supposed to be in there, we increase our scheduling. Like I was your treatment coordinator. So we start getting more people on the books sooner. We start hitting our daily goals sooner. And I've got a cadence of if you don't schedule today, I call you in two days, two weeks, two months. And then I send you a letter. There's no question marks of how I follow up with these people. There's no like, well, call people, Kiera. No, like it's just a set process that we follow. And then we make sure that people are being accountable to that. I think it's just great. Like it's not changing anything. We're not having to bring in more patients. We're not having to change up.   Our marketing, like we just move things along without having the delay. So I think when you guys are sitting in meetings or you're looking at it, like look to see how can we make decisions sooner and solve things forever rather than sitting here and being like, well, we'll get back to that. We'll solve that later. We'll solve that later. Make the decisions, give the clear owners and move things forward. The other one is going to be ⁓ an invisible friction of I think energy and practices have this is crazy. When we walk into offices, we're able to quickly feel   Is this practice thriving or is this practice like truly just like hanging on by a thread or do people not like each other? And I think that emotional piece ⁓ definitely plays. so looking at like, how's our team culture and what things are causing a rift in the culture. So are we making our one-on-ones every single month to find out how team members are truly doing? Are we looking at like, is our schedule consistent to where people know they can get out on time? Or if that's not ⁓ a culture piece, like people just know we're here for two hours afterwards and that's just our culture.   but at least that expectation can be met. What about like where we can add emergency patients? So front office knows, clinical team knows we're not having this like front office, back office divide. What about when we come into a room, is it clear on how we have our procedures set up so that way every person's there we're not having popcorn? What about like doctors like staying on time and if you're not on time, like let's adjust the schedule and then start scheduling more appropriately so that way we're not constantly running into lunch, running behind in the day.   Making sure our patients have all their new patient paperwork Thinking about are we doing Friday five shout outs? Are we doing team? Shout outs where people are looking at each other and like really finding happiness. We're working with each other I think it's just like that energy usually the drains start to happen on energy and culture and it's just that invisible friction when We can't count on our schedule. We can't count on getting lunch. We can't count on getting out on time I remember I worked in a practice and we were quote-unquote off on Fridays   And I was the one who, we had a patient that was scheduled on Fridays, I would be the one who was the assistant to cover. And without fail, every Wednesday or Thursday, the doctor would be like, we'll just add you on Friday. And it used to drive me absolutely crazy. So much so that I went and I interviewed at another office, I got another job, and then Jason got accepted to pharmacy school. And I think about like, why, Kiera why did you get to that space where you were like so dissatisfied? And it was because I could never bank on   when I had time off, I wish that they would have just hired me for four and a half days every Friday I knew. And if like patients didn't schedule, I'd get a Friday off. That would have been better for me to schedule rather than the like hope wish hoping that I have Fridays off. Cause I'm told like, we don't work Fridays unless we schedule a patient. Well, I'm angry with you every single time. Now that you schedule a patient, I don't want to help that patient. Like I do, but I wanted that Friday off. Cause I thought, so how can we give that, ⁓ consistency, the clear expectations clear is kind in these instances.   How do we make sure like, where do we add those ER patients? Where do we have like correct pieces for setting up? What about our hygiene exams? Making sure those are clear. Make sure our patients show up so hygiene's not running behind. Like all these little micro stressors really just eat at your team to where people like myself want to go look for another job. And it's not because they don't enjoy their job. It's just because all these things eat at team members too. And so I think predictability oftentimes like helps people feel safe. I think about   me with Jason, Jason has a great job and it allows me the freedom to go and be a bit more creative and unpredictable in the company. But my team does not need to feel unpredictable. ⁓ I need to create a safe, secure environment. Otherwise team members feel that like, like I said, it's an invisible friction that just causes them to create risks. And so when you have offices that ⁓ really truly keep their numbers strong, like we have strong numbers, we're constant on our cashflow, we're hitting our metrics.   you actually reduce team turnover. And the reason why is because it's not compensation, it's this predictability, like we're solid. And also the business owner is more solid. I remember I did a podcast a long time ago with Dennis Advisors and they said, team members, the best thing you can want for your boss and your dentist is to be a very profitable, like productive practice because the doctor's not concerned about cashflow and there's more stability and continuity within the practice.   ⁓ And so, and also what it does is it helps us prepare our days. We're not like chasing, trying to hit our production goals and always doing add-ins. Like it's more solid. Now we still need to maintain that level of flexibility and adaptability because dentistry is not perfect. I think it's, can we get 80 % where we can bank on, I get lunches, I get out on time. Those are big things that are micro stressors for teams. so creates a calm team and stronger execution. So I think we could even ask our teams through anonymous surveys of what are the things that just cause like   rifts or tension or frustration. And then what are the things that bring you like great joy and satisfaction? I'm really big on when I ask these surveys, I want to hear about pain points, but I also want to hear about good. So that way we don't get rid of the good while trying to fix the pieces. Also, you can ask about it in one-on-ones like, hey, what causes the most amount of stress? What causes the most amount of joy? These things are going to help you then be able to fix those little pieces. And then I think like one of the last things of this invisible friction that I see in practices is   like when standards start to slip without noticing. So like our morning huddles start to get shortened, case presentation is like not as consistent or as thorough. We don't have as strong of financial conversations. We're so busy that we're not answering calls. We don't have training. We're hiring a bunch of new people. We're tolerating like a good enough practice rather than excellent standards. I have found that   I think to me that that's just like a car that's like breaking down. Like we're not fixing, we're not taking in for regular oil maintenance. We're not filling it up with the best gas. We're not fixing when things break to where it didn't happen overnight, but it was a slow shift to where I had this great car that I loved and I enjoyed being to where I look at this car and I don't even know where it is. And so I think it's a, let's not, let's not lose the clinical excellence. Let's not lose our standard of excellence because teams want to be part of excellence. And especially in healthcare, these things really matter. Like we,   We follow our morning huddles. We follow our leadership meetings. We have department trainings and meetings. We make sure that we are solid on our case presentation. We're solid on our phone call answering. We're solid on our scheduling. don't lose the maintenance on our clinical and our practice excellence because that's going to really, really, really create friction where you're going to lose great team members because they want to go work for the best. They want to be at the best practice. You want to be the thriving practice. That's great for culture, great for our clinical excellence and great for our   our leadership within the practice. Like that's what we want to be known for. That's what teams strive to be a part of. And so how can you make more of that? And I think like when we let these little things slip, we're also letting other things slip. And I think about like my new year's resolutions and how often do I just let that slip a little bit or how often do I let some of my like, you know, we'll get to it later. I think keep yourself to a high level of standards of excellence because otherwise you do start to decay as a practice.   ⁓ And I think patients feel that teams feel that and you accidentally start to erode your practice. So when we look at it, we can actually like once a quarter, could SWAT or maybe once a year we SWAT analysis. So our strengths, our weaknesses, our opportunities and our threats. And maybe on our weaknesses, like where have we gotten a little too comfortable in our practice? Where have we maybe let that standard of excellence drop and it's hurting our culture and it's creating this friction. Those would be a few things. And so when we look at this and we think back on where the invisible friction piece is happening,   How are our decisions and are we taking too long on making them? What is draining our team energy and how can we fix that? And then where have our standards slightly started to slip and we wanna catch those. So those would be some great questions to ask at a quarterly meeting. You can ask them at a team meeting. But looking at this to see like, this is going to be that invisible friction. And if we get those things moving and evolving, there could be other pieces, but I find these really hit hard in practices often. And so I think it's where...   like a car, we don't wait for it to be broken and screaming and we can't get to work. We fix it on when the service light turns on or we make sure we get our oil change on a regular basis or we get our tires rotated on a regular basis. We don't wait for the tire to explode or the car to run out of gas or oil. Instead, we do that proactively. And I think when you look at proactive practices and our advanced and elite practices,   They are constantly SWOT analyzing. are constantly looking down the line. We're constantly checking to see where are we slipping and we're keeping it simple. So we're not expanding, but we're keeping it very simple and we're cleaning out where is this friction happening? So we don't lose team members. We don't have a practice that was like once great and now has deteriorated. We're literally looking to like, how can we boost through this and have it? So I think like a lot of times it's not about like pushing harder for growth and that's how we're going to hit the next level.   A lot of times it's more about how can we make success easier to maintain and sustain. And when we look at it that way, we can avoid like get rid of this invisible friction. We can make sure the undertones of the practice are really lively. And I hope that, I hope you feel the vibe and the energy when you walk into your practice. Feel, it like everybody's a unit, everybody's together. Sometimes it's not, sometimes it's hard and every practice goes through this. So just want you to know, like it's not you, it's not paramount to you, but every single practice goes through hard times. Every single practice goes through   changes. I think when we look at these pieces, I just want you to remember it goes through that. I did talk to my team a little while and I said, I just want to take a moment to acknowledge something important. We're in a season of real growth. And I think acknowledging that and calling it out sometimes is very important. And I listed off a lot of pieces of like, hey, I know this might feel chaotic, but this is meaningful expansion and growth like this requires focus, flexibility, and teamwork.   Growth seasons can feel full and sometimes uncomfortable, not because something is wrong, but because we're stretching into the next level of who we're becoming. The direction we're heading is strong, intentional, and incredibly exciting. This phase is part of building something exceptional and magical, something that truly positively impacts the world in the greatest way possible. Thank you for adapting, staying flexible, supporting one another, and continuing to deliver incredible results for our client. I'm deeply confident where we're going, and I'm grateful to be building it with each of you.   And I bring that up because there was some invisible friction in our company. You could feel the energy was off. You could feel people were feeling like question marks. And I think as leaders, sometimes you might not even need to fix it. You just might need to give a clear direction of this is where we're going. This is the season we're in and things are in a good space. Other times it's because we do have decision lag. We do have draining energy. We do have standards that are slipping. So figure out what it is and then commit to, I'm gonna fix this before.   It breaks. I'm gonna pay attention to these warning signals like I do in my car and I'm gonna listen to them in my practice. And if you need help, maybe you aren't even aware that the warning signs are buzzing off and that's what we as consultants are able to do. We either help fix them as they're blowing off or catch them before they even become an issue. So reach out, let's take a look, let's listen to your practice because truly running a successful practice does not need to be hard. It does not need to be something where you're hoping and wishing that you're gonna have greatness. You actually know when it's more predictable. I believe that success   Should not be something where you're like is it gonna happen or not? Like your success is inevitable. Let's make it happen together So reach out Hello@TheDentalATeam.com or go to our website TheDentalATeam.com book a call I'd love to chat with you me too in person and as always commit to getting rid of that invisible friction commit to having the best practice It's gonna be great for you and your team and as always. Thanks for listening. I'll catch you next time on the Dental A Team podcast

