Episodes
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Jay Hogan - Perfect Fit Ortho: Revolutionizing Support for Dentists Providing Aligners
In the latest episode of The In Your Face Podcast, Dr. Blair Feldman is joined by the cofounder of Perfect Fit Ortho - Jay Hogan. They delve into the innovative world of Perfect Fit Ortho. They discuss how the company is reshaping the orthodontic landscape through cutting-edge technology…
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Dr. Dave's Vision: Changing Orthodontics One Mint at a Time
On this episode of The In Your Face® Podcast, Dr. Blair Feldman has an exciting conversation with Dr. Dave Pechersky. Dr. Dave shares his inventive journey as an orthodontist, emphasizing the importance of creating a strong business foundation with a compelling value proposition. They delve into...
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In Office Retainer Programs - A New DTC Company Wants to Compete. Discussion with Thought Leader Dr Dustin Burleson
On this episode of The In Your Face® Podcast, the roles are flipped with Dr Dustin Burleson interviewing Dr Blair Feldman. They discuss updates with Retainer Club and a share thoughts on a new direct to consumer retainer company called DrDirectRetainers. They will explore why recommending annual...
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Thoughtfully Scaling an Orthodontic Business: Insights from Dr. Sam Burrow
On this week's episode of The In Your Face® Podcast, we chat with Dr. Sam Burrow, a board-certified orthodontic specialist and co-founder of Burrow, Welchel & Culp Orthodontics, which has 13 locations. Dr. Sam Burrow followed in the footsteps of his father to continue a legacy of dedicated...
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Tackling Life: Dr. Blair White's Path from the NFL to Orthodontics
On this week's episode, The In Your Face® Podcast is welcoming a guest who has tasted success in multiple high-stress arenas – it's Dr. Blair White! From the gritty gridirons of Michigan State and the NFL, Dr. White has transitioned from the adrenaline of football to the precision of…
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Casey Bull - COO of MyOrthoVA - Unleashing the Power of Virtual Assistants for Your Practice
Our guest is Casey Bull. She is the COO at MyOrthoVA, a company that supports orthodontic and dental practices with expertly trained virtual assistants. She earned her MBA from Pepperdine and first started working in the orthodontic industry as a practice manager for Dr Alex Waldman, who many of...
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Marketing Mastery with Dean Steinman: Driving Orthodontic Success
Dean Steinman is a dynamic marketing expert who understands the evolution of social media and digital advertising landscapes. Once rooted firmly in the realm of Facebook, he witnessed the platform's transition as it became a hub for a vast majority of the global population. Not one to be swayed…
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Boosting Orthodontic Starts in Challenging Times: Insights from Brooke Oliphant
Welcome to The In Your Face Podcast, I'm your host, Dr. Blair Feldman, and today we have a captivating episode in store for you. Our guest, Brooke Oliphant, is a powerhouse in the orthodontic sales/ consulting world, demonstrating how transparency in pricing and personalized coaching is...
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Dr. Sima Yakoby Epstein: Innovating Orthodontic Efficiency and Patient Comfort
Dr. Epstein stands at the intersection of orthodontic treatment and innovation, having overcome personal adversity and channeling her experiences as a patient into a dynamic career in orthodontics and entrepreneurship. As someone deeply compassionate and driven, Dr. Epstein has leveraged her rich...
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Redefining Orthodontic Care in the General Practice: Dr. Ingrid Murra's Journey with Two Front
Dr. Ingrid Murra, a Harvard-trained orthodontist, entrepreneur, and the visionary founder of Two Front. Dr. Murra's personal story is one of ambition and insight—as one of five daughters born to physicians who achieved the American dream, she understands the intricacies of healthcare deeply.…
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Using Brius Technologies to Independently Move and Straighten Teeth
Dr. Mehdi Peikar is the Founder, Chief Technology Officer, and Chief Medical Officer at Brius Technologies, an innovative company that's focused on transforming the orthodontic experience. He is a practicing orthodontist who graduated from UCLA School of Dentistry. He also holds a master's degree...
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Customer Service Strategies for Attracting and Retaining Clients in the Dental Industry with Vance Morris
Vance Morris is a customer experience strategist and international speaker. He has held a variety of titles throughout his career, including former birth control factory security guard, bankrupt out-of-work executive, carpet cleaner, successful entrepreneur, and Disney leader. After spending 10...
