Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

The Digital Orthodontist: Live!

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The Digital Orthodontist: Live is a video podcast hosted by orthodontist and digital marketing expert Dr. Kyle Fagala. In each episode, Dr. Kyle interviews a well-known orthodontist or member of the orthodontic industry live on Facebook. The show is a mix of traditional interview questions with interactive games for a nice mix of education and entertainment. Join our Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheDigitalOrtho/

Author

Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Category

Health

Podcast website

thedigitalortho.podbean.com

Latest episode

Apr 28, 2026

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Episodes

44: The Clear Aligner Revolution w/ Angel Aligner and OrthoFX (Video) Video 11.06.2024

The revolution may not be televised… but it will be podcasted. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! we discuss two of the newest options in Clear Aligner Therapy: Angel Aligner and OrthoFX w/ Dr. Jessica Cohen, Dr. Jeff Heinz, Dr. Neil Warshawsky, and Ren Menon. 

44: The Clear Aligner Revolution w/ Angel Aligner and OrthoFX (Audio) 11.06.2024

The revolution may not be televised… but it will be podcasted. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! we discuss two of the newest options in Clear Aligner Therapy: Angel Aligner and OrthoFX w/ Dr. Jessica Cohen, Dr. Jeff Heinz, Dr. Neil Warshawsky, and Ren Menon. 

43: Top 5 Ways to Make More Money (Video) Video 26.03.2024

Money, money, money... It may not define your success, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, I'm joined by Scott Hansen, Dr. Brad Chvatal, and Nick Wangler to rank the top 5 categories where orthodontists can save money, become more efficient with their spending, and ultimately take more money home.

43: Top 5 Ways to Make More Money (Audio) 26.03.2024

Money, money, money... It may not define your success, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, I'm joined by Scott Hansen, Dr. Brad Chvatal, and Nick Wangler to rank the top 5 categories where orthodontists can save money, become more efficient with their spending, and ultimately take more money home.

42: Corporate Orthodontics Debate, Part II w/ Dr. Jamie Reynolds (Video) Video 18.03.2024

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part II of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Jamie Reynolds, founder of Orthodontic Partners, to share his perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Orthodontics. Jamie will address the benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for new graduates consider...

42: Corporate Orthodontics Debate, Part II w/ Dr. Jamie Reynolds (Audio) 18.03.2024

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part II of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Jamie Reynolds, founder of Orthodontic Partners, to share his perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Orthodontics. Jamie will address the benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for new graduates consider...

41: Corporate Orthodontics Debate, Part I w/ Dr. Neal Kravitz (Video) Video 27.02.2024

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part I of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Neal Kravitz to share his private practice perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Ortho. Neal will address its benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for new graduates considering this path. Stay tuned to...

41: Corporate Orthodontics Debate, Part I w/ Dr. Neal Kravitz (Audio) 27.02.2024

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part I of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Neal Kravitz to share his private practice perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Ortho. Neal will address its benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for new graduates considering this path. Stay tuned to...

40: The First Annual Orthodontic Awards Video 01.05.2023

With 150 nominees, 20 categories, and 1 incredible profession worth celebrating, you won’t want to miss the awards event of the year. Hosted by Drs. Kyle Fagala and Jonathan Nicozisis, filmed live in front of a studio audience at the AAO Annual Session in Chicago, and sponsored by inBrace, The Orthodontic Awards is the first ever Orthodontist-voted Awards Ceremony. Join us to find out who takes ho...

39 (Bonus): After-Party w/ Drs. Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar Video 14.04.2023

Hungry for more?! Grant, Andy, and I also spent 16 minutes talking about our favorite Marvel superheroes and their personality types on this episode of TDO: Live! After-Party. It’s a very fun “after-dinner mint” of a conversation that I’m sure you’ll enjoy!

39: Personality Tests w/ Drs. Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar (Video) Video 07.04.2023

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Orthodontists Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar to discuss personality tests and how having your teams and loved ones take these tests can make a big difference. Andy will help us zoom in on the Myers-Briggs Personality Test and Grant will discuss the ever-popular Enneagram. Lastly, if we have time, we will talk a little bit about the Kolbe Index and DIS...

