What 2020 brought our industry and our lives was not exactly what we all thought a year ago, but it wasn’t all doom and gloom, either. We’ve seen a lot of innovations in the past few months, many of which were likely forced early on, but people have since adapted to this “new normal,” and we’ll very likely take it with us as we enter 2021. How did our practice adjust to the abrupt changes? What were the adjustments we needed to spearhead? How did the pandemic affect us professionally and personally?

Today, I discuss how the pandemic has forced our industry to innovate and what our practice did to not just keep our doors open, but to try to hit as many of the goals we set out a year ago. I share why we needed to shuffle our team amidst the pandemic and explain why I can’t fully get rid of insurance in my practice. I describe the lessons we learned as a team and how we’re not better prepared when it comes to anything virtual. I also share how the pandemic personally hit me and my family and explain why, despite these challenges and setbacks,  I’m still thankful.

"No one needs change; we needed disruption and COVID was the disruption."

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• My thoughts on how the pandemic will persist through 2021.
• Did we hit our practice's 2020 goals?
• Why I'm trying to get out of network with many insurance companies.
• How the pandemic affected our team members.
• The positive changes Slack enabled our practice to have.
• Why a team change should be a goal in 2021.
• The one area COVID-19 crushed across every industry.
• Some of the wins we had in 2020 and how it affected our families.

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "2021 will be a very bad year if we don't have any team change in our practice." - Tarun Agarwal

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Lane Barker is the owner of Magnolia Dental Spa, a dental practice that provides high-quality services and makes each patient feel like they’re being pampered by having a luxury spa atmosphere. He has over 20 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry and has completed advanced training in other services, including Botox and dermal fillers. Lane launched Magnolia Dental Spa in 2019 to provide nothing but the ultimate level of service through current technology and new treatments. 

Today, Lane joins us to discuss what it’s been like since their practice started offering dental implants. He shares the initial fears about dental implants and extractions and how he eventually felt comfortable and even looked forward to providing these services. He describes his experience with the 3D Dentist program and his takeaways from the training. He explains why he was doubtful about running a practice by himself and what changed his mindset. Lane also shares the payment options he set up so his patients can afford his services.

"It was probably one of the best moves I ever made."
 - Lane Barker

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• What to expect from 3D Dentist in the near future.
• What the retreat event will be about and who can join.
• Who Lane is and his professional experience with dental implants. 
• Lane's initial thoughts on implants and how much they would cost.
• The fears Lane had after dental school and how he overcame them.
• Why Lane chose 3D Dentist over other dental programs.
• Why Lane despised extractions early in his career and why he enjoys them now.
• The live patient experience during the program.
• The immediate impact of providing implants and extractions in their practice.
• How Lane determined the specific services and technology his practice needed.
• The options you have to make your services affordable for patients.
• Sedations and why dentists should suggest them more often in their practice.

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "You don't have to buy everything. You just need what it takes to get started." - Tarun Agarwal
• "There's very little in dentistry now that we can't literally get in 2-3 days." - Tarun Agarwal
• "In dental surgery, there's as much fear for your team as there is for you." - Tarun Agarwal

Connect With Lane Barker:

• Magnolia Dental Spa

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

PPO insurances covers functional Dentistry, but what can we do when we do also offer a more aesthetics and master's level work and we do not feel rewarded with a fair fee?

Running a dental business isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. Despite the clean offices, the amazing staff, and the high-tech looking equipment, there’s a lot of work behind the curtains. From paperwork and systems efficiencies all the way to fees and dealing with insurance companies, owning a successful dental practice is by no means easy work. Most may consider our management tasks as ‘first world problems’, but they’re problems nonetheless.

Today, I discuss what I call first world dentistry problems and how I deal with mine. I share how attending a sedation seminar disrupted my daily routine and the scheduling changes I had to get used to. I describe how I am still productive despite working only 20-hour weeks. I explain how I promote a culture of accountability in my practice. I also share some of the reasons why being busy can be good for your health and why I don’t recommend running a dental practice by yourself.

"No one should be practicing dentistry alone in 2020 and beyond. No one. There's just no reason to."

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• Recalling my experience shortly after the sedation seminar ended.
• Why I consider myself a ‘dental diva’.
• My thoughts on my ability to work a typical dentist's schedule.
• How you can earn the right to only work 20 hours a week.
• Some of my shortcomings to my team and business as a business owner.
• Instilling a culture of accountability across all team members.
• Having fun with my level of fitness and how I'm working on it.
• The two businesses I'm working on simultaneously.
• The perks of staying busy for your health.
• My tips to those who plan to practice dentistry alone. 

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "It's one thing to have somebody coach you that has everything perfect and it's another thing to get it from somebody who's never lived it."
• "Hold people accountable for some things, then let some things slide until they get in the way."