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Year in Review with Dr. Blair Feldman, Co-founder and President of Retainer Club
Dr. Blair Feldman is the Co-founder and President of Retainer Club. He is an orthodontics specialist who has been practicing for more than 20 years. He is a former Adjunct Professor of Orthodontics at AT Still University. Dr. Feldman completed his undergraduate studies at the University of…
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How to Build an Honest and Loyal Team with Craig Weiss
Craig Weiss is the Co-Founder and CEO of Retainer Club and Mouthguard Club, subscription healthcare businesses that manufacture 3-D printed custom retainers, mouth guards, and night guards. He is also the Founder and CEO of Aladdin Dreamer, a company that helps users improve their sleep health…
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Craig Weiss on the Origins of Retainer Club and Leading a Billion-Dollar Unicorn
Craig Weiss is a serial entrepreneur and the Co-Founder and CEO of Retainer Club and Mouthguard Club. He is the former President and CEO of NJOY, Inc., where he helped generate over $150 million in revenue, raised $200 million in equity financing, and increased the company's valuation from $10...
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Is Your Office Website Bringing You New Patients? Learn More with Jimmy Nicholas, Founder of Jimmy Marketing
Jimmy Nicholas is the Founder of Jimmy Marketing, a full-service done-for-you digital marketing agency which he founded in 2011. Back in 1997, at just 15 years old, Jimmy sold his first website to a local business; and through high school and college, he built a web hosting and web design…
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Smiles Change Lives: How Giving More to Your Community Can Grow Your Practice with Dr. Dustin Burleson
Dr. Dustin Burleson is a speaker, teacher, author, and business strategist for over 3,000 orthodontists located across 32 countries. He writes and edits 5 newsletters monthly and is the Director of the Leo H. Rheam Foundation for Cleft and Craniofacial Orthodontics. He also operates large...
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Getting to Know Candid From an Orthodontist's Perspective - Dr. Lynn Hurst, Co-Founder, Candid
Dr. Lynn Hurst is the Co-Founder and Chief Dental Officer for Candid. Since graduating from dental school at the University of Texas and completing his orthodontic residency at the University of Oklahoma, Dr. Hurst has become one of the national leaders in clear aligner therapy and cutting edge...
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The Role of Teledentistry in Current and Future Orthodontic Treatments with Dr. Dan German, Founder and CEO of orthobrain®
Dr. Dan German is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Orthodontist of orthobrain®, which he founded in 2016. This is a subscription-based consulting and education platform powered by the expertise of orthodontists to help dentists deliver orthodontic care with confidence. He is an orthodontic pioneer in...
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Supercharge Your Orthodontic Referrals from GPs Who Offer Ortho with Dr. Amanda Wilson, Founder of StraightSmile Solutions®
Dr. Amanda Wilson is an orthodontist, dental consultant, and dental advisor by profession. After 10 years in private practice in the San Francisco Bay Area, she created StraightSmile Solutions® as an orthodontic consulting company that directly services dentists, dental specialists, and dental…
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Providing Practice Management Solutions and the Right Technology with McKenzie Fagan, Area Sales Manager for Henry Schein One
McKenzie Fagan is the Area Sales Manager for Henry Schein One, the world's largest dental practice management software company. Henry Schein One combines leading practice management, marketing, and patient engagement solutions into one cohesive management system to help improve every aspect of…
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Making Dentistry and Finance Interesting, Understandable, and Fun with Ken Kaufman, CFO of Community Dental Partners
Ken Kaufman is the CFO of Community Dental Partners, a dental support organization made up of both dental and business professionals to create solutions for today's modern dentists. He is also the former President and CFO of Aribex, the manufacturer of the NOMAD line of handheld x-ray imaging...
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How Collective Care Dental is Making their Drs Happy with Co-Founder John Button
John Button is the Co-Founder of CollectiveCare Dental (CCD), a dental services organization (DSO) formed in 2013. Focused on building a regional family of practices in Southeastern PA, Southern NJ, and Delaware, CCD is committed to achieving high patient satisfaction through excellent dental…
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How Artificial Intelligence and Computer Vision Can Help Dental and Orthodontic Practices with Ophir Tanz, Founder and CEO of Pearl
Ophir Tanz is the Founder and CEO of Pearl, a software suite that uses artificial intelligence to grow and improve your practice. He is the former Founder and CEO of GumGum, a leading global computer vision company that grew to hundreds of millions in revenue. Before launching GumGum, he was the...
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Using Humor as an Educational Tool with Dr. Gary Brigham, Founder of Brigham Orthodontics
Dr. Gary Brigham is an Elite Premier Invisalign provider and the Founder of Brigham Orthodontics, treating thousands of patients and over 1,000 preteens and teens. He has been lecturing internationally on Invisalign treatment since 2004 and Propel since 2014. In addition to his Doctor of Dental...
