Elite Dental Podcast

Hosted by Thomas Dooley

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Aug 2026

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From all perspectives of an ELITE Dental Practice ~ Focusing on Growth and Leadership. Helping you and your team succeed and be happy creating the dental practice of your dreams! Dr. Thomas Dooley Owner and Dentist of Cedar Village Dentistry in Mason Ohio Dr. Alex Silvia Owner and Dentist of Successful Smiles in Thiensville Wisconsin Stephany Trail Practice Director at Cedar Village Dentistry Kari Kalberer Dental Hygienist and Clinical Director at Cedar Village Dentistry

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September 29, 2026Episode 3126 min

Season 2: Airway Health, Dental Practice & The Untethered Way with Dr. Meggie Graham

Airway Health, Dental Practice & The Untethered Way with Dr. Meggie Graham In this episode of The Elite Dental Podcast, Kari sits down with Dr. Meggie Graham, co-founder of Untethered Airway Health Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for an important conversation about airway health, breathing, and the role dental professionals can play in changing lives. Dr. Meggie shares her journey from general dentistry to airway-focused care and how continuing education opened her eyes to the powerful connection between breathing, oral health, and occlusion. Together, they explore: Why nasal breathing matters for both systemic and oral health The impact of chronic mouth breathing and why so many providers don't learn about it until later in their careers The role of myofunctional therapy in addressing functional issues How surgical interventions can support—not replace—functional therapy Why early intervention matters, particularly while facial and maxillary growth is still occurring The importance of a collaborative team approach between dentists, myofunctional therapists, surgeons, and other healthcare providers And perhaps most importantly, how we help patients understand the long-term impact of airway health, rather than simply treating the symptoms they see today. This conversation is a reminder that airway health isn't just about teeth. It's about breathing, growth, sleep, function, and overall health—and there is so much opportunity for dental professionals to recognize these connections earlier and work together to help patients thrive. Connect with Dr. Meggie & Untethered For providers: Explore courses, education, and ways to get involved with The Untethered Way: www.theuntetheredway.com For patients: Learn more about Untethered Airway Health Center: www.untetheredairwayhealthcenter.com Connect with The Elite Dental Podcast The Elite Dental Practice values your feedback, questions, and connections. We are grateful you're here and look forward to networking and learning alongside you! 📧 theelitedentalpodcast@gmail.com Explore more learning opportunities and CE at: https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ Featured Learning Opportunities PRF/PRP & Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All-on-X Workflow & Finishing 3D-Printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All-on-X Design with Exocad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad I can also make this more punchy and podcast-marketing focused—with a stronger opening hook, episode title, and "what you'll learn" section for Spotify/Apple Podcasts/YouTube.

September 15, 2026Episode 3023 min

Season 2: Lets starts some new stuff -Tommy

In this episode, Tommy talks through new stuff that is going on. Building getting closer to be complete, new dental assisting school, hiring HR director, AI, heading to portugual. Lots of moving parts and always keeping everyone on their feet. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

September 8, 2026Episode 2927 min

Season 2: When is the best time to hire specialized team members and executive members

In this episode, we have a special guest Dr. Jason Tanoory, a multi-practice dental owner and mentor. Tommy asks for his advice with starting a second location, and starting to hire for specialized postions of HR, CMO, CFO, IT specialists. These are positions that are already being done at every dental office and as you grow, there is an inflection point where it starts to make sense to hire for these specific roles to help you continue to grow and have better processes. We dig deep today. Check it out! The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

September 1, 2026Episode 2829 min

Season 2: My first pterygoid implant

In this episode, Tommy talks through his experience with bringing in a surgical mentor to help him place his first ptergoid implants and what a wild day it was. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

August 25, 2026Episode 2752 min

Season 2: Marketing a 2nd office location with Gary Bird

In this episode Tommy and Alex have a special guest, Gary Bird who owns the marketing company SMC National and has his own podcast: Dental Marketing Theory. In this episode we talk through what is the best way to start marketing for a 2nd office and how to have a fast start with new patients. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

August 18, 2026Episode 2625 min

Season 2: We are back!

In this episode, Tommy and Alex record a new podcast and update on things that are going on with Alexs practice; Real estate, pregnant dentists and babies. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

June 23, 2026Episode 2511 min

Season 2: Parenting and Leadership

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discussing leadership amongst the team and how it is important to be on the same page. The two key roles similar to parenting is to be aligned in your messaging and to be chearleaders that allow your team to have a huge saftey net to allow them to grow and flourish. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

June 16, 2026Episode 2421 min

Season 2: Prepare and Lead

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discuss the importance of preparing for meetings, leading your team intentionally, and delegating to your team to lead meetings effectively. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

June 9, 2026Episode 2315 min

Season 2: 10 year vision: Is your team aligned?

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk about the importance of taking the time to do some long term planning of what is possible with your team to make sure everyone is on the same page. Often we assume everyone knows where we are going. This exercise will allow for clarity across the entire organization and should help you get there easier when the entire team is rowing in the same direction. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad

May 19, 2026Episode 2219 min

Season 2: Converting Dental Software's: Dentrix to Open Dental

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk through converting dental charts from Dentrix to Open Dental. Alex talks about what he learned during his merger of an office and give some Tips and tricks for Tommy as he is about to embark on the conversion himself to help get ready for the second location. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preservation CE https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/check-out-all-on-x-digital-design-with-exocad Digital All on X workflow and Finishing 3D printed Temporaries https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/digital-all-on-x-workflow-and-finishing-3d-printed-temporaries All on X Design with Excoad https://elitedentalpodcast.com/p/all-on-x-design-with-exocad