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Show Notes

What happens when you stop seeing neighboring dentists as rivals and start building authentic alliances instead?

In this episode, Michael sits down with Dr. Chethan Chetty, fresh from a transformative three-year term as president of the Academy of General Dentistry. Having balanced his “second job” of intense advocacy with the demands of running his practice and raising a family, Dr. Chetty reflects on the unique pressures and privileges of leadership. He shares why organized dentistry is crucial for every dentist and reveals the advocacy battles few dentists realize are unfolding behind the scenes with legislators and policy makers. Hear firsthand stories of how professional unity can safeguard dentistry’s future and protect patients from disruptive policy changes.

The conversation dives into the realities facing today’s dental practice owners: mounting student debt, the lure of DSO positions, insurance headaches, and shifting patient expectations. Dr. Chetty unpacks real mistakes and leadership lessons learned while scaling his practice from “mom and pop” operation to a team of four associates, all while keeping culture and communication at the heart of growth. He details practical strategies for building collaborative relationships with neighboring dentists, managing staff dynamics, implementing technology, and responding to accelerated changes in the industry, including labor law shifts, AI-driven tools, and practice management innovations.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why organized dentistry is every dentist’s responsibility, not just for “joiners”
• How legislative changes can reshape your practice overnight—and what you can do
• Real-world strategies for balancing advocacy, practice ownership, and family life
• Approaches to healthy competition and building a local dental community
• Why student debt is reshaping the career landscape for new dentists
• The pros and cons of DSO and private ownership models today
• Keys to scaling a practice while preserving its culture and patient experience
• Lessons learned from leadership missteps—and how to resolve team conflict
• The impact of post-COVID labor law changes and innovative tech solutions
• How to future-proof your practice with smart systems and adaptable workflows

Ready to see the bigger picture and seize control of your dental career? Tune in now and learn how advocacy, leadership, and community could be your next big move!

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Guest: Dr. Chethan Chetty

Practice Name: Eagle Rock Family Dentistry

Check out Chethan’s Media:

Website: https://www.eaglerockdentistry.com/

Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/drchettydds/

Instagram (Practice): https://www.instagram.com/eaglerockdentistry/

Host: Michael Arias

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