Have you considered coping mechanisms and how those can profoundly impact us as dentists? Are you wondering how to establish and maintain positive coping mechanisms instead of negative ones? In this intimate conversation, Dr. Alan Mead shares with Dr. Dennis Hartlieb what led him into opiate addiction over twenty years ago, what propelled him into rehab, and what the journey toward recovery and healthy living has been like for him. Listen in to hear Dr. Mead share how he wound up addicted to opiates and how he escaped that downward spiral and went on to have a successful dental and podcast career. To connect more with Dr. Mead and the dental podcast network he leads, head to https://www.verydentalpodcast.com/.

Don't miss this powerful episode about the importance of taking care of ourselves and about why it's critical to get help when we need it. For a full video version of the podcast, a full transcript of the interview, and so much more, head over to our blog post at DOTHandsOn.com!