Join me for look at the orthodontic -periodontal interface, the latest evidence looking at the effects of orthodontic tooth movement as well what periodontal surgery can offer in recession management. This podcast is a summary of Christos Kassaro and Anton Spurrier's excellent lecture, as part of the AngleNet Webinar Series. Timestamp0:44 – At 1-year recession risks of orthodontics 2:30 – At 15-year recession risks of orthodontics4:37 – Retainer relapse: "X" & "Twist" effects5:13 – Biomechanics: Using mixed bracket slots for torque6:17 – Perio surgery principles & donor sites7:54 – Flap designs: Full vs. split-thickness8:14 – Surgical techniques: MCAT vs. LCT9:27 – Timing: Surgery before vs. after ortho?10:33 – Surgical adjuncts: Hyaluronic acid   Orthodonticaetiology at 2 time points:1.    During active orthodonticmovement 2.    During retention phase  Kloukos2025 1year follow up study of adult orthodontic patients Vs  control ·     1 year post debond of non-extractiontreatment at 67% greater incidence of recession within the orthodontic group (IRR = 1.67,95% CI: 1.05, 2.67, P = 0.03). Five main findings:1.    Recessionlocation: canines and first premolars, 2.    Proclination:incisor proclination of 6.35o with no recession3.    Recessionin control group: increased but less than orthodonticgroup4.    Recessionquantity: Generally small at 1 mm 5.    Reductionin recession for some: Both groups showedsome patients had a reversal of their recession  Long term though what do we see?·     Gebistorf 2018 Swiss group·     At 15 years 77% of orthodonticpatients had 1-14 areas of recession, ·     Control group who had 62%.·     Greater recession on lingual aspectthan labial ·     2.73 x more recession with crossbitescorrected (95% CI, 0.28-5.17; P = 0.029)  ·     Crowding in controls: 3 mm =  3.29 x more recessions (95% CI, 0.73-5.68; P =0.012) Orthodontics onaverage does not compromise long term health or function, but may compromise aesthetics Fixed Braided Retainers  ‘X'effect (torque) or twist effect (proclination) unwanted movement from wire activation·     Not relapsed as new movement ·     Occurrence: 2.7% (n=221 patients) –Renkema 2011 Treatment‘X' effect 1-   Differentialslot side                                     i.     Affectedtooth - .18 slot with -17 degrees of torque                                   ii.     Remainingteeth.22 slot with 0 torque                                 iii.     Sideeffect of intrusion of incisor, due to slot differences  Periodontal Surgery concepts:Indication: inadequate gingiva =

