The Doctor Avi Show

Why Oral Care Hasn't Innovated in 50 Years — Until Now | Gulshan Kumar

What happens when a serial CPG entrepreneur meets a disrupting dentist — and they start building together? In this episode, Dr. Avi sits down with Gulshan Kumar, CEO and co-founder of Swishables, the portable mouthwash brand disrupting oral care. From his roots building Pathwater to identifying a massive white space in dental wellness, Gulshan breaks down how curiosity, strategy, and imagination drive real innovation. They go deep on why oral care has lacked innovation for decades, how Swishables fits into both DSO and solo practice models, and what dentists can learn from the CPG playbook. Plus: why education kills imagination — and how to get it back. If you're a dental professional thinking beyond the chair, this one's for you. 🦷 Try Swishables for your practice:https://getswishables.com/pages/dental [https://getswishables.com/pages/dental]Use code AVISWISH for 10% off 📈 Scale your aligner revenue with Clear Aligner Advisor:https://www.clearaligneradvisor.co/ [https://www.clearaligneradvisor.co/] 🔗 Connect with Gulshan: * LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gulshan-kumar-b23900b6/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gulshan-kumar-b23900b6/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gulshanjaikumar [https://www.instagram.com/gulshanjaikumar]

I Built a DSO the Hard Way — Here's What I'd Do Differently | Dr. AJ Acierno

Dr. AJ Acierno built a 27-location dental group while still practicing four days a week, and he's not sugarcoating what that actually took. In this episode, he breaks down why dentistry is falling from within, what standard of care really means in today's climate, and how AI is reshaping diagnostics and accountability. He also shares the leadership lessons he learned the hard way scaling Decision One Dental before merging with Smile Brands, where he now serves as Chief Dental Officer. If you want to understand where dentistry is headed, and what it takes to lead in it, this one's for you.

Hard Truths About DSOs | Brian Colao

Brian Colao has spent 31 years at the intersection of law and dentistry — and in that time, he's watched the DSO industry go from a misunderstood concept to the most powerful force reshaping the profession. In this episode, Brian breaks down why most dentists still don't know how to leverage technology for same-store growth, what the biggest mistake is when selling a practice (hint: it's not the price), and how he went from being turned away at every conference to building the industry's premier event from scratch. If you're a dentist, DSO leader, or anyone navigating the business side of dentistry, this one's worth your full attention. Brian's event, Dykema DSO, is happening July 15–17 in Denver. Use code PODCAST300 at registration for $300 off. Register here: dykemadso.com/conference [http://dykemadso.com/conference]

Your Office Manager Can't Save You. Here's What Can. | Craig Iott

Most dentists are great clinicians. Nobody taught them how to run a business. Dr. Avi sits down with Craig Iott, operational consultant to 200+ businesses , to break down why dental practices feel chaotic, and what to do about it. They cover systems, DSO mistakes, shiny object syndrome, and why your personal brand matters more than ever. If you own a practice or plan to, this one is worth your time. Craig Iott: www.allsolutions.consulting [http://www.allsolutions.consulting] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-iott/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-iott/] Dr. Avi: @Doctor.Avi | clearaligneradvisor.co [ clearaligneradvisor.co] LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dr-avi-patel-clearaligner-advisor [www.linkedin.com/in/dr-avi-patel-clearaligner-advisor]

The Honest Truth About Dentistry: Burnout, Boundaries & Finding Your Way | Dr. Ellie Halabian

Dr. Avi sits down with Dr. Ellie Bucklin, dentist, podcaster behind Teeth Matter, and NYU faculty, for a candid conversation about what dental school doesn't prepare you for. From mental health and people-pleasing to navigating toxic mentorship and building resilience, Ellie shares the raw reality of early-career dentistry and how she turned her lowest points into a platform that's helping the next generation. If you've ever felt like you weren't enough, moved too fast, or wondered why no one talks about the hard stuff, this episode is for you.