The Dental Download
by Dr. Haley DDS
The Dental Download Podcast provides conversations with dentists, dental specialists and experts in the industry. The host, Dr. Haley is a general dentist practicing in Michigan and also shares experiences navigating life as a young dentist. Engage with the podcast on Instagram & TikTok: @ DentalDownloadPodcast Business email: [email protected]'s Instagram: @ dr.haley.ddsHaley's YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/drhaleydds
Episodes
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343: Choosing Your First Dental Job + Growing Your Clinical Confidence | Dr. Sophia Saad
**CHECK OUT A-DEC! https://www.a-dec.com/why-a-dec?utm_source=show%20notes&utm_medium=podcast%20shownotes&utm_campaign=Paternity%20part%202&utm_id=SD_podcast%20ad In Part 2 of her conversation with Dr. Sophia Saad, Dr. Haley shifts the conversation to Sophia’s first year in the working world as a...
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342: What Type of Dentist Job Should You Get Out of School? | Comparing Private Practice, DSO & Public Health
** TWINLEAF FINANCIAL FREE CONSULT: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 What type of job should you actually look for when you graduate from dental school? Private practice, DSO, Medicaid, public health... there are SO many directions to go, and everyone seems to have an…
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341: Pregnancy as a Dentist: Maternity Leave, Postpartum & Returning to Work (Dr Sophia Saad)
**CHECK OUT A-DEC! https://bit.ly/4i9XJjW Dr. Haley is joined by Dr. Sophia Saad for Part 1 of a two-part conversation all about navigating pregnancy, maternity leave, and new motherhood as a dentist. Just over one year out of dental school and eight weeks postpartum, Dr. Sophia shares what it…
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340: Are You Ready for Practice Ownership? Start-Ups, Acquisitions & Partnership Buy-Ins | Ownership Series Part 1
** Enter A-Dec's GIVEAWAY now! https://www.instagram.com/adecdental/ Dr. Haley is kicking off a new series all about dental practice partnership and ownership! As she navigates her own path toward practice ownership, she’s taking listeners along for the process—from deciding whether ownership is...
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339: The Path to Practice Ownership: Buy-Ins, Partnership & Navigating Childcare Through It All (Dr. Lora Parker)
** A-Dec's Surgical Success Set up! : https://bit.ly/4hJ5xsN ** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com In Part 2 of Dr. Haley’s conversation with oral surgeon Dr. Lora Parker, they dive into the business side of her career and what it has looked like to navigate practice...
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338: Women in Oral Surgery: Finding Her Specialty, Residency & Motherhood with Dr. Lora Parker
** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com In Part 1 of this conversation, Dr. Haley sits down with oral surgeon Dr. Lora Parker to talk about the unexpected path that led her to oral surgery. Dr. Lora shares why she originally thought orthodontics was in her future, how a...
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337: Changing Your Last Name as a Dentist: The Ultimate Checklist
** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com ** TWINLEAF FINANCIAL FREE CONSULT: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 Getting married and changing your last name is already a process—but what happens when your name is also tied to your dental license, NPI, DEA...
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336: The Nitty Gritty of a Start Up Dental Practice - 1.5 Million Debt, Finding Patients, Building a Team & More with Dr. Puja Kedia
** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com In this episode, Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Puja Kedia to get into the nitty gritty of what it really looks like to start a dental practice from scratch. Dr. Puja shares her journey from working in private practice, corporate...
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335: 10 Reasons Dentistry Is Exhausting (And What Actually Helps)
** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com Dentistry can be an incredibly rewarding career, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t exhausting. In this episode, Dr. Haley shares 10 reasons dentistry can leave you feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally drained, even after a really...
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334: Practice Ownership: The Investments, Growing Pains & Lessons Learned (Dr. Ronetta Sartor)
** TWINLEAF FINANCIAL FREE CONSULT: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Ronetta Sartor to talk about her journey from associate dentist to practice owner and everything she has learned along the way. Dr. Ronetta shares how an unexpected practice...
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333: What I Wish I Knew BEFORE Posting on Social Media as a Dentist | "Influencer" Advice
** IMPACT SUMMIT REGISTRATION LINK: towerimpactsummit.com ** TWINLEAF FINANCIAL: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ In this listener-requested episode, Dr. Haley shares what she has learned from years of putting herself online and building a presence on social media. She talks about finding the balance...
