Episode #221: Dr. Deangelo Webster - Building Lean and Stress Free Dental Practices
Release Date: 03/11/2025
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info_outlineIn this episode, Dr. Eric Block sits down with Dr. DeAngelo Webster to discuss how dentists can build a lean, efficient, and stress-free practice. Dr. Webster shares his unique journey—starting his practice while still in dental school—and the key lessons he learned along the way.
Discover how mentorship gave him a competitive edge, why selective case acceptance can boost profitability, and how applying Kaizen principles leads to long-term success. Plus, he highlights the importance of self-care and mindset in building a sustainable career.
Dr. Webster shares insights from his book, You Don’t Know What You Don’t Know: Seven Lessons for Life in Dentistry, offering practical advice for dentists at any stage of their careers.
Tune in now to learn how to simplify, streamline, and stress less!