Al features and interview of his co-host of the Dental Hacks Podcast, Dr. Jason Lipscomb! First released on April 26, 2019 Al and JLips talk about dental school, boards, early career steps and a whole lot more.
Key Points:
- The challenges and anxieties of dental school: the guys share their personal experiences with the demanding curriculum, preclinical lab work, and board exams. They discuss the pressure to succeed and the lack of mental health support available at the time.
- The transition from dental school to practice: Jason recounts his early career experiences, including awkward interviews, temping as a hygienist, and ultimately stumbling into practice ownership. He highlights the importance of having a supportive team and mentors during this transition.
- Reflections on practice ownership: Jason and Al discuss the challenges and rewards of owning a dental practice, including the importance of building a strong team, creating efficient systems, and finding personal satisfaction in clinical work.
- Favorite and least favorite aspects of dentistry: The guys share their favorite and least favorite classes in dental school, as well as their ideal clinical days. They discuss the importance of finding a balance between productivity and personal enjoyment in dentistry.
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