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332: Why Dentistry Is Still Worth It (Dr. Will Dadouris)
In this episode, Haley sits down with Dr. Will Dadouris, a second-year dentist working alongside his dad and uncle in their longtime private practice. They talk about the transition from dental school to the real world, finding an office where you can thrive, working with family, and why young...
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331: 5 Keys to Building Trust With Your Dental Patients
Learn more about A-Dec*: https://bit.ly/4fXpco2 Building trust with your patients is one of the most important skills you can develop as a dentist. Trust is beyond clinical skills or having the perfect case presentation. Dr. Haley shares 5 keys to building stronger, more trusting relationships…
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330: Dental Student Loans & Building the Dream Dental Career for YOUR Life (Dr. Gianna Tommarello)
** Claim your FREE Financial Consult: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Gianna Tommarello, we shift from clinical careers to the deeply personal experiences that shaped her journey. After suffering a traumatic dental injury as a...
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329: Corporate Dentistry, Private Practice & Finding the Right Fit (Dr. Gianna Tommarello)
** Claim your FREE Financial Consult: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 This week I'm joined by Dr. Gianna Tommarello (@drgiannatommarello), general and cosmetic focused dentist in Chandler AZ! We dive into her journey through multiple associateships, leaving positions...
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328: 10 Habits of Highly Successful Associate Dentists
Make Life Easier with A-Dec***: https://bit.ly/3SvSr8l What separates highly successful associate dentists from those who feel stuck, burned out, or constantly chasing the next milestone? In this solo episode, Dr. Haley shares 10 habits that can help associate dentists build not only a successful...
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327: Dr. Sable on Orthodontics, Student Loans, Social Media & Building a Career in NYC
A-Dec Specialty Chair**: https://bit.ly/4eZbT4Z Dr. Sable has become one of the most recognizable orthodontists on TikTok, but her journey started in a small town in Indiana with a dream of becoming an orthodontist and eventually moving to New York City. In this episode of The Dental Download...
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326: Let's Do a Mid-Year Reset Together | An Honest Check In as a Young Dentist
** Claim your FREE Financial Consult: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 Halfway through the year already? In this annual mid-year check-in, Dr. Haley sits down to honestly evaluate the goals she set at the start of 2026 and invites listeners to do the same. From production...
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325: What Happens When Your Dental Career Doesn't Go According to Plan? | Struggles of a Startup Pediatric Practice (Dr. Abbey Elson)
This week on The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley sits down with pediatric dentist and startup owner Dr. Abbey Elson to talk about the career path she never expected to take. After graduating residency, Dr. Abbey was convinced she would remain an associate. Instead, she found herself building a...
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324: The Pre-Dental Pep Talk You Needed | DAT Motivation, Application Advice & Why It's All Worth It
Are you a pre-dental student feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or questioning whether all of this hard work is worth it? This episode is for you. In this week's episode, Dr. Haley takes listeners back to her own pre-dental journey and shares the struggles, doubts, and stressful moments she…
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323: IV Sedation, Implants & Life After Dental School with Dr. Savanah Craig
**A-Dec Day of Experts: https://mailchi.mp/5c2d984f32da/igniteddsadec **Backpack Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYe8oRGCojn/ In this episode, Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Savanah Craig, a general dentist practicing outside of Columbus, Ohio, to discuss her journey from dental school to...
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322: Things Nobody Tells You About Working in Dentistry
Dental school teaches you how to diagnose treatment, prep crowns, and restore teeth, but there are plenty of realities about practicing dentistry that nobody talks about until you're living it every day. In this solo episode, Dr. Haley shares some of the biggest surprises from her first few years...
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321: Over 500k of Student Loans as a Dentist & Tips for First Years of Practice (Dr. Sammi Wood)
** FREE Financial Consult: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 Dr. Haley sits down with Dr. Sammi Wood to talk about the realities of early career dentistry that nobody fully prepares you for. From graduating with over $500,000 in student loans to navigating the transition from...
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320: 10 Mistakes Dental Practices Make With Their Patients
Dr. Haley discusses 10 of the biggest mistakes dental practices make with patients and how these small breakdowns in communication, systems, and patient experience can quietly hurt trust, retention, and case acceptance over time. From rushing appointments and confusing treatment plans to...
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319: The Hidden Trap Young Dentists Fall Into After Graduation (Dr. Rich Madow)
** FREE Day of Experts!: https://bit.ly/4stBGa4 What actually creates a happy and fulfilling career in dentistry? In this episode, Dr. Haley sits down with longtime dentist, speaker, and author Dr. Richard Madow for one of the most honest conversations yet on burnout, stress, mindset, leadership,...
