On Episode 60, we welcome Melissa Drab, fourth-year dental student at Marquette University, to The Dental Realist Podcast. We discuss a variety of dental school topics including:  -High and lows of dental school -A day in the life of a dental student -How Covid-19 has changed dental school -Student loan debt -What is most exciting about life after dental school We also try to get Dr. Neff into a MUSoD musical. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On Episode 60, we welcome Melissa Drab, fourth-year dental student at Marquette University, to The Dental Realist Podcast. We discuss a variety of dental school topics including:  -High and lows of dental school -A day in the life of a dental student -How Covid-19 has changed dental school -Student loan debt -What is most exciting about life after dental school We also try to get Dr. Neff into a MUSoD musical. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 60 - Dental School Insight w/ Melissa Drab

Throughout our careers all dentists will see failing dentistry and even have our own work fail eventually. But what if it was treatment that was performed recently by us or another dentist? How should those situations be communicated to patients and even to a patient's  previous dentist, if necessary? And what if you suspect there has been a case of over-diagnosis or over-treatment? We discuss all of this and much more on Episode 59.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Throughout our careers all dentists will see failing dentistry and even have our own work fail eventually. But what if it was treatment that was performed recently by us or another dentist? How should those situations be communicated to patients and even to a patient's  previous dentist, if necessary? And what if you suspect there has been a case of over-diagnosis or over-treatment? We discuss all of this and much more on Episode 59.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 59 - Ethical Obligations

As an associate, how do you know when you are in a good situation or when it is time to make a change? On Episode 58, we respond to a listener email regarding their associateship and if a buy-in opportunity is a good idea.  -How important is work schedule?  -Will stresses be increased or reduced with ownership?  -What if associate and owner practice philosophies conflict?  We also discuss a dental office taboo topic at the end of the episode.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

As an associate, how do you know when you are in a good situation or when it is time to make a change? On Episode 58, we respond to a listener email regarding their associateship and if a buy-in opportunity is a good idea.  -How important is work schedule?  -Will stresses be increased or reduced with ownership?  -What if associate and owner practice philosophies conflict?  We also discuss a dental office taboo topic at the end of the episode.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 58 - Associate: Should I Stay or Should I Go? 

Life in a dental office can be stressful and learning how to deal with that stress on a daily basis can make the difference in a dental career. On Episode 57, we discuss the ways we have learned to deal with stress. We also talk about how we decide to add new treatment options to our practices.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Life in a dental office can be stressful and learning how to deal with that stress on a daily basis can make the difference in a dental career. On Episode 57, we discuss the ways we have learned to deal with stress. We also talk about how we decide to add new treatment options to our practices.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 57 - Daily Destressing

Before joining or purchasing a practice there are some important questions that need to be asked and answered. On Episode 56, we discuss some of the questions we wish we'd had asked before we started working in or purchasing our practices. We also talk about how to handle situations when a patient talks badly about a previous dentist and much more.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Before joining or purchasing a practice there are some important questions that need to be asked and answered. On Episode 56, we discuss some of the questions we wish we'd had asked before we started working in or purchasing our practices. We also talk about how to handle situations when a patient talks badly about a previous dentist and much more.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 56 - Questions to Ask Before Joining a Practice

Jeff Cole

On Episode 55, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Cole, former president of the American Dental Association. We get Dr. Cole's unique perspective on many important topics, including:  -The rising cost of dental school education.  -Advice for new and future dentists. -The Current state and future outlook of dentistry.  -The importance of organized dentistry.  We cover these topics and much, much more with Dr. Cole. We would be honored if you would join us.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On Episode 55, we are joined by Dr. Jeff Cole, former president of the American Dental Association. We get Dr. Cole's unique perspective on many important topics, including:  -The rising cost of dental school education.  -Advice for new and future dentists. -The Current state and future outlook of dentistry.  -The importance of organized dentistry.  We cover these topics and much, much more with Dr. Cole. We would be honored if you would join us.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 55 - ADA Past-President Dr. Jeff Cole

On Episode 54, we discuss how we handle certain situations that arise in dentistry. How would we handle...: -...a patient asking to trade services?  -...a patient asking for a discount? -...being pressured to perform a specialty procedure?  -...a patient bankruptcy?  We discuss these scenarios and much, much more! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On Episode 54, we discuss how we handle certain situations that arise in dentistry. How would we handle...: -...a patient asking to trade services?  -...a patient asking for a discount? -...being pressured to perform a specialty procedure?  -...a patient bankruptcy?  We discuss these scenarios and much, much more! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 54 - How Would You Handle.....This? 

