The Future of Dentistry: Recent Episodes
Dental Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne is joined by a true luminary in the field, Dr. Robert M. Maguire. With over three decades of experience in his thriving solo fee-for-service dental practice, Dr. Maguire brings a unique blend of technical mastery, management prowess, and exceptional communication skills to the forefront of modern dentistry. A Navy Veteran with a DDS from Georgetown University School of Dentistry and a Master of Arts Degree in Strategic Communication and Leadership, his impressive credentials are matched only by his passion for helping dental professionals and their teams succeed.
During the conversation, Dr. Maguire shares his insights on the "Hands, Head, and Heart Philosophy" that underpins his approach to dentistry. He emphasizes the importance of looking for the bright spots in both life and one's dental career, highlighting the transformative power of positivity. Dr. Maguire also underscores the significance of collaboration, urging dentists to seek help in areas where they may not excel and fostering a culture of teamwork. Furthermore, he delves into the art of effective communication, stressing the need to engage in dialogues rather than monologues, both with team members and in all relationships. As a leader in dentistry and a certified trainer for the DISC Personality Assessment Tool, Dr. Maguire offers practical advice for growing dental practices by honing communication skills and implementing after-action reviews for continuous improvement.
Tune in to this episode to gain some wisdom from a true visionary in the world of dentistry, Dr. Robert Maguire!
Mentions and Links:
Dr. Peter Dawson
Dr. Tom McDougal
Dr. Pankey
The Economics of Great Communication Lecture
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit http://dentalentrepreneur.com .
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In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy talks to Maggie Augustyn, FAAIP, FICOI. Dr. Augustyn is the owner of Happy Tooth and is featured in the Winter 2023 edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine.
The two discuss Dr. Augustyn’s article “I’ve Arrived from $100 in the Bank to Generational Wealth in Less Than 3 Years” and how she found her purpose by doing what she loves. She also explains the importance of recognizing not just your weaknesses but strengths as well, and how she likes to think about entrepreneurs as people who can inspire others to be the best versions of themselves.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit http://dentalentrepreneur.com .
Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.
Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.
Read the latest edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine here.
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Josh and Joanna Scott. Josh is the CE & Co-Founder of Studio 88, and Joanna is the Business Development Director.
Josh and Joanna explain how they support their clients, and Anne describes her personal experience working with Studio 88. They discuss their mission, and how they help clients the their stories.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit http://dentalentrepreneur.com .
Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.
Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.
Read the latest edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine here.
References:
Studio 88
http://S8e8.com
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Ryan Vet. Ryan is a business leader, entrepreneur, speaker, author, and investor.
He and Anne discuss Ryan’s entrepreneurial history, starting when he was just 7 years old. He explains how he got into the dental industry, and what drove him to dive into leadership as a speaker.
The two additionally talk about Speaking Consulting Network’s upcoming summit, and Ryan explains characteristics that he thinks enables entrepreneurs to achieve all that they want to.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit http://dentalentrepreneur.com .
Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.
Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.
Read the latest edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine here.
References:
http://Ryanvet.com
http://speakingconsultingnetwork.com
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Karan Nijhawan. Karan is a mentor, coach, and speaker who helps people in dentistry create and live their dream life.
Karan Nijhawan discusses how it feels to make a lot of money vs. feeling fulfilled, and explains that the two aren’t always compatible. He advises listeners on how to price themselves, as well as how to attract their ideal customer. Karan and Anne discuss their favorite part of attending events, and Karan explains why he has a “no business cards allowed” policy at all of his events.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit http://dentalentrepreneur.com .
Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.
Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.
Read the latest edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine here.
References:
http://karannijhawan.com/profitableretreats
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Chad Bushman. Chad is the vice president and general manager of dental sales for Patterson Dental. Anne and Chad discuss how quickly technology in dentistry is progressing, and how new technology can improve a patient’s experience in the operatory. Chad also details the importance of building relationships when working in sales, and the way that Patterson Dental provides continued support after offices have purchased from them.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.
Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.
Read the Summer 2022 edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine here.