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318: Planning Paralysis Is Keeping You Stuck - The Hidden Cost of Playing It Safe
** Jumpstart your financial future with Twinleaf Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 Dr. Haley is here to talk about risk tolerance, planning paralysis, fear of failure, and why so many people stay stuck dreaming instead of taking action. Let's discuss why…
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317: What It’s Like Being a New Grad Dentist in Public Health (Dr. Nikkia Thompson)
** 6 Month FREE trial of A-Dec's LinkAI: https://bit.ly/4mRzbgm ** In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nikkia Thompson, a 2024 dental school graduate now practicing in a Medicaid-based public health clinic in Florida. We talk about her transition from dental school into real-world dentistry…
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316: Treatment Planning Start to Finish | TALKING MONEY AND TREATMENT PLANS TO YOUR DENTAL PATIENTS PART 3
SEE THE BENEFITS OF LINK AI with A-Dec: https://bit.ly/48XRw5E This is Part 3 and the final episode of our treatment planning and money series, and we are putting everything together. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how I run an exam from start to finish and how to present treatment...
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315: The Dental Specialty No One Talks About… | Oral Radiology: A Dental Specialty Without Chairside Stress? (Dr. Samantha Gallia Ryan)
** The New Dentist Day of Experts: https://bit.ly/4stBGa4 ** When most pre-dental students think about dentistry, they picture working chairside, running a practice, and the physical demands that come with it. But what if there was another path… one that offers a completely different lifestyle?…
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314: The Truth Behind My Most Successful Month as a Dentist | 2026 Q1 Recap
** Jumpstart your financial future with Twinleaf Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr Haley shares the honest truth behind her highest producing month so far as a dentist. This episode aims to show that context…
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313: Imposter Syndrome, Choosing a Residency & Finding Your Path in Dentistry (Dr. Geena- Endodontist))
** Jumpstart your financial future with Twinleaf Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, I sit down with endodontist Dr. Geena Addison to talk about her journey through dental school, how she discovered her passion for...
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312: Common Communication Mistakes in Treatment Planning (And What to Say Instead) | TALKING MONEY AND TREATMENT PLANS TO YOUR DENTAL PATIENTS PART 2
** Link AI with A-DEC: https://bit.ly/4t9FUV7 (Available in the U.S. only) What you say in the operatory matters—but how you say it can make or break case acceptance. In this episode, we’re diving into the most common communication mistakes young dentists make during treatment planning—and…
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311: The Business Lessons Dental School Never Taught You (Dr. Justin Griffin Part 2)
What do practicing dentists know that dental students don't? What business skills do dental schools fall short on teaching students? What reality is waiting for dental students once they get that diploma? In the second part of this episode of The Dental Download Podcast with experienced dentist…
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310: Small Team, Big Profits- A Different Way to Run a Dental Practice (Part 1 Dr. Justin Griffin- The Smile Doc)
** Jumpstart your financial future with Twinleaf Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or text 321-521-3133 What does it really take to build a successful, lifestyle supporting dental practice? Is the "traditional model" the only way to be profitable? In the first part of this episode of The...
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309: Why Patients Are Saying NO to Your Treatment Plans | TALKING MONEY AND TREATMENT PLANS TO YOUR DENTAL PATIENTS | PART 1
Case acceptance is one of the biggest challenges for dentists—especially early in your career. In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley Schultz breaks down the patient psychology and communication strategies that help patients move from hesitation to confident treatment…
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308: Behind a Multi-Million Dollar Dental Practice | Keys to a Successful Partnership (Dr. Kris Bano)
** Build Your Financial Game Plan with Twinleaf Financial ** https://www.twinleafadv.com/ What does it really look like to go from dental associate to practice owner? In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley sits down with one of her practice owners, Dr. Kris Bano to break…
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307: Revealing My Ranking System that Allowed Me to Find My DREAM Associate Job
Listen in before you sign that associate contract. Choosing your first associate dentist job can make or break your early career — and most new grads have no idea how to properly evaluate a dental practice. In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley walks you through exactly how…
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306: Implants, Smile Makeovers & Case Acceptance: Building Skills Beyond Bread & Butter Dentistry (Dr. Kris Bano)
Dr. Kris Bano is less than five years out of dental school — and already a partner at Centreville Family Dentistry. In this episode, we break down how he went from new grad at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry to rapidly growing his clinical skills in implants, cosmetic dentistry,...
