Smalltown Smalltalk

In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Howard Farran , founder of Dentaltown , to talk about where dentistry has been — and where it’s headed next. Howard shares the story behind Dentaltown and how creating connection in a traditionally isolated profession changed dentistry forever. We dive into the importance of ownership, the realities of the DSO model, and why business literacy is just...

Today on the podcast, we’re joined by Brenden—our trusted dental rep from Henry Schein and someone who’s deeply involved in the day-to-day of what makes our offices run. Brenden shares how he found his way into dentistry, why he genuinely loves what he does, and what separates an average rep from a great one. We also dig into what dentists can do to build stronger, more productive relationships wi...

Meet Erin, our January Employee Spotlight winner. Though she hasn’t been with Smalltown Dental long, she’s already made a huge impact and quickly proven herself to be a true rock star. Erin shares her personal journey, including how a life-changing accident reshaped her perspective at a young age and fueled her drive moving forward. She’s become an incredible asset to the fast-paced team at our De...

Today’s episode is one you’re going to feel. I’m sitting down with Dr. Henderson , one of those dentists who instantly puts you at ease the moment she walks into the room. She shares her journey into dentistry—what first sparked her interest, how that calling grew, and what ultimately led her to pursue a career focused on helping people feel confident, healthy, and truly cared for. Dr. Henderson t...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Vijeyta Bhatia , the newest doctor to join our Hopedale team. Dr. Bhatia shares her inspiring journey into dentistry, including how her faith played a central role in guiding her career path. She opens up about her upbringing and family roots in India, the values and work ethic she carries with her, and the incredible influence of her culture and community. Dr...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Karen Hutchinson , our dentist in Hopedale and the most experienced clinician on the Smalltown Dental team. Dr. Hutchinson shares her journey into dentistry, reflecting on how the profession has evolved over the years and what’s stayed constant—her passion for patient care and meaningful relationships. We talk about her life both inside and outside the office,...

Today, we’re excited to welcome Nikki, one of our standout dental hygienists at Smalltown Dental. Nikki has been a passionate advocate for our mission from the very beginning and has played a meaningful role in our growth over the years. She brings an upbeat, goofy energy to the office that patients absolutely love, and she’s truly become an invaluable asset to our team. In this episode, Nikki ope...

In today’s episode, we sit down with Hannah Emmons , a dedicated dental assistant from Smalltown Dental on 4th . Hannah shares why her office feels more like a family than a workplace, highlighting the strong camaraderie among the assistants and the deep appreciation she has for the company. She also opens up about her powerful experiences doing mission work in Jamaica, describing the impact it ha...

In this episode of Smalltown Smalltalk , Dr. Pete sits down with Angie, the Practice Manager at Smalltown Dental Kids . Angie shares her story of growing up, finding her way into the dental world, and discovering her passion for helping children and families. She shines a light on her incredible team, their tight-knit culture, and the energy that keeps the Kids office running at full speed. Angie...

In this episode, Lauren shares her story of growing up in Washington, chasing new experiences in Nashville, and ultimately finding her way back home. She opens up about her path into dental hygiene, what led her to join Smalltown Dental on Detroit, and what makes working there so special. Lauren’s laid-back personality shines through as she talks about balancing her career with her love for sports...

Get to know Rachael, our amazing hygienist out in Bloomington on Maloney. Hear about her story growing up in Atlanta and how she got into dentistry. Rachael is truly a special one for Smalltown and our patients are all lucky to have her!

Get to know Ashlee, our hygienist at Smalltown Dental Chillicothe. Get to know how she started in hygiene, her mission trip to Jamaica, her experience in Chillicothe, and more. She is one of the best!

Drew was kind enough to do a test run on the podcast on our road trip. Hear from Drew, our Clinical Success Manager at Smalltown, about his role in the company and his career path beginning as a dental assistant.

Get to know Jessica, Smalltown Dental's Regional Manager of Hygiene. Jess discusses juggling work/life balance with a new baby on the way, as well as her journey from hair dressing to hygiene. Jess speaks on her hygiene teams and what you can expect as a hygienist working for Smalltown Dental.

Get to know our September Spotlight winner- Tina, our practice manager at Smalltown Dental Bloomington.

Smalltown Dental Golf Outing September 19th Metamora Fields