Everyday Oral Surgery

Part of what makes many oral surgeons successful is their ability to navigate risk, thrive in uncertainty, and make difficult decisions based on informed predictions. These skills also make us well-suited for the lucrative world of diversified investments. Whether you're an oral surgeon looking to expand your portfolio or a dental practitioner curious about new business horizons, this conversation offers expert insights, funny anecdotes, success stories, and practical advice to help you excel in profitable ventures beyond the clinic. Join Drs. Grant Stucki and Ben Hechler as they reveal how your specialized knowledge can unlock new streams of income and bring your financial goals within reach!Key Points From This Episode:Why dental practitioners are well-suited to investments outside their industry.Practical investment wisdom from a tale of real-life buried treasure!Insights to help you avoid embezzlement, both within and outside your practice.Questions to ask yourself before you enter the world of investment.Risk management tips based on your tolerance and why diversification is key.The benefits of partnering with a dependable financial planner.Reasons real estate stands out as a viable option for all kinds of investors.Restaurant and franchising opportunities for dental professionals.How to assemble a team of reliable and experienced partners.What it means to “work to learn” rather than work to earn.Top tips from a physician’s guide to personal finance and investing.Advice for paying your financial advisor and why a flat rate might be preferable.Guidelines for becoming a millionaire within five to 10 years of residency.Ways to minimize your tax burden and keep more of your hard-earned money.Assets versus liabilities and what they mean for your financial wellbeing.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/‘Dr. Don Lewis: How to Avoid Embezzlement in the Office Setting’ — https://www.buzzsprout.com/1404670/10247542.mp3Robert Kiyosaki — https://www.richdad.com/Rich Dad Poor Dad — https://www.amazon.com/dp/1612680194/The White Coat Investor: A Doctor's Guide to Personal Finance and Investing — https://www.amazon.com/dp/0991433106 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Are you looking to expand your implant practice and boost referrals? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Vic Martel, founder of the Martel Academy, to discuss how to grow your implant practice by focusing on educating your referring doctors. Dr. Martel is a distinguished dentist based in West Palm Beach, Florida, known for his exceptional expertise in cosmetic dentistry. His passion for education and sharing knowledge with his peers has made him a respected figure in the dental community. His institution, the Martel Academy, is a gateway to advanced dental education. With a focus on comprehensive treatment planning, implant dentistry, and occlusion, the academy offers a variety of courses and mini-residency programs designed to enhance clinicians’ skills. In our conversation, we delve into the training gaps within dentistry, how his mini-residency programs provide solutions, and the concept of a comprehensive treatment plan. Explore the topics covered in his various programs, the time frame of the implant program, and the different ways practitioners will benefit from it. Gain insights into why implant procedures are a team effort, how the ability to problem-solve helps practitioners deal with complex scenarios, why dentists need to learn how to listen better, and more. Join us as we unpack the strategies and benefits of educating referring doctors to transform your practice with Dr. Vic Martel!Key Points From This Episode:His background, practice setup, and the development of his mini-residency program.Details about the foundation and core concepts covered in his mini-residency programs. What he hopes to achieve with his implant program and why he thinks it is essential. Steps for an effective referral process and his approach to working with practitioners.Learn about the common mistakes practitioners make during the referral process. How simple implant procedures can go wrong and turn into complex problems.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Vic Martel on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/victor-martel-dmd-91431922/Vic Martel on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/drvicmartel/Vic Martel Email — Martelacademy@gmail.comCall Vic Martel — 561-602-7222Martel Academy — http://www.martelacademy.com/The Art of Persuasion — https://www.amazon.com/Art-Persuasion-Winning-Without-Intimidation/dp/0768413001The Godfather — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0068646/The Godfather Part 2 — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0071562/Back to the Future — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0088763/Fierce Intimacy — https://www.amazon.com/Fierce-Intimacy-Standing-Another-Love/dp/1683641574Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Today we welcome Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri; attending surgeon at Georgia Oral & Facial Reconstructive Surgery and president of Georgia Society of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons to discuss how you can find success in the current landscape of oral surgery.  Tuning in, you’ll hear about Dr. Bagheri’s training, career, current practice setup, how oral maxillofacial surgery has changed over the last 30 years, how you can be aware of challenges and advantages as an oral surgeon, why our guest believes maintaining surgical skills is imperative, and how he practices more complex ones. We delve into how oral surgeons can balance their kind-heartedness with the need to meet business margins before discussing why inter-specialty unity is imperative to solve massive financial issues in healthcare. Dr. Bagheri stresses the importance of allowing doctors to have decision-making capability in their practice, shares how surgeons can achieve their career goals, and why oral-maxillofacial surgeons’ ability to practice both surgery and anesthesia is so valuable. Finally, Dr. Bagheri answers our rapid-fire questions and even shares how his overall happiness contributes to his ability as a surgeon. Key Points From This Episode:An introduction to today’s guest, Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri. Dr. Bagheri tells us about his training and current practice. How oral maxillofacial surgery has changed in the last 30 years. The importance of understanding challenges as an oral surgeon. How Dr. Bagheri has maintained some more complex surgical skills. Balancing business motives and kindness as oral surgeons. The importance of uniting across specialties to solve economic issues. Why doctors need to have more decision-making power. Some advice for how surgeons can pursue their dreams and goals. What makes oral-maxillofacial surgery so unique. The best book Dr. Bagheri has read recently. How being happy within himself makes him a better surgeon. The importance of staying fit as an oral surgeon. What forceps he uses to extract tooth number 12. His favorite movie and the one he wanted most recently. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri Website — https://drsbagheri.com/ Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri Email — sbagher@hotmail.com Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/shahrokh-bagheri-md-dmd-facs-ficd-92712379/ Dr. Shahrokh Bagheri on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/bagheriomfs/ Who Moved My Cheese? — https://www.amazon.com/Moved-Cheese-Spencer-Johnson-M-D/dp/0743582853 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Dr. Rick Kapitan is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon specializing in cleft lip and palate surgery, orthognathic surgery, facial trauma repair, bone grafting, and dental implant reconstruction. As the Director of the Carolinas Center for Cleft Lip, Palate, and Craniofacial Surgery and the Clinicians Implant Academy, Dr. Kapitan is a renowned speaker who provides extensive clinical instruction in surgery. In this episode of Everyday Oral Surgery, he joins us to share his invaluable perspective on establishing a private cleft and craniofacial (CCF) practice. From obtaining the necessary training and experience to building a presence in a supportive community, Dr. Kapitan emphasizes the importance of providing holistic care. He also shares tips for finding mentorship, connecting with local mom groups, and letting your passion for your profession set you apart. If you’re looking for practical advice that can elevate your practice and professional journey, don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field and gain actionable insights that will benefit your career and your patients. Tune in today!Key Points From This Episode:An overview of Dr. Kapitan’s training and his current practice setup.Ingredients for establishing a private CCF as a single-degree surgeon.The personalized care and community resources that sets Dr. Kapitan’s practice apart.Advice for pursuing craniofacial mentorship without a medical degree.Reasons that Dr. Kapitan believes that passion is the biggest differentiator.The importance of taking ownership of your profession and providing holistic care.Why a strong community presence, particularly in mom groups, is crucial!What it looks like to offer a complete surgical care package.A special shoutout to one of Dr. Kapitan’s patients, Sarah Katherine.Recommended reads about work-life balance from today’s guest.How his faith serves him in his daily life and his oral surgery.Forceps that Dr. Kapitan uses to extract tooth number 12.What he’s watching right now and the quote he repeats most often.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Rick Kapitan on LinkedIn — linkedin.com/in/richard-kapitan-09115726Dr. Rick Kapitan Email — rkapitan@mycenters.com Dr. Rick Kapitan Phone — 704-620-1807Clinicians Implant Academy — cia-implants.comCarolinas Center for Cleft Lip, Palate & Craniofacial Surgery — mycenters.com/cleft-center El Paso Children's Hospital Cleftsymposium — elpasochildrens.org/cleftsymposium Ordering Your Private World — amazon.com/dp/0785288643Masters of the Air — imdb.com/title/tt2640044/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — everydayoralsurgery.com Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgeryDr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

