On March 1, our 21st Smiles for Life campaign began; and (as always) it’s a slam-dunk win-win opportunity.
Look on the bright side of life- Monty Python
Relationships begin with a conversation and dentists should be doing most of the listening…in the same room.
If you haven't seen the dentist in a while, savor a deep breath...and ask about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
We were enjoying the company and the sunshine…and a purpose none of us, save one…at the beginning, ever saw coming.
“He is successful, who has friends; he is blessed who has family.”
Residents are advised to avoid physical activity and stay indoors because smoke from the Woolsey Fire can cause serious health problems.
I’ve never stood and delivered and received a vote of confidence from the little guy residing in the back of my head.
Social media ads promoting "remote" clear aligner orthodontic care have transformed "Smilin' Jack" into a determined Internet troll.
So, would you believe I’m now the author of three published books? And it all started right here in Temple City, some 22-years ago.
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And I could get started for only 95-bucks. I sent the dough in. Good thing I'm a dentist because I wouldn't be seeing one.
After yet another do-it-yourself ad, I had no other clear alternative. I had to go undercover. I applied for my own care.
I’ve NEVER felt compelled to keep track of colleagues the way I used to check-in on my Aunt Clara...until now.
Collaborating with co-workers, colleagues from across North America, and patients...and making a difference is about as good as it gets.
And I don’t know about you, but holidays and special events always seem to get me reflecting about stuff.
And who knew Aunt Karma had such a lengthy memory?
To the frequent chagrin of my team, I’m the conative Kolbe outlier. But why not profile vendors?
I needed help...fast. So, I called my mentor, the Dalai Lama, His Holiness, HH; it had been almost 4-years since our last conversation.
You might be wondering how a dentist could possibly come up with content every week for 20-freakin' years?
A healthy, confident, happy, energized smile coming from a friend is worth about a million words. And that’s what I love about dentistry.
What we have here, is a failure to communicate.
Although our time spent with Amanda was far too brief, I guarantee we’ll never forget her.
We are the American Academy of Clear Aligners (AACA). And we are family.
A trusted mentor once shared that fulfillment was there if only you looked and listened for it.
So who knew...a chronologically mature dentist-type "dawg" could be taught new tricks?
It's easy to find gratitude with family like my team and colleague Luis.
A Turkey is pardoned at the white house, make your choice.
I really do love the game; especially college football. But I sure do despise fantasy football.
Who says you can never go back?
It was as if they (my team) could all do family, caring, and fun the way Pavarotti could do Ave Maria.
So here’s to fulfillment! And here’s to family!!!
Last week, the CEO of a global top dental manufacturing company came under fire, mostly from my colleagues, for sharing his conscience.
It is time to move forward from the body only world.
Most recently, I learned (something I really already knew) the stuff that scares me the most is most likely the stuff I should be doing.
And I can’t help it; when I read “prolly” my left eyebrow starts twitching sort of like Dirty Harry.
And don’t tell anyone…but it’s not so bad having three moms who are all way cooler than you are.
...it still felt good being back, serving and working with friends and family, making dentistry fun and… breathing freely though both sides.
And the last time I took a week or so off, it all began with a tube up my nose.