The new benchmarking report shows orthodontic practice production is up, staff salaries remain steady and marketing dips slightly. But how do you turn data into action? A guest joins this episode to dive into the latest Orthodontic Practice Comparison Report and share insights on overhead trends and the importance of top-line growth.   LINKS Orthodontic Practice Comparison Report  Podcast Video cainwatters.com Submit a Question Facebook | YouTube | Instagram

Most dentists think growth comes from doing more… but what if it actually comes from doing less, better? In this episode, Dr. Len Tau sits down with Kelley Tyrrell to break down what she calls The Excellence Curve—a smarter, more scalable way to grow your orthodontic and aligner cases without burning out. Kelley shares how micro-education, intentional delegation, and engineered systems can transform not just your clinical outcomes, but your entire practice efficiency. If you've ever felt overwhelmed managing cases, second-guessing treatment plans, or stuck doing work your team could handle, this episode will shift your perspective. Because real growth is not about doing everything yourself—it is about building systems that deliver excellence consistently.     What You'll Learn Why micro-education tied to real patient cases accelerates learning How delegation can dramatically increase efficiency and profitability What "The Excellence Curve" really means for dental practices The role of systems and workflows in scaling orthodontic cases How to choose the right digital support instead of doing everything yourself Why retention programs are critical for long-term success and revenue How confidence and mentorship drive consistent practice growth The hidden cost of not delegating your aligner setups Key Takeaways 00:47 Introduction and guest background 03:35 Why dentists should listen to Kelley Tyrrell 04:45 Micro-education and case-based learning 06:10 The power of delegation in orthodontics 09:20 Scaling practices through digital workflows 13:13 What is The Excellence Curve 15:47 Patient accountability and retention importance 17:43 Systems and repeatable workflows for growth 20:25 Confidence, mentorship, and scaling success 23:47 Retention protocols and long-term patient care 29:34 Digital treatment planning and delegation model 34:26 Lightning round insights from Kelley 40:02 How to connect with Kelley Tyrrell   — Connect with Kelley Email: kelley.inspired1@gmail.com. LinkedIn: Kelley Tyrrell Instagram: @clearly.kelley -- Learn proven dental marketing strategies and online reputation management techniques at DrLenTau.com.   This podcast is sponsored by Dental Intelligence. Learn more here. This podcast is sponsored by CallRail, call tracking & lead conversion software for dentists. Find out more here. Raving Patients Podcast is your go-to place for the latest and best dental marketing strategies that will help you skyrocket your practice. Follow us for more!  

A pastor told her to try AA (alcoholics anonymous) when she asked for spiritual help after a miscarriage. That moment pushed her to look for something deeper – see what she found.A lot of people aren't leaving church because they “don't believe” anymore. They're leaving because they feel spiritually hungry, tired of being sold a vibe, and unsure where to take real grief, real sin, and real questions.Cloud of Witnesses talks with Lavender of Lavender & Lanterns (https://www.instagram.com/lavenderandlanterns/) about the hunger for humility and reverence that pushes many Christians from non-denominational life toward Orthodox Christianity. We compare performance-style worship with the Orthodox Divine Liturgy, then get practical about visiting a parish, speaking with a priest, and learning the faith through lived tradition.  • moving from early faith in pregnancy to searching for deeper roots • why emotional worship and corporate church culture can feel spiritually thin • leaving churches that center politics and branding over Christ • grief after miscarriage and the need for pastoral care that is truly spiritual • the value of trained Orthodox clergy and the simple step of calling a priest • humility as a practice through confession and Forgiveness Sunday at Lent • reverence in worship and the question of when church became a show • first-time guidance for visitors including Vespers, coffee hour, and what to wear • women finding Orthodoxy online and questions about head coverings  We sit down with Lavender to talk about her path from a non-denominational background to Orthodox Christianity, and why reverent worship in the Eastern Orthodox Church felt like water in the desert. We get honest about the modern church experience: emotional hype, stage culture, screens and slogans, even politics bleeding into the sanctuary. Jeremy shares why these trends can quietly push people toward a tradition that refuses to treat worship like a product and instead forms people through prayer, repentance, and the stability of the Divine Liturgy.  Lavender also shares a painful turning point after a miscarriage, when she tried to seek spiritual counsel and felt redirected toward something purely “programmatic” instead of Scripture-soaked guidance and healing. From there we talk about why Orthodox priests are trained for long-term pastoral care, why “talk to a priest” is not a slogan but a lifeline, and how practices like confession and Forgiveness Sunday cultivate humility in a way that's hard to fake. We also cover practical “come and see” advice for first-time visitors, plus common questions women ask about modest dress and head coverings.Why do so many people feel modern church is more performance than worship? We talk incense, reverence, humility, and the simple advice that changes everything: talk to a priest.  Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdh Please prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnesses Find Cloud of Witnesses on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Please leave a comment with your thoughts!

"AI will make staff more efficient, not replace them." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill sits down with returning guestJake Gulick, the CEO of Greyfinch, to explore the transformative role of AI and automation in orthodontic practice management. They discuss how these technologies are not only reshaping the operational landscape, but also enhancing patient care and business efficiency. Jake shares his expertise on integrating advanced digital tools into everyday practice, offering practical advice on optimizing payment systems and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. The conversation also touches on the importance of branding and technology choices in maintaining a competitive edge, as well as strategies for new practices to build a strong foundation. Connect With Our Guest Greyfinch - https://greyfinch.com/ Takeaways AI is streamlining practice management and patient interactionData security with AI is essentialGreyfinch is on the forefront of new AI featuresEffective payment strategies and compliance can impact a practice's financial healthNew practices should focus on building strong foundationsAutomation and outsourcing for efficiencyCloud vs. server-based solutions vary depending on the practiceBalancing work and personal productivityEmbracing change and continuous learningChapters 00:00 Introduction03:05 AI in Ortho Today05:57 AI Native in Greyfinch09:36 Payments and Surcharging12:27 Surcharge Rules by State14:34 Reducing Fees Without Losing Patients21:49 Startup Practice Mindset24:37 Spend Smart and Build Your Brand26:53 Learn Beyond Your Industry28:29 Find the Right Whos30:51 Workflow Automation Reality34:56 Personal Time Optimization38:35 Cloud Versus Server Software43:33 Greyfinch Contact Info Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

