TTS 128- Napkin Ai or Not
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
Rivers Morrell Show Notes Napkin AI or Not? The Truth About Dental Data with Rivers Morrell đ§ Episode Summary: Most dental AI products are overhyped. Rivers Morrell is not. In this episode of The Tooth Sleuth, Greg sits down with Rivers Morrell, CEO and founder of Hey Donto, to break down what real AI in dentistry looks likeâand why most of what's out there is just "napkin AI." From building the first self-healing API for dental practice data to enabling true FHIR compliance, Rivers and his team are doing what billion-dollar health systems couldnât. And theyâre doing it with...
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TTS 127 - Not Just Another Consultant: The Story Behind GnA
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đ Episode Snapshot Whatâs the bridge between awareness and real, lasting change in your practice? In Part 3 of Why GnA, Greg Esenmacher gets personalâsharing the biggest challenges heâs faced as a founder, the role of acceptance in creating sustainable action, and why empathy, leadership, and accountability are at the core of every successful Full Arch practice. From building a brand that connects emotionally with patients to fostering team culture that drives case acceptance, this episode dives deep into the human side of scaling. Whether youâre a practice owner, a DSO exec,...
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TTS 126- M&A It's a Team Game
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đ Episode Snapshot Selling or buying a dental practice? Itâs not just about the numbersâitâs about timing, fit, and legacy. In this episode, Greg Esenmacher sits down with David Cohen, founder of Cohen Law Firm, to unpack what really happens during dental practice salesâwhether youâre selling to a DSO or private buyer. With 300+ transactions a year under his belt, David shares insider tips on building the right team, avoiding costly mistakes, and ensuring your sale aligns with your goals and values. Whether youâre a solo practice owner, an emerging group, or a DSO...
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TTS 125 -Not Just Another Consultant: The Story Behind GnA
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đ Episode Snapshot What does it take to truly master the business of Full Arch? In Part 2 of Why GnA, Greg Esenmacher dives deeper with John Stamper into the 360° approach that sets GNA Consult apartâfrom hands-on surgical experience to understanding the financial heartbeat of a practice. From hidden arches in your pipeline to knowing exactly when to scale, Greg shares why clinical knowledge is only half the equationâand how operational insight, accountability, and custom solutions can transform results. Whether youâre running a GP practice, leading a DSO, or...
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TTS 124 - Three Keys to Procurement Advancements
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You canât build a high-performing DSOâor even a profitable single locationâwithout tight procurement systems. In this episode, Greg sits down with Karla-Marie Santiago, MBA, an operations and procurement powerhouse, to unpack how procurement strategy can make or break growth in the dental industry. From equipment forecasting to vendor alignment to e-procurement tech, Karla drops practical, real-world insight for DSOs ready to stop winging it and start optimizing. EPISODE SNAPSHOT With 15+ years in healthcare and a decade in dental operations, Karla-Marie Santiago has led procurement...
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TTS 123 - Not Just Another Consultant: The Story Behind GnA - Pt 1
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đď¸ Episode Snapshot Ever wonder how someone goes from rental cars to leading the full arch revolution in dentistry? In this episode, the mic flips on Tooth Sleuth host Greg Esenmacher as John Stamper takes over to uncover the story behind GNA Consult, the challenges Greg faced starting out, and what it really takes to grow a full arch empire from the ground up. From sobering turning points to surgical sales breakthroughs, this episode is packed with laughs, leadership gems, and lessons for anyone serious about scaling their practice. Whether youâre a DSO exec, GP practice owner, or just...
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TTS 122- Reprogramming Responsibly
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
What happens when you stop viewing full arch as just a procedureâand start treating it like a lifelong commitment? In this episode, Greg sits down with Anjuli Avis, RDH, to break down how practices can reprogram their mindset around implant dentistry. Anjuli brings years of experience in hygiene, operations, and education to the mic to explore how dental teams can show up more responsiblyâfor patients, for outcomes, and for each other. EPISODE SNAPSHOT Anjuli Avis, also known as The Hustle Hygienist, joins the Tooth Sleuth Podcast for a powerful conversation about what it really means to...
