John Vento, CPA, CFP, is an author, educator, and TV personality who has appeared on such shows as NY1 News “Money Matters,” Fox Business News, CBSN, and Reuters TV. John has tremendous knowledge in the tax and financial planning arena, especially as it pertains to dentists. If you’re a dentist and you want to know more about taxes and practice ownership, DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE !! In this episode, titled “Taxes & Practice Ownership,” John will cover: · An overview of practice acquisition a...
Oct 20, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 22
John Vento, CPA, CFP, is an author, educator, and TV personality who has appeared on such shows as NY1 News “Money Matters,” Fox Business News, CBSN, and Reuters TV. John has tremendous knowledge in the tax and financial planning arena, especially as it pertains to dentists. If you’re a dentist and you want to know more about taxes and practice ownership, DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE !! This episode is FULL of AMAZING TAX INFORMATION, including: • The tax and financial services that John’s firm, Ven...
Oct 13, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 21
Orthodontists truly can change lives!!! Don't miss this interview with the parents of a 6 y.o. patient (Lauren) who was suffering from sleep-disordered breathing. We'll discuss: • How Dr. Mike determined that an airway issue existed. • Mom’s reaction when Dr. Mike asked her if Lauren was mouth breathing and/or snoring. • What the pediatric ENT told mom and dad about Laruen’s breathing issues and why the tonsils and adenoids weren’t the problem. • How mom and dad saw their daughter’s energy and t...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 20
In PART II you'll learn: o How Lou became aware of the impact of the airway on malocclusion and developed a passion for helping detect and treat sleep-disordered breathing. o Lou’s opinion on early/interceptive orthodontic treatment and whether it can have a positive impact on airway. o Why orthodontists are hesitant to accept the role of interceptive orthodontics in improving airway patency. o The importance of taking the time to thoroughly diagnose your patient and develop a specific treatment...
Sep 28, 2023•49 min•Ep. 19
In PART I of this 2-part interview you'll learn: o The long and winding road that led Lou to pursue a career in orthodontics, including his time spent working for Dr. Robert Moyers in the Michigan Growth Center as a dental student. o The trajectory of Lou’s storied career in private practice and many of the lessons he learned along the way. o How and why Lou became an early adopter of CBCT imaging back in 2009. o Lou's thoughts on why so many orthos are resistant to investing in CBCT technology ...
Sep 21, 2023•51 min•Ep. 18
John is a CPA, CFP, author, educator, and TV personality who has appeared on such shows as NY1 News “Money Matters,” Fox Business News, CBSN, and Reuters TV. He wrote an amazing book on achieving financial independence titled “Getting to Point X” and has published articles in Money Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, the NY Times, Forbes, US News & World Report, and Financial Advisor Magazine. John has tremendous knowledge in the tax and financial planning arena, especially as it pertains to ...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 17
-Don’t miss this awesome conversation with Ty Ramsey, formerly Regional Manager with iCat and now a Consultant with Professional Transition Strategies where he creates financial stability for doctors by providing creative solutions to assist with the merger and acquisition process. You’ll learn: o How CBCT can benefit your practice and help truly change the lives of your patients. o Reasons why orthodontists are so resistant to CBCT and airway orthodontics and why pedos and GPs are starting to m...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 16
Don’t miss this conversation with the amazing Mari Sawtelle – founder of Mari’s List. In this episode you’ll learn: · The fascinating story of how Mari got started in the orthodontic industry. · When and how Mari’s List got started and how it has become a family affair. · How Mari’s List helped Dr. Mike have the lowest overhead of all the practices in the US that Chris Bentson valued in 2018. · The way Mari’s List saves you and your team time and stress by vetting companies on your behalf. · How...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 15
• How much time do you spend outdoors, enjoying the beauty of nature? If the answer is "not much," then it may be having a negative impact on your physical and mental health. • The American Psychiatric Association reports that from a stroll thru a city park, to a walk on the beach, to a day spent hiking in the wilderness, exposure to nature has been linked to a host of benefits including improved attention, lower stress, better mood, reduced risk of psychiatric disorders and even upticks in empa...
Aug 14, 2023•8 min•Ep. 14
• In this edition of The DOC Podcast, we have a great conversation with the AMAZING Dr. Amy Jackson – orthodontist extraordinaire and founder of Retainers for Life (RFL). • You’ll learn the following: o How and why Dr. Amy decided on orthodontics as a career. o The value of performing a Pre-Debond Conference from both a treatment and financial perspective. o How and why Dr. Amy started RFL. o How to begin using RFL for your practice. [HINT: Go to www.MyRetainersForLife.com or www.AfterOrthoReven...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 13
· When you hear the word “selfish,” what comes to mind? Does it conjure up a positive or negative image? I’m guessing it’s the latter. · However, sometimes we need to be selfish to protect ourselves. · In this episode, Dr. Mike will explore when and how being selfish and looking out for your own interests and desires can be a good thing! · Go to www.TheOrthoCoach.com for more great content!
