Influential Dental

The Influential Dental Podcast by the American Dental Institute is your space to connect, learn, and grow with fellow dental professionals. We dive into real conversations about the things that matter to you—whether it’s the latest technical advancements, marketing strategies to grow your practice, or ways to navigate career growth and personal well-being.It’s all about building a community where we can all grow together. Join us if you’re looking for insights to improve your clinical skills, tips to expand your practice, or simply some motivation to keep elevating your care.

Influential Dental is a education podcast hosted by American Dental Institute, with 48 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

American Dental Institute hosts Influential Dental, a education show with 48 episodes published.

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  Episode #48

  #48 The Power of Community in Dentistry with Greg Tice

  Sep 18, 202654 minS1

  What makes a professional community truly valuable? In this episode of Influential Dental , Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter sit down with Greg Tice, COO of Seattle Study Club, for a conversation about the role community plays in learning, growth, and longevity in dentistry. Greg reflects on more than 30 years with Seattle Study Club and shares why education alone rarely changes behavior. The conversation explores the importance of learning alongside others, creating space for honest conversations, staying open to different perspectives, and maintaining the human connection behind dentistry. They also discuss change, AI, burnout, mindset, influence, and why the people around us can have such an important impact on the professionals we become. A conversation about dentistry — but also about the people, relationships, and environments that help us keep growing. Influential Dental is recorded in collaboration with the American Dental Institute. Learn more about the American Dental Institute: www.americandentalinstitute.com instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando Learn more about Influential Dental: influentialdental.co instagram.com/influentialdental

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  Episode #46

  #46 influential conversations with Ali Hyatt

  Aug 21, 202617 minS1

  Recorded live at Dykema, this episode of Influential Dental features Ali Hyatt, Chief Customer & Growth Officer at Henry Schein One. Ali joins Julianne O’Connor and Michael Keeter to share the path that took her from consumer marketing and telehealth to dental technology, and how her background in creativity, data, and customer behavior continues to shape the way she leads. The conversation explores the rapid evolution of dental technology, the growing role of AI in practice management, and why meaningful innovation begins with understanding the everyday challenges dental teams face. Ali also shares her approach to customer experience, quick decision-making, transparent partnerships, and building around a shared vision. Plus, we discover the person behind the leadership role, including the story of her first sprint triathlon. Influential Dental is recorded in collaboration with the American Dental Institute. Learn more about the American Dental Institute: www.americandentalinstitute.com instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando Learn more about Influential Dental: influentialdental.co instagram.com/influentialdental

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  Episode #45

  #45 Influential Conversations with Robert Woolley

  Aug 7, 202615 minS1

  In this episode of Influential Conversations , Robert Woolley of HuFriedyGroup joins us for a conversation about leadership, culture, innovation, and the future of dentistry. Robert shares how his experiences across different countries, companies, and cultures have shaped the way he approaches leadership today. From building diverse teams and creating a values-centered work environment to moving beyond products and focusing on solutions that improve patient care, the conversation explores what meaningful leadership can look like in the dental industry. He also reflects on work-life integration, the importance of surrounding yourself with people who bring different strengths to the table, and why the opportunities ahead in dentistry are only beginning. This episode marks the beginning of Influential Conversations , a new series of short conversations with leaders, educators, and professionals helping shape the dental industry. Recorded live at Dykema, this is a short conversation with plenty to think about for anyone working to grow as a leader, clinician, or professional in dentistry.

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  Episode #44

  #44 The Hidden Culture Behind Burnout in Dentistry with Dr. Michael Forde

  Jul 24, 20261h 2mS1

  In this episode of Influential Dental , Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter sit down with Dr. Michael Forde for a thoughtful conversation on burnout, leadership, and the culture that shapes dentistry from the inside out. What begins with Dr. Forde’s journey through prosthodontics, music, mentorship, and Mayo Clinic evolves into a deeper discussion about the roots of dental training, the pressure many clinicians carry, and why psychological safety matters in practices, organizations, and patient care. Together, they explore how old models of “toughness” still influence the way dentists are trained and led, and why the future of dentistry may depend on building cultures where people can speak up, grow, and perform at a high level without losing themselves in the process. Disclaimer: This episode was recorded while Dr. Michael Forde was serving as Chief Clinical Officer at Paradigm. His role has since changed. Learn more about the American Dental Institute: www.americandentalinstitute.com instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando Learn more about Influential Dental: influentialdental.co instagram.com/influentialdental

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  Episode #43

  #43 Dykema: Where DSOs connect with Brian Colao

  Jul 3, 202644 minS1

  In this episode of Influential Dental, Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter welcome back Brian Colao back to the show for a conversation ahead of Dykema DSO. Brian shares what makes Dykema one of the most important gatherings in the DSO space, from high-level networking and industry-leading conversations to the event’s focus on history, leadership, technology, AI, and the future of dental organizations. The conversation also explores why human connection remains at the center of dentistry, even as innovation continues to reshape the industry. Plus, Julieanne, Michael, and Brian discuss the special Dykema issue of Influence Magazine and what attendees can expect from this year’s event. For anyone connected to DSOs, dental leadership, or the future of dentistry, this episode offers a look inside the conversations shaping the industry. Topics discussed: Dykema DSO, DSO leadership, the future of dental organizations, DSO history, AI in dentistry, dental technology adoption, human connection, dental team culture, private equity, M&A, networking, Influence Magazine, and the trends shaping the dental industry. 📢 Learn more about the American Dental Institute: 🌐 www.americandentalinstitute.com 📸 instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute 📘 facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando 📢 Learn more about Influential Dental: 🌐 influentialdental.co 📸 instagram.com/influentialdental

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