39: Personality Tests w/ Drs. Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar (Audio) 07.04.2023

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Orthodontists Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar to discuss personality tests and how having your teams and loved ones take these tests can make a big difference. Andy will help us zoom in on the Myers-Briggs Personality Test and Grant will discuss the ever-popular Enneagram. Lastly, if we have time, we will talk a little bit about the Kolbe Index and DIS...

38 (Bonus): After-Party w/ Dino Watt Video 07.03.2023

For the first time in the history of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, we have BONUS FOOTAGE. We filmed this "After-Party" following my recent interview with Dino Watt. If you were hoping to hear us talk more about our favorite sitcoms, TV theme songs, and our shared loved of Back to the Future, here's your chance! Also, if you'll help me encourage Dino, maybe he'll do his theme song routine at thi...

38: Dino Watt - Team Culture, Relationships, and Sales (Video) Video 24.02.2023

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dino Watt, a business, leadership, and relationship expert who speaks to standing-room-only audiences in the Orthodontic world. He joins me in Memphis to discuss how to create and maintain excellent team culture, how to make the best use of our time, how to get the most from our relationships, how to sell through a screen, and lastly, how "languishing" ...

38: Dino Watt - Team Culture, Relationships, and Sales (Audio) 24.02.2023

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dino Watt, a business, leadership, and relationship expert who speaks to standing-room-only audiences in the Orthodontic world. He joins me in Memphis to discuss how to create and maintain excellent team culture, how to make the best use of our time, how to get the most from our relationships, how to sell through a screen, and lastly, how "languishing" ...

35: Align CEO Joe Hogan (Video) Video 09.01.2023

On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that hearing directly from the source will allow Orthod...

35: Align CEO Joe Hogan (Audio) 09.01.2023

On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that hearing directly from the source will allow Orthod...

37: Dr. Doug Shaw - Partnerships, Staff Shortages, and Digital Technology (Video) Video 12.12.2022

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Doug Shaw, lead singer of the only all-Orthodontist band RELAPSE, business partner to Glenn Krieger, and the MC at their annual OrthoPrenuers Summit. We discuss how to make partnerships work, how to overcome staffing shortages with digital technology, and how to successfully balance a busy family, a thriving multi-location practice, and dozens of ot...

37: Dr. Doug Shaw - Partnerships, Staff Shortages, and Digital Technology (Audio) 12.12.2022

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Doug Shaw, lead singer of the only all-Orthodontist band RELAPSE, business partner to Glenn Krieger, and the MC at their annual OrthoPrenuers Summit. We discuss how to make partnerships work, how to overcome staffing shortages with digital technology, and how to successfully balance a busy family, a thriving multi-location practice, and dozens of ot...

36: The Perfect Orthodontic Team w/ Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin (Video) Video 26.10.2022

Filmed in front of a live audience at the MOPC 2022, host Dr. Kyle Fagala is joined by guests Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin to discuss the 5 basic positions in the average Orthodontic practice: Admin, TC, Clinical, Managers, and Marketing. They cover the skillsets, personality types, and general recommendations for each position, and it's an excellent episode filled with...

36: The Perfect Orthodontic Team w/ Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin (Audio) 26.10.2022

Filmed in front of a live audience at the MOPC 2022, host Dr. Kyle Fagala is joined by guests Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin to discuss the 5 basic positions in the average Orthodontic practice: Admin, TC, Clinical, Managers, and Marketing. They cover the skillsets, personality types, and general recommendations for each position, and it's an excellent episode filled with...

32: Orthodontic Double Dare (Audio) 22.03.2022

It's the biggest and messiest episode of TDO: Live! yet!! We've got orthodontic trivia, outrageous physical challenges, and even a doctor dance-off for the history books. Will you cheer for The Blue Team: Drs. Doug Shaw, Alyssa Emory-Carter, and Paiyal Popat OR The Red Team: Drs. Akash Pandya, Margarita Lachica, and Sheldon Salins? Tune in to see who wins!

33: Corporate Orthodontics (Audio) 22.03.2022

Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We cover Corporate Ortho's most common criticisms an...

34: Three Ways to Make More Money (Audio) 21.03.2022

If there’s one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it’s that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn’t require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients anywhere from $15,000 to $100,000; Oliver Gelle...

34: Three Ways to Make More Money (Video) Video 14.03.2022

If there’s one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it’s that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn’t require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients anywhere from $15,000 to $100,000; Oliver Gelle...

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