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TTS 121 - No More Permission Slips
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đĽ Episode Summary: In this vulnerable and empowering conversation, Greg welcomes back Brandi Marzolino to the podcast for a deep dive into what it really means to lead as a woman in todayâs world â especially in the dental industry. Brandi gets real about her personal journey through burnout, self-abandonment, and recovery â and how it led her to create The Lead(Her)ship Experience, a 6-month immersive program launching in August 2025 for women in dentistry and beyond. Together, Greg and Brandi break down the myth that leadership is just about business strategy. They explore how...
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TTS120- Don't Poo Poo the Woo Woo
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
đď¸ Tooth Sleuth Podcast â Episode 120 Title: Donât Poo Poo the Woo Woo: What Burnout, Energy & Career Freedom Really Look Like Guest: Dr. Laura Brenner, Career Coach | Founder of Dentist Side Gigs | Ex-Dentist | Woo Woo Whisperer đ Episode Snapshot Feeling stuck in your dental career? Tired of the burnout buzzword, but know somethingâs off? Dr. Laura Brenner is backâyes, back!âto join Greg for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation about what it really means to walk away from a career that doesnât serve you anymore. From closet career shame to...
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TTS119-Beyond the Drill: Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practices
The Tooth Sleuth Podcast
Title: Beyond the Drill: Emergency Preparedness in Dental Practices In this episode 119 of The Tooth Sleuth Podcast, Greg sits down with dental anesthesiologist Dr. Richard Marn to tackle a critical topic: emergency preparedness in dentistry. With one patient dying each day from medical events in dental settings, this isnât just importantâitâs urgent. Dr. Marn breaks down the four pillars every dental team needs in place: infrastructure, competency, culture, and habit. They explore how to build psychological safety, the value of daily huddles, and why team...
info_outlineđď¸ Tooth Sleuth Podcast â Episode 120
Title: Donât Poo Poo the Woo Woo: What Burnout, Energy & Career Freedom Really Look Like
Guest: Dr. Laura Brenner, Career Coach | Founder of Dentist Side Gigs | Ex-Dentist | Woo Woo Whisperer
đ Episode Snapshot
Feeling stuck in your dental career? Tired of the burnout buzzword, but know somethingâs off?
Dr. Laura Brenner is backâyes, back!âto join Greg for an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation about what it really means to walk away from a career that doesnât serve you anymore.
From closet career shame to spiritual breakthroughs, this episode is a permission slip to redefine successâand actually enjoy your life again.
Whether youâre a DSO leader, private practice doc, associate, or just a quiet rebel in scrubs, this oneâs for you.
đŻ What Youâll Learn
đ Why âburnoutâ is often just misalignment (and what to do instead)
đŹ The silent shame cycle that keeps dental professionals stuck
đŹ A science-based bridge into âwoo wooâ leadership and mindset
đŞ The danger of outsourcing your decisions (and how to rebuild internal trust)
đ How your energyânot your strategyâsets the tone for your team and patients
đ Why you need to break the old rules to build a better life (and practice)
đŁ Mic Drop Moments
âDonât poo poo the woo woo.â
âBurnout isnât always exhaustionâitâs the symptom of ignoring your own truth.â
âWeâre trained to fix teethânot ourselves. That needs to change.â
âLeadership doesnât start with systems. It starts with you.â
đ Resources & References
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đŹ Join the Dentist Side Gigs Facebook community
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đ Connect with Laura at: lullabiescareercoaching.com
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đ Read her viral blog: 10 Reasons Your Dentist Hates You Too
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đ§ Explore energy leadership with Lauraâs coaching framework
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𧥠Inspired by Brene Brown, Einstein, and one babyâs breath at a time
đ§ Where to Listen
đ˛ Available on all platforms:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google | YouTube | Amazon
đ Listen to Episode 120 now: [Insert Direct Link]
đŁď¸ Stay Connected
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Host: Greg Essenmacher
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IG: @GregEssenmacher
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