Influential Dental

#39 Why Dentistry Is a Team Sport with Dr. Alex Sharp

In this episode of Influential Dental, Dr. Alex Sharp joins Julieanne O’Connor and Michael Keeter for a conversation about influence, community, and why dentistry is at its best when it is treated as a team sport. Dr. Sharp shares his journey from dental school to podcasting, consulting, and building a full-arch implant DSO rooted in trust, mentorship, and shared purpose. He discusses how influence is built through consistency and community, why dentists should be more intentional with their time, and how collaboration can help clinicians grow faster, serve patients better, and create more meaningful careers. The conversation also explores the future of full-arch dentistry, the role of AI, the importance of mentorship, and what it means to build something bigger than yourself in today’s dental industry. 📢 Learn more about the American Dental Institute:  🌐 www.americandentalinstitute.com [http://www.americandentalinstitute.com]   📸 instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute [http://instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute]   📘 facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando [http://facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando] 📢 Learn more about Influential Dental: 🌐 influentialdental.co 📸 instagram.com/influentialdental [http://instagram.com/influentialdental] About the Influential Dental Team Hosted by Michael Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor, the Influential Dental Podcast highlights the voices shaping dentistry today. Each episode features candid conversations with clinicians, educators, and innovators who are not only advancing the field but also inspiring the community. Our mission is to lift up those who lift others, sharing stories of leadership, mentorship, and growth that resonate with dentists across the U.S. and beyond.

#38: People First in Dentistry with Tom Olsen

This episode features a thoughtful conversation with Tom Olsen about leadership, humility, relationships, and the values that shape a lasting career in dentistry. From the importance of trust and mentorship to the impact of family, faith, and genuine connection, Tom reflects on the experiences that have guided his journey through decades in the dental industry. This episode goes beyond business and career growth. It explores what it really means to lead well, stay grounded under pressure, and remember that behind every company, team, and innovation, there are people. For dental professionals building teams, growing organizations, or simply thinking more deeply about the kind of leader they want to become, this is a meaningful listen. 📢 Learn more about the American Dental Institute:  🌐 www.americandentalinstitute.com [http://www.americandentalinstitute.com]   📸 instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute [http://instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute]   📘 facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando [http://facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando] 📢 Learn more about Influential Dental: 🌐 influentialdental.co 📸 instagram.com/influentialdental [http://instagram.com/influentialdental] About the Influential Dental TeamHosted by Michael Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor, the Influential Dental Podcast highlights the voices shaping dentistry today. Each episode features candid conversations with clinicians, educators, and innovators who are not only advancing the field but also inspiring the community. Our mission is to lift up those who lift others, sharing stories of leadership, mentorship, and growth that resonate with dentists across the U.S. and beyond.

#37 Mic Swap with Mike Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor

In this shorter episode of Influential Dental, hosts Mike Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor switch up the usual format and turn the conversation toward each other. Instead of welcoming a guest, this episode offers a light and engaging exchange between the voices behind the podcast, giving listeners a different perspective on the show and the people who lead these conversations. About the Influential Dental Team Hosted by Michael Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor, the Influential Dental Podcast highlights the voices shaping dentistry today. Each episode features candid conversations with clinicians, educators, and innovators who are not only advancing the field but also inspiring the community. Our mission is to lift up those who lift others, sharing stories of leadership, mentorship, and growth that resonate with dentists across the U.S. and beyond.

Finding Your Voice with Dr. Jumoke Adedoyin

Recorded live at ADI 2025, Dr. Jumoke Adedoyin joins Influential Dental for a conversation about growth, authenticity, influence, and the journey of becoming more fully yourself. She opens up about leadership, major life transitions, personal challenges, faith, family, and what it means to stop shrinking and step into a new season with clarity. This episode is a reflection on finding your voice, embracing change, and using your platform in a way that truly impacts others. ADI 2026 is already open for registration for those who want to experience a more intentional kind of dental event. It’s designed for meaningful learning, honest conversations, and connection with professionals committed to growing both clinically and personally. www.americandentalinstitute.com/adi2026 [www.americandentalinstitute.com/adi2026] 📢 Learn more about the American Dental Institute:  🌐 www.americandentalinstitute.com [http://www.americandentalinstitute.com]   📸 instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute [http://instagram.com/adi.americandentalinstitute]   📘 facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando [http://facebook.com/americandentalinstituteorlando] 📢 Learn more about Influential Dental: 🌐 influentialdental.co 📸 instagram.com/influentialdental [http://instagram.com/influentialdental] About the Influential Dental Team Hosted by Michael Keeter and Julieanne O’Connor, the Influential Dental Podcast highlights the voices shaping dentistry today. Each episode features candid conversations with clinicians, educators, and innovators who are not only advancing the field but also inspiring the community. Our mission is to lift up those who lift others, sharing stories of leadership, mentorship, and growth that resonate with dentists across the U.S. and beyond.

#Navigating Success in Dentistry with dr. Naved Fatmi

In this episode, Dr. Naved Fatmi shares a no-nonsense perspective on failure, growth, and what success really looks like in dentistry today. He reflects on building multiple practices, learning the hard way, trimming back instead of scaling endlessly, and choosing alignment with life, family, and personal values over comparison and external pressure. The conversation touches on vulnerability in leadership, why dentists learn more from mistakes than wins, and why defining your own version of success matters more than following a standard formula. It’s honest, practical, and deeply relatable for anyone navigating the realities of modern dentistry. This is a very quick episode, recorded live during the ADI 2025 Annual Meeting, capturing a candid, unscripted conversation in the middle of the event. Think of this episode as a taste of the conversations that happen when dentistry slows down enough for people to truly connect. If you’re looking to be part of an intimate, thoughtful dental event where meaningful dialogue takes center stage, ADI 2026 is already open for registration. It’s an opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect with professionals who value growth—both inside and outside the operatory