Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Meena Barsoum, a leader in digital dentistry and CDOCS faculty member. Dr. Barsoum shares his journey from starting a practice during the recession to becoming a prominent educator in CAD/CAM dentistry, while offering valuable insights on technology adoption, clinical workflows, and the future of digital dentistry.

Episode Navigation

• 00:14 - Introduction of Dr. Meena Barsoum
• 01:50 - Dr. Barsoum's journey into digital dentistry
• 08:23 - Evolution of CAD/CAM technology
• 13:06 - Discussion on material selection and bonding
• 15:04 - Transition to dental education
• 21:07 - Current state of CAD/CAM dentistry
• 28:28 - 3D printing and technology integration
• 31:00 - Clear aligner technology and workflows
• 35:55 - Simplifying dental workflows

Key Takeaways

• Importance of investing in continuing education when adopting new technology
• Evolution from complex to simplified digital workflows
• Benefits of cloud-based solutions in modern dental practices
• Strategic approach to material selection between zirconia and glass ceramics

• Value of delegatable workflows versus complex workarounds
• Integration of remote monitoring systems for clear aligner therapy
• Importance of team training in technology adoption
• Balance between cost and efficiency in technology investments

Featured Guest

Dr. Meena Barsoum: Graduate of Case Western Reserve University, practicing in the Chicago area. CDOCS faculty member, Spear Education instructor, and leader in digital dentistry. Early adopter of CAD/CAM technology with extensive experience in clinical education and technology implementation.

Featured Discussion Topics

• Digital dentistry evolution
• CAD/CAM technology implementation
• Material selection strategies
• Clear aligner therapy workflows
• Practice efficiency through technology
• Dental education and mentorship
• Cloud-based dental solutions

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• Facebook Community: Simplify Dentistry Group

Topics: digital dentistry, CAD/CAM, dental education, clear aligners, dental technology, practice efficiency, dental materials, dental workflows, continuing education, dental practice management

Join Dr. Mustafa Shah-Khan and Dr. Richard Offutt as they welcome Dr. Paul Goodman, founder of Dental Nachos and Dental Job Connect. Discover how these innovative platforms are helping dentists build community, find career opportunities, and navigate practice transitions while maintaining work-life balance. Learn valuable insights about practice ownership, associate placement, and creating sustainable dental careers.

Episode Navigation

• 00:14 - Introduction to Dr. Paul Goodman
• 00:53 - Dr. Goodman's journey into dentistry
• 02:02 - Building Dental Nachos community
• 04:19 - Evolution of practice ownership
• 06:42 - Creating Dental Job Connect
• 15:47 - Community building strategies
• 27:35 - Career planning insights
• 41:41 - New graduate perspectives
• 43:34 - Learning from career mistakes
• 45:15 - Tips to simplify dentistry

Key Takeaways

• Dental Nachos has grown to over 61,000 members focused on helping dentists learn, laugh, and feel less alone
• Communities provide crucial support for dentists at different career stages
• Facebook groups remain valuable platforms for dental community building

• Consider practice transitions and associate hiring earlier in your career
• New graduates seek stability and mentorship over pure production-based compensation
• Rural practices face unique challenges in attracting associates
• Timing of bringing in associates impacts practice transition planning

Meet Our Guest

Dr. Paul Goodman: Dentist, multiple practice owner, transitions broker, and founder of Dental Nachos and Dental Job Connect. Created a community of over 65,000 dentists and developed innovative platforms for career development and practice transitions. Former general practice resident at Albert Einstein in Philadelphia with extensive experience in practice management and dental education.

Featured Discussion Topics

• Building online dental communities
• Practice transitions strategies
• Associate hiring and placement
• Career development planning
• Work-life balance in dentistry
• Practice management solutions

Connect With Simplify Dentistry

• Website: simplifydds.com

• Facebook: Simplify Dentistry Community

Topics: dental community, practice transitions, associate placement, dental career development, practice management, dental consulting, dental job market, dental practice ownership, dental mentorship, practice growth

Join dental-specific CPA Holden Sours as she shares critical year-end tax planning strategies, retirement options, and financial insights for dental practices. Learn about maximizing deductions, implementing effective retirement plans, and understanding recent tax law changes that impact dental practitioners.

Episode Navigation

• 00:00 - Introduction and welcome
• 00:47 - Year-end planning fundamentals
• 04:01 - Retirement planning strategies
• 10:46 - Practice fee increases and inflation
• 14:59 - Research and development credits
• 17:40 - Audit frequency and considerations
• 27:11 - Essential year-end tax strategies
• 32:04 - Health Savings Accounts discussion
• 34:17 - Vehicle deductions and closing tips

Key Takeaways

• Implement consistent business expense tracking through business accounts
• Consider pass-through entity tax opportunities for state tax deductions
• Review retirement plan options including 401(k) and cash balance plans
• Evaluate fee structures multiple times per year due to inflation

• Staff wages typically 30% of collections
• Supplies and lab costs around 15% of collections
• Consider dental-specific chart of accounts for better tracking

Meet Our Guest

Holden Sours: A dental-specific CPA who works with small businesses, specializing in tax strategy and financial planning for dental practices. Experienced in helping dentists optimize their tax positions and implement effective financial strategies.

Featured Discussion Topics

• Year-end tax planning strategies
• Retirement plan options
• Practice expense benchmarking
• Insurance participation considerations
• Health Savings Accounts
• Vehicle deductions
• Children employment strategies
• Audit considerations

Connect With Simplify Dentistry

• Website: simplifydds.com
• Facebook Group: Simplify Dentistry Community