Subscribe, Connect & Share Your Favorite Episodes

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

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It's a brand new season for TBone Speaks and we're so excited to get on with the new sets of interviews out to our listeners. After 25 episodes in Season 1 that was really packed with great guests and experts in the field, I'd like to shift Season 2 to get a different perspective coming from newbies and not so known folks but have been successful.

In this first episode, I have Jennifer Lopez. Not the star, obviously, but Jennifer Lopez, the dentist. We've had a great time in this interview and considering that it took us about 2 hours chatting non-stop tells you how much we enjoyed the conversation. So be sure to listen to part 1 and part 2. Enjoy.

Are you looking to take your dental practice to new heights? Look no further than the 3D Dentists Mastermind Coaching Program! In this episode, Dr. Sully Sullivan and I delve into the positive impact that a coaching group can have on your business. By joining the 3D Mastermind, you will have access to a community of dental professionals who are committed to growth and success. Not only will you have the opportunity to share your struggles and get support, but you will also learn new skills and techniques that can take your practice to the next level.

But what sets the 3D Mastermind apart from other coaching groups? It's the program's 4-step Core Principles, which focus on accountability, upskilling, and creating a supportive community. These principles ensure that every member of the group is working towards a common goal and pushing each other to reach new heights. As a team leader, it's important to be committed to growth and to help your team members do the same. By joining the 3D Mastermind, you'll have the resources and support you need to achieve just that.

Make sure to watch out for the key concepts in this episode:
2:09 Mastermind

7:31 Commitment Level

14:12 Core Principles

24:24 Initial 6 months of Mastermind

28:29 Why you should Invest to yourself

If you are hooked to join our Mastermind Program, here is our link:

https://3d-dentists.com/workshops/

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?
Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

Whether you’re starting or scaling your dental practice, the foundation you put in place is critical for your overall success and future growth. Developing systems and processes not only help you achieve your goals and increase your revenue - they also help you improve your practice management skills and increase productivity. If you want to truly scale your dental practice to new heights, you need to review your systems, processes, and framework to ensure it’s designed to help you fulfill your destiny.

In this episode, I share why it’s critical to create systems and frameworks in your dental practice and how they help you set the stage for future success. I explain the importance of understanding the three key components of your dental practice and the financial differences between general, advanced, and emotional dentistry. I explain how to find and leverage the hidden potential of your dental practice. I also share how to increase your office’s productivity without acquiring new patients and how it can help you scale your dental business.

 Discover the Keys to Pivot Your Practice

Do you want to do more of the kind of dentistry you love? Want to learn how to achieve your goals, increase your revenue, and find financial freedom without seeing more patients? Are you ready to create the life, freedom, and happiness you desire? Then you need a copy of my free book: The Dental Practice Pivot. Discover how to increase your revenue, create a more balanced lifestyle, and gain a competitive advantage in the highly competitive dental industry.

Visit the Dental Practice Pivot website to claim your free copy and begin your journey to achieve true happiness and financial freedom.

Today we introduce some questions to consider when buying a Cone Beam that will help you to select the most appropriate for your practice.

Join Dr. A and Dr. Shaikh as they discuss Dr. Shaikh's experience as a new grad associate. Everything from the good bad and the ugly. 

This episode is a replay of a webinar I did with Dr. Brett Wells of DentalHQ with special guests Sandy Pardue and Roger Levin on how to overcome the hygiene challenge we are facing in October and November from being closed during the COVID-19 lockdown.

Rohit Garg is the President of Practice By Numbers, a company that offers dental management software that can translate metrics and data into digestible, easy-to-understand numbers your team can use to boost business growth. He experienced what it was like starting a new dental practice and realized the need to have a kind of data-tracking software that can help dental businesses start growing and keep growing. Before founding Practice By Numbers, Rohit was a Development Manager at Philips Healthcare. 

Today, Rohit joins us to share how their tool can help business owners determine how fast they’re growing or if they need to address shortcomings in their practice. He explains the types of data you must always keep track of and how they affect growth. He describes what inspired him to make a data management software and customize it for each client. He discusses the common problems he’s seen in many mastermind groups and how their tool can solve them. Rohit also shares why there can be such a thing as too much data.

"In any business if you don't measure what you're doing and know where you're going, you will never know if you're doing well or not." - Rohit Garg

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• Rohit's experience in the startup world.
• Why it's essential to keep track of numbers in your business.
• How numbers can determine what areas you should improve or change.
• Why treatment and patient retention are good trackers for growth.
• How practices can use their software to track metrics.
• The ease of use their tool offers clients.
• How much data is too much for the average business owner?

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "If treatment retention is low, there's nothing you can do to grow your practice." - Rohit Garg
• "You cannot grow your practice in the direction you want if you're not keeping score." - Tarun Agarwal

Connect With Rohit Garg:

• Practice By Numbers
• LinkedIn

Subscribe, Connect & Share Your Favorite Episodes

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Believe in the power of the front office.

