About this episode

Dr. Trevor Nichols discusses his journey from corporate orthodontics to private practice, emphasizing patient-centered care and personal wellness.

Episode Summary Dr. Trevor Nichols returns to The Doc Podcast for his second appearance, and a lot has changed. Since opening Nichols Orthodontics and Aesthetics in Gilbert, Arizona, in August 2024, Trevor has grown from a two-person operation to a team of 20, with a waitlist. In this rich conversation, Dr. Mike and Dr. Nichols cover the full journey: the leap from corporate/DSO orthodontics to private practice ownership, the vision and systems that fuel their growth, the personal wellness habits that keep them grounded, and, most passionately, the case for early airway-focused, craniofacial orthodontic treatment. This episode is a must-listen for any orthodontist, dentist, or healthcare professional who wants to treat the whole patient, not just the teeth. Timestamps 3:29 — Welcome back: Dr. Nichols returns to the show after ~2 years 4:33 — "Probably the best two years of my life" — Dr. Nichols reflects on opening his practice 5:27 — Starting with just two people, leasing space from a general dentist 6:29 — "Fight for your dreams" — the case for private practice ownership 6:53 — Why private practice better protects patients and the profession vs. corporate/DSO models 22:03 —…

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