How do we ensure that men and women both receive the dental care that they need? Today, we are joined by Dr. Robert John, an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon practicing in Michigan, to discuss noteworthy trends in men’s dental health and the types of interventions that should be considered to address these. Dr. John observes that, in his practice, approximately two-thirds of women have had their wisdom teeth extracted, as opposed to 34% of men. These numbers reflect broader trends in how men and women tend to prioritize and pursue dental healthcare. So how can we help more men seek out and receive the dental health they need, especially as practitioners? Join us today as we get into these numbers, the reasons for these disparities in dental care, and practical steps to address these imbalances.Key Points From This Episode:Dr. John’s career history, from training in Canada and the US to his Michigan private practice.Unpacking the disparity in dental care for men and women.The high number of women who have had their wisdom teeth removed.Interrogating why only 34% of men have had their wisdom teeth removed.Evidence that women prioritize dental healthcare more than men.How providers can help men invest more in their dental health.The key role of education in helping men take better care of their dental health.Making sure people have positive dental health experiences from a young age.Dr. John’s recommended resources for learning more on this topic.Career advice for young surgeons and residents, and lessons on running a private practice.Forrest Gump, weekly massages, and more rapid-fire question answers!Links Mentioned in Today’s EpisodeDr. Robert John — https://www.troyoralsurgery.com/Dr. Robert John Email — info@troyoralsurgery.comDr. Robert John Phone — (248) 665-8769Forrest Gump — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0109830/The Shawshank Redemption — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0111161/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

