Project ConfiDents

Why do so many dental associates burn out, get fired, or feel stuck while others quietly build thriving, long-term careers in the exact same job market? In this episode of Project ConfiDents , we unpack why dental associateships fail and how associate dentists can set themselves up for real, sustainable success. We cover the biggest mistakes new grad dentists and experienced associates make, inclu...

Have you ever felt like you’re failing at both work and life no matter how hard you try to “balance” everything? You’re not alone, and the truth might surprise you: balance isn’t the goal at all. In this episode of ConfiDents , Dr. Diana Nguyen and Dr. Amrita Patel challenges the myth of perfect work-life balance and shares what actually works for busy professionals, especially those in demanding,...

Have you ever cried over a plastic tooth or stayed awake at night worrying about a bad patient review? In this episode of Project Confidence, Dr. Diana Nguyen and Dr. Amrita Patel get real about the times they almost walked away from dentistry. They share intimate stories about the struggles of dental school sim labs, the isolation of practicing in a new state, and the challenges of dealing with u...

You're hearing all kinds of opinions about NYU Dental, its cost, its reputation, its massive class size, but is it actually worth it? Before you make up your mind, here’s the honest look you won’t find on any brochure. In this episode of Project ConfiDents, Dr. Diana Nguyen and Dr. Amrita Patel dive straight into the question every future dental student eventually faces: Is NYU Dental worth it...

Choosing between dental practice ownership and associateship is one of the most defining career decisions a dentist will ever make. In this episode of Project ConfiDents we cut through recycled advice and explore the real stories behind freedom, fortune, burnout, leadership, and the evolving dental economy. In this conversation Dr. Diana Nguyen and Dr. Amrita Patel dive deep into what it truly mea...

Ever feel like you’re not good enough, even after years of training and hard work? In this episode of Project ConfiDents , Dr. Amrita Patel and Dr. Diana Nguyen open up about the all-too-common struggle of imposter syndrome in dentistry . That nagging belief that your success is just luck and you’re one step away from being “found out.” Drawing from their own experiences in dental school and beyon...

What dental school didn’t teach but every new dentist needs to know. Let’s be honest, dental school gives you the skills, but not the full picture. In this episode, Dr. Amrita Patel and Dr. Diana Nguyen talk about what really happens once you step into the real world as a new dentist. They share what they wish someone told them. How networking early can open doors, how to stop comparing yourself t...