On Episode 53 we welcome retired dentist Dr. Howard Trotter to the Dental Realist Podcast to discuss all aspects of his 42-year career.  -Why did he choose a career in dentistry and would he do it again?  -What was the biggest change in dentistry during his career?  -How did he make dentistry enjoyable daily?  -What advice does he have for dealing with stress?  -What did he do with each patient that made his career so successful?  -Also, a convict escapes custody during a dental appointment.  Join us as we gain important career perspective with Dr. Howard Trotter! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On Episode 53 we welcome retired dentist Dr. Howard Trotter to the Dental Realist Podcast to discuss all aspects of his 42-year career.  -Why did he choose a career in dentistry and would he do it again?  -What was the biggest change in dentistry during his career?  -How did he make dentistry enjoyable daily?  -What advice does he have for dealing with stress?  -What did he do with each patient that made his career so successful?  -Also, a convict escapes custody during a dental appointment.  Join us as we gain important career perspective with Dr. Howard Trotter! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 53 - Advice for Young Dentists w/ Dr. Howard Trotter

On this In-between-isode, Ryder talks about The Mandalorian, the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Star Wars is one of Ryder's passions outside of dentistry and would love you to join him for this bite-sized episode of the Dental Realist Podcast. Disclaimer: No Jawas were harmed in the recording of this podcast.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On this In-between-isode, Ryder talks about The Mandalorian, the live-action Star Wars series on Disney+. Star Wars is one of Ryder's passions outside of dentistry and would love you to join him for this bite-sized episode of the Dental Realist Podcast. Disclaimer: No Jawas were harmed in the recording of this podcast.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Inbetween-isode #1 - The Mandalorian

It has been six months since the ADA and local governments told dental offices to shut down temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Episode 52 we discuss if that was the right decision, how it affected dental offices in the short term, how it is still affecting practices, and much more. We start the show talking about our favorite seasons of the year and end it with an exciting announcement. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

It has been six months since the ADA and local governments told dental offices to shut down temporarily due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Episode 52 we discuss if that was the right decision, how it affected dental offices in the short term, how it is still affecting practices, and much more. We start the show talking about our favorite seasons of the year and end it with an exciting announcement. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 52 - Six Months Later

The Dental Realist Podcast is unlike any other dental podcast. As three practicing dentists we have learned many things that we wish we'd known before dental school graduation, and we are here to give future, new, and veteran dentists the help they need to have a more enjoyable career.

By far one of the best podcasts I have. Inspiring firsthand accounts of the ins and outs of daily life as a dentist. With a sprinkle of humor....(okay maybe a gallon of humor 🙂)

Best

This has been the most helpful resource I’ve found in learning about the reality of dentistry... although it hasn’t swayed me away from wanting to change my course and pursue dentistry, it’s definitely given me a more sober understanding of what is to come. Thanks for everything, fellas!

Love the candor about dentistry!

Dental Realist Podcast

Most dentists are back to work, but how has Covid-19 affected the everyday operations of dental offices? On Episode 48 we discuss: -How we felt going back to full-time dentistry. -The extra precautions we're taking. -Our least favorite pandemic phrases.  -A variety of news topics. We start the episode by discussing our favorite movies of all time. We'd love you to join us on this unprecedented episode as we try to return to the new normal.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Most dentists are back to work, but how has Covid-19 affected the everyday operations of dental offices? On Episode 48 we discuss: -How we felt going back to full-time dentistry. -The extra precautions we're taking. -Our least favorite pandemic phrases.  -A variety of news topics. We start the episode by discussing our favorite movies of all time. We'd love you to join us on this unprecedented episode as we try to return to the new normal.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 48 - An Unprecedented Return