Send a textIn this PT Snacks episode, host Kasey introduces urinary incontinence for physical therapists and students, emphasizing its prevalence, quality-of-life impact, and the importance of reducing taboo. The episode defines urinary incontinence as involuntary urine leakage, reviews key anatomy and neural control, and explains five types: stress, urge, mixed, overflow, and functional incontinence. Kasey highlights distinguishing features, common associations, and prevalence examples. The discussion outlines basic next steps and general management concepts like stress tolerance training and bladder training.00:00 Welcome to PT Snacks00:13 Why Incontinence Matters01:40 Defining Urinary Incontinence02:19 Key Anatomy Overview04:00 Five Types Explained04:14 Stress Incontinence Signs05:34 Urge Incontinence Basics06:49 Mixed Overflow Functional08:30 What To Do Next09:18 Assessment Bladder Diary10:32 History And Risk Factors11:20 Treatment Overview11:59 Stress Vs Urgency Strategies13:16 Key Takeaways And SupportNeed CEUs?Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You'll get thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses. Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout to save over $100. Student? Use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENTSupport the showNeed CEUs? Unlock unlimited online courses, live webinars, and certification-prep programs with MedBridge. You'll get: Thousands of accredited, evidence-based courses across multiple specialties (PT, OT, AT, SLP) that count for state-license CEUs. Access anytime, from your office, phone, or home—perfect for busy clinicians. One annual subscription, no per-course fee. Special offers: Use code PTSNACKSPODCAST at checkout and save over $100. Students use code PTSNACKSPODCASTSTUDENT for a discounted annual plan. Studying for the NPTE? Check out PT Final Exam — they've helped thousands of students pass with confidence. Use code PTSnacks at checkout for a discount. Stay Connected! Follow so you never miss an episode. Send your questions via email to ptsnackspodcast@gmail.com Join the email list ...

"Track it from day one." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this episode of Hey Docs!, Jill Allen and Megan Wyrick discuss the evolution of insurance consulting in orthodontics, emphasizing the importance of understanding insurance networks, common misconceptions in billing practices, and the necessity of verification. They explore the consequences of poor billing practices on cash flow and patient trust, the role of technology in managing insurance claims, and the importance of team accountability in financial management. The discussion also highlights how insurance can impact treatment plans and offers practical advice for practitioners. Connect With Our Guest The Wyrick Outlook - https://thewyrickoutlook.com/ Takeaways Megan and her sister Brittany started in orthodontics at a young age.They created an insurance course to help practices navigate insurance billing.The business has expanded to offer multiple courses for various office roles.Practices should be selective about which insurance networks to join.Lifetime maximums can be misunderstood; verification is crucial.Timely filing limits are tightening, impacting cash flow.Insurance companies often request additional information, which has its own deadlines.Technology can aid in claims submission, but traditional methods may still be necessary.Team accountability in insurance management is essential for practice health.Younger doctors are more hands-on with financial management than previous generations.Chapters 00:00 Introduction03:35 When to Outsource Insurance Billing06:18 Pros and Cons of Being In-Network11:07 Lifetime Maximums 101 + The Two-Step Verification Rule13:29 Avoiding Costly Benefit Quote Errors16:51 Timely Filing, Cash Flow, and Patient Trust23:37 Responding Fast to Info Requests & Denials24:31 Digital Portals vs Snail Mail26:43 Protecting Doctor Authority28:42 In-Network vs Out-of-Network Example31:14 Team Accountability in Billing34:40 Know Your Numbers38:12 Contact Info Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

"I think we're reaching a breaking point where people are starting to reflect and say, 'Man, I don't know if the juice is worth the squeeze anymore.'" — Dr. Paul Etchison Recorded live at Voices of Dentistry 2026 in sunny Gilbert, Arizona, Alan sits down with a VOD favorite, Dr. Paul Etchison of the Dental Practice Heroes podcast. They dive deep into the staggering reality of modern dental school debt, the "juice vs. the squeeze" of ownership, and why dentists should probably stay away from the restaurant business. The Debt Wall The financial landscape for new dentists has shifted dramatically. Alan and Paul compare the "then vs. now" of education costs: The 1997 Reality: Alan graduated with roughly $85,000 in debt. The 2009 Reality: Paul finished with around $235,000. The 2026 Reality: In-state tuition at schools like the University of Michigan can exceed $400,000 before living expenses, often resulting in $4,000–$5,000 monthly loan payments right out of the gate. Ownership: The Only Way Out? While ownership comes with "headaches," Paul argues it remains the most viable path to outrun massive debt. The Associate Cap: Even high-producing associates (doing $2M/year) are limited by their percentage. An owner doing the same production sees a significantly higher return. Value Creation: To be a top-tier associate or a successful owner, you must move beyond "bread and butter" dentistry and master communication and case presentation. Building Skills and Getting "Reps" Deep Dive vs. Scattershot: Instead of taking random weekend courses, find a specialty you enjoy (Endo, Ortho, etc.) and commit to it. The Endo Struggle: Paul and Alan discuss the importance of "reps" and why waiting for the "perfect" case often prevents you from ever getting good at the procedure. The Microscope Factor: Using a scope can find the MB2, but it doesn't necessarily make you faster without the volume of experience. The "Curated" Business Model If dentistry vanished tomorrow, what would these guys do? The Sausage and Bread Theory: Alan highlights small businesses in Northern Michigan that succeed through curation rather than volume. The Bourdain Warning: A nod to Anthony Bourdain's Kitchen Confidential, which famously warns dentists against buying restaurants just because they "throw a good party." Some links from the show: Paul's 3-Day Freedom Practice Workshop The Dental Practice Heroes Podcast Kitchen Confidential by Anthony Bourdain

In this episode of The Orthopreneurs Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Ben Samuelson—an orthodontist and co-founder of PDOA (Pediatric Dental & Orthodontic Associates)—who's quietly built a multi-practice model across Alabama that's giving OSOs a serious run for their money. We get real about the challenges of growth, retaining top-tier team members, and how building your own collaborative group of practices can unlock career advancement, culture control, and long-term freedom—without sacrificing your autonomy.Ben shares how he and his pediatric dentistry partners co-branded multiple practices under one umbrella, developed scalable systems using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System), and turned what used to be cookie-basket-level marketing into a patient magnet powered by smart, integrated operations. Whether you're feeling stuck at $1.5M/year or wondering how to grow while keeping your sanity, this episode is packed with honest insights and proven strategies you can actually use.Quotes“When I was by myself in my little practice... your ceiling's pretty low. Now I can give my team real growth paths and comp packages that actually reward performance.” — Dr. Ben Samuelson“You can treat more people, better, with fewer mistakes, if you build systems around your vision. That's what EOS gave us.” — Dr. Ben SamuelsonKey TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Ben's Origin Story (01:02)The Truth About Scaling (03:01)Recruiting High-Quality Team Members (04:30)Tools That Helped Build the Foundation (06:10)The Biggest Challenge: People (10:29)Covering Clinical Blind Spots (14:39).Marketing Without Cookie Baskets (16:27)Prophy-Prophy Reality Check (19:19)Secret to More Adult Starts (20:56)Additional ResourcesBen Samuelson proves that building a collaborative, multi-practice model doesn't require giving up autonomy, selling to a DSO, or losing your identity. If you've hit a wall in your private practice—or you're just ready for more—this episode is your blueprint. Whether you're curious about EOS, co-branded models, or finding your first great partner, you'll leave this conversation with clarity and confidence.Need to get in contact with Ben?Samuelsonorthodontics@gmail.com https://www.samuelsonorthodontics.com - For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/