References:
Patterson Dental
pattersondental.com
On this episode of the Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by Travis Rodgers and Jim Gerson. Travis and Jim are both dental entrepreneurs and tech extraordinaires. Travis and Jim discuss the changes happening in the dental and medical spaces, including certain features becoming cloud-based. They also discuss the change in patient expectations since the pandemic, and how to keep up with that. The two explain the new uses of AI (artificial intelligence) that can be implemented in a dental practice, and the importance of teledentistry.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
Travis Rodgers:
- Drdds.com
- Travisrodgers.com
Jim Gerson:
- Carestack.com
- Jgerson@carestack.com
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Jane Levy. Jane Levy is currently the Co-CEO of Plan Forward, a company that partners with dental practices to create, implement, grow, and maintain dental membership plans. Jane Levy explains how she left her home country of South Africa to pursue business and entrepreneurship in New York City. The two relate about the fact that entrepreneurship is a rollercoaster, but is ultimately rewarding. Jane and Anne explain the benefits that both patients and practitioners can experience if more dental practices implement membership plans into their practice. Jane also talks about the future goals of Plan Forward.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
Become a De member using this link.
References:
Plan Forward planforward.io
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Tom Snyder, DMD, MBA. Dr. Snyder is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and consultant who has been advising dentists for over 30 years.
Anne and Dr. Snyder discuss predictions for the future of dentistry, such as statistics on the upward trend of younger dentists wanting to co-own their practices instead of owning by themselves. Dr. Snyder advises listeners on the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people who will help you grow a successful business, including having an accountant who is experienced with dentists.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
Tom.snyder@henryschein.com
In this episode of the Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Mike McCarthy. Mike is the CMO of vTail, an app that provides clinicians with simple access to dental product information and support. Anne and Mike discuss how Mike got into the dental industry, and how he came out of retirement to be the CMO of vTail. The two discuss the ever-changing technology of the dental world, and the benefits of seeing how younger dentists communicate using their phones. Mike explains how vTail makes communication between dental clinicians and sales representatives so much easier than before.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
vtail.co
De and DeW members can sign up through vtail.com/de or vtail.com/dew
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Vanessa Emerson, the founder of the Dental Speaker Institute and Dental Speakers Bureau.
Vanessa and Anne discuss how valuable it can be to learn to speak in front of a crowd, and how the Dental Speaker Institute helps make that happen. Vanessa details the three-hour workshop she offers that can show the viewer exactly what their path to speaking or consulting could look like. The two describe how similar the DeW and Dental Speaker Institute communities are, especially because they’re filled with individuals who inspire and uplift each other. Vanessa explains her goal of continuing to grow a community of people who feel that they have something more to give to the world, and are tired of being an island.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
dentalspeakerinstitute.com
speakindentistry.com
helpmegetbooked.com
ampmyresults.com
info@thedentalspeaker.com
WEvolution conference - May 5 & 6, 2023
toastmasters.org (Toastmaster international)
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dr. Eric Block. Dr. Block is the founder of Deals for Dentists, the author of “The Stress-Free Dentist” and “Stress-Free Dental Implants,” as well as the host of the podcast “Deals for Dentists.”
Dr. Block shares the story of how he made the decision to pursue dentistry, despite starting school as a business major. He describes feeling burnt out in his profession, and his eureka moment of realizing that he couldn’t live with all of that stress. He also discusses his history of studying psychology, his journey through therapy, and how he was able to write two books once he was able to overcome his self-doubt.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
“The Stress-Free Dentist” & “Stress-Free Dental Implants,” both available on Amazon Deals for Dentists podcast
dealsfordentists.com
thestressfreedentist.com
info@thestressfreedentist.com
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Shawn Peers. Shawn is the president and CEO of Dental Peers, and DeW-de Extraordinaire.
Shawn explains how his desire to partake in something more community-based than the legal industry led him to merge his legal background with the dental industry. Anne and Shawn discuss the pain points that practitioners face when trying to buy dental products, and how Dental Peers helps them.
They also discuss uplifting women in the dental industry, and how that can benefit everyone involved.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
Dental Peers
Golden Girls of Dentistry
Dentalpeers.ca
shawnpeers@rogers.com
shawn@dentalpeers.ca
(613) 867-8502
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dr. Jeff Buske, a dental professional practicing in Granbury, TX and the host of the Jumpstart with Jeff podcast.
Dr. Buske recalls his 25 years of practice, including working with his fantastic mentor, Dr. Bruce Baird. Dr. Buske describes the mindset shift that changed his outlook on his career, and the importance of celebrating little victories every day. He details his upcoming event titled “Be The Man Conference,” which is an event that helps to give men the tools they need to be better husbands, fathers, businessmen, and feel like they have a purpose.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
“Be the Man” conference, November 11-13, 2022
bethemancon.com
Jumpstart with Jeff podcast
LinkedIn: Jeffrey T. Buske
In this episode of the Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy speaks with Dr. Sharon Parsons. Dr. Parsons is the owner of her practice, Dental Associates of Bexley, located in Columbus, OH. She is the president of the Ohio Dental Association, and is a member of the American Dental Association.
