Episode 14 – Pain in Dentistry w/ 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!

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Episode 11 – Zero-Cost Practice Boosters

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!

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Episode 10 – The Many Opportunities of the Dentist and the Importance of Being Likable

In Episode 10 we discuss:

Dentist job options and some pros and cons to each:
Solo owner
Associate
Partner
Education
Public health
Corporate practice employee
Group practice
Prison (working in one not being locked up :))

Why do you need to be likeable?

There is distrust in the general population. How does this spill over into dentistry?

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Episode 9 – The Unique Dentist-Patient Relationship

In this episode we discuss:

What makes an ideal patient?
What are some unique challenges of the dentist-patient relationship?
Is it possible to mold patient behavior?
How does staff contribute to the dentist-patient relationship?
How to handle specific patient comments and questions.

We also announce our book giveaway and some exciting practice opportunities!

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Episode 8 – Staffing: A Critical Part of Your Practice

In episode 8 we discuss staffing and cover the following:

– Idea differences from dental school to real life

– What makes a good staff member?

– What makes a bad staff member?

– Hiring challenges

– Interviewing

– Retaining staff

– Reasons for termination

– Importance of a policy manual

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Episode 7 – Financial Pitfalls and Solutions w/ Jordan Youngblade

In episode 7, we are joined by financial advisor Jordan Youngblade to discuss many of the financial pitfalls dentists fall into. We discuss some of the mistakes dentists make in debt management and retirement planning, what dental students can do while they are in dental school to help manage debt in the future, and the possibilities of buying a practice in today’s market. We cover all of these topics and more!

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Episode 6 – How Insurance Is Changing Dentistry

In Episode 6, we discuss how dental insurance is changing dentistry today.

How does dental insurance affect:

a patient’s treatment decisions?
a dentist’s treatment presentation?
a practice financially?

What are the benefits and downsides of dental insurance?

Is it possible to run a practice insurance free?

And much, much more!

Join us for some honest discussion with real dentists on the Dental Realist Podcast, a unique dental podcast for pre-dental students, dental students, and experienced dentists.

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Episode 5 – Surviving Dental School

In Episode 5 we discuss:

– A day in the life of a dental student

– Importance of being organized

– Preparing for exams

– Labs

– Clinic

– Extracurricular activities

– Finances

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Also you can find our book “So You Want To Be A Dentist?” on Amazon and ibooks.

Episode 4 – Stress in Dentistry

In episode 4 of the Dental Realist Podcast, we discuss the causes of stress in dentistry, the effects of the stress, and some ways to better manage that stress. We touch on the issues of confinement, isolation, personality conflicts, economic pressures, perfection expectations, and much more.

Join us for some honest discussion from real dentists on the Dental Realist Podcast, a unique dental podcast for pre-dental students, dental students, and experienced dentists.

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Episode 3 – Myths vs. Reality of Dentistry

In today’s episode we discuss many of the reasons pre-dental students cite for wanting to become a dentist. We had many of the same reasons and we discuss if they are fact or fiction, myth or reality. Do/did you want to be a dentist because of the prestige, lifestyle, to serve others, to be your own boss, or for the perceived low-stress work environment? We have some fun dissecting these and other reasons for becoming a dentist, and we think the pre-dental student, dental student, and experienced dentist can relate.

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