Money, money, money... It may not define your success, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, I'm joined by Scott Hansen, Dr. Brad Chvatal, and Nick Wangler to rank the top 5 categories where orthodontists can save money, become more efficient with their spending, and ultimately take more money home.…

Money, money, money... It may not define your success, but it certainly doesn’t hurt. On this episode of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, I'm joined by Scott Hansen, Dr. Brad Chvatal, and Nick Wangler to rank the top 5 categories where orthodontists can save money, become more efficient with their spending, and ultimately take more money home.…

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part II of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Jamie Reynolds, founder of Orthodontic Partners, to share his perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Orthodontics. Jamie will address the benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'…

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part II of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Jamie Reynolds, founder of Orthodontic Partners, to share his perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Orthodontics. Jamie will address the benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'…

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part I of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Neal Kravitz to share his private practice perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Ortho. Neal will address its benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for …

In this episode of TDO: Live!, Part I of our discussion on Corporate Orthodontics, we welcome Dr. Neal Kravitz to share his private practice perspective on key issues surrounding Corporate Ortho. Neal will address its benefits and challenges for our profession, the future outlook, and its impact on private practices. We'll also touch on advice for …

With 150 nominees, 20 categories, and 1 incredible profession worth celebrating, you won’t want to miss the awards event of the year. Hosted by Drs. Kyle Fagala and Jonathan Nicozisis, filmed live in front of a studio audience at the AAO Annual Session in Chicago, and sponsored by inBrace, The Orthodontic Awards is the first ever Orthodontist-voted…

Hungry for more?! Grant, Andy, and I also spent 16 minutes talking about our favorite Marvel superheroes and their personality types on this episode of TDO: Live! After-Party. It’s a very fun “after-dinner mint” of a conversation that I’m sure you’ll enjoy!Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Orthodontists Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar to discuss personality tests and how having your teams and loved ones take these tests can make a big difference. Andy will help us zoom in on the Myers-Briggs Personality Test and Grant will discuss the ever-popular Enneagram. Lastly, if we have time, we wi…

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Orthodontists Grant Collins and Andy Sarpotdar to discuss personality tests and how having your teams and loved ones take these tests can make a big difference. Andy will help us zoom in on the Myers-Briggs Personality Test and Grant will discuss the ever-popular Enneagram. Lastly, if we have time, we wi…

For the first time in the history of The Digital Orthodontist: Live!, we have BONUS FOOTAGE. We filmed this "After-Party" following my recent interview with Dino Watt. If you were hoping to hear us talk more about our favorite sitcoms, TV theme songs, and our shared loved of Back to the Future, here's your chance! Also, if you'll help me encourage …

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dino Watt, a business, leadership, and relationship expert who speaks to standing-room-only audiences in the Orthodontic world. He joins me in Memphis to discuss how to create and maintain excellent team culture, how to make the best use of our time, how to get the most from our relationships, how to sel…

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dino Watt, a business, leadership, and relationship expert who speaks to standing-room-only audiences in the Orthodontic world. He joins me in Memphis to discuss how to create and maintain excellent team culture, how to make the best use of our time, how to get the most from our relationships, how to sel…

On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that …

On this special episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Align Technology President and CEO, Joe Hogan, at the Align Technology Global Headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. Joe and I spend 60 minutes covering the good and the misunderstood of his time with Align. We also cover doctor-submitted questions about the Invisalign system with the sincere hope that …

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Doug Shaw, lead singer of the only all-Orthodontist band RELAPSE, business partner to Glenn Krieger, and the MC at their annual OrthoPrenuers Summit. We discuss how to make partnerships work, how to overcome staffing shortages with digital technology, and how to successfully balance a busy family, a …

On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by Dr. Doug Shaw, lead singer of the only all-Orthodontist band RELAPSE, business partner to Glenn Krieger, and the MC at their annual OrthoPrenuers Summit. We discuss how to make partnerships work, how to overcome staffing shortages with digital technology, and how to successfully balance a busy family, a …

Filmed in front of a live audience at the MOPC 2022, host Dr. Kyle Fagala is joined by guests Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin to discuss the 5 basic positions in the average Orthodontic practice: Admin, TC, Clinical, Managers, and Marketing. They cover the skillsets, personality types, and general recommendations for each p…

