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In this episode of The Thriving Dentist Show, we explore the critical role of continuing education (CE) in shaping the future of dentistry. The dental profession is evolving rapidly, and those who invest in learning new skills, expanding their knowledge, and staying ahead of industry trends are the ones who thrive.
Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss how CE impacts clinical excellence, patient trust, and practice growth, along with how to choose the right CE courses for long-term success. Whether you’re looking to refine your clinical skills, expand into high-value services, or position yourself as a leader in your community, this episode will provide actionable insights to help you make 2025 your best year yet.
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Timestamps
- 00:00:27 – Introduction
- 00:00:51 – Announcements
- 00:02:07 – Marketing Tip by Naren Arulrajah On “How do I use likes on my website to increase phone calls?”
CIA Segment
- 00:06:09 – The Pink Elephant in the Room: The Divide in the Dental Profession
- 00:07:47 – The Tale of Two Dentists: Those Who Love Dentistry vs. Those Trying to Leave
- 00:10:39 – How Continuing Education Sets Successful Dentists Apart
- 00:12:19 – The Google Algorithm & CE: How It Helps Your Online Presence
- 00:13:07 – The Benefits of Becoming an AGD Fellow or Master
- 00:15:04 – The Best Practice Model: General Dentistry as a Foundation with High-Value Services
- 00:18:32 – Picking CE Courses Based on What You Enjoy—Not Just Industry Trends
- 00:22:13 – The Mastery Ladder: From Indifferent to Mastery
- 00:24:28 – The Value of CE in 2025: Why It’s More Important Than Ever
Q&ASegment
- 00:25:30 – Q1: How many annual hours of CE do you recommend for your clients?
- 00:29:30 – Q2: I have been invited to join a local Seattle Study Club. What is your experience with Seattle Study Clubs and do you think this joining one would be a good use of my time and investment?
- 00:32:07 – Q3: What are some things I can do to help my Team Members apply the information they learn when they take CE Courses?
- 00:37:43 – Q4: What types of CE courses would you recommend outside of Clinical CE that you think would be useful for me as a practice owner?
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Gary became a successful practice owner by purchasing a fixer-upper practice and developing it into a world-class dental practice. He is passionate about sharing his hard-earned insights and experiences with dental practices across the globe.