Brian Trecek

In this episode we are joined by Brian Trecek, Director of Admissions at Marquette University School of Dentistry. Mr. Trecek discusses the many aspects of the dental school application and interview process. What makes an applicant stand out? How should an applicant prepare for dental school interviews? What types of undergrad degrees can best prepare an applicant for dental school? We discuss all of this and much, much more. This episode gives unique insight into how to prepare for dental school application and dental school matriculation.    Contact us:  Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: www.dentalrealist.com

In this episode we are joined by Brian Trecek, Director of Admissions at Marquette University School of Dentistry. Mr. Trecek discusses the many aspects of the dental school application and interview process. What makes an applicant stand out? How should an applicant prepare for dental school interviews? What types of undergrad degrees can best prepare an applicant for dental school? We discuss all of this and much, much more. This episode gives unique insight into how to prepare for dental school application and dental school matriculation.  Contact us:  Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: <a href="mailto:dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a>

Episode 12 - Dental School Admissions w/ Brian Trecek of Marquette University School of Dentistry

In this episode we talk about many of the lessons learned in dental school. Some seemed important at the time and turned out to be totally useless. Some seemed pointless and ended up being useful in private practice. How are you supposed to know the difference? This episode will help you know.  Contact Dental Realist:  Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com  LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: www.dentalrealist.com

In this episode we talk about many of the lessons learned in dental school. Some seemed important at the time and turned out to be totally useless. Some seemed pointless and ended up being useful in private practice. How are you supposed to know the difference? This episode will help you know.  Contact Dental Realist:  Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a>

Episode 15 - Things Learned In Dental School--Useless or Useful? 

With the cost of running a dental practice getting more expensive, the rise of DSOs, and the changing dental marketplace how do private practice dentists stay competitive? To help dentists and future dentists navigate their careers during these changing times, we are joined by Caleb Carter of the Ion Dental Group. We discuss smart technology purchases, what challenges private practice dentists are facing now and will face in the future, how private practices can thrive in the current environment, and much more. We would be honored if you would join us!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

With the cost of running a dental practice getting more expensive, the rise of DSOs, and the changing dental marketplace how do private practice dentists stay competitive? To help dentists and future dentists navigate their careers during these changing times, we are joined by Caleb Carter of the Ion Dental Group. We discuss smart technology purchases, what challenges private practice dentists are facing now and will face in the future, how private practices can thrive in the current environment, and much more. We would be honored if you would join us!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 41-Helping Private Practices Stay Competitive

Burnout in dentistry has become a hot-button issue in recent years with more and more dentists being willing to admit they have experienced moderate to severe stress at some point in their careers.  How is burnout defined?  How does burnout manifest itself?  How can it affect a dentist's personal and professional life?  What can be done to deal with burnout when it comes?  We answer these questions and many more on Episode 40 of the Dental Realist Podcast.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Burnout in dentistry has become a hot-button issue in recent years with more and more dentists being willing to admit they have experienced moderate to severe stress at some point in their careers.  How is burnout defined?  How does burnout manifest itself?  How can it affect a dentist's personal and professional life?  What can be done to deal with burnout when it comes?  We answer these questions and many more on Episode 40 of the Dental Realist Podcast.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 40 - Burnout in Dentistry

Recently, some of the the dental students that Dr. Neff works with asked him some very important questions concerning their futures in dentistry. On Episode 36, Dr. Stevens and Dr. Waldron try to answer some of these questions and give guidance to all future dentists.  Why do dentists seem to only work 3-4 days a week?  What are our favorite procedures?  What should new dentists look for when purchasing a practice or joining as an associate?  What keeps dentists up at night?  What are the benefits of a military loan repayment option?  We discuss these topics and much, much more on Episode 36. We would be honored if you would join us!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Recently, some of the the dental students that Dr. Neff works with asked him some very important questions concerning their futures in dentistry. On Episode 36, Dr. Stevens and Dr. Waldron try to answer some of these questions and give guidance to all future dentists.  Why do dentists seem to only work 3-4 days a week?  What are our favorite procedures?  What should new dentists look for when purchasing a practice or joining as an associate?  What keeps dentists up at night?  What are the benefits of a military loan repayment option?  We discuss these topics and much, much more on Episode 36. We would be honored if you would join us!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 36 - Questions From Future Dentists

