The Dental Download

As we head into 2026, this episode of The Dental Download is all about setting intentional, specific clinical goals that elevate patient care, communication, and long-term fulfillment in practice. I’m walking through how reflection and motivation lay the foundation for meaningful goal setting. And, why clinical growth doesn’t happen by staying in your comfort zone. We dive into what excellence tru...

* ** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.twinleafadv.com/ ⁠⁠⁠⁠ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. What does a fulfilling dental career actually look like—especially when you want both professional growth and a life outside the office? 🦷✨ In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Anna Morris , a general dentist and mom, to talk about m...

Consider this my Dentist 2025 Wrapped 🎧🦷 In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what 2025 really looked like behind the scenes of my dental career—numbers, growth, lessons, and all. I’m sharing a full annual review as a dentist , including production goals, patient care milestones, and how much I actually worked this year. We talk real stats (new patients, fillings, crowns, collections...

Thinking about buying a dental practice but overwhelmed by insurance, student loans, and timing? 🦷💼In this episode, we’re joined by Jim Kachmar to break down what dentists actually need to know before taking the leap into practice ownership. We cover the often-overlooked (but critical) topics of disability insurance, life insurance, and student debt strategy, and how these financial decisions ca...

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Learn More About A-Dec*: https://bit.ly/3M6Hbfr In this episode, Dr. Hannah shares her journey from dental school to becoming a pediatric dentist. She discusses her experiences during residency, the challenges of passing oral boards, and her passion for working with children. Dr. Hannah also provides valuable insights for those considering a career in pediatric dentistry, including tips for reside...

** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: ⁠⁠ https://www.twinleafadv.com/ ⁠⁠ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. This episode is all about embracing your own unique timeline and letting go of the pressure to compare yourself to others. We break down why jealousy happens, how to acknowledge it without shame, and how these emotions can actually guide you...

** A-Dec Smart Start: https://www.a-dec.com/new-dental-practice Stepping into your first dental job can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode of The Dental Download , Haley is joined by Matthew Nelson and Michelle Coker to break down the biggest mistakes new dentists make and how to avoid them. Whether you're evaluating job offers, shadowing potential emplo...

*** Save now with Net32: https://net32.com/dentaldownload Answering some of your most asked questions about life as a new dentist! From challenges, comparison, self-doubt and building confidence, Dr. Haley opens up about many aspects of life as an associate dentist in private practice. Engage with the podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.c...

Save with Net32 Dental Supplies*: https://net32.com/dentaldownload In this episode, Dr. Madison LeBlanc joins us to share her inspiring journey through dental school and her current experience as a third-year oral and maxillofacial surgery (OMFS) resident at the University of Michigan. She opens up about what motivated her to pursue OMFS, how a gap year job in oral surgery shaped her path, and the...

** A-Dec Smart Start: https://bit.ly/4oGoIUV Dr. Haley shares valuable insights on personal growth, emphasizing the importance of reading and self-improvement for dental professionals. She discusses various book recommendations across categories such as life direction, motivation, dental practice management, communication skills, and financial literacy. Dr. Haley encourages listeners to explore th...

** Save on supplies with Net32: https://net32.com/dentaldownload Ever wonder how some new grad dentists seem to be thriving, while others are struggling to get through the week? Dr. Haley and Dr. Brandon are both thriving in their very different practice models as associate dentists. Listen in to this candid discussion on HOW these two young dentists took different paths and both ended up feeling...

** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. Dental School education can only fit so much into four years. Dr Haley shares what the system is lacking to prepare new grads for the real world of working in private practice. She also shares tips and places to learn for how she has grown in thes...

** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: ⁠ https://www.twinleafadv.com/ ⁠ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. Two dentists sit to discuss what can be learned from different practice models and shed light on some challenges that new grad dentists will face. Dr. Thanh dives deep into his journey in dentistry, from his education to his experiences in var...

A-Dec Guide**: https://bit.ly/3JY3KBY Want to know what is actually worthwhile in dental school?! Dr Haley shares some of the most valuable things dental school taught her and what has stuck with her through her first years of private practice! Engage with the podcast on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dentaldownloadpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Save Now With A-Dec Smart Start: https://bit.ly/41VIHWR Dr. Madison Brown shares her journey as a new dentist, discussing her experiences in dental school, the challenges of finding a job in California that she enjoys, and the importance of networking. She reflects on her decision not to pursue a general dentistry residency, her vision for future practice ownership, and the communication challenge...

*Find Savings with Net32*: ⁠⁠ https://net32.com/dentaldownload Dr. Haley, a new dentist, shares her experiences transitioning from dental school to private practice. She discusses the challenges of managing patient care, the importance of maintaining quality while increasing efficiency, and the significant mindset shifts required for success in the dental field. Hailey emphasizes the value of ment...

*Find Savings with Net32*: ⁠ https://net32.com/dentaldownload ⁠ Dr. Connie's Podcast: with Dr Haley ⁠https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/justaquickpinch/episodes/What-Was-Never-Said-delaying-convos--creating-bigger-burdens--scarcity-vs--abundant-money-mindset-ft--Dr--Haley-Schultz-e365l2g⁠ 💍 In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast , Dr. Connie Wang joins Dr. Haley. She opens up about...

SEE HOW A-DEC CREATES IDEAL ERGONOMICS**: https://bit.ly/4g3wzJ5 Dr. Haley chats about her experiences as a new dentist, sharing insights on favorite and least favorite procedures, patient interactions, preferred dental products, daily workflow, and continuing education. The conversation highlights the emotional aspects of dentistry, the importance of patient relationships, and the tools that enha...

**Find More Savings with: https://net32.com/dentaldownload Managing student loans is one of the biggest financial challenges facing dental students and new dentists today. Dr. Haley sits down with certified financial advisor John Kann to break down the latest updates in student loan repayment, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and what it means for borrowers. John explains the impact of the...

*Save with Net32*: https://net32.com/dentaldownload Starting your dental career comes with big decisions — one of the biggest is whether to work alone or alongside other dentists. In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast , Dr. Haley breaks down the pros and cons of solo practice versus multi-doctor settings, sharing insights from her own experience and stories from colleagues. She covers men...

In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast , Dr. Daniela Eversgerd shares her journey from growing up with a pediatric dentist mom to running her own successful cosmetic dental practice in Louisiana. She opens up about her passion for cosmetic dentistry and aesthetics , the role of mentorship and consulting in shaping her career, and how she balances being both a dentist and a mom. Dr. Eversge...

Wedding planning, building a custom home, and advancing clinical skills — Dr. Haley is tackling it all! In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast , she shares personal updates, lessons from her recent dental implant course , and tips for balancing life changes with career growth. From financial planning to the power of hands-on dental training and networking, this episode is packed with insig...

In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Varisha Parikh shares her journey to becoming a prosthodontist and starting her own dental practice. She discusses the challenges and rewards of prosthodontic residency, what inspired her to pursue this specialty, and the lessons she learned from working in different practice models. Dr. Parikh also opens up about the realities of dental practice...

In this episode, Dr. Haley Schultz reacts to the most common (and hilarious!) assumptions, stereotypes, and expectations people have about dentists. From “Do dentists secretly judge your teeth?” to “Do all dentists have perfect smiles and make six figures?”, Haley gives her honest take—what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what’s somewhere in between. She also breaks down myths about dental school, the...