Filmed in front of a live audience at the MOPC 2022, host Dr. Kyle Fagala is joined by guests Dr. Amanda Gallagher, Dr. Stuart Frost, and Tracy Martin to discuss the 5 basic positions in the average Orthodontic practice: Admin, TC, Clinical, Managers, and Marketing. They cover the skillsets, personality types, and general recommendations for each p…

It's the biggest and messiest episode of TDO: Live! yet!! We've got orthodontic trivia, outrageous physical challenges, and even a doctor dance-off for the history books. Will you cheer for The Blue Team: Drs. Doug Shaw, Alyssa Emory-Carter, and Paiyal Popat OR The Red Team: Drs. Akash Pandya, Margarita Lachica, and Sheldon Salins? Tune in to see w…

Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We…

If there’s one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it’s that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn’t require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients a…

If there’s one thing that all orthodontic practice owners have in common, it’s that we love to increase profitability—especially when it doesn’t require much additional effort or expense. On this episode of TDO: Live!, I'm joined by three financial experts: Dr. Ben Dyches from Dr. Tax Credit discusses the R&D tax credit and how it can net clients a…

Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We…

It's the biggest and messiest episode of TDO: Live! yet!! We've got orthodontic trivia, outrageous physical challenges, and even a doctor dance-off for the history books. Will you cheer for The Blue Team: Drs. Doug Shaw, Alyssa Emory-Carter, and Paiyal Popat OR The Red Team: Drs. Akash Pandya, Margarita Lachica, and Sheldon Salins? Tune in to see w…

In case you missed my presentation at this year's AAO, I was honored to be asked to present on one of my favorite books: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, but with an emphasis placed on the topics most relevant to Orthodontics. Join me as we discuss seven ways to consistently excel and exceed expectations through the methods…

This is it. We end our 9-week journey through the TDO: Live! Meeting 2021 with a discussion on the Exam Room with Drs. Cole Johnson, Courtney Schiefelbein, and Anna Fagala. We then get all 10 Doctor guests in the same room together to summarize the weekend, including some of my personal favorite moments of the entire meeting. And as if that weren't…

We go BIG with Eff Bombs from Dr. Chris Feldman and Dr. Jeff Kozlowski - dozens of clinical efficiency tips from the masters of clinical efficiency. We also discuss the pros and cons of clinical delegation with Drs. Shane Langley and Bryan Lockhart AND pick the best BBQ in Memphis with Alex Rasmussen and a star-studded tasting panel.…

Dr. Stuart Frost and Dr. Nicole Wax, two of the most inspirational and high-energy leaders in Orthodontics, share their secrets for starting the morning off right and for team culture in general. Jerry Hall from 3M Oral Care also explains how they take an idea from infancy to innovation.Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Dr. Cole Johnson prepares a mystery basket breakfast while he shares "The Art of Cooking and Communicating." Dr. Kyle Fagala and Alex Rasmussen outline a 12-month digital marketing plan that's sure to work for everyone in their "Marketing Coordinator MasterClass."Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

This week's episode is chock-full of fun content! We have the National Champion Memphis Tigers Pom Squad, a panel of Drs. Cole Johnson, Jeff Kozlowski, Lisa Alvetro, Nicole Wax, and Courtney Schiefelbein to discuss the elements of a great orthodontic team, and then an interview with Drs. Lisa Alvetro and Candice Coleman on Administrative Team tips …

"The Artist Orthodontist" Dr. Stuart Frost shares his 5 Keys to Crafting Beautiful Smiles AND we award the championship belt for "Best Orthodontist of the TDO: Live! 2021 Meeting." Then, things get a little dicey between me and Dr. Chris Feldman...Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Dr. Jeff Kozlowski and Dr. Candice Coleman share sage associateship strategies with "Be the Best Associate, Become the Best Partner." Then, Drs. Shane Langley, Lisa Alvetro, and Bryan Lockhart discuss the latest and greatest in clinical orthodontics during "Hybrid Orthodontics and Digital Workflows."…

Join me as Dr. Cole Johnson and Dr. Nicole Wax drop some major leadership pro tips that you won’t want to miss. Alex Rasmussen also interviews Dr. Courtney Schiefelbein and Dr. Chris Feldman on the topic “Be Yourself: A Discussion on Branding, Authenticity, and Culture.” Lastly, you'll hear Pro Tips from consultants Dino Watt and Angie Menendez.…

