Wellness In Dentistry

In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley tackle the lack of empathy showing up in the dental community toward colleagues who are struggling. The data isn't subtle: dentists are 17 times more likely to die by suicide than the general population. Two and a half times more likely to suffer from anxiety and depression. That's not a mindset problem. That's a profession in pain.Kyle admits he used to be that guy — the one who thought struggling dentists just weren't working hard enough. Then burnout hit. He was on the 5-yard line with every advantage, and still fumbled the ball. That's the point.Not everyone's Everest looks the same. The phrase comes from Martin's friend Sean Swarner — a man who climbed Mount Everest with one functioning lung after surviving two unrelated cancers before age 18. Everyone is climbing something. The least we can do is not mock the people still on the way up.If someone in your life is struggling, be the person who shows up.For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.comJoin Carabelli Club here and save $600 on your yearly membership: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0If you'd like to chat with Martin about disability insurance, you can click here to find a time on his calendar. He's a licensed agent and happy to connect with you.Get Kyle's founder's discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here: https://discover.hellopearl.com/referral/kyle-stanley/

In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson explore the real role of coaching in dentistry and why it remains one of the most misunderstood tools for growth. They break down the key differences between coaching, mentoring, and therapy, clarifying how coaching helps dentists identify and overcome the personal and professional obstacles holding them back. Dr. Stanley shares his firsthand experience with coaching and how it fundamentally shifted his mindset, leadership approach, and business outcomes. The conversation also addresses common objections, including whether coaches need to be dentists, and highlights why expertise in leadership, communication, and performance often matters more than clinical background. The episode concludes with an overview of Light Side Live, a transformational CE experience taking place April 10–11 in Dallas, designed to help dentists build more intentional, sustainable careers. For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.comJoin Carabelli Club here and save $600 on your yearly membership: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0 If you’d like to chat with Martin about disability insurance, you can click here to find a time on his calendar. He’s a licensed agent and happy to connect with you.Get Kyle’s founder’s discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here: https://discover.hellopearl.com/referral/kyle-stanley/

In this episode, Kyle and Martin dive into the often-unspoken impact a dental career can have on personal relationships. They explore how long hours, emotional bandwidth, and professional ambition can quietly reshape family life if left unexamined. Kyle shares candid reflections on intentionally scaling back speaking commitments to be more present at home, while Martin highlights the importance of communication, self-awareness, and shared priorities in dentist-spouse relationships.The conversation expands beyond marriage to discuss the value of building meaningful connections outside the home through study clubs, peer groups, and trusted communities. Together, they unpack how dentists can pursue professional fulfillment without sacrificing the relationships that matter most.For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.comJoin Carabelli Club here and save $600 on your yearly membership: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0If you’d like to chat with Martin about disability insurance, you can click here to find a time on his calendar. He’s a licensed agent and happy to connect with you.Get Kyle’s founder’s discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here: https://discover.hellopearl.com/referral/kyle-stanley/

In this episode, Kyle and Martin dive into one of the most overlooked drivers of profitability in dentistry: overhead. They break down how controlling expenses can have just as much impact on take-home income as practice growth, especially when it comes to supplies and vendor payments. The conversation explores how DSOs use bulk purchasing power to secure better pricing, and why independent practices often feel at a disadvantage. Kyle shares his own experience joining a buying group and the meaningful savings it created through negotiated discounts and streamlined services. They close with a discussion on the future of independent dentistry and how tools like the Carabelli Club can help level the playing field, giving private practices the ability to compete with DSOs through smarter cost management and elevated quality.Join Carabelli Club here and save $600 on your yearly membership: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0Get Kyle’s founder’s discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here: https://discover.hellopearl.com/referral/kyle-stanley/For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com

In this episode, Kyle and Martin announce their upcoming LightSide Live event for MB2 doctors and Carabelli Club members in Dallas and share what attendees can expect from this fully immersive experience. They highlight the growing advantages of the Carabelli Club buying group and how it continues to support dentists in both clinical and business decision-making.The conversation then shifts to the evolving world of DSOs and how mental wellness directly influences performance, patient care, retention, and practice culture. Kyle and Martin address the real challenges many DSOs face, especially high turnover and inconsistent team morale and explore how dentist well-being is becoming a critical factor in organizational success.They break down where DSOs are heading, how they are reshaping practice management and access to care, and why focusing on controllable factors is more important than ever. The episode closes with a call for unity and support in a rapidly changing industry, emphasizing that dentistry’s future is brighter when dentists lead with clarity, communication, and a healthier mindset.Get Kyle’s founder’s discount for Pearl AI by scheduling a demo here: https://discover.hellopearl.com/referral/kyle-stanley/Join Carabelli Club here: https://hubs.la/Q03QQGmD0For more info or to join their live CE course, go to www.wellnessindentistry.com