In this episode, Meredith and I talk about the struggles of the dental front office and how to relieve that pressure. Recognizing their potential can help them be productive and provide the best in their work. Empower and know their position and how they help present the best case to the patients for them to say yes. Having a salesperson helps the practice smoothly sign in patients from the front office to the transaction and to the procedures. 

Integrity in your practice will help you achieve success. We at 3D Dentist believe in the golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. We want the best for our patients!

@01:00 Front Office

@04:27 Problems in the Front Office

@08:55 Power of Confidence

@14:32 Process in the Front Office

@20:37 Insurance

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

The goal is for people to come to you for dental services. But what happens when you need a break? What happens when you want to take some time off?
 
A practice stops once you do, but a business will continue to do the work for you.
 
The first step to scaling is to set up a success path for your team. A successful team brings your business to greater heights.
 
This week's episode of Dentistry Made Simple talks about how you can scale as a business. It's not about working 24/7. Learn how to generate revenue even when you're away! 

To lead is to influence others, but to influence is to lead yourself first.
 
You can better communicate your vision when you’re clear about who you are and what you’re trying to be. That’s how you help move people to a common goal.
 
Remember, you lead not to gain followers but to create more leaders. It’s an impact that will resound over the generations to come. 
 
So leadership is actually not just a one-time thing. It’s a commitment to influencing the world one person at a time. And that first person should be you.
 
Watch this week’s episode of Dentistry Made Simple to learn more about how you can be an effective leader in your dental practice! It’s not as difficult as you thought! 

In this episode, I emphasized the importance of adding Root Canal to your practice. Each procedure brings in $2,500 - don't miss out on this income opportunity. Providing this service not only ensures patient comfort but also prevents referrals, potentially adding millions to your practice income. Elevate your skills and tap into this secret revenue stream today, because your practice's financial health matters. 

@1:07 : Root Canal Dentistry

@2:08 : What is Endodontics?

@4:25 : Increase in Revenue

@6:00 : CAD CAM Technology

@7:03 : Accessibility Impact of Dentistry Technology

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids

This is an ENCORE (replay) of an interview I did with the fine folks at DentalHacks on utilizing an in office payment plan and the importance of having a financial menu.

Remember we resume regular episodes on Feb 20 for Season 2 of TBone Speaks.

Do us a favor and visit www.TBoneSpeaks.com and submit your questions for the show.

Today, our listener, who is about to buy a CBCT, ask about some topics regarding CBCT. We will talk about billing codes, reimbursements and more.

Dr. Erin Elliott, DDS is a public speaker, dental sleep apnea expert, and the owner and partner of Post Falls Family Dental as well as Sleep Better Northwest. Since 2003, she has specialized in treating patients with sleep apnea. She is an active member of the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Erin also holds regular 2-day courses and workshops at 3D-Dentists as well as coaches other dental practitioners on how they can help their patients sleep better - and even save their lives - by adding dental sleep apnea services in their practices.

Dr. Erin joins me today to share her journey into serving patients with sleep apnea. She shares the challenges she faced when she began offering this service and explains why many dental practitioners are hesitant about adding sleep apnea treatments in their practice. She also shares how to build awareness and urgency for oral appliance therapy with your patients and strategies you can use to begin implementing these services in your practice.

Discover the Keys to Pivot Your Practice

Do you want to do more of the kind of dentistry you love? Want to learn how to achieve your goals, increase your revenue, and find financial freedom without seeing more patients? Are you ready to create the life, freedom, and happiness you desire? Then you need a copy of my free book: The Dental Practice Pivot. Discover how to increase your revenue, create a more balanced lifestyle, and gain a competitive advantage in the highly competitive dental industry.

Visit the Dental Practice Pivot website to claim your free copy and begin your journey to achieve true happiness and financial freedom.

In this episode, Meredith and I discuss the use of headphones in your dental practice. Effective communication is a must for every practice, and having headphones as equipment is a great way to achieve efficient team communication. Explore the world of dental communication through headsets in this episode. From enhancing team collaboration to navigating boundaries, discover how this small device plays a significant role in revolutionizing dental practices. Uncover the orchestration of success and the resistance to change, while addressing concerns about chatter and focus during critical procedures.

@2:24 - Headphones Alternatives - Before Modern Era
@7:58 - Reason for getting Headphone
@9:07 - Team Member’s Take on Headphones
@15:25 - Efficient Communication in Team
@19:30 - Where do you get Dental Headphones 


Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?
Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

Dr. Suneet Bath is the owner of Impressions Dentistry in Olympia, WA and is considered an expert in clear aligner therapy. After earning his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Washington in 1997, he obtained his Doctrine of Medicine in Dentistry from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine and received advanced training in Invisalign®, CEREC one-visit crowns, implant dentistry, and sleep apnea treatment. He is a member of the Washington State Dental Association, the American Dental Association, and the American Association of Clear Aligners.

