NYU Dentistry Alumni Event with @bloodytoothguy & @doctorgallagher - Dose of Dental Podcast #123

- "I Thought I Wanted to Be a Celebrity Dentist… Then Oral Surgery Happened!"- This #1 Most Important Part Of Dental School Is Overlooked- “It’s WHO You Know, Not WHAT You Know”Questions:(01:09) Looking back on your time at dental school, what are some things that have changed in the way you practice, and what are some things that have stayed the same?(06:29) What advice would you give to current dental students, both inside the school environment and outside?(08:27) What made you decide to specialize versus continue on the general route?(13:01) Reflecting back on the course of your career, is there anything that you look back on and wish you did differently?(16:50) Why do you think this event is important?(18:17) How does it feel to be back at this event?Quotes & Wisdom:On Networking and Career Development“The students, the fact that you actually care enough and realize that events like this are going to put you in a position to hear and know things that maybe others won’t is really kind of a special thing.” (01:29)“The more people you meet, the more opportunities are presented to you—not in a way where you’re trying to get something out of them, but because you never know where life will take you.” (07:35)“Networking isn’t just about making connections, it’s about lifting others up—reaching back to help those who are coming up the ladder.” (17:16)On Overcoming Challenges in Dentistry“Dentistry and residency are tough, but remembering why we started—taking care of patients—is what keeps us grounded.” (05:37)“In the clinic, let’s try and slow it down. Give every patient their time, give them the attention they need.” (06:07)“The stress and pressure are real, but keeping personal outlets—exercise, family, music—will keep you sane.” (08:14)On Specializing in Oral Surgery“Oral and maxillofacial surgery is the best specialty in all of healthcare. There is nothing like the ability to change a life in a single moment.” (10:57)“Looking back, becoming an oral surgeon was the best professional decision I ever made. Every day, I get to help people overcome fear and pain.” (11:47)“You’ll always have challenges, but finding a purpose and loving what you do makes it all worthwhile.” (12:53)On Taking Risks and Learning from Regrets“I don’t regret anything, but I do look back on missed opportunities—times when I should have taken a risk, had more faith in myself.” (13:47)“If you believe in yourself, if you’ve prepared, then take the leap. In the long run, things tend to work out.” (14:14)Now available on:- Dr. Gallagher’s Podcast & YouTube Channel- Dose of Dental Podcast #123My watch in this episode = Tag Heuer Aquaracer Caliber 16 ChronoDr. Auerbach’s Watch = Patek Philippe Nautilus 59902.23.2025#podcast #dentalpodcast #doctorgallagherpodcast #doctorgallagherspodcast #doctor #dentist #dentistry #oralsurgery #dental #dentalschool #dentalstudent #doctorlife #dentistlife #oralsurgeon #doctorgallagher