The Dental Brief Podcast What It Really Takes to Grow as a Dentist in 2026
Nov 12, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Dr. James Sanderson, a seasoned dentist and mentor with over 30 years of experience, shares invaluable insights into growing a dental practice. He tackles the biggest challenges facing dentists today and recounts lessons learned from his first implant failure. Emphasizing the importance of mindset and support, he explores how to build the right team and navigate vendor relationships. Dr. Sanderson also highlights the significance of mentorship and continuous learning in achieving long-term success.
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Implants Offer Big Revenue If Done Right
- Dental implants can significantly boost practice revenue if executed properly.
- The challenge is not demand but learning to perform implants correctly and integrate them into practice.
Adopt A Proactive Mindset And Get Team Buy-In
- Adopt a proactive attitude and commit to learning implants rather than drifting along.
- Build the right team and get their buy-in because implant success depends on staff support.
Humble Implant Failure Sparked Team Approach
- Early in practice James Sanderson attempted an implant after a one-weekend course and encountered no bone, causing complete failure.
- He adapted by teaming with a specialist and later led pioneering implant cases in Alabama.