Dr. Parsons describes her history at her current dental practice, and she and Anne discuss balancing family life with work when their children were young. Dr. Parsons goes on to discuss how she achieved the Lucy Hobbs Award through her work educating prescribers about addiction.
Dr. Parsons explains changes that are happening in the dental and medical industries in order to prevent addiction and save the lives of patients. She shares information about her nonprofit “A Voice for Sean,” and the personal story that led her to start it.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com
References:
avoiceforsean.org
ada.org
Content warning: addiction, drug use, overdose
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Earl Douglas, DDS, MBA. Dr. Douglas is the principal of ADS South, LLC. ADS South, LLC assists dentists with practice transition, appraisal, associateship services, and pre-retirement transition support.
Dr. Douglas shares sage advice about the first steps to take when one is looking to own a dental practice, as well as some wise words about ensuring that you are profiting off of your dental practice. He and Anne discuss how important it is to have dental-specific resources such as attorneys and accountants. Dr. Douglas wraps up by sharing his thoughts on owning a profession vs. owning a business.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Travis Rodgers. Rodgers is a dental software expert and the CEO of DrDDS Innovations. Travis Rodgers shares his thoughts on choosing the right practice management software for one’s business, and the current technology available to dentists. He discusses advancements in technology and the movement toward cloud-based products. The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
In this episode of the Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by Arash Hakhamian, DDS, who wrote “My Story,” the cover article for the Spring 2022 edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine. He is the CEO of Dentulu, whose mission statement is “to provide ongoing solutions to consumers, doctors, and industry service providers around the world through affordable and innovative technology while increasing access to care.”
Dr. Arash takes Anne through his history in dentistry, from passing out toothbrushes and toothpaste to the local homeless population with his family to creating his own mobile dental business, owning a practice, and starting Dentulu. He shares some of his experiences providing dental services for the Special Olympics and volunteering internationally. Dr. Arash also explains the hilarious story of how he was able to attend a software developer conference in San Francisco despite not being a developer, and how he was able to find a programmer to partner with to create Dentulu.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References: Dentulu.com
“The Uberization of Dentsitry” talk, Global Summit 2021 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-cwNaSwhvo)
Intraoral camera (https://store.dentulu.com/)
Email: arash@dentulu.com
In this can’t-miss episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Barb Stackhouse, RDH, M.Ed. Stackhouse is the founder of More to Life Coaching, and the author of “Profit First for Dentists.” Her mission is to help dentists gain control of the financial side of their practice so they can find the freedom they desire, and enjoy more in life.
Barb Stackhouse details a gap that she saw in the dental industry when it came to a behavioral system regarding money. After reading Mike Michalowicz’s “Profit First,” she knew she could apply it to dentistry, and help her dental peers. She lists the four valuable principles of “Profit First,” discusses the freedom that comes with having money in the bank, and explains the difference between growing a practice, and growing a practice with the intention of profit.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References: “Profit First” by Mike Michalowicz
“Profit First for Dentists” by Barb Stackhouse, RDH, M.Ed and Drew Hinrichs
profitfirstdentist.com
In this episode of The Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by David Rice, DDS. Dr. Rice is the founder of IgniteDDS, whose mission is “to educate, encourage, and empower both dental students and practicing dentists.”
The two discuss the power of picking yourself up after failing, and the importance of asking for help. Dr. Rice explains the three types of mentors he believes that everyone needs, building a good office culture, and creating a legacy.
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.
References:
IgniteDDS
Instagram: @ignitedds
Facebook: @ignitedds
Email: David.rice@ignitedds.com
In the first ever episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dirk Fleischman, DDS. Dr. Fleischman is a mentor to many, and works to bridge the gap between experienced dental professionals, and future dental professionals.
Dr. Fleischman discusses the crossroads that set him on the path to dentistry, and his own mentors who have helped him along the way. Dr. Fleischman and Anne discuss what makes a strong relationship between a mentor and a mentee, and how to seek out a good mentor. Additionally, they discuss the importance of knowing whether one’s skills are best used to own a dental practice, or to support the owner of the practice. They also explain that a key asset of dentistry is connection with peers, because after all, “If you don’t schmooze, you lose.”
The Future of Dentistry Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur (De), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. Dental Entrepreneur is the informational hub that provides the insight, knowledge, and data to empower you to make informed decisions about your professional future. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dentalentrepreneur.com.