This is episode one of our new somewhat informal series focusing on young dentists around the country.&nbsp; We have an extremely driven, educated and fortunate 29-year-old dentist by the name of Peyman Raissi with us on today's episode.&nbsp; Make sure you remember his name, because this won't be the first time you hear of this guy.&nbsp; He's that good!&nbsp; An immigrant from Tehran, Iran, Peyman was naturally drawn to the world of dentistry at a young age.&nbsp; Soon, in the midst of his dental education, he found himself practically handed a two million dollar practice.&nbsp; From there, he put his foot on the gas and hasn't eased off ever since. Thank you, Peyman, for being on the show!&nbsp; Check out his website at http://www.mynewsmiledentist.com If you are a young dentist who is in the middle of your schooling or just getting out and getting into your own practice— we want you on the show!&nbsp; E-mail us at dentistsimplantsandworms@gmail.com.

Episode 59: From Iran to Riches

Learn what millennial dentists are doing to exceed patient expectations, enjoy dentistry more, and take more vacations! This is how generations collaborate to make an unstoppable dental team!&nbsp; Check out The Millennial Dentist Podcast on iTunes at  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-millennial-dentist/id1191495068?mt=2 From his practice's website at http://www.tenneseedentist.com/ : "I graduated from the University of Tennessee Knoxville in 2011 with honors and received my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Tennessee College of Dentistry in 2015, where I received the Dean’s Award for Clinical Excellence.    As a dentist, I have the unique opportunity to truly impact people’s lives. When I’m relieving discomfort, straightening teeth and restoring function, or providing a beautiful and confident smile, I’m helping my patients look and feel better. I am honored that patients come to me and trust me with their oral health. The lifelong friendships we build and strengthen during their visits are immensely rewarding. I love our conversations and what each person chooses to share with me. Not only does this create a bond, but it gives me insight into the best way to approach their oral healthcare needs. I’m proud to be a fifth-generation dentist and to be joining my father in our family practice. Growing up in a dental family, seeing the fulfillment my father and grandfather found in their days, and witnessing the friendships they made with their patients; all these made dentistry the logical path. I have no doubt I made the right decision. My formal schooling provided a great foundational knowledge with regard to dentistry. However, oral healthcare is a constantly changing discipline. With developments in techniques and technology, as well as new materials, it’s essential I remain current on the changes. By participating in multiple continuing education courses and attending meetings and lectures through the American Dental Association, I stay up to date with the developments. I’m particularly excited by my continuing education in Six Month Smiles®, an accelerated, cosmetic braces solution that creates incredible smiles. I also completed Pinhole Rejuvenation with Dr. John Chao, and I am a graduate of Alabama Implant Education. In addition, I am a member of the American Dental Association, the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation, and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Most recently I have spent quite a bit of time furthering my education with implants. I am currently a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.&nbsp; I grew up in and have now returned to Brentwood, TN, following my four years in Memphis for dental school. It’s exciting to be home again, serving my friends and neighbors. I married my amazing, beautiful, Godly wife Caroline in 2013. We met in our senior year at the University of Tennessee in social dance class. After several years of long-distance romance while I was in dental school, we were married on Kiawah Island in her home state of South Carolina. Caroline is extremely talented, having graduated in the top of her class at UT’s business school. Right now it’s just the two of us at home, but you never know what the future holds! When we’re not working, you’ll often find Caroline and me walking at Radnor Lake or cooking an amazing meal. On weekends, we’re either wake boarding and waterskiing with friends and family or heading to Knoxville to cheer on the Volunteers! Personally, I’m committed to my relationship to Jesus Christ and thankful for all I have been given through him. He is the rock in my life, my family, and my hobbies."

Episode 93: The Millenial Dentist

We're back with another episode from the Voices of Dentistry Podcast Summit (we recorded a total of 15 podcasts there!) and this time Justin was running the ship by himself due to two-thirds of his team being casualties of early morning Fireball.&nbsp;&nbsp; Justin's guest on this episode was none other than Bilal Saib, DDS, commonly known as Dr. B of The Passionate Dentist Podcast. The Passionate Dentist is a weekly podcast, hosted by Dr. B&nbsp;(Bilal Saib, DDS), interviewing today’s most successful and inspiring dentists and industry leaders. Our podcast launched in January, 2014. The Passionate Dentist is all about helping and informing Dentists and dental staff members. We want to help you find the inspiration you’re looking for to help you connect, grow, and thrive in your field. http://www.thepassionatedentist.com/

Episode 94: The Passionate Dentist

Bradley F. Bale, MD Bradley F. Bale, MD co-founded the Bale/Doneen Method and the Heart Attack &amp; Stroke Prevention Center. He is a principal instructor in the Bale/Doneen Method, training other medical providers across the country. He has a private clinical practice in Nashville, Tennessee. He also serves as the medical director of the Heart Health Program for Grace Clinic in Lubbock, Texas. Thomas Larkin, DDS Dr Larkin is a native of Omaha Nebraska and a graduate of Creighton University School of Dentistry.  In October of his senior year, Dr Larkin leased a space, designed an office and obtained a construction and equipment loan. On subsequent weekends, he and his roommates remodeled the space. Shortly before graduation he received an offer to join a prominent crown and bridge practice in another state. He sold his newly built office to a fellow classmate. When most senior students were preoccupied with passing their national board exams, Dr Larkin had already built and sold his first office. He has built several practices in his 17 years of private practice and his practices have consistently been in the top 5% of profitability percentages nationwide. In 1995 he began to teach part time at the Creighton School of dentistry and authored a practice management handbook for a lunch and learn series that he gave.” Starting and Building a dental practice in the 21stcentury.&nbsp; He received the outstanding teacher award in his first year of teaching. The first and only time a part time instructor had received that award.  In 1997 he assisted in developing specialized financial and management services for dental clientele of one of the leading healthcare centered accounting firms in the Midwest.  In 1998 He developed and eventually sold one of the first dental e-commerce web sites on the internet, Dentalauction.com. At the same time he completed the first Web Development and e-commerce curriculum offered at the University of Nebraska.Since that time he has done practice management and Internet marketing consulting. Most recently he worked as an assistant professor at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry from 2009 to 2013. For 2 years he was co-course director of the practice management class and developed the curriculum entitle&nbsp;"The Business of Dentistry, A Mini MBA".  In 2016 his MBA course became a part of the pre-launch curriculum for Idealpractices.com, a dental start-up company. He also made several presentations on entrepreneurship nationally for Idealpractices.  In 2017, He is the newly appointed clinical director for "Oral Systemic Practice" at the Productive Dentist Academy&nbsp;and continues to advocate for the independent practice of dentistry.  His relocation to Lexington fulfills a life long dream to be located at the center of the horse world. His hobbies include thoroughbred racing, home improvements, and fishing.&nbsp;His Daughter is a graduate of Centre College and lives in Louisville.