Jul 31, 2023•9 min•Ep. 12
Have you ever taken the time to truly figure out YOUR vision for YOUR life? YOUR blueprint for what YOU want YOUR life to look like? Not what family and friends or society want you to be or do, but what YOU want to be and do? In this episode of Motivational Mondays, Dr. Mike will talk about the importance of developing your vision and how to set goals to help you fulfill it! Get more great information at www.TheOrthoCoach.com and follow DOC on Instagram @TheOrthoCoach....
Jul 17, 2023•13 min•Ep. 11
Dr. Mike leaves the studio for this episode of Motivational Monday and heads to the FL Keys! He'll explain the importance of breaking free from the daily grind and getting away with your loved ones. He'll also review the strategies he uses to mentally unwind on vacation, and discuss whether or not you should do any work while you're away from the office. Don't miss the slideshow at the end where you'll get to see pictures from the trip! Be sure to check out www.TheOrthoCoach.com for more great c...
Jul 03, 2023•9 min•Ep. 10
-In this episode, we’ll explore something that ALL of us face each and every day - STRESS!! -Dr. Mike will explore: o The 3 different types of stress we all face. o The impact that stress has on our bodies and our minds. o Strategies to decrease stress in our lives. o Strategies to help our bodies cope with the stress we face. -At the end of the day, we can’t completely eliminate stress from our lives. But we can implement strategies that help us minimize and manage it. -If you feel stressed, DO...
Jun 19, 2023•16 min•Ep. 9
In this clinical episode, Dr. Mike reviews the art and science of recontouring anterior teeth that will set your work apart from your competitors and have your patients raving about how their teeth look! Important points that will be discussed include: Which teeth to recontour. The differences between recontouring in Phase I and Comprehensive Treatment. At what stage of treatment to perform recontouring and how this differs for patients in braces versus those undergoing clear aligner therapy. Ho...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 8
As Alexander Pope said in 1711, "To err is human." Failure is a part of life and something that we all experience. In fact, studies show that we learn more from our failures than from our successes. In this episode, Dr. Mike will review strategies to help you learn from your failures instead of letting them discourage and/or demoralize you. For more information, visit: www.TheOrthoCoach.com
Jun 12, 2023•5 min•Ep. 6
SUMMARY : Don't miss this amazing interview with Dr. Jeff Rothenberg! Jeff is an orthodontist who has an amazing practice in his hometown of Aventura, FL. He has been developing the arches of preadolescent patients in the early mixed dentition for approximately 10 years and not only has he seen some amazing results, but it has grown his practice significantly. Highlights include: o A discussion about the etiology of dental crowding and why we see so much crowding at such a young age. o The role ...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 7
Are you a perfectionist? If so, how do you balance the struggle for perfection with the reality of living in an imperfect world? How do you deal with failure when your outcome is less than perfect? Dr. Mike will explain the difference between a healthy perfectionist and a maladaptive perfectionist and give advice to help you err on the side of the former. He will also tie in personal stories of the struggles he’s had to endure as a result of being a perfectionist.
Jun 05, 2023•7 min•Ep. 5
SUMMARY : · In this second part of the 2-part series, we will discuss how to approach the interceptive orthodontic treatment of preadolescent patients who present in the early-mixed dentition. The following topics will be covered: o The history of rapid maxillary expansion (RME). o Common issues caused by traditional “expanders” when used in the upper and lower arches. o Slow expansion vs. RME. o Using braces and wires instead of traditional expansion appliances to expand the maxillary and mandi...
Jun 02, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 4
May 31, 2023•23 min•Ep. 3
In this inaugural episode of Dr. Mike's Motivational Mondays, Dr. Mike will discuss the importance of delayed gratification and keeping your expenses less than your income. He will explain how he and his wife, Renee, used this approach to go from being a quarter of a million dollars in debt to achieving financial freedom in less than 20 years!
May 29, 2023•13 min•Ep. 2
Whether you own a CBCT or are thinking about purchasing one, DO NOT MISS this episode! Dr. Mike will review: *The evolution of both 2D and 3D imaging in orthodontics. *Anatomy that can be visualized with CBCT cannot be visualized with traditional 2D images, including erupting permanent teeth, pathology, and the airway. *5 Myths associated with CBCT imaging, including: 1. CBCT delivers more radiation than 2D imaging. 2. CBCT images don’t provide a diagnostic value over 2D imaging. 3. A CBCT image...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 1