The St. Louis Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) Review is a thorough course crafted to equip participants for the Oral Certifying Examination. Renowned for its specialized and comprehensive approach, it has become a popular choice among those aiming to excel in oral and maxillofacial surgery. In today’s episode, we welcome back Dr. Rishad Shaikh, Dr. Damian Findlay, and Dr. Andrew Jenzer to get an update on the popular and valuable St. Louis Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review course and book and hear about the ways it is being updated. In our conversation, we discuss the success of the book and course, the feedback received, and how the book and course are being updated. Hear about the new chapters in the book and course, the new contributors, and the inclusion of more case studies. Explore the focus on mock cases, ways the book and course complement one another, and what makes the mock cases covered in the book and course unique. We discuss how the course is suitable for both veterans and students and the problem examination areas Join us as we unpack how the book and course will clarify what you need to know, what is nice to know, and what not to know. Tune in now!Key Points From This Episode:The inspiration behind the book and how it led to creating the course.Updates to the book and course and the role of Dr. Jenzer.Why they have chosen to update the book and take the feedback seriously.Find out why the book and course update focuses on mock cases.Dr. Jenzer explains the various updates and additions to the medicine sections.How course attendees should prepare to get the most out of the course.Discover the areas of the exam where students struggle the most.Advice and tips to help prepare for the Oral Certifying Examination.Hear why you need to get comfortable with being uncomfortable.Final takeaways our guests have for listeners.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Rishad Shaikh — https://ofsinstitute.com/rishad-shaikh/Dr. Rishad Shaikh Email — rshaikh_omfs@icloud.comDr. Damian Findlay — https://ofsinstitute.com/damian-findlay/Dr. Damian Findlay Email — damianfindlay@gmail.comSt. Louis Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Review — https://stlomfsreview.com/Oral Board Review for Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery — https://www.amazon.com/Oral-Board-Review-Maxillofacial-Surgery/dp/3030488799Episode 185 — https://www.buzzsprout.com/1404670/12896186Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

In the previous episode, we briefly touched on the wonder of fat grafting in preventing scarring when used in eye surgeries. Today, we dive even deeper, with the help of the Oculoplastic Surgeon, Dr. Brian Willoughby. Dr. Willoughby begins by walking us through his professional history, current practice setup, and the relationships he has with neighboring colleagues in Denver, Colorado. Then, we explore his recent fat grafting exploits, the common traumas that he encounters at work, and the procedures that follow for each ailment. To end, Dr. Willoughby shares some important advice for medical residents who worry about the future and we discover how having mechanical skills outside of medicine can be beneficial for the practicing surgeon.Key Points From This Episode:Dr. Brian Willoughby's professional background and current practice setup. The working relationship that he has with colleagues in his community. A deep dive into his recent work in fat grafting.Other traumas that he encounters and the procedures that follow. Dr. Willoughby's advice to medical residents who are apprehensive about what comes next. Palm Beach, being a fixer, the Desmarres eyelid retractor, and Idiocracy.Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Brian Willoughby — https://www.eyesandface.com/ Dr. Brian Willoughby on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/brian-willoughby-0a36a945 Dr. Brian Willoughby Email — brian@eyesandface.com Dr. Aaron Liddell — coloradooralsurgery.com/meet-us/dr-aaron-t-liddell-md-dmd-facs/ Dr. Sydney Coleman — https://www.colemanlipostructure.com/ AAOP 2024 — https://aaop.org/2024-aaop-conference/ Season — https://www.amazon.com/Season-Inside-Americas-Richest-Society/dp/0060193913 Madness Under Royal Palms — amazon.com/Madness-Under-Royal-Palms-Behind/dp/1401310117 Idiocracy — https://m.imdb.com/title/tt0387808/ Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

