In this episode, Dr. Eric Block sits down with Dr. DeAngelo Webster to discuss how dentists can build a lean, efficient, and stress-free practice. Dr. Webster shares his unique journey—starting his practice while still in dental school—and the key lessons he learned along the way.

Discover how mentorship gave him a competitive edge, why selective case acceptance can boost profitability, and how applying Kaizen principles leads to long-term success. Plus, he highlights the importance of self-care and mindset in building a sustainable career.

Dr. Webster shares insights from his book, You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: Seven Lessons for Life in Dentistry, offering practical advice for dentists at any stage of their careers.

Tune in now to learn how to simplify, streamline, and stress less!

In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast, Dr. Eric Block welcomes back Naren Arulrajah, CEO of Ekwa Marketing, to discuss a crucial topic—keeping your new patient schedule consistently full. They dive into the pitfalls of relying on PPO plans, the power of SEO, and strategies to attract high-value patients without heavy discounts. Naren shares insights on maximizing online visibility, leveraging Google reviews, and optimizing phone call conversions to ensure more patients book appointments. Dr. Block also shares his journey of going fully fee-for-service and how it transformed his practice. If you're looking to boost new patient growth and improve profitability, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways. Plus, learn how to get a complimentary marketing strategy meeting with Ekwa to supercharge your practice.

In this insightful episode of The Stress-Free Dentist podcast, Dr. Eric Block chats with Dr. Kyle Stanley about the challenges dentists face with stress, perfectionism, and burnout. Dr. Stanley opens up about his journey—from pursuing art and performance to becoming a leading implant specialist—and how burnout led him to question his career. He shares how research on mental health, positivity, and stress management helped him overcome burnout and inspired him to create Lightside Academy, a platform supporting dentists’ mental well-being and career satisfaction. Discover why open conversations, self-care, and exploring passions outside of dentistry are essential for a fulfilling life and career. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed in your dental practice, this episode offers practical advice and inspiration to help you regain balance and purpose.