Inside A Surgeon’s Life, How I Got Into Dental School, Hospital vs Private Practice, AI In Dentistry

Top 5 Topics:- Why I Prefer Private Practice Over Working At The Hospital- How I Got Into Dental School — Secrets Nobody Talks About- An AI App That Changed the Way I Practice - Can General Dentists Do Surgery? What Is The Line We Shouldn’t Cross- How I Balance Studying, Surgery, and Sanity — The Surgeon Grind ExplainedTop 8 Viewers on this Episode on TikTok LIVE #81 Q&A:1st - amanda, @amandcagv8q2nd – Rejoice, @rassrejo3rd – Jfcjdbddj, @_maka_3034th – The Fire Nextdoor, @beaglemom375th – J, @jobaratheo 6th - Joe Roganz, @boiwatdahellboi1237th - Joan, @jadech98 8th - @cbenjiiiiiQuotes & Wisdom:“It’s not an exam — it’s just a conversation. Be yourself, know your story, and let your confidence speak.”“You’ve got to be able to manage the complications that come with the surgeries you do — that’s real responsibility.”“I don’t miss the hospital — I love being in private practice because I can focus on patients and growth on my terms.”“I like to learn from good people, in a good environment — that’s what really makes a great fellowship or residency.”“Get ready to work hard. Success comes to those who stay consistent and put in the hours.”“Exercise is probably number one — it clears your mind, resets your focus, and reminds you why you’re doing all this.”“Only do what you can stand behind — that’s true for surgery, leadership, or life.”“It’s about learning, not just training. Pick environments that make you better as a person, not just as a surgeon.”“Let’s make it a good week — let’s go.”Questions:(02:15) – “What was the most exciting procedure you did this week?”(04:22) – “What made you pick Stony Brook over Buffalo for dental school?”(09:02) – “If you could have done any fellowship, which one would you have chosen?”(10:15) – “Any advice for a first dental school interview?”(12:28) – “Do you miss the hospital environment now that you’re in private practice?”(14:07) – “How much surgery can a GP realistically do?”(18:44) – “How do you decompress after long days of surgery and studying?”Now available on:- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube ChannelMy watch in this episode = Tag Heuer Aquaracer Calibre 16 Chrono- 10.2025#podcast #dentalpodcast #doctor #dentist #dentistry #oralsurgery #dental #dentalschool #dentalstudent #dentistlife #oralsurgeon #doctorgallagher