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Chuck and Miles are back this week for the final episode in the series with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

Meet Dr. Seth Lucas, a successful orthodontist who—after seven years of practice—hit the same wall so many of us do: “Is this all there is?” Rather than open a second practice or partner with pedo, Seth took a wildly different path: he bought into a cookie franchise. Not just any cookie—Crumbl. And now? He co-owns 9 locations in multiple states and has built a second business that brings in serious revenue without burning him out.In this episode, Seth shares how he launched his first Crumbl store across the country, convinced a friend to move to Wisconsin (yes, really), and built a thriving enterprise—while still loving ortho. We dig into why the seven-year itch is so common among orthodontists, what makes Crumbl such a powerful brand, and how you can start thinking differently about your next chapter—whether it's inside or outside the clinic.Quotes“I love ortho—just not five days a week. There's a sweet spot, and I had to find it.”— Dr. Seth Lucas“That first cookie store took more energy than all the rest combined. But once the flywheel started turning—it didn't stop.”— Dr. Seth LucasKey TakeawaysIntro (00:00)Growing up working farms and pizza shops (01:45)From de novo ortho startup to the 7-year itch (04:06)Why OSOs appeal to docs hitting a “what's next?” moment (05:30)Loving ortho… but only a few days a week (07:26)Culture is fragile: how Seth manages his 10-person team solo (09:28)The Crumbl cookie obsession begins (14:00)Convincing his friend to move across the country to open store #1 (17:20)From 1 store to 9: building, acquiring, scaling (18:27)Franchise advice: the reality vs. fantasy (19:19)Why Crumbl works—and how it compares to starting an ortho practice (21:13)Can one store be profitable? (22:05)High-volume vs. low-volume Crumbls (23:15)Startup capital: what it took (25:44)Final advice for docs thinking about a second business (28:00)Additional ResourcesI've seen so many orthodontists hit that “Is this it?” moment 7–10 years into practice. The truth is, you can love ortho—and still want something more. Seth's story is proof that your next act doesn't have to be more clinics, more chairs, or more chaos.

Chuck and Miles are back this week for part three with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

Chuck and Miles are back this week for part two with Dr. John deVries, MD, who spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. They discuss with him some more highlights from his talk.

How do you go from managing a gym to managing trauma cases in the Operating Room?In this episode, we sit down with Roo Cotter, a former personal trainer who made the incredible leap into the high-stakes world of medical device sales. Roo shares her journey of getting recruited by a gym member to work for Stryker Trauma, navigating the chaos of 14-hour days in the O.R., and her recent pivot into the innovative field of cancer diagnostics with Exact Sciences.If you are an athlete, a trainer, or someone looking to break into medical sales but don't know where to start, this conversation is for you. Roo breaks down how she used grit, networking, and the Medical Sales U program to land her dream job in under two months.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:- The unlikely path: How working hard at a gym led to a "lucky" break in MedTech.- The reality of Trauma: What it's really like to be on call 24/7 (and why it teaches you resilience).- Ortho vs. Diagnostics: Why Roo transitioned from the "meathead" world of orthopedics to early cancer detection.- Networking Hacks: How to get internal referrals and skip the "ghosting" phase of job applications.- Mental Toughness: Balancing a high-pressure career with the "1000 Hours Outside" challenge.CHAPTERS:0:00 - Intro: From Personal Trainer to the O.R. 1:55 - Why a Finance Major chose Fitness2:45 - Building relationships with doctors at the gym5:40 - Getting scouted: The Story of landing the Stryker job8:37 - The harsh reality of Trauma Sales (and 14-hour days)13:25 - Transitioning to Neuromodulation (Nalu Medical)16:00 - The Pivot to Diagnostics: Joining Exact Sciences19:15 - How Medical Sales U helped speed up the process24:00 - Avoiding Burnout: The "1000 Hours Outside" ChallengeREADY TO BREAK INTO MEDICAL SALES? If you want to fast-track your career like Roo did, check out our program. We help professionals transition into top-tier medical sales roles: medicalsalesu.com/About the Guest: Roo Cotter is a Medical Sales Professional with experience in Trauma, Neuromodulation, and Diagnostics. A Miami University graduate, she combines her background in finance and fitness to bring a unique, disciplined approach to the O.R.#MedicalSales #Stryker #CareerPivot #PersonalTrainer #MedicalDeviceSales #ExactSciences #SalesCoaching #CareerAdvice #OrthoDisclaimer: The views expressed in this video are those of the participants and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any other agency, organization, employer, or company.

"You can't change a design flaw easily." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/A-Dec - https://www.a-dec.com/orthodonticsSmileSuite - https://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this conversation, Jill sits down with Felipe Lopez from JoeArchitect to discuss the intricacies of designing dental and orthodontic practices, emphasizing the importance of functional design, the differences between architects and designers, and the value of full-service architecture. They explore the role of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) in the design process, the necessity of detailed drawings, and the concept of value engineering to manage costs. The discussion also provides insights for doctors on how to choose the right design services and the importance of investing in a well-thought-out design for long-term success. Connect With Our Guest JoeArchitect - https://joearchitect.com/ Takeaways Designing an orthodontic office requires a focus on functionality first.The difference between architects and designers is significant in service levels.Full-service architecture provides comprehensive support throughout the process.MEP engineering is crucial for a successful design and construction.Detailed drawings are essential to avoid costly surprises during construction.Value engineering can help reduce costs without compromising design integrity.Doctors should be proactive in understanding their design services.Investing in quality design is critical for long-term practice success.Communication between all parties is key to a smooth construction process.Reaching out early in the design process can save time and money.Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Felipe and JoeArchitect04:02 The Importance of Functional Design08:14 Understanding Full Services vs. Limited Packages14:07 The Role of MEP in Architectural Projects23:51 The Importance of Detailed Drawings29:16 Challenges in Construction Detailing30:33 Visualizing Complete Drawings33:56 Bidding and Value Engineering41:18 Advice for Doctors on Design Services48:38 Contact Information and Final Thoughts Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett LuceroAre you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.    If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!   

John deVries, MD, spoke at our annual conference on Orthopaedic Oncology. Chuck and Miles discuss with him some highlights from his talk.