Even though most dentists are only allowed to treat emergency patients right now, there are still some ways to stay positive and also tackle some necessary projects at the office. We discuss some ways to find positivity during this stressful time as well as continuing to be productive even when patient treatment is not an option.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Even though most dentists are only allowed to treat emergency patients right now, there are still some ways to stay positive and also tackle some necessary projects at the office. We discuss some ways to find positivity during this stressful time as well as continuing to be productive even when patient treatment is not an option.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 47 - Staying Positive in Trying Times

Decisions during your dental career are some of the most important you will make throughout your life. From deciding to go to dental school to deciding where to practice, decisions in dentistry can impact your life for years to come. What should be considered before making these major decisions?  How do you decide between career opportunity and lifestyle location if the two aren't aligned?  How does your personality impact some of these decisions?  What kind of career movement is available in dentistry?  We discuss this and much, much more on Episode 38.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Decisions during your dental career are some of the most important you will make throughout your life. From deciding to go to dental school to deciding where to practice, decisions in dentistry can impact your life for years to come. What should be considered before making these major decisions?  How do you decide between career opportunity and lifestyle location if the two aren't aligned?  How does your personality impact some of these decisions?  What kind of career movement is available in dentistry?  We discuss this and much, much more on Episode 38.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 38 - How Decisions in Dentistry Impact Your Life

The release of a recent article by The Atlantic called  The Truth About Dentistry raised some questions about some of the information about dentistry that the general public receives. On Episode 37, Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron discuss many of the topics in this article. Is dentistry really a science?  Where is the balance between prevention and treatment? What is true and what is false in this article?  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

The release of a recent article by The Atlantic called <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2019/05/the-trouble-with-dentistry/586039/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> The Truth About Dentistry</a> raised some questions about some of the information about dentistry that the general public receives. On Episode 37, Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron discuss many of the topics in this article. Is dentistry really a science?  Where is the balance between prevention and treatment? What is true and what is false in this article?  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 37 - Is This the Truth About Dentistry? 

In this episode we discuss many of the common sense and inexpensive ways to help improve your practice. No expensive equipment or products required. What message are you sending to your patients? How can you pleasantly surprise your patients? How can marketing money be best used? Are you attending the right CE courses? Is your lab helping you convey the right image? We discuss all of this and more!  All episodes are available on  iTunes and Libsyn.  Contact us: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: www.dentalrealist.com

In this episode we discuss many of the common sense and inexpensive ways to help improve your practice. No expensive equipment or products required. What message are you sending to your patients? How can you pleasantly surprise your patients? How can marketing money be best used? Are you attending the right CE courses? Is your lab helping you convey the right image? We discuss all of this and more! All episodes are available on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/dental-realist-podcast/id1080244642?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> iTunes</a> and <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.libsyn.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Libsyn</a>.  Contact us: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: <a href="mailto:dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a>

Episode 11 - Zero Cost Practice Boosters

In this episode, we discuss Imtiaz Manji's ebook called Trust and Value: A Field Guide To Today's Dental Patients. We go in depth on the great patient traits, key patient behaviors, and how to interact with a variety of dental patients. This episode will give you invaluable insight into how to interact with the many different types of patients you will meet in private practice and dental school.    Contact us:  Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: www.dentalrealist.com

In this episode, we discuss Imtiaz Manji's ebook called Trust and Value: A Field Guide To Today's Dental Patients. We go in depth on the great patient traits, key patient behaviors, and how to interact with a variety of dental patients. This episode will give you invaluable insight into how to interact with the many different types of patients you will meet in private practice and dental school.  Contact us:  Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a>

