Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast

Are DSOs Getting the Best Team Members? with Dr. Chris Salierno and Laura Bettencourt, RDH

With the shortage of great team members in full effect, can small private practices compete with all the benefits offered by large DSOs? We invited Dr. Chris Salierno and Laura Bettencourt, RDH to share their take, as both have vast experience working in both settings. Spoiler alert! Private practices can attract the best team members and you may be surprised to learn what the best team members are seeking!   
Instagram: 
@hello_tend 
@the_curious_dentist 
@diamonddentalcoaching 
@lbett414 

Picking the Right Financial Team! with Levi Barlavi and Justin Schafer

We welcome in Levi Barlavi and Justin Schafer into the episode this week to talk about setting yourself up with the right financial team. Things you need:
A qualified TEAM, not just one person
A team who knows the industry
A team who work together to see the big picture!
Links: 
Aprio.com/dental 
Instagram: 
@apriodental 
@aprioadvisors 

Is FFS Right For You? With Dr. Roger Levine

Fee For Service versus PPO versus Medicaid versus All of the above. Who’s right? Which model is the best? Go on social media - everyone is an armchair expert - so we decided to scrap affirmation and bring you real INFORMATION. Data drives our best decisions in life and Dr. Roger Levin brought big data. When you want to be better more than being right - LISTEN IN. 
Links 
https://levingroup.com/ 
https://levingroup.com/free-resources/tip-of-the-day/ 

Is Fluoride all it’s cracked up to be?

This episode is about things that are accepted in dentistry, but really have no foundation behind them and we are joined by Dr. Brian Novy! We tackle the topic of fluoride - the accepted magical compound that is supposed to cure tooth decay! Key Takeaways
We, as doctors, are pushing an incentive model that has gone away from focusing on prophylaxis, prevention.
We cannot be looking at convenience over literature-driven care.
We need to be talking to our teams about WHY we use fluoride, for WHOM do we use fluoride, and WHEN do we use fluoride.
It’s not for everyone… but in the right amounts, with the right product combinations, it is good for many!

Composite Restorations: Is Instagram Reality? With Dr. Peter Auster

Dentistry on the Gram. What’s real? What’s photoshopped? And how do we know who is really walking their composite talk? We asked one of dentistry’s finest clinicians, Dr. Peter Auster to walk us through how much we can really trust. His insights - well let’s just say they might surprise you! 
 
Instagram 
@cosmeticdentistryassociates 
 
Links: 
https://aacd.com/ 
https://www.speareducation.com/ 
https://www.koiscenter.com/ 
https://www.pankey.org/ 
https://thedawsonacademy.com/ 
 
Bio: 
https://www.catapulteducation.com/peter-auster 

DSO Ownership, What Does That Even Mean? With Dr.Taylor Sutton

Is ownership a thing in the DSO model - or are you just a shareholder? There’s a big difference and understanding what you’re signing up for has massive influence over the money you’ll earn - as well as - the autonomy you’ll live or forfeit. Dr. Taylor Sutton shares the inside baseball on multiple models that exist - so before you drink any Koolaide - New Dentists entering and potential seasoned sellers LISTEN IN! 
Instagram 
@tjsutts 
@lifeataspendental 

Accountant or Financial Advisor: Whose Advice is Better? With Trent Watrous and Caroline Galbraith

You’re working hard as a dentist. You’re trying to build your practice and personal futures. Why can’t your money team - get on your team? How do you know who to listen to when your accountant and financial planner make recommendations that oppose each other? Caroline Galbraith and Trent Watrous join us and share whose advice matters most. Do not miss this episode! 
 
Links: 
Aprio.com/dental 
Instagram: 
@apriodental 
@aprioadvisors 

Influencers vs. Dentists with Influence

Is there a difference between the two?  Turns out the answer is YES!  We had a relay race-type conversation with influencers and we uncovered some of the secret sauce to getting and retaining legit followers. We invited Drs. Tara Aboumahboub, Abdullah Abdelaziz, Faraj Edher and Sunny Virdi to share their respective journeys to influence, what peaks their interest and what brings on a big ‘ol eye roll as they scroll through “the gram”. These influencers have very different approaches to their social media yet have some things in common. 
 
Instagram: 
@dentara__ 
@dmdsunny 
@futuredentists 
@drfarajedher 
 
Some of their faves:  
@refinedentistry 
@influencedentistry 
@wearfigs 

Are More Layers Better in Anterior Composite Artistry?

We all see the complicated and gorgeous restorations on social media and we wanted to discuss if more layers are better when placing anterior direct restorations. We invited Dr. Peter Auster to share his perspective, opinion, and a few pearls on how to achieve AACD-level direct restorations on anterior teeth. So many dentists self-label themselves as “cosmetic dentists” and we talk about who should and who shouldn’t classify themselves that way.
Links:
https://aacd.com/
https://www.speareducation.com/
https://www.koiscenter.com/
https://seattlestudyclub.com/
https://www.tokuyama-us.com/
Composite Brushes - https://www.cosmedent.com/product/dental-composite-brushes/?utm_term=&utm_campaign=SN+Performance+Max&utm_source=adwords&utm_medium=ppc&hsa_acc=3390993734&hsa_cam=18283122603&hsa_grp=&hsa_ad=&hsa_src=x&hsa_tgt=&hsa_kw=&hsa_mt=&hsa_net=adwords&hsa_ver=3&gad=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw-vmkBhBMEiwAlrMeF9rXoD4VudqR6TcFSUmDESqRZQUs8X4vnWnGHuK_KsPnOiarkvge4xoCljsQAvD_BwE
Gemini Laser - https://www.ultradent.com/products/categories/equipment/diode-lasers/gemini-laser
Dr. Auster Bio - https://www.catapulteducation.com/peter-auster
Optrasculpt - https://www.ivoclar.com/en_us/products/accessories/optrasculpt
IG: @CosmeticDentistryAssociates and @David_k._Chan
 

Should a DSO Be Your Best First Job?

When dentists are looking for their first opportunity, what drives them to say yes and commit to a particular practice?
We invited Drs. Lauren McDonough and Amrita Patel to discuss whether a DSO is the best move for a new dentist. We cover an array of topics, including: are the DSO stereotypes fact or fiction, moving for love, finding an effective mentor and what to do before signing ANYTHING!
Instagram:@dr_laurenmcdonough@thedramri