Dr. Suneet joins me today to share what inspired him to add clear aligner therapy to his practice. He shares the health benefits that clear aligner therapy offers to your patients and strategies for implementing Invisalign® therapy to your services. He also shares tips for building your confidence, developing systems, and improving your practice’s case acceptance when you start implementing clear aligner therapy as an additional service offered in your practice and how it can help you scale your practice as well as impact your company culture.

Discover the Keys to Pivot Your Practice

Do you want to do more of the kind of dentistry you love? Want to learn how to achieve your goals, increase your revenue, and find financial freedom without seeing more patients? Are you ready to create the life, freedom, and happiness you desire? Then you need a copy of my free book: The Dental Practice Pivot. Discover how to increase your revenue, create a more balanced lifestyle, and gain a competitive advantage in the highly competitive dental industry.

Visit the Dental Practice Pivot website to claim your free copy and begin your journey to achieve true happiness and financial freedom.

When it comes to running a dental clinic, or any business for that matter, culture trumps everything. The culture you cultivate in your practice dictates how well your team responds to your leadership as well as the smoothness of each patient interaction. However, many business owners don’t quite understand the difference between having a culture and simply having a “Do’s and Don’ts” list. 

How do you build the right kind of culture for your practice? 

In today’s episode, I discuss how business owners can properly uphold a harmonious culture for their practice. I share why I prefer the term “team member” over staff and what it means to be transparent with your team. I discuss why it’s more important to set criteria when it comes to firing members than it is to hire them. I also share some small yet effective tricks you can apply in your practice right now that can directly improve your business culture.

“Ultimately, if you don’t know where you’re going, how is everyone else supposed to know?”

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

●      Why I don’t agree with the term “staff” for team members.

●      How you can clarify your foundation and direction.

●      Communicating your plans to your patients and community.

●      Establishing criteria when you need to terminate a team member.

●      How you can build more rapport with your team members.

●      Why you should consider leaving and entering the office through the backdoor.

●      How business owners can lead by example.

Our Favorite Quotes:

●      “Coaching is a two-way street where people grow from what you say to them and what they’re able to say to you.”

●      “Train your team members to have a responsibility to spend 5 minutes with you every week, unplanned.”

●      “Don’t get fixated on who you hire; get fixated on who you fire.”

Resources Mentioned:

●      The Coaching Habit

Subscribe, Connect & Share Your Favorite Episodes

Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

In this weeks episode TBone is once again joined by Meredith and they answer some of your submitted questions specific to the Practice PIVOT series.

If you want a chance to win a 3D Dentists and TBoneSpeaks swag bag just leave us a review on iTunes and if we ready it on air we will send you a gift basket full of goodies.

Have a question for TBone?  simply visit www.AskTBone.com and leave your question!

Do you feel like the dental industry keeps getting more complicated, with more tech, more demands, and more chaos? You’re not alone—and this week’s episode delivers a refreshing return to simplicity, clarity, and strategy. 

After a six-month podcast hiatus, I’m back with a powerful solo episode unpacking the three key shifts that transformed his practice—and a timeless truth that still drives everything he does.

This episode is more than just an update. It’s a masterclass in how to realign your practice with intention, how to recognize patterns of dysfunction before they spiral, and how to lead your team with connection and clarity. Whether you're overwhelmed with new tech, struggling with team alignment, or just feeling off-rhythm—this is your reset button.

Hit play now to reignite your focus and reclaim simplicity in your dental practice.

Join the 3D Growth Club

If you're ready to grow your implant, ortho, or airway practice with a real community that gets the grind of private practice, download the 3D Dentist App and learn more about the Growth Club—monthly trainings, webinars, and real-world support.

️ Let’s Connect!

I’m challenging YOU to a 7-day reset. Send me one win and one struggle each day this week—just a quick DM—and I’ll personally reply to every single one. Let’s grow together, one step at a time.

Timestamps:

00:22 - The Return: Why T-Bone Took a Six-Month Break

01:45 - Shift #1: Patients Are Acting Like Consumers

03:27 - Shift #2: Your Team is the Wild Card

05:49 - Shift #3: Technology Without Strategy = Expense

08:54 - Timeless Truth: It’s Still About People

10:36 - Personal Reflection: Going Deeper, Not Faster

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

In this episode, come along with us as we dive into the inspiring journey of Emily Wojtowicz, a dentist who's faced the challenges of the profession head-on with a smile. Emily shares candidly about the twists and turns of her dental career, from grappling with the mental strain of constant gear-switching during procedures to finding her passion for complex implant dentistry. She takes us through her growth, from initial reluctance to tackling full arches and overdentures, all while emphasizing the importance of ongoing learning and team support. Offering advice to her past self, Emily reminds us to savor the journey and maintain a balanced pace.