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305: Physician Home Loans for Dentists: Building vs Buying Explained
** Build Your Financial Game Plan with Twinleaf Financial ** https://www.twinleafadv.com/ Physician Home Loans for Dentists: Building vs Buying, Hidden Costs & Smart Budgeting Thinking about buying or building a home as a dentist? In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Haley…
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304: Stretching Isn’t Saving Your Back- The Truth About Chronic Pain for Dentists | Build a Pain-Resilient Dental Career
Is stretching really the answer to dental pain? 👀In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, host Dr. Haley sits down with physical therapist John Besharse to challenge everything dental professionals have been told about pain, posture, and prevention. With over a decade of experience…
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303: Dr. Haley's 2026 Goals, Money Mindset & Preparing for Parenthood
** Build Your Financial Game Plan with Twinleaf Financial ** https://www.twinleafadv.com/ In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, host Dr. Haley Schultz shares her 2026 goals and how she’s intentionally aligning her personal life and dental career as she prepares for the next...
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302: What Young Dentists Get WRONG About Career Building | Dr. Tarun Agarwal of Dentistry Made Simple
What REALLY Makes a Dental Practice Thrive? 26 Years of Hard-Earned Wisdom with Dr. Tarun Agarwal What happens when you stop creating a job and start building a business? 👀 This week on The Dental Download Podcast, we’re sitting down with Dr. Tarun Agarwal, a seasoned dentist with 26 years of...
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301: Goal Setting Strategies for Dentists - Dr. Haley's 2026 Clinical Goals!
As we head into 2026, this episode of The Dental Download is all about setting intentional, specific clinical goals that elevate patient care, communication, and long-term fulfillment in practice. I’m walking through how reflection and motivation lay the foundation for meaningful goal setting.…
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300: You CAN Love Dentistry and Your Life: Mentorship, Motherhood & Career Balance (Dr. Anna Morris)
*** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. What does a fulfilling dental career actually look like—especially when you want both professional growth and a life outside the…
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299: Dr. Haley's 2025 Dentist Wrapped! The Real Numbers Behind My 2025 as a Dentist
Consider this my Dentist 2025 Wrapped 🎧🦷 In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what 2025 really looked like behind the scenes of my dental career—numbers, growth, lessons, and all. I’m sharing a full annual review as a dentist, including production goals, patient care milestones, and...
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298: What NOT to Forget BEFORE Buying a Dental Practice or Partnership
Thinking about buying a dental practice but overwhelmed by insurance, student loans, and timing? 🦷💼In this episode, we’re joined by Jim Kachmar to break down what dentists actually need to know before taking the leap into practice ownership. We cover the often-overlooked (but critical) topics…
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297: Make Goal Setting Fun! | Reflecting on 2025 and Key Takeaways
** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. Engage with the podcast on Instagram:...
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296: Pediatric Dentist! Residency Journey, Oral Boards, and First Job Experiences
Learn More About A-Dec*: https://bit.ly/3M6Hbfr In this episode, Dr. Hannah shares her journey from dental school to becoming a pediatric dentist. She discusses her experiences during residency, the challenges of passing oral boards, and her passion for working with children. Dr. Hannah also...
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295: Pre-Dental Mindset Guide to 2025 Acceptance Day | Advice, Comparison & Next Steps
** Set yourself up for financial success with Twinleaf Financial Advisors: https://www.twinleafadv.com/ or or text 321-521-3133 for a free consultation. This episode is all about embracing your own unique timeline and letting go of the pressure to compare yourself to others. We break down why...
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294: What New Dentists Need to Know: Red Flags, Mentorship & Better Job Decisions
** A-Dec Smart Start: https://www.a-dec.com/new-dental-practice Stepping into your first dental job can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. In this episode of The Dental Download, Haley is joined by Matthew Nelson and Michelle Coker to break down the biggest mistakes new...
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The Dental Download Podcast provides conversations with dentists, dental specialists and experts in the industry. The host, Dr. Haley is a general dentist practicing in Michigan and also shares experiences navigating life as a young dentist. Engage with the podcast on Instagram & TikTok: @ DentalDownloadPodcast Business email: [email protected]'s Instagram: @ dr.haley.ddsHaley's YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/drhaleydds
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