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I don't make bold promises lightly. But after decades in orthodontics and thousands of conversations with docs like you, I know what we truly crave: real connection, no fluff, no sales pitches—just practical, honest, transformational growth. That's exactly what the OrthoVanguard meeting is designed to deliver. No lectures. No vendors. Just you, 99 other doctors, and conversations that will change how you practice, lead, and live.In this special episode, I walk you through why OrthoVanguard is the most powerful event I've ever put together. Whether you're a new grad or 40 years in, this is the meeting I wish I had earlier in my career. You'll sit at curated roundtables with doctors just like you—solving real problems, sharing tech hacks, dissecting KPIs, and walking away with an AI-generated personalized 90-day plan. Oh, and yes: it's all moderated by me and the brilliant Victor Antonio. This isn't hype. It's the future of orthodontic meetings.QUOTES“If it's not the most impactful meeting you've ever attended, I'll give you every penny back. That's my free limo guarantee—and nobody's taken me up on it yet.” — Dr. Glenn Krieger“You'll walk away with a 90-day plan, personalized by AI, based on everything you discussed—so you're not just inspired... you're activated.” — Dr. Glenn KriegerKey TakeawaysIntro & The Free Limo Guarantee (00:00)Why OrthoVanguard replaces Summit—and raises the bar (00:35)How this meeting is unlike anything you've attended (01:20)Curated, strategic roundtables—not lectures (02:22)How you'll be grouped and what we'll discuss (03:00)Treatment planning, hot seat coaching & tech hackathons (03:40)The power of real-time idea sharing and AI-driven takeaways (04:30)Marketing, KPI Rescue, dream teams, and more (05:10)The real value: connection, clarity, and next-level growth (06:00)Additional Resources

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Reflections on 20 years in Orthodontics | Orthodontics In Interview | BJÖRN LUDWIG“We focused so much ontechnology that maybe we neglected diagnostics.” “Anecdotal is inspiring,but we need evidence for the average orthodontist.” “If we don't protectacademic journals, orthodontics becomes vulnerable,  legally and professionally.” “Orthodontics grows whenwe are open, critical, and enquiring.”   In this special episode, I'm joined by BjörnLudwig for a reflective conversation recorded during the few weeks of hispublic speaking career, as he brings his landmark Ortho 50 series to aclose. We look back on two decades of clinical practice, academic leadership,and contribution to the orthodontic community, and ask whether modernorthodontics has truly improved on the outcomes of the 1990s. We discuss evidence versus clinicalexperience, the impact of technology on diagnosis and treatment planning, thepressures facing academic publishing, and the evolving role of key opinionleaders. Björn also speaks candidly about family, health, Oscar and legacy, andhis decision to step back from speaking in orthodontics, offering thoughtfulinsight into what really matters in an orthodontic career.  02:41 – Why is today's orthodontics nobetter than the outcomes in the 1990s?04:54 – How do we improve outcomes intoday's clinical practice?06:36 – Evidence vs experience: shouldwe trust trials or clinical experience?09:13 – When research proves us wrong, howshould orthodontists respond?11:19 – The role of your parents inshaping your orthodontic career14:06 – As Editor-in-Chief of Kieferorthopädie,what changes have you seen over the last decade?17:59 – Do Key Opinion Leaders help orharm orthodontics?21:37 – Quick fire: proudest research, 3best clinical tools, and 3 biggest clinical regrets27:52 – What advice would you give tothe next generation of orthodontists?29:51 – Health, Ortho 50, and knowingwhen to step back Click on the link below to view previous episodes, to refresh topics,pick up tricks and stay up to date.  Please like and subscribe if you find it useful! #OrthodonticsInSummary#BjörnLudwig#Orthodontics#ortho50#TADs#OrthodonticEvidence#OrthodonticsInInterview#FarooqAhmed#OrthodonticBiomechanics#OrthodonticResearch #DentalEducation Farooq Ahmed 

If you've ever felt that little itch in the back of your brain—the one that whispers, "I love being an orthodontist... but I can't imagine doing this full-time for another 30 years"—you're not alone. In fact, you're part of a generational shift. In this episode of 5 Minute Friday, I unpack why Orthodontic Support Organizations (OSOs) and DSOs are growing rapidly—and why that's not a bad thing.This isn't about promoting any particular group. It's about being honest with ourselves and understanding that how we want to work is changing. I've spoken to hundreds of orthodontists who feel exactly the way you do: deeply passionate about the profession but uninterested in grinding until age 80. Let's explore the real reason OSO/DSO interest is surging—and how generational mindset, lifestyle goals, and future planning are all connected.QUOTES"The first thought you had when I said 50 years as an orthodontist was probably dread. And that's okay. That instinct? It's normal." — Dr. Glenn Krieger"If you're between 37 and 42, you're not thinking of retiring next year—but you are thinking about what comes next. That's smart planning, not early exit." — Dr. Glenn KriegerKey TakeawaysIntro & Why This Conversation Matters (00:00)What's fueling the rise of OSOs and DSOs (00:36)The generational mindset shift: Millennials don't want the 50-year grind (01:52)Understanding the evolution of social capital and work-life values (03:40)What orthodontists are really telling me in their 30s and 40s (06:20)Why now is a great time to evaluate your future options (07:00)Additional ResourcesIf anything I shared today struck a chord, don't keep it to yourself.

Build a 4x12 key ortho linear mechanical keyboard powered by the Adafruit KB2040 running CircuitPython. You'll 3D print the enclosure to house the NeoKey ortho snap-apart PCBs and the Adafruit KB2040. Links below. Keyboard Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/4x12-ortho-mechanical-keyboard NeoKey Ortho Linear Snap-Part PCBs: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5157 Adafruit KB2040: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5302 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/ -----------------------------------------

Build a 4x12 key ortho linear mechanical keyboard powered by the Adafruit KB2040 running CircuitPython. You'll 3D print the enclosure to house the NeoKey ortho snap-apart PCBs and the Adafruit KB2040. Links below. Keyboard Learn Guide: https://learn.adafruit.com/4x12-ortho-mechanical-keyboard NeoKey Ortho Linear Snap-Part PCBs: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5157 Adafruit KB2040: https://www.adafruit.com/product/5302 Visit the Adafruit shop online - http://www.adafruit.com ----------------------------------------- LIVE CHAT IS HERE! http://adafru.it/discord Subscribe to Adafruit on YouTube: http://adafru.it/subscribe New tutorials on the Adafruit Learning System: http://learn.adafruit.com/ -----------------------------------------

Want to know why some orthopaedic practices deliver faster care at lower cost with happier patients? Doug Lundy, MD, MBA, FAOA sits down with Dr. Gerry Williams to map the strategy behind ancillary ownership—and why control, not just margin, is the quiet superpower of modern MSK care.  The heart of the episode is surgical workflow. When surgeons lead ASCs, standardization and team expertise turn operating rooms into high-performance lines: quicker turnovers, fewer complications, and lower total cost of care. Dr. Williams explains he is bullish on private practice with scale: integrated MSK groups that know their costs, invest wisely, and keep access open by diversifying revenue.  If you care about the future of orthopaedic care—patient access, training integrity, ASC growth, and how to run a resilient practice—this conversation is a playbook. Subscribe, share with your team, and leave a review with the one change you'd make to your care model after hearing this. 