@07:46.0 Exploring 3D Mastermind Program

@15:08.7 Team Reinvestment

@21:11.3 Photography Insights

@29:27.9 Implant Dentistry

@37:12.3 2024 Goals: Marketing and Growth Journey

Connect with Emily Wojtowicz

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyestelle3/

Website: https://www.wojtowiczdental.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

In this episode, Meredith and I talk about the recap of the 2024 3D Growth Summit, highlighting key takeaways from various speakers. 

Nikki emphasized strong HR practices for team management, Paul discussed practice transitions, Rick and Aubrey highlighted the importance of leadership, and Erin shared marketing strategies to enhance online presence. J.W. focused on financial management, Jock highlighted advancements in overdentures, and Tim showcased the power of photography in dentistry. 

@01:35 Recap of the 3D Growth Summit

@06:30 Summit's Influence on 7 Individuals

@17:39 Tarun's Summit Reflections
@19:11 Key takeaway from other talks

@26:32 Energy, Vibes, and Motivational Investment

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

Milestones in life are always something to be proud of. After all, you only get to achieve a milestone once in your lifetime. So, this 200th episode is going to be different. Instead of having a guest or a “how-to” episode, today will be more about the person behind your favorite dental podcast host. 

Is there anything I regret doing or not doing? Where are we now in our practice in the time of Covid-19? What are some of the prevailing myths about me and the truth behind them?

Today, I celebrate our 200th episode. I share some of the things in my life that I don’t get to talk about in public. I discuss some of the moments I wish had gone differently in my life and the moments I don’t mind repeating. I explain how our practice survived during the crash of 2008 and how we are surviving this pandemic. I also describe why your unhappy patients are more likely to change the way you run your practice.

"Having a vision of what you intend yourself to be, will shape how you build your practice." - TBone

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

●      Celebrating our 200th episode and what to expect from the podcast in the future.

●      Answering questions about the show and myself.

●      Why I wouldn't change a thing about how my career progressed.

●      The impact of different people on my life.

●      The challenges we encounter when we take insurance in our practice.

●      How the 2008 recession hit my practice and how we survived.

●      My advice to aspiring dental practitioners.

●      Some of the things I regret not doing earlier.

●      The benefits of being a dual-income household in managing a practice.

●      Why making mistakes is part of the process of success.

●      Areas of my life where I feel like I have failed.

●      Busting some of the myths about who I am as a person.

●      Some of the notable patients who can change your practice.

Our Favorite Quotes:

●      "Taking insurance, in the beginning, isn't a sentence to taking insurance for life." - TBone

●      "I'm a big believer in giving back to your community, in your local area that's been so good to you." - TBone

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“All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy,” as the saying goes. It means working and only working will eventually burn you out and make you have a profound dislike for the profession you chose. This is why retreats were made—these events are a fantastic opportunity to get a well-deserved break from being a high-performing dentist and a means to learn something new and improve our professional relationships. What should you discuss during retreats? How soon should you plan for them? 

Today, I share the importance of having team retreats and how they can be a means for your practice to improve both financially and culturally. I describe why I always plan for annual retreats and why we never used to have retreats in my practice. I explain topics you can highlight during a retreat, especially when hitting your financial goals. I also discuss what’s in store for you on our 3D Bootcamp this coming January.

"Nothing makes you get along better than living with people for a couple of days."- Tarun Agarwal

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• Why I always plan annual retreats
• Why the retreat wasn't always a retreat and what it was like before
• Focusing on critical thinking during retreats
• Reverse engineering to get the financial numbers you want
• The procedures I provide in my practice and my commitment to hybrids
• Our tooth replacement therapy and making sure the patient commits to it
• What you can expect from our 3D Bootcamp next year

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "Of all the programs we do, the 3D Bootcamp will help drastically change the way you practice dentistry." - Tarun Agarwal
• "If you haven't been averaging one a month right now, it's going to be difficult to suddenly start doing one and a half or two each month." - Tarun Agarwal
• "Critical thinking is important for team members, especially when you're moving to a role where you want team members to be like owners." -Tarun Agarwal

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The dental industry would not be where it is now without the different manufacturer's who are hard at work to make the practice fast, efficient, and accurate, So in today's episode of TBoneSpeaks you'll get a chance to listen to Don who works in one of the leading dental technology firms called Ivoclar Vivadent. This interaction plays an important role in the dialogue on where and how the dental practitioners  and manufacturers could come together, work together, and mutually benefit from each other's expertise.

Hollie Bryant is a passionate speaker, coach, writer, and owner of Bryant Consultants, one of the country’s leading dental consulting groups. As a consultancy, they provide customized systems, guidance, and personalized team training and coaching. Hollie has over 15 years of experience in neuromuscular and cosmetic dentistry. She is also a member of the American Academy of Dental Office Managers and Academy of Dental Management Consultants among other organizations.

