Episodios

  • How to Get out of Sticky-Note Hell in Dentistry!
    Jun 25 2025

    Feeling buried under an endless to-do list? You’re not alone. In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley dive into the chaos of dental practice management and share proven strategies to get organized, stay focused, and regain control.

    From breaking big projects into bite-sized actions to leveraging tools like Evernote and Asana, they explore how digital systems can streamline your workflow. You’ll also hear practical approaches for managing patient waitlists and optimizing scheduling, whether you’re using high-end software or good old-fashioned pen and paper.

    The conversation concludes with powerful insights on setting boundaries, avoiding burnout, and cultivating the discipline necessary to stay consistent. If you’re ready to stop reacting and start leading with intention, this episode is your blueprint.

    For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    43 m
  • Toxic Team Culture: Are You Part of the Problem?
    Jun 18 2025

    In this powerful episode, we tackle one of the most pressing issues in dental practices today: toxic team culture. From subtle tension to full-blown dysfunction, toxic behavior can quietly erode morale, productivity, and patient care. Join us as we explore the root causes of toxic dynamics and provide practical strategies to rebuild trust, enhance communication, and foster a culture of psychological safety.

    We explore how clear expectations, courageous conversations, and proactive leadership can transform a struggling team into a thriving one. Whether you’re a practice owner, team leader, or aspiring manager, this conversation offers valuable insights, practical tools, and a clear path forward.

    💡 Bonus: Hear how you can take the next step with our upcoming course designed to help dental leaders create strong, connected, and high-functioning teams. For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    41 m
  • Lessons Learned from a Live Dental Mental Health CE Course
    Jun 11 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelssohn and Dr. Kyle Stanley dive into the core of their transformative course, Light Side Live, designed to support dentists in mastering communication, leadership, and mental wellness. They share how peer-based learning, goal-setting, and accountability create meaningful change both in and out of the operatory. If you’re tired of feeling overwhelmed in your practice and want to lead with clarity, confidence, and balance, this episode is for you. Learn how to join their next live course this August in California, and start building a sustainable, fulfilling dental career.

    For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    42 m
  • Why Overcommunication is the Secret to a Smoother Dental Practice
    Jun 4 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson break down why saying more, clearly, and often isn’t overkill; it’s essential. From managing patient expectations to strengthening your team dynamic, we explore how overcommunication leads to fewer surprises and smoother operations. We share real-world examples, strategies that work, and an invitation to dive deeper at our upcoming live course.

    For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    43 m
  • When the Passion Fades: Reigniting Purpose in Dentistry
    May 28 2025

    Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley explore the fading of passion in dentistry, linking it to burnout, cynicism, and compassion fatigue. They discuss the emotional toll of working with people, the root causes of stress in the profession, and the importance of identifying and addressing those stressors. The conversation highlights strategies for reigniting purpose, cultivating work-life balance, and finding identity beyond the operatory. At the heart of it all is a powerful reminder: mindset matters.

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    37 m
  • Burnout Isn’t Inevitable: How Dentists Can Reclaim Their Mental and Professional Health
    May 21 2025

    Burnout is no longer a buzzword in dentistry—it’s a reality for the majority of clinicians. In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson have an honest conversation about the mental health crisis in dentistry and why so many dentists silently struggle under the pressure of perfectionism, financial demands, and the emotional weight of patient care.

    They explore how leadership, boundaries, and communication—or the lack of them—contribute to daily stress, and why simply “escaping” the practice isn’t a sustainable solution. Drawing from personal experience, research, and years of coaching dentists around the world, they outline clear steps for transforming how we work, lead, and live in this profession.

    You’ll also get a preview of their upcoming in-person course in Irvine, California, designed to help dental professionals build a career that doesn’t just survive—but truly thrives. Whether you’re early in your journey or years into practice, this episode offers perspective, practical tools, and a reminder that fulfillment in dentistry is possible.

    For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    41 m
  • Gratitude Is Clinical: Using Appreciation to Strengthen Teams, Patients, and Mental Health
    May 14 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley explore how gratitude isn’t just a feel-good concept, it’s a clinical tool for transforming your dental practice. They unpack the science and strategy behind expressing timely, specific appreciation, and how this simple habit can reshape how you lead, how your team performs, and how you feel at the end of the day. You’ll also learn how to navigate difficult patient interactions, take ownership of your emotional responses, and train your brain to see more of what’s working. Gratitude is more than a mindset—it’s medicine for burnout. For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

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    39 m
  • Embracing Outside Wisdom in Dentistry
    May 7 2025

    In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson dive into the power of looking beyond dentistry to grow within it. They explore how consultants, mental health professionals, and even industries outside of healthcare can help transform dental practices from the inside out.

    The conversation highlights the value of diverse perspectives, proper change management, and the mindset shifts needed to implement new materials, technologies, and systems successfully. Kyle and Martin also unpack the role of clear objectives, accountability, and aligned responsibilities when hiring consultants or coaches..

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    46 m