What can we learn from the cases that don’t go according to plan? During this episode, Dr. Benjamin Hechler joins us to discuss dentoalveolar and anesthesia complications. Join us to hear Dr. Hechler’s insights on a series of real-life cases, from what actually went wrong to what could have been done differently. These case studies bring up key take-home messages which touch on navigating competing interests in dentistry, avoiding miscommunications, and preventative practices and processes. We discuss the problem of discrepancies in information, particularly with pediatric and geriatric patients, and how to go about identifying the gaps in order to gather the necessary details. Dr. Hechler also emphasizes the importance of including all the necessary information during X-ray procedures. Our conversation touches on communication and language, daily preparation, and more. While these cases are not easy to discuss, it is important to dissect them to prevent future mistakes and complications. Thanks for listening!Key Points From This Episode:How the Swiss Cheese principle applies to entoalveolar and anesthesia complications. Dr. Stucki’s one take-home message: try to control as many variables as you can.A few areas of complication related to a 71-year-old patient Dr. Stucki served after a routine procedure. The problem of referred pain. Competing interests in dentistry and how to navigate them collaboratively.The necessity of hesitating on a diagnosis. Why it is so critical to be on the same page as the patient. Dr. Hechler’s insights on a real-life case with a 13-year-old patient.Miscommunication and failure to refer.How daily preparation can help to identify gaps ahead of time. Navigating discrepancies in information for pediatric and geriatric patients.A case that illustrates why it is so important to have both a date and the patient’s information on every X-ray. Talking to patients and using the correct language. Dr. Hechler’s insights on how the case of a 53-year-old man could have gone differently. The importance of communication and referral. Why discussing these cases is necessary. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Ben Hechler on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-hechler/Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059

Dr. Harkaran Rana, Oculoplastic Surgeon, discusses eye anatomy, trauma management, and treatment protocols. Topics include oculoplastic residencies, eye anatomy breakdown, severe eye traumas, surgical interventions, orbital floor fractures, open globe injuries, and a recent case study. Exciting teaser on using local fat for repairs in upcoming episodes.

Having privileges at your local hospital can be incredibly helpful when running a private practice. Today’s guest, Dr. Matthew Pham, is here to tell us how to obtain and manage hospital privileges. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about the process of getting hospital privileges, how Dr. Pham got his at two trauma centers nearby, the pros and cons of getting them, some tips and tricks for adjusting to being in a hospital setting again, and so much more! Dr. Pham goes on to explain how he gets paid by the hospitals before discussing how he manages his work schedule and maintains the benefits of having normal working hours, like in private practice, while working in a hospital. We also discuss the importance of having board certification when trying to get hospital privileges. Finally, he reminds us that operating with someone is always more fun and encourages us to ask for and accept help when operating. Thanks for listening in!Key Points From This Episode:Welcoming Dr. Matthew Pham to the show. Dr. Pham explains the process of obtaining hospital privileges and the benefits of it. The downside and difficulties of obtaining privileges. Why you should make sure you know exactly what equipment you need at the hospital. How Dr. Pham gets paid by the hospitals he has privileges at. Our guest tells us how he manages his work schedule while also working in a hospital. Why having normal working hours is so important to Dr. Pham and his family.Some encouragement for the beginning stages of working in the hospital again. The importance of accepting and asking for help when operating. Why board certification is a huge driving factor for getting hospital privileges. The books he likes, the movies he’s excited to watch as his kids get older, and more. Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:Dr. Matthew Pham Email — mpham@mycenters.com Dr. Matthew Pham on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-pham-999b20242/Dr. Matthew Pham on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/phamomfs/Dr. Pham’s Board Certification Course — https://flagshipspecialtypartners.com/eventsOutlive — https://www.amazon.com/Outlive-Longevity-Peter-Attia-MD/dp/0593236599 Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/everydayoralsurgery/ Everyday Oral Surgery on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/EverydayOralSurgery/Dr. Grant Stucki Email — grantstucki@gmail.comDr. Grant Stucki Phone — 720-441-6059