Join Elvis and Barb at all these amazing shows coming up in 2026 * Vision 21 in Las Vegas Jan 15-17 https://www.nadl.org/nadl-vision-21 * Cal-Lab Association Meeting in Chicago Feb 19-20 https://cal-lab.org/ * LMT Lab Day Chicago Feb 19-21 https://lmtmag.com/lmtlabday * Dental Lab Association of Texas Meeting in Dallas Apr 9-11 https://members.dlat.org/ * exocad Insights in Mallorca, Spain Apr 30 - May 1 https://exocad.com/insights-2026 This week, Barb and Elvis finally sit down for a long-overdue full episode with the man behind the Fans of Voices From the Bench Facebook group, second-generation lab owner, NADL (https://www.nadl.org/) President, and all-around industry cheerleader: Joe Young of Young Dental Laboratory (https://youngdentallab.com/). Joe shares his family's incredible journey from Hong Kong to Philadelphia, how his parents built a small ortho lab out of a spare room, and how he grew up trimming models on a step stool before eventually returning to the lab after college. He walks us through the evolution of the business—from analog ortho, to adding fixed, to diving head-first into early CAD/CAM. Today, Young Dental is a 26-tech, multi-department full-service lab serving PA, NJ, and DE. Joe talks about the challenges of ortho work in a digital world, the need for wire-bending talent, the rise of aligners, and the struggle of balancing old-school techniques with new-school tech. He also reflects on family legacy, his dad's 45 years as a CDT, and why keeping that generation's knowledge alive matters more than ever. As NADL President, Joe dives into board service, workforce development, collaboration across organizations, and his goal of connecting labs and vendors more effectively. Plus, he gives an honest look at what it's like to step into leadership, find your voice, and leave a legacy for the next wave of techs. Of course, it wouldn't be a VFTB episode without gifts, jokes, accidental innuendo, and a rapid-fire Q&A that reveals Barb's love of tomahawks and Elvis's dream of 88-degree weather. Happy Holidays from Ivoclar! As the year comes to a close, all of us at Ivoclar want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the incredible Voices From the Bench community. Thank you for your partnership, your trust, and the support you've shown throughout the year. From our Ivoclar family to yours, we wish you a joyful, healthy, and safe holiday season. May your days be merry, your nights be bright, and your smiles shine like freshly fallen snow. Ho, ho, ho — Happy Holidays from Ivoclar! Elvis and Barb are gearing up for their chat with the HyperDent Dude himself, Jordan Greenberg from FOLLOW-ME! Technology (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/). At LabFest, Elvis found out that every hyperDENT (https://www.follow-me-tech.com/hyperdent/) license comes with Template Editor Lite — a built-in feature that lets you make safe, customized tweaks to your milling strategies. Whether you want to prioritize surface quality or speed, this tool gives you the control to fine-tune your results while FOLLOW-ME! keeps everything validated and reliable. Because in the end, us lab techs love to tinker — and hyperDENT makes it easy to choose your own CAM-venture. Special Guest: Joe Young.

Do you have a “hopeless” retained root you're ready to extract? Think implants, dentures, or bridges are the only way forward? What if there's a way to save that tooth — predictably and biologically? In this episode, Dr. Vala Seif shares his experience with the Surgical Extrusion Technique — a game-changing approach that lets you reposition the root coronally to regain ferrule and restore teeth once thought impossible to save. Jaz and Dr. Seif dive into case selection, atraumatic technique, stabilization, and timing, all guided by Dr. Seif's own SAFE/SEIF Protocol, developed from over 200 successful cases. https://youtu.be/2TyodqgAP9w Watch PDP249 on YouTube Protrusive Dental Pearl: When checking a ferrule, consider height, thickness, and location of functional load. Upper teeth: prioritize palatal ferrule. Lower teeth: prioritize buccal. Tip: do a partial surgical extrusion, rotate the tooth 180°, then stabilize. Key Takeaways Surgical extrusion is a technique-sensitive procedure that requires careful planning. Case selection is crucial for the success of surgical extrusion. A crown-root ratio of 1:1 is ideal for surgical extrusion. Patients are often more cooperative when they see surgical extrusion as their last chance to save a tooth. Surgical extrusion can be more efficient than orthodontic extrusion in certain cases. The importance of ferrule in dental restorations cannot be overstated. Proper case selection is crucial for successful outcomes. Atraumatic techniques are essential for preserving tooth structure. The 'Safe Protocol' offers a structured approach to surgical extrusion. Patient communication is key to managing expectations. Flowable composite is preferred for tooth fixation post-extraction. Understanding root morphology is important for successful extractions. Highlights of this episode: 00:00 Surgical Extrusion Podcast Teaser 01:07 Introduction 02:38 Protrusive Dental Pearl 05:53 Interview with Dr. Vala Seif 08:57 Definition and Philosophy of Surgical Extrusion 15:30 Indications, Case Selection, and Root Morphology 21:37 Comparing Surgical and Orthodontic Extrusion 25:54 Crown Lengthening Drawbacks 28:39 Occlusal Considerations 33:53 Midroll 37:16 Definition and Importance of the Ferrule 43:07 Clinical Protocols and Fixation Methods 01:00:01 Post-Extrusion Care and Final Restoration 01:05:04 Learning More and Final Thoughts 01:09:29 Outro Further Learning: Instagram: @extrusionmaster — case examples, papers, and protocol updates. Online and in-person courses in development (Europe + global access). Loved this episode? Don't miss “How to Save ‘Hopeless' Teeth with the Surgical Extrusion Technique” – PDP061 #PDPMainEpisodes #OralSurgeryandOralMedicine #OrthoRestorative This episode is eligible for 1 CE credit via the quiz on Protrusive Guidance.  This episode meets GDC Outcomes C. AGD Subject Code: 310 ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY Aim: To understand the biological and clinical principles of surgical extrusion as a conservative alternative to orthodontic extrusion or crown lengthening for managing structurally compromised teeth. Dentists will be able to - Identify suitable clinical cases for surgical extrusion, including correct root morphology and crown–root ratios. Describe the step-by-step SAFE Protocol for atraumatic surgical extrusion, fixation, and timing of endodontic treatment. Evaluate the advantages, limitations, and biomechanical considerations of surgical extrusion compared with orthodontic extrusion and crown lengthening.

