Dr Alex & Tim Otto - We're the Kids in America E151

In this week’s episode of Dentology, Chris and Andy chat to Dr Alex and Tim Otto, co-founders of the Alcan Dental Cooperative offering practice support solutions for paediatric practices throughout Texas, USA.

They discuss the landscape of dentistry in the United States and specifically in Texas, sharing insights about the beginnings of their careers. They also explore what it's like to be both business partners and spouses and the ground rules they have set for working together.

They continue by explaining how Alcan assists owners of paediatric practices, detailing its origins as a resource for practices aiming to stay independent while ensuring a work-life balance for the owners.

They also share their views on the importance of being entrepreneurial and business-minded to succeed in dentistry today.

Topics:

-  What’s your secret to getting the important stuff done and not burning out?

- Talk us through what the USA dental scene looks like and what it’s like in Texas

- Outline your career beginnings

- What it’s like to be business partners and spouses

- Do you have rules around when you turn off the business switch?

- Alcan Dental Cooperative – what support does it offer?

- Do you need to be more nimble, entrepreneurial and business-minded to succeed in dentistry today?