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Advocating for Mental Health in the Dentistry and Orthodontic Professions with Dr. Whitney Wright, Founder of The Wright Talk Podcast
Dr. Whitney Wright is an orthodontist turned mental health advocate. He is the Founding Orthodontist of Risas Dental and Braces, a DSO with 26 locations in four states across the Southwest. Risas currently has over 100 dentists, orthodontists, and oral surgeons who have given away more than $6...
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Providing Customizable Data and Reports to DSOs and Dental Practices with Neal Golding and Michael Ross from JellyFishRAS
Neal Golding is the Founder & President of JellyFish RAS and has over 25 years of leadership experience. After spending 20 years working in the family business of mobile auto glass replacement, Neal took a leap and started JellyFish RAS in 2011— a business intelligence resource designed…
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Protecting the Future of Orthodontics with Dr. Greg White of White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics
Dr. Greg White is a Founding Partner of White, Greer & Maggard Orthodontics, one of the largest privately-owned orthodontic practices in the country, with offices throughout the state of Kentucky. He obtained his DMD and MS degrees from the University of Kentucky and has been a private practice...
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The Three Pillars of Business Success with Brian Wright, Founder and CEO of New Patient Group
Brian Wright is the Founder and CEO of New Patient Group, a dental consulting company that helps clients grow and thrive by focusing on three pillars: leadership and culture, employee training, and digital marketing. In addition to being the Founder and CEO, he's also the host of the New Patient...
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More Predictable Outcomes and Better Patient Experience with ClearTPS
Sheldon Krancher is the Co-founder and CEO of ClearTPS, the global leader in Invisalign diagnosis and treatment plan optimization, having treated over 100,000 cases. Because of this, ClearTPS is the largest and fastest-growing network of clear aligner providers in the world. It was only natural...
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How an In-house Membership Plan Boosts Your Dental Practices with Dr. Brett Wells, Founder and CEO of DentalHQ
Dr. Brett Wells is a practicing dentist and group practice owner in North Carolina. He is also the founder and CEO of DentalHQ, which helps dentists attract and retain uninsured patients through the use of in-house membership plans with advanced software. He's recently launched another company,...
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The Psychology of Compliance with Dr. Barry Glaser, CEO of Aligner Insider
Dr. Barry Glaser is the CEO of Aligner Insider. He is an orthodontist, lecturer, podcaster, private practice owner, author and former associate director of orthodontics at Montefiore Medical Center. He is the owner of Glaser Orthodontics and currently practices in Cortlandt Manor, New York with...
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Creating Beautiful Smiles and Stamping out Dental Irregularities with Dr. Randy Feldman of Blue Wave Orthodontics
Dr. Randy Feldman has been in the private practice of orthodontics for 38 years in Tampa Bay, Florida. He is a partner and owner of Blue Wave Orthodontics and has a pediatric dental practice, six office locations, four associates, and grosses in the low eight figures. He hopes to open one or two...
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Bringing the Flexibility of the Gig Economy to Dental Practices with Joe Fogg, Founder & CEO of onDiem
Joe Fogg is the Founder and CEO of onDiem, a healthcare staffing platform that combines the flexibility of the gig economy with the benefits of traditional staffing, creating an on-demand professional labor force. onDiem's mission is to bring benefits to amazing, hardworking dental professionals...
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How Orthodontists Can Bring the Human Element and Personal Touch to Online Consultations with Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis
Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis has been in the specialty practice of orthodontics since 1997. He is an orthodontist at Princeton Orthodontics and he is the co-creator of The Aligner Intensive Fellowship. He is also a member of Invisalign® National Speaker's Bureau and Clinical Research Network where he...
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Innovation Only Starts with an Idea with Dr. Chris Cetta, Co-inventor of Precision Aligner Buttons
Dr. Chris Cetta is a board-certified orthodontist practicing with Blue Wave Orthodontics in Florida. He received his undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University in North Carolina and graduated from Rutgers School of Dental Medicine in New Jersey. Prior to specializing in orthodontics at...
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How to Identify & Investigative Dentistry Embezzlement with David Harris, CEO of Prosperident
David Harris is the CEO of Prosperident, the world's largest firm investigating financial crimes committed against dentists. He is a forensic accountant, a licensed private investigator, and a CPA. He is the author of the book Dental Embezzlement: The Art of Theft and the Science of Control and...