AI has officially scrubbed in — and it's already working behind the scenes in medicine in ways most of us don't even realize. In this episode of The Breakdown, host Lauren sits down with Dr. Michael Rivlin, a leading hand and wrist surgeon and AI innovator, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming orthopedics — from patient care to research and beyond. Along the way, meet their AI sidekicks — “Chatty” and “Monday” — and find out whether being nice to your AI actually makes it perform better. One thing's for sure: we're only scratching the surface of what's coming, and things are moving fast.

In this Five Minute Friday, I challenge orthodontists to rethink their mindset around fees, value, and confidence. Are you charging based on time, or on the value you deliver? Do you feel hesitant to raise fees because you fear what patients might say—or worse, because your treatment coordinator feels uncomfortable presenting them?I share two legendary pricing stories—one involving Picasso, the other Henry Ford—and what they teach us about expertise, perception, and worth. I also tell the story of how a respected peer pushed me to rethink what I charge for surgical ortho cases—and why you should, too. If you want to be seen as the clinical expert you are, it starts with owning the value you bring to the table and making sure your team believes in it too.QUOTES“You're not doing braces in 18 months—you're doing it in the 11 years of training and the decade or two of experience that followed.”– Dr. Glenn Krieger“If your TC sees $6,000 as more money than they've ever had in the bank, that fee will feel uncomfortable—and your case acceptance will suffer.”– Dr. Glenn KriegerKey TakeawaysIntro: Time-based vs. value-based fees (00:00)Why orthodontists struggle with charging what they're worth (01:10)The Picasso and Henry Ford pricing stories (02:00)Understanding the return on your educational investment (03:25)Why surgical cases deserve a five-figure fee (04:20)How your TC's money mindset affects case acceptance (05:35)Action step: Align confidence between doctor and TC (06:40)Additional ResourcesI've seen firsthand how undercharging can undermine your brand, your confidence, and your case acceptance.If you're ready to present your fees with clarity, alignment, and conviction—start by having an honest conversation with your TC. And if you're ready to scale your mindset and practice with less stress and more impact, stay tuned for the 2026 Ortho Vanguard. Want in? DM me for details.Register for Ortho Vanguard: https://www.opvanguard.com - For more information, visit: https://orthopreneurs.com/- Join our FREE Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/

Martin is a renowned authority in Breath Science, bringing together an impressive blend of expertise as a Respiratory and Sleep Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, and Behavioural Science Practitioner. With over 15 years of experience in research, clinical work, and training, Martin is not only a consultant, scientist and educator but also a passionate advocate for healthy, connected living. Martin is the founder of Performance Through Health and The School of Breath Science. Who is committed to his vision of creating a world where people can achieve optimal health and happiness his unique blend of academic rigor, clinical expertise, and personal passion positions him at the forefront of the Breath Science field, making him a trusted figure in helping others achieve their best health and raising the standard of scientific understanding in the breath and wellbeing space. SHOWNOTES:

This week's Practical Horseman Podcast episode, sponsored by Dechra, is with leading high-performance coach and nervous-system expert Natalie Hummel. She coaches top professional athletes in all sports, but her experience as a former upper-level eventer enables her to especially relate to riders.Natalie started riding at 10 and after moving up the ranks she eventually achieved three-star status and started working for Michael Pollard. But after back-to-back tragedies involving the unexpected death of several horses, her heart was too broken to continue in the sport and the energy and passion she'd felt for riding started to shift toward pursuing higher education.After getting her PhD in clinical psychology, she went on to develop Natalie Hummel Coaching—her personal performance coaching program that aims to help equestrians break through mental and emotional blocks. Drawing from neuroscience and somatic integration, Natalie helps elite athletes rewire their physiological response to stress so they can access clarity, consistency and flow when it matters most.She's worked with a number of top eventers—including Boyd Martin and Hannah Sue Hollberg—and countless other riders who came to her stuck in negative repeating patterns that often surface at the worst moments—the centerline, in-gate or in the quiet corners of everyday life. Through her coaching methods, Natalie focuses on helping riders reset their baseline, release subconscious performance blocks, and compete with more ease, power and purpose.In today's podcast, Natalie talks about her journey from being an upper-level eventer to becoming a coach and discusses the unique mental and emotional challenges faced by riders. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the nervous system, dealing with fear and separating one's identity from performance.The conversation also touches on the misconceptions surrounding talent and support in equestrian sport, the significance of learning from failures and the emotional aspects of recovering from injuries. Additionally, Natalie highlights her upcoming projects, including a masterclass with Boyd Martin and a new program focused on self-mastery and performance mastery.About This Episode's Sponsor, DechraDechra is a global specialist in veterinary pharmaceuticals and related products. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, sales and marketing of high-quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide. We are driven by our purpose of sustainable improvement of local animal health and welfare.Dechra's equine portfolio is diverse and focuses on mobility, joint health, reproduction, anesthesia/analgesia, dermatology, ophthalmology and fluid therapy.Our key brands include Zycosan, (pentosan polysulfate sodium injection), Osphos (clodronate injection), ProVet APC (Autologous Platelet Concentrate) system, Ortho-kine vetirap, Equidone Gel (domperidone) and Vetivex Fluids.Dechra's rapid growth is fueled by these key products and others in the portfolio, as well as recent highly successful acquisitions. We continue to grow because we understand the challenges veterinarians face and we give them what they need. Dechra provides continual training and support to help veterinarians help animals. For more information, please visit www.dechra-us.com or call (866) 933-2472.

In this episode, Matt Brown and Dr. Andrew Vallo dive into the innovative blend of orthodontics and creative marketing, focusing on how Pokémon-themed strategies can engage younger patients. They discuss the introduction of mixed dentition clear aligners and the importance of offering in-house services to enhance patient experience. The conversation also covers the balance between creative outreach and the practical considerations of expanding dental services. The episode wraps with a teaser for future updates on the rollout of these new offerings.

Injection Molding PDF Join Elevated GP: www.theelevatedgp.com Follow @dental_digest_podcast Instagram Follow @dr.melissa_seibert on Instagram In this episode of Dental Digest, host Dr. Melissa Seibert sits down with Dr. Marcella Alvarez, prosthodontist and educator, to explore one of the most transformative ideas in modern interdisciplinary dentistry—pre-orthodontic bonding. Dr. Alvarez explains how this restorative-driven approach flips the traditional sequence by establishing anatomy and function before orthodontic treatment. The result: improved collaboration, reduced guesswork, and highly predictable outcomes for patients with severe wear and collapsed bites. Together, they discuss practical workflows—analog and digital—diagnostic frameworks from Robbins and Rouse's Global Diagnosis, and the critical role of airway-conscious planning in long-term success. Whether you're a GP, prosthodontist, or orthodontist, this conversation reframes how you think about sequencing, diagnosis, and comprehensive, minimally invasive care.