Less Insurance Dependence Podcast Building skill through Simulation training and its impact on Doctor confidence
Oct 23, 2025
Dr. Lincoln Harris, the visionary founder of RipeGlobal, revolutionizes dental education with cloud-based simulation training that eliminates travel and downtime. He emphasizes the critical role of self-belief and confidence in dentistry, helping professionals overcome perfectionism and embrace their value. Dr. Harris also discusses how his innovative approach scales performance training for practices of all sizes and predicts a future where AI and robotics enhance productivity in dental care.
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Pivoting To Clinic-Based Simulation
- Lincoln Harris pivoted RIPE Global to cloud-based simulation within four days of COVID lockdowns to keep teaching practical skills.
- He used clinic-mounted mannequins so dentists could train in their own chairs with real tools and materials.
Train Where You Practice For Better Implementation
- Training in the same environment you work in produces far higher implementation rates than institute-based courses.
- Lincoln reports three to four times higher procedure implementation when dentists train in-clinic.
Move Theory Online, Multiply Repetitions
- Do all didactics online before hands-on sessions so in-person time focuses entirely on repetition.
- Aim for many more repetitions (10–20) during hands-on practice to build reliable procedural skill.