Episode 13 - Building Patient Trust and Value

Juanita Benedict

In this episode we are joined by Juanita Benedict, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist. Pain seems to be a normal part of every day for dentists, and Dr. Benedict discusses some of the causes of pain and some ways to reduce it. What percentage of dentists experience pain? What are the most common types of pain for dentists? What are the main causes of pain? What can dentists do to help eliminate pain? We answer these questions and many more!    Contact us:  Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: www.dentalrealist.com

In this episode we are joined by Juanita Benedict, Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist. Pain seems to be a normal part of every day for dentists, and Dr. Benedict discusses some of the causes of pain and some ways to reduce it. What percentage of dentists experience pain? What are the most common types of pain for dentists? What are the main causes of pain? What can dentists do to help eliminate pain? We answer these questions and many more!  Contact us:  Twitter: <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Realist Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a>

Episode 14 - Pain In Dentistry w/ Juanita Benedict

Choosing which job to pursue after dental school can be one of the dental student's most important decisions. On Episode 43 we discuss our individual stories for getting started after dental school, when dental students should start researching job opportunities, who to contact first, and what we would look for in an associate or practice purchaser. We start Episode 43 by discussing our favorite candy. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Choosing which job to pursue after dental school can be one of the dental student's most important decisions. On Episode 43 we discuss our individual stories for getting started after dental school, when dental students should start researching job opportunities, who to contact first, and what we would look for in an associate or practice purchaser. We start Episode 43 by discussing our favorite candy. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 43 - Deciding on a Job After Dental School

In this packed episode Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron start by discussing how patient stress can impact the treating dentist. We continue our discussion by answering a listener's questions about dealing with a bad owner-dentist. Whose job is it to bring in new patients? Who decides which types of materials are to be used? Who should pay for practice marketing? What questions should a new dentist ask before accepting an associate position?  We wrap up this episode by talking about an example of out-of-control student loan debt. Where does the burden fall when dental student debt continues to grow unchecked? Should dental school tuition continue to increase when dentist income is going down?  We apologize for a technical difficulty with Dr. Neff's audio in the second half of this episode. Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

In this packed episode Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron start by discussing how patient stress can impact the treating dentist. We continue our discussion by answering a listener's questions about dealing with a bad owner-dentist. Whose job is it to bring in new patients? Who decides which types of materials are to be used? Who should pay for practice marketing? What questions should a new dentist ask before accepting an associate position?  We wrap up this episode by talking about an example of out-of-control student loan debt. Where does the burden fall when dental student debt continues to grow unchecked? Should dental school tuition continue to increase when dentist income is going down?  We apologize for a technical difficulty with Dr. Neff's audio in the second half of this episode. Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 30 - Dealing With A Bad Employer

With the current economic realities of dentistry what is the rationale for offering our employees incentives and bonuses?  How do you communicate this to staff members?  How can you make employees feel like their job is rewarding when you can't offer big bonuses and benefits packages?  What motivates someone to work at a dental office and to leave?  What makes an employee feel important?  We discuss this and much more on Episode 34 of the Dental Realist Podcast!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

With the current economic realities of dentistry what is the rationale for offering our employees incentives and bonuses?  How do you communicate this to staff members?  How can you make employees feel like their job is rewarding when you can't offer big bonuses and benefits packages?  What motivates someone to work at a dental office and to leave?  What makes an employee feel important?  We discuss this and much more on Episode 34 of the Dental Realist Podcast!  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 34 - Challenges of Rewarding and Retaining Employees

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life and is now having a profound effect on dentistry. On Episode 46 we discuss: -The ADA's recommendations for dental practices -How dentists are coping during this crisis -How the virus has changed every day practice -The effect the virus is having on dental students We also talk about Dr. Neff's television debut and much, much more. This is a stressful time for dentists and students. We'll get through it together.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of life and is now having a profound effect on dentistry. On Episode 46 we discuss: -The ADA's recommendations for dental practices -How dentists are coping during this crisis -How the virus has changed every day practice -The effect the virus is having on dental students We also talk about Dr. Neff's television debut and much, much more. This is a stressful time for dentists and students. We'll get through it together.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 46 - The COVID-19 Effect on Dentistry