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Providing C-Suite Dental Practice Management Services with Vin Cardillo, Founder of Maeva Dental Advisors
Vin Cardillo is a proven industry leader with 20 years of experience in leadership partner roles growing Dental Service Organizations (DSOs). He was ranked number 14 on the 2014 Inc 500 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies in the United States, with a growth of almost 13,000%. Vin is the...
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Dental Outsourcing Services for Dentists with J.W. Oliver of Support DDS
J.W. Oliver is the Managing Partner of Support DDS, a dental outsourcing company that helps dentists find the best employees for their dental practice. The company creates career opportunities for the people of Zimbabwe, Africa by outsourcing their talents to the rest of the world. J.W. who has...
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How to Clean & Effectively Sanitize Aligners and Retainers with Dr. Sam Daher, Creator of Steraligner
Dr. Sam Daher is the creator of Steraligner, the most effective solution to clean and sanitize aligners and all types of retainers and removable oral appliances. He was one of the early adopters of Invisalign and incorporated it into his orthodontic practice, and became the top Invisalign…
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Developing Better Communication and Presentation Skills for Dentists with Dr. Paul Homoly, President of Homoly Communications
Dr. Paul Homoly, CSP, is President of Homoly Communications. He has presented his work on treatment acceptance and leadership communication in different associations and organizations worldwide. He has also created speaker development programs for market-leading demo companies like Nobel Biocare,...
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How To Manage Your Inventory with Mari Sawtelle Dunn, Founder of Mari's List
Mari Sawtelle Dunn is the Founder of Mari's List, a place for orthodontists to learn more about how to manage their inventory. She founded it in 2012. Mari's List is also an orthodontic consultant company, a study club, and a buying group, which has grown mostly by member referrals to over 1800...
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Using Scan Day To Grow Your Orthodontic Practice
Dr. Blair Feldman and Craig Weiss are co-hosts of the In Your Face Podcast. They are also the Founders of the Retainer Club, an innovative company that helps orthodontists grow their practices. Dr. Blair Feldman, DMD is an orthodontics specialist who has been in practice for more than 20 years.…
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Growing a Company to a Billion Dollar Valuation in 3 years, Testifying in Senate, Raising $200 Million, and Getting Interviewed by The Wall Street Journal
Craig Weiss is the co-host of the In Your Face Podcast. Together with his co-host and business partner, Dr. Blair Feldman, they were able to help orthodontists build their own practice and scale up consumer business to over a $1-billion valuation. Craig is a serial entrepreneur who has founded or...
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Personalizing Retainers with Thermoformable Plastic Sheets with Matt Fischer and Dr. Eric Sacks of Dentagrafix
Matt Fischer is the CEO of Dentagrafix, and Dr. Eric Sacks is the Founder and President. The company sells FDA-compliant, BPA-free decorated plastic sheets for thermoforming that are used to fabricate unique, personalized, clear retainers, aligners, mouth guards, and other dental appliances. Matt...
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How the Right Electric Toothbrush Can Revitalize Your Practice with Ben Goldberg of Goby
Ben Goldberg is the Co-founder & CEO of Goby. He founded the company after he was frustrated by today's oral care offerings. Like many people, Ben's visits to the dentist were far from enjoyable and he, at one time, begrudgingly bought an overpriced electric toothbrush while searching for an...
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EasyRx - Making Managing Orthodontic Lab Work Centralized and Easy - Todd Blankenbecler CEO
Todd Blankenbecler has spent the last 30 years in dental specialty software doing multiple roles including sales management, product and project management, and tech support. He managed the sales team and software development for Dolphin Management, Dolphin Mobile, My Orthodontist, and...
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Deployment of Mouthguard Kiosks with Blair Feldman of The Retainer Club
In this episode… Mouthguards help athletes in minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to the lips, tongue, face or jaw. Having mouthguard kiosks conveniently located in orthodontist & dentists' offices is beneficial to both athletes and orthodontists. Many of the patients that go to…
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Social Media Marketing for Dentists with Adrian Lefler, Partner at My Social Practice
Adrian Leffler is the co-founder and CEO of My Social Practice, an award-winning team of designers, writers, marketers, and customer support experts all passionate about social media and laser-focused on just one thing; providing the most effective, easiest to use dental, social media marketing...
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Case Study of a Texas Orthodontist Partner with Blair Feldman of The Retainer Club
Dr. Blair Feldman, DMD is an orthodontics specialist who has been practicing for more than 20 years. He is a former Adjunct Professor of Orthodontics at AT Still University in Mesa, AZ, and is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and the Arizona...
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