The Future of Dentistry

In this episode of the Just DeW It podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by William J. Moorhead, DMD. Dr. Moorhead is the founder of IV Sedation Training for Dentists, a company that teaches dentists safe and proven protocols in oral sedation, IV sedation, and the use of NuCalm/Nitrous Oxide. Anne and Dr. Moorhead explains how and why he developed systems and strategies for treating high-fear patients. As...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Tyler Murdock. Tyler Murdock’s mission is to help medical entrepreneurs get more consistent revenue opportunities through artificial intelligence (AI). Tyler describes his current project which he refers to as the “Sales-inator,” an AI program that helps entrepreneurs contact potential customers. Tyler also talks about his three s...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Chad Bushman. Chad is the vice president and general manager of dental sales for Patterson Dental. Anne and Chad discuss how quickly technology in dentistry is progressing, and how new technology can improve a patient’s experience in the operatory. Chad also details the importance of building relationships when working in sales, a...

On this episode of the Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by Travis Rodgers and Jim Gerson. Travis and Jim are both dental entrepreneurs and tech extraordinaires. Travis and Jim discuss the changes happening in the dental and medical spaces, including certain features becoming cloud-based. They also discuss the change in patient expectations since the pandemic, and how to keep up wi...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Jane Levy. Jane Levy is currently the Co-CEO of Plan Forward, a company that partners with dental practices to create, implement, grow, and maintain dental membership plans. Jane Levy explains how she left her home country of South Africa to pursue business and entrepreneurship in New York City. The two relate about the fact that...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Tom Snyder, DMD, MBA. Dr. Snyder is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and consultant who has been advising dentists for over 30 years. Anne and Dr. Snyder discuss predictions for the future of dentistry, such as statistics on the upward trend of younger dentists wanting to co-own their practices instead of owning by themsel...

In this episode of the Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Mike McCarthy. Mike is the CMO of vTail, an app that provides clinicians with simple access to dental product information and support. Anne and Mike discuss how Mike got into the dental industry, and how he came out of retirement to be the CMO of vTail. The two discuss the ever-changing technology of the dental world, and the bene...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Vanessa Emerson, the founder of the Dental Speaker Institute and Dental Speakers Bureau. Vanessa and Anne discuss how valuable it can be to learn to speak in front of a crowd, and how the Dental Speaker Institute helps make that happen. Vanessa details the three-hour workshop she offers that can show the viewer exactly what their...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dr. Eric Block. Dr. Block is the founder of Deals for Dentists, the author of “The Stress-Free Dentist” and “Stress-Free Dental Implants,” as well as the host of the podcast “Deals for Dentists.” Dr. Block shares the story of how he made the decision to pursue dentistry, despite starting school as a business major. He describes fe...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Shawn Peers. Shawn is the president and CEO of Dental Peers, and DeW-de Extraordinaire. Shawn explains how his desire to partake in something more community-based than the legal industry led him to merge his legal background with the dental industry. Anne and Shawn discuss the pain points that practitioners face when trying to buy...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dr. Jeff Buske, a dental professional practicing in Granbury, TX and the host of the Jumpstart with Jeff podcast. Dr. Buske recalls his 25 years of practice, including working with his fantastic mentor, Dr. Bruce Baird. Dr. Buske describes the mindset shift that changed his outlook on his career, and the importance of celebrating...

In this episode of the Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy speaks with Dr. Sharon Parsons. Dr. Parsons is the owner of her practice, Dental Associates of Bexley, located in Columbus, OH. She is the president of the Ohio Dental Association, and is a member of the American Dental Association. Dr. Parsons describes her history at her current dental practice, and she and Anne discuss balancing family life...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Earl Douglas, DDS, MBA. Dr. Douglas is the principal of ADS South, LLC. ADS South, LLC assists dentists with practice transition, appraisal, associateship services, and pre-retirement transition support. Dr. Douglas shares sage advice about the first steps to take when one is looking to own a dental practice, as well as some wise...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Travis Rodgers. Rodgers is a dental software expert and the CEO of DrDDS Innovations. Travis Rodgers shares his thoughts on choosing the right practice management software for one’s business, and the current technology available to dentists. He discusses advancements in technology and the movement toward cloud-based products. The&...

In this episode of the Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by Arash Hakhamian, DDS, who wrote “My Story,” the cover article for the Spring 2022 edition of Dental Entrepreneur Magazine. He is the CEO of Dentulu, whose mission statement is “to provide ongoing solutions to consumers, doctors, and industry service providers around the world through affordable and innovative technology wh...

In this can’t-miss episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Barb Stackhouse, RDH, M.Ed. Stackhouse is the founder of More to Life Coaching, and the author of “Profit First for Dentists.” Her mission is to help dentists gain control of the financial side of their practice so they can find the freedom they desire, and enjoy more in life. Barb Stackhouse details a gap that she saw...

In this episode of The Future of Dentistry podcast, Anne Duffy is joined by David Rice, DDS. Dr. Rice is the founder of IgniteDDS, whose mission is “to educate, encourage, and empower both dental students and practicing dentists.” The two discuss the power of picking yourself up after failing, and the importance of asking for help. Dr. Rice explains the three types of mentors he believes that ever...

In the first ever episode of The Future of Dentistry, Anne Duffy is joined by Dirk Fleischman, DDS. Dr. Fleischman is a mentor to many, and works to bridge the gap between experienced dental professionals, and future dental professionals. Dr. Fleischman discusses the crossroads that set him on the path to dentistry, and his own mentors who have helped him along the way. Dr. Fleischman and Anne dis...