In today’s episode, Hollie and I discuss some of the issues my practice has encountered over the past year and some possible solutions. She explains what it means to replace yourself and not just what you do. She discusses some of the ways she can help me keep my personal life intact without sacrificing how I run my practice. Hollie also describes some of the ways we can improve efficiency without overhauling our system.

"Everybody has something to report." - Hollie Bryant

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• My dental practice performance in 2019 and where I fell short on.
• Why I have a shorter bandwidth today than I did ten years ago.
• What it means to truly replace ourselves in everything we do.
• What Hollie noticed about the practice and what can be improved.
• Evaluating the financial aspect of my practice and how we can grow further.
• Why your personal life is not negotiable.
• Replacing me in the morning huddle around the office.
• The importance of learning how to do things manually.
• Thoughts on shift work and how we can make it fit our system.

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "Systems gets diluted if they're not properly trained on." Hollie Bryant
• "When you don't reach where you want to reach, it's not a trick that's going to get you there but looking at some of the fundamentals in your practice." - T-Bone
• "To me, the first step to moving forward is to reflect on the fundamentals." - T-Bone

Connect with Hollie Bryant:

• Bryant Consultants

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Dr. Christian Yaste is the Co-Founder and Owner of Ballantyne Center For Dentistry, Charlotte’s premier sedation, implant, and cosmetic dentistry provider. They’re proud to offer all-in-one dental care in one convenient location. Some of Christian’s qualifications include cosmetic restorative procedures, full mouth rehabilitation, veneers, restoration crowns, and dentures. Dr. Christian is passionate about utilizing the latest dental technology and finding cost-effective solutions for both dentists and patients. 

In today’s episode, Christian discusses marketing for dental practices and how to do it effectively. He describes the audience you should be targeting based on the services you offer and those you want to highlight. He explains the difference between marketing for general dentistry and marketing for specific services. Christian also shares how you can best use your marketing budget in the most cost-effective way possible. 

"Marketing's a big confusing area that causes a lot of frustrations with a lot of dentists." - Christian Yaste

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

●      What Christian specializes in and his marketing strategies.

●      How dentists can get better results in marketing.

●      Why he doesn't use Facebook to generate leads.

●      Why many dentists struggle to adjust to the changes in marketing.

●      The difference between marketing for general dentistry and specialized services.

●      Knowing the most cost-effective way to use your marketing budget.

Our Favorite Quotes:

●      "We have traditional marketing, now we have digital marketing. Two completely different things, but they work together." - Christian Yaste

●      "When we're sending information out to people, it's just noise. Our job is to get that to make music." - Christian Yaste

●      "We don't want people to leave out that door. We want to keep people in our practice because hygiene is a whole other business within itself." - Christian Yaste

Connect with Christian Yaste

●      Ballantyne Center for Dentistry

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Kris Aadland is the owner of Aadland Dental, a dental practice in the Vancouver, Washington area. She is also a faculty member of Implant Pathway, a group that offers continued education that helps dentists learn everything they need to know about surgical placement of dental implants. Kris completed her undergraduate work at Oregon State University and went to Oregon Health Sciences University for dental school. She has always dreamed of running her own practice, and with hard work and focus, Kris realized this dream in 2009 - a year when many practices were closing shop and filing for bankruptcy.

Today, Kris joins us to share what she’s been up to since we last had her on the show. She describes the transition she’s made when it came to reducing her working days and how she convinced herself that doing more isn’t the only way to grow. She explains the services her practice currently offers and why she’s still a bit anxious when it comes to tooth extractions. Kris also discusses how the pandemic allowed her to focus on her practice beyond the number of work hours she commits to every week.

"If I really wanted to go to that next step and really grow, I had to expand services." - Kris Aadland

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• Kris' business model and why she wasn't into implants before.
• Why Kris is still hesitant when it comes to tooth extraction services.
• How COVID enabled Kris to successfully try services she feared doing.
• The work schedule Kris has and why she slowed down and cut working days.
• Why growing a business doesn't have to mean having a busy practice.
• Addressing the fear of doing things differently.
• Why it took Kris so long to cut her work days.
• My thoughts on creating and repurposing content.

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "It's scary not to keep growing, and the way I always thought the way to push forward was to get busier." - Kris Aadland
• “It was terrifying to slow down because you don’t want to lose patients and trajectory, but I was definitely working harder, not smarter.” - Kris Aadland
• "If I really wanted to go to that next step and really grow, I had to expand services." - Kris Aadland

Resources Mentioned:

• Climbing Out of Your Career Plateau with Kris Aadland

Connect With Kris Aadland:

• Aadland Dental
• Implant Pathway
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Email: krisaadlanddmd@gmail.com

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You’re doing great, but you can do even better!
 
Take your business to the next level with tools designed to optimize your operations and increase your profits. 
 
In this week’s episode of Dentistry Made Simple, you’ll learn that great things happen only to those who commit to constantly growing their work. Watch it and see how you can optimize your business!
 
