Dental Realist Podcast
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★ - 12 ratingsWe are real practicing dentists who have a passion for giving pre-dental, dental students, and new dentists the unfiltered information they need to succeed and thrive in dentistry. We’ve experienced first hand what it’s like to want to be a dentist, travel down the road of education, and then embark on a career in dentistry.
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Episodes
Episode 13 - Building Patient Trust and Value
July 27, 2016 19:38 - 1 hour - 29.4 MBIn this episode, we discuss Imtiaz Manji's ebook called Trust and Value: A Field Guide To Today's Dental Patients. We go in depth on the great patient traits, key patient behaviors, and how to interact with a variety of dental patients. This episode will give you invaluable insight into how to interact with the many different types of patients you will meet in private practice and dental school. Contact us: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Dental...
Episode 12 - Dental School Admissions w/ Brian Trecek of Marquette University School of Dentistry
July 04, 2016 22:12 - 52 minutes - 24.2 MBIn this episode we are joined by Brian Trecek, Director of Admissions at Marquette University School of Dentistry. Mr. Trecek discusses the many aspects of the dental school application and interview process. What makes an applicant stand out? How should an applicant prepare for dental school interviews? What types of undergrad degrees can best prepare an applicant for dental school? We discuss all of this and much, much more. This episode gives unique insight into how to prepare for dental ...
Episode 11 - Zero Cost Practice Boosters
June 26, 2016 15:07 - 52 minutes - 24 MBIn this episode we discuss many of the common sense and inexpensive ways to help improve your practice. No expensive equipment or products required. What message are you sending to your patients? How can you pleasantly surprise your patients? How can marketing money be best used? Are you attending the right CE courses? Is your lab helping you convey the right image? We discuss all of this and more! All episodes are available on iTunes and Libsyn. Contact us: Twitter: @dentalrealist ...
Episode 10 - The Many Opportunities of the Dentist and the Importance of Being Likeable
June 13, 2016 22:53 - 55 minutes - 51 MBIn 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? Contact us at: [email protected] Twitter: @DentalRealist Facebook: Dental Realist
Episode 9 - The Unique Dentist-Patient Relationship
May 16, 2016 13:53 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBIn 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! Contact us: Twitter: @dentalrealist Email: [email protected] LinkedIn: Dental Realist Facebook: Dental Real...
Episode 8 - Staffing- A Critical Part of Your Practice
May 02, 2016 23:10 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBIn 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 You can contact us with any questions or comments at: [email protected] Twitter: @DentalRealist
Episode 7 - Financial Pitfalls and Solutions w/ Jordan Youngblade
April 14, 2016 18:37 - 47 minutes - 21.7 MBIn 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! Contact us! Twitter: @dentalrealist LinkedIn: Dental Realist Email: denta...
Episode 6 - How Insurance Is Changing Dentistry
April 01, 2016 04:31 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBIn 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 ex...
Episode 5 - Surviving Dental School
March 21, 2016 16:15 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBIn 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 Please contact us with any questions or comments: [email protected] Twitter: @DentalRealist Facebook: Dental Realist Also you can find our book "So You Want To Be A Dentist?" on Amazon and ibooks.
Episode 4 - Stress In Dentistry
March 01, 2016 18:47 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBIn 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. Contact us! Twitter:...
Episode 3 - Myths vs Reality of Dentistry
February 22, 2016 19:15 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBIn 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 experi...
Episode 2 - The Importance of Controlling Debt
February 06, 2016 00:17 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBIn this podcast we discuss many facets of debt that are facing dentists today: - Good vs. Bad Debt (Necessary vs. Unnecessary) - R.O.I. (Return on Investment) - Educational Debt - Business Debt - Personal Debt - Income outlook to service the debt
Episode 1- Helping Dentists
February 01, 2016 04:54 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBThe Dental Realist Podcast is unlike any other dental podcast. As three practicing dentists we have learned many things that we wish we'd known before dental school graduation, and we are here to give future, new, and veteran dentists the help they need to have a more enjoyable career. In our pilot episode we discuss: -Our story -Why we wanted to start the Dental Realist Podcast -What topics will be discussed on future episodes -What topics won't be discussed on future episodes -Our ...