The dental team is one of the most important assets of an enjoyable dental career. During the holidays the dental team is usually given a bonus of some kind, but how do you know how much to give each team member? And how do you scale back if your practice has had a slow year? What do you do if you staff begins to expect a bigger bonus each year? And what kind of gift is appropriate for dentists who work in corporate offices. We discuss this and much, much more on Episode 42 of the Dental Realist Podcast! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

The dental team is one of the most important assets of an enjoyable dental career. During the holidays the dental team is usually given a bonus of some kind, but how do you know how much to give each team member? And how do you scale back if your practice has had a slow year? What do you do if you staff begins to expect a bigger bonus each year? And what kind of gift is appropriate for dentists who work in corporate offices. We discuss this and much, much more on Episode 42 of the Dental Realist Podcast! Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 42 - Holiday Bonuses for the Dental Team

On Episode 32 Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron announce and discuss our new mentoring program, Mentur DDS. We started the Dental Realist Podcast to help other dentists and dental students navigate their career in dentistry and Mentur DDS will allow us to do this on a more personal level. We discuss our early days in dentistry and why we wish we would have had mentors that could help give us a head start in dentistry.  We also discuss some of the traits we look for when hiring new staff members and much more! We would love you to join us.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

On Episode 32 Dr. Neff, Dr. Stevens, and Dr. Waldron announce and discuss our new mentoring program, Mentur DDS. We started the Dental Realist Podcast to help other dentists and dental students navigate their career in dentistry and Mentur DDS will allow us to do this on a more personal level. We discuss our early days in dentistry and why we wish we would have had mentors that could help give us a head start in dentistry.  We also discuss some of the traits we look for when hiring new staff members and much more! We would love you to join us.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 32 - Mentur DDS

According to the American Dental Association, the retirement age of dentists is increasing and we discuss why we think this is, what dentists and future dentists can do to avoid a later retirement, and what the ADA can do to help.  We also breakdown a recent ADA.org interview with incoming ADA president Dr. Jeffrey Cole. What are his biggest concerns about the profession of dentistry? Does he have any solutions? What are his goals for his one-year presidency? What do we think the ADA should really do? How does this affect dentists and future dentists?  We start the show by talking about an insurance issue that Dr. Stevens had this week and how it can affect other dentists' offices.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

According to the American Dental Association, the retirement age of dentists is increasing and we discuss why we think this is, what dentists and future dentists can do to avoid a later retirement, and what the ADA can do to help.  We also breakdown a recent <a href="http://ADA.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ADA.org</a> interview with incoming ADA president Dr. Jeffrey Cole. What are his biggest concerns about the profession of dentistry? Does he have any solutions? What are his goals for his one-year presidency? What do we think the ADA should really do? How does this affect dentists and future dentists?  We start the show by talking about an insurance issue that Dr. Stevens had this week and how it can affect other dentists' offices.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 33 - Retirement Age Is Increasing and Is the ADA Doing Anything To Help? 

Every dentist encounters patients who have oral hygiene issues that are difficult to diagnose and questions that may not have clear-cut answers. Also, some patients claim to have immaculate oral hygiene home care, but still get cavities and want to know why.  What are the best ways to deal with these patients?  Is "I don't know" an acceptable answer?  What is the dentist's responsibility and the patient's?  We discuss these topics and much more on Episode 39.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: dentalrealist@gmail.com Website: www.dentalrealist.com LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Every dentist encounters patients who have oral hygiene issues that are difficult to diagnose and questions that may not have clear-cut answers. Also, some patients claim to have immaculate oral hygiene home care, but still get cavities and want to know why.  What are the best ways to deal with these patients?  Is "I don't know" an acceptable answer?  What is the dentist's responsibility and the patient's?  We discuss these topics and much more on Episode 39.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/dentalrealist" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@dentalrealist</a> Email: <a href="mailto:%20dentalrealist@gmail.com">dentalrealist@gmail.com</a> Website: <a href="http://www.dentalrealist.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.dentalrealist.com</a> LinkedIn: Dental Realist

Episode 39 - Challenging Patients and Diagnoses 

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