Keep improving! The only way to go is up.

Being a strong leader is very challenging even when things are running well. Making sure that everyone is on the same page, that work is done correctly, and all team members get the attention and support they need to thrive isn’t an easy task. When you add in any external complication, being a strong leader is even more difficult. 

When your business is experiencing a crisis, your attention is pulled in a million different directions. Imagine when another crisis strikes you when you are just getting out of the previous one. Dentists, especially those who are practice owners, have additional stress, and it can be difficult for our teams to focus on their jobs with so many other factors weighing on them.

As the owner and leader of an organization, it’s your job to support your team to remain efficient and ensure each member is taken care of — but when you’re also feeling the external pressure of whatever crisis you’re going through, it’s difficult to know what to do. 

In this week’s episode, we talk with Dr. Brett Wells, the Owner/ President at Wells Family Dental Group and the Founder/CEO at DentalHQ, who shares his experience of the two months shut down due to COVID-19. He also discusses what to do when one team member tests positive for COVID-19. Dr. Brett shares how emotionally he got when he watched live on the news when someone threw a brick at his dental practice’s front window located in the heart of Downtown Raleigh. He also shares how so many people reached out to show support. He explains how local and state leadership failed for him. 

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

●      Three business crises in a short period of time

●      Dealing with team member testing positive for COVID-19

●      Being a strong leader for your organization during difficult times

●      How local and state leadership fails to business owners

Our Favorite Quotes:

·       “The whole COVID-19 crisis has been a crisis of leadership.”

·       “I was prepared to lose a lot of my team members over COVID-19.” 

·       “The first thing to do is to mentally prepare your entire team before something happens.” 

·       “And they pan-over the camera really quick and I saw someone throwing a brick at my front window.” 

·       “Now we are the main picture in the local news about the clean-up effort.” 

·       “We are a tight industry, but so many have reached out.”

·       “It was more the emotions felt than the physical damage.” 

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Do you need to do some strategic planning so that you can move forward with implementing the changes that will benefit your dental practice? Do you have questions about that process and challenges along the way? In this episode, Dr. Mitesh Dhulab shares his story and the questions he has about what is next for his practice. This fast-paced conversation addresses more elements of a dental practice than can be listed here - Listen in to learn from Dr. Dhulab and T-Bone’s experience and decide what changes may help your practice to grow and move forward.

Every dental practice has its own challenges when it comes to growth and change. In today’s episode, Dr. Mitesh Dhulab talks about the challenges he is facing and the growth he would like to see in his practice and gets some great advice from T-Bone. Do you want to get more patients and be able to do more complete dentistry? Listen to this conversation for practi--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tbonespeaks/message

In this solo episode, I discuss the key focus areas for training and upskilling your dental associates. This will ensure that your dental business isn't reliant on your direct input. From endodontics to efficiency, your associates should be capable of streamlining the practice, giving you the freedom to use your time for personal pursuits or learning new skills to propel your business growth!

@3:32 Importance of having an Associate

@5:59 The need to level up Associates

@8:57 Upskilling Associates: Key Focus Areas

@13:07 Callibrated Scheduled Time of Diagnosis

@15:18 Introducing Priority Schedules

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

Do you want to keep your practice up-to-date and competitive in today’s market? Adding implantology to your dental practice is a great way to do it. On this episode, Dr. Justin Moody, world-renowned implant educator, talks with T-Bone about everything to do with dental implants. Listen in to learn about what implants do for your practice life and for your patients, how to determine if implants are indeed a good choice for your practice, and how to find the training program that will be best for you.

Many small-town dentists make the mistaken assumption that adding implantology can only be done in a bigger city where there are more resources and people. On this episode, Dr. Justin Moody describes how he brought implantology to his previous clinic in a small town in Nebraska, and the benefit that he was able to provide for patients from miles around. Before you decide that implantology is not for you, listen to this podcast a--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tbonespeaks/message

In this episode, Dr. Tarun answers some of your questions this month on ‘Dentistry Made Simple with T-Bone’ and gives us inspiring ideas and knowledge that surely is not only wise but also practical.. From the membrane method for implants to having a sleep-champion team member, Dr. Tarun and Meredith got you covered.

3:17 Using Membrane for effective implants

6:25 Case Planning Strategies and Softwares

10:50 What it takes to be a Sleep Champion?

15:47 Improving team members via Role-Playing

Wondering where to get started and how dental implants can transform the way you practice dentistry?

Adding dental implants to my practice has really leveled up both my clinical game and business prospects. The extra income from implants has allowed me to explore new opportunities. Diving into implant education has not only opened up my schedule but also brought a lot of joy to my dental work. Now, a good chunk of what I do clinically revolves around dental implants, and it's not only boosted revenue but also made my work more fulfilling.

