The Dental Download 278: Prosthodontics 101: Residency, Practice Models & Starting from Scratch (Dr. Varisha Parikh)
In this episode of The Dental Download Podcast, Dr. Varisha Parikh shares her journey to becoming a prosthodontist and starting her own dental practice. She discusses the challenges and rewards of prosthodontic residency, what inspired her to pursue this specialty, and the lessons she learned from working in different practice models. Dr. Parikh also opens up about the realities of dental practice ownership—from financial decisions and patient care philosophies to building a patient base through community networking. If you're curious about specialty dentistry, running your own dental practice, or finding balance in your dental career, this episode is packed with insight and real-world advice.
Topics covered:
What prosthodontics is really like
Pros and cons of different dental practice models
Transitioning from dental school to residency
Starting a dental practice from scratch
Work-life balance in dentistry
The importance of transparency in professional relationships
Perfect for: dental students, pre-dental students, new grads, and dentists exploring ownership or specialties.
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