Over the next 9 weeks, I'll be sharing The Best of The TDO: Live! Meeting 2021 with you. Each "episode" will air live in our TDO Facebook Group on Sunday Nights at 8 PM CST and remain archived on our Podcast and YouTube. In the first episode, you'll see the SNL-style opening skit, enjoy an Elvis concert from my living room, and witness our "How To …

The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Clinical Mastery." I'm joined by Dr. Ed Lin, Dr. Heather Stone Hopkins, and Dr. Jay Bowman, all extremely gifted clinical orthodontists with a wide array of expertise and experience. We discuss how to produce great clinical results every day, how to review your results and imp…

The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Influencers." I'm joined by Dr. Grant Collins, AKA "The Braces Guy," with 3.3M followers on TikTok, Dr. Bobbi Peterson from Being Bobbi on YouTube, and the original "King of Instagram" Dr. Dovi Prero. We discuss how to work with local influencers AND what it takes to be an inf…

The Digital Orthodontist Live! returns for a discussion on the topic of "Cybersecurity." There is no bigger threat to the Orthodontic practice today than a cyber attack. I'm joined by Orthodontist Dr. Lauren Manfred who shares her personal experience of getting hacked, Gary Salman from Black Talon (a leading Cyber Security company in the dental ind…

In the spirit of the Super Bowl, it's time to decide which aligner system reigns supreme. I'm joined by five doctors who use three different aligner systems: Drs. Vanessa Peterson and Jeremiah Sturgill (3M Clarity Aligners), Dr. Eric Wu (uLab), and Drs. Jonathan Nicozisis and Maz Moshiri (Invisalign). We discuss the pros and cons of each aligner sy…

Our specialty is changing, and we must learn to change with it. I'm joined by current AAO President Dr. Chris Roberts, former AAO President and Director of Orthodontics at the University of Minnesota Dr. Brent Larson, and Canadian practice-owner Dr. Trista Felty Tsang who serves on countless orthodontic boards and committees. We discuss Corporate o…

Season 3 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! rolls on with the Neon Canvas Holiday Happy Hour hosted by Dr. Kyle Fagala and Alex Rasmussen with guests Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis, Dr. Courtney Schiefelbein, Dr. Christopher Feldman, and Dr. Patrice Smith. We mix a drink together (the Cocoa Loco Chocolate Martini) and rank our top 5 moments of 2020, includ…

For the first time since April, The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is back with a special 2-hour holiday meet-up that will be released in two episodes. The first hour, “2020: A Year In Review” features special guests Dr. Jeannie Moody, Chris Bentson, and LeeAnn Peniche as we look back at one of the wildest years ever and discuss the highs and lows of …

I’ve been getting a ton of questions about virtual visits and consults and seeing a lot of misinformation floating around, so I decided to do a live Zoom meeting to discuss. My partner at Neon Canvas Alex joined me to answer these questions and to discuss Virtual Visits and Consults, adjusting social media during COVID-19, whether you should decrea…

Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! continues with the founder of the Women in Orthodontics Study Group and Conference, Dr. Courtney Dunn. We discuss what happens inside the WIO group, the challenges of working while pregnant, practicing with an Orthodontist husband, how to manage a large, 4-location practice, what Courtney is up to these d…

Season 2 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! kicks off with the host of the Elevate Orthodontics Podcast, Dr. Lance Miller. We discuss Personal Financial Management, Investing in Systems and People, Lifestyle Design in Orthodontics, Overcoming “Resistance”, The Role of Consultants, and much, much more.…

On Episode 9 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is orthodontist Dr. Anil Idiculla. We discuss divorce and depression, the corporatization of Orthodontics, multiple practice problems, the battle between Ego and Heart, and much, much more...Por Kyle Fagala, DDS, MDS

Episode 8 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is a very special episode from the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 AAO Annual Session. I interviewed 4 guests: Drs. Maz Moshiri, Jeff Kozlowski, Sean Carlson, and Dan Bills. We discuss aligner pro-tips, conventional vs. optimized attachments, treatment efficiency, passive self-ligation, OrthoScience, Airway-Con…

Episode 7 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is a very special episode from the Exhibit Hall at the 2019 AAO Annual Session. I interviewed 4 guests: Dr. Lisa Alvetro, Katie Maassen, Dr. Greg Jorgensen, and Dr. Glenn Krieger. We discuss Forsus pro-tips, the difficulties of being a female Orthodontist speaker, how the AAO is marketing Orthodontists, …