Teeth Matter
by Ellie Halabian
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About this podcast
Real talk between different dental professionals to help the rest of us navigate our careers and get us to where we want to be.
Episodes
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- Choosing the Right Loupes, Ergonomics, and the Future of Visualization in Dentistry · 2 h 52 minDr. Ellie Halabian sits down with Scott Green, Executive Vice President at Enova Illumination (@enova_illumination) to unpack what dentists and dental students often get wrong…
- "The Dentist", Not "a Dentist": How to Build a Practice That Doesn't Compete on Price | Dr Chris Ramsey DMD · 2 h 52 minWhat happens when being a great clinician is no longer enough? Dr. Christopher Ramsey (@chris_ramsey_dmd) has spent more than 25 years in dentistry, but his approach to building…
- Beyond "Turkey Teeth": What Every Dentist Should Know About Dental Tourism | Dr Eyup Celik · 54 minWhen you hear the phrase "Turkey teeth," what comes to mind? For many dentists, it's over-prepared teeth, rushed treatment, and cosmetic cases gone wrong. But is the problem…
- Burnout Isn't the Problem. Your Systems Are | Dr Yulia Salmeron DMD · 48 minWhat if burnout isn't caused by dentistry—but by the way we build our careers? Endodontist Dr. Yulia Salmarone (@dr.yuliyasalmeron) shares the mindset shifts, systems, and…
- Is Australia Ahead of the Curve? | Maria Lucas. Oral Health Therapist · 43 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, Maria Lucas (@marialucas_sydney) shares what it's like practicing dentistry in Australia—from the role of oral health therapists and non-dentist…
- You Can Rebuild Success Anywhere | Dr Mike Jin DDS · 1 h 9 minIn this light and playful conversation, Dr. Tian (Mike) Jin (@drmikejin) takes us through his journey from dental school to becoming a successful practice owner. A UCLA School of…
- How Dentistry Can Thrive in the Digital Age: Robbi Jan · 38 minIn this episode, dental marketing expert and founder of Bright Smile Digital (@brightsmiledigital), Robbi Jan (@robbijan), shares her journey from clinical dentistry to social…
- The Real OC Dentist | Dr Guitta Harb DMD · 53 minIn this episode, Dr. Geeta Harb (@therealOCdentist) shares her inspiring path from a remarkably young start in dentistry to building a practice rooted in integrity, artistry, and…
- The Path to Prestige | Dr Sarah Jebreil DDS · 40 minIn this episode, Dr. Sarah Jebreil (@sarahjebreildds), an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, shares her inspiring journey from working in her…
- Revolutionizing Dental Care with Slate Floss | Dr Danny Snyder DMD · 58 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, Dr. Ellie Halabian hosts Dr. Danny Snyder (@dr.danny.dmd) the innovative mind behind Slate Floss (@slateflosser). They discuss the journey from…
- Beyond the Scalpel: Navigating Dentistry & Empowerment | Dr Erin Sheffield DDS · 43 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, host Ellie Halabian engages in a candid conversation with Dr. Erin Sheffield (@drerinsheffield), an oral surgeon, about her unique journey in the…
- New Year, New Chapter: Life After Residency & Building a Career with Intention | Dr Brendan Gallagher, DDS · 50 minIn this New Year episode of Teeth Matter, we sit down with oral and maxillofacial surgeon Brendan Gallagher (@doctorgallagher) for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about…
- The One Endo Revolution | Dr Dean Saccomanno DDS · 1 h 1 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, Dr. Dean Saccomanno, co-founder of One Endo (@one_endo_), shares his journey and insights into transforming the dental industry. He discusses the…
- Tips for Aspiring Practice Owners | Alan Withall · 44 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, host Ellie Halabian interviews Alan Withall (@newyorkdentalconsultant), a senior sales consultant at Henry Schein (@henryschein), who shares his…
- Creating a Brand Bible for Success | Dr Anthony Nguyen DDS · 27 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, Dr. Anthony Nguyen (@drsaveatooth) shares his journey from student debt to owning a thriving dental practice. He discusses the influence of his…
- Selling, Scaling, and Starting Over | Dr Jim Arnold, DDS · 40 minIn this episode of Teeth Matter, I sit down with Dr. Jim Arnold (@smilesbyarnold), a dentist who has navigated nearly every stage of the profession—from private practice to…
- Creating Impact in Modern Dentistry | Dr Abdi Sameni, DDS · 55 minDentistry is changing fast — from new technologies and practice models to the growing focus on oral-systemic health. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Abdi Sameni, Clinical…
- How to Build High-End Dental Practices in Saturated Markets | Dr. Rhonda Kalasho, DDS · 43 minEver wonder how some dentists break into high-income, oversaturated markets—and thrive? Dr. Rhonda Kalasho (@dr.rhondakalasho) did exactly that. She built and scaled TruGlo…
- Choices That Shape Your Career: PART 3 | Dr Naved Fatmi, DMD · 30 minIn Part Three of our series with Dr. Naved Fatmi, D.M.D. (@drnavedfatmi), we dive into the side of dentistry no one wants to face—but everyone needs to understand: malpractice…
- Choices That Shape Your Career: PART 2 | Dr Naved Fatmi, DMD · 31 minIn Part Two of our conversation with Dr. Naved Fatmi, D.M.D. (@drnavedfatmi), we dive into the real-world business of dentistry—beyond the operatory. We unpack what sweat equity…