@00:36:3 The Transformative Power of Dental Implants

@1:34.7 Testimonial on 3D Dentist's Implant Course

@2: 27.5 3D Dentists' Approach to Implant Training
@3:34.0 Exploring Implants as a Career Choice
@7:31 8 Economics of Implant Dentistry
@15:12 Challenges in Implementing Implants
@17:15.2 Overcoming Challenges
@20:25.3 The Three Phases of Implant Journey
@ 20:44.0 Newbie Dentist's Plan
@21:56.9 Expanding Dentist's Plan
@23:21.1 Scaling Dentist's Plan

Visit https://3d-dentists.com/ for our courses!

Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 

LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?

Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

We’re living in a world where you either keep up or get left behind, and this is especially applicable in the dental profession. The tools we use and the procedures we do are always evolving, meaning you can never be too up-to-date with the latest in dentistry. How do you pick the right CEs? What are some of the things you need to do to get the most out of your CEs?

Today, I’ll discuss how CEs improve your practice and how the value you get from expensive CEs are worth it. I describe the preparations required to maximize your CE experience. I explain why you sometimes have to get bad CEs. I share the key reasons why all your team members have to attend CEs. I also discuss the reasons why CEs that get you started quickly are the most imperative. 

"Quite frankly, whether I liked or didn't like it, I needed CEs for my practice." - Tarun Agarwal

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

• Making the most out of your CE time and money
• The preparations and plans you need before, during, and after the CE course
• The types of CEs available to dentists and the one they love most 
• How to choose the right CE
• The CEs I took to survive and thrive
• My view of CEs when I was a small business and my views of CEs today
• Why you should take some "dud" CEs.
• What team members to take to CE
• The common denominators on my most effective CE programs
• The significance of telling your team how important CEs are to you
• How to get the most out of CEs
• The value of learning something that gets you started the fastest

Our Favorite Quotes:

• "When it becomes important to you, it becomes important to them."
• "When you go to CE, do the procedure the week you get back."
• "If you only take great CEs, you're not pushing yourself." - Tarun Agarwal

Resources Mentioned:

• Digital Implant Continuum Express

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

In this episode, Dr. Tarun and Meredith explored the benefits of hiring new team members for a business. One key benefit is the ability to redistribute tasks and responsibilities among the team, freeing up time for existing team members to focus on other priorities. Additionally, bringing on new team members allows for coverage of tasks that may otherwise go unfulfilled, helping to ensure smooth operations in the workplace.

Make sure to watch out for the key concepts in this episode:

6:24 Should you hire a new team member?

8:59 Positive effects on the business

11:49 Work Positions and Benefits 

22:26 Financial Issues

24:49 Setting work boundaries


Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?
Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

On today’s episode we talk about incentivizing your Team, but especially why is important to make them work and think as a team.

Ever wondered why your dental practice's bank account isn't growing like it used to? 

In this episode, after a short summer break, Meredith Cooper Jones and I are back to tackle the common issue of feeling the financial pinch. Whether it's a revenue, collections, cost of materials, or spending issue, I'll break down how to identify and address each area without overcomplicating your practice. I'll share personal anecdotes about balancing work and family, insights from mastermind sessions, and actionable tips on managing increased costs.

@03:21 Types of Financial Pinches
@08:44 Handling Financial Strain
@10:43 Navigating Uncertainty
@12:50 Improving Your Practice
@14:30 Managing Practice Finances


Connect with Dr. Tarun Agarwal,DDS 
LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/tbonespeaks/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tbonespeaks
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tbonespeaks
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tbonespeaks

Who is Dr. Tarun Agarwal?
Dr. Tarun Agarwal, DDS is considered one of the top dentists in the country. He is a recognized speaker, author, and dental leader. He has been featured on CBS, NBC, ABC, FOX, and News 14 Carolina. Dr. Agarwal has been awarded '40 under 40' Business Leaders by the Triangle Business Journal.

He is regularly invited to teach other dentists around the world and recently built a training center within the practice dedicated to sharing his expertise.

Most importantly he is a dedicated father of three wonderful children. His biggest accolade was being voted 'Best Dad in the World' by 2 of his 3 kids.

On the latest episode of the T-Bone Speaks show, I talk with Dr. Kristina Palmer.

Kristina grew up in Michigan and later moved to Milwaukee to attend dental school at Marquette University. She graduated in 2005 and immediately knew she wanted to own her own dental practice. In 2012, those dreams were realized when she bought Kristina Palmer DDS.

We discussed:

• The evolution of Kristina’s practice and how it has changed over the years
• How to get started with sleep apnea
• Marketing tips and learning how to market new services to your existing patients
• Importance of having ‘procedure champions’ in your team
• Implementing sleep apnea and other sleep dentistry services to your practice
• Transitioning from student to teacher in regards to new procedures at your practice
• Sleep as a team driven process and the low overhead costs of getting started
• When you sho--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tbonespeaks/message