Stephenie Goddard is the host of "Lasting Impressions," a podcast about life, leadership, and the moments that stick with us.
The title is a playful nod to dental impressions — those goopy trays you bite down on at the dentist — but the show goes far deeper. "Lasting Impressions" features key voices in dentistry and beyond, uncovering the pivotal moments that shaped their success and the setbacks that led to new opportunities. Stephenie draws on her own experience to reveal valuable insights from dental experts and business leaders. She explores what worked, what didn't, and what lessons they took from each challenge.
"Lasting Impressions" has something for everyone. Whether you're an experienced dentist, an emerging business leader, or a curious student, these conversations will inspire growth and leave a lasting impression.
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How can dentistry become a more connected part of healthcare? Dr. Sree Koka explores the future of oral health, the importance of integrated care, and why the best leaders focus on people — not just procedures.
(00:00) Introduction: Thinking Beyond the Operatory
(00:56) Why Dentistry and Medicine Still Operate Separately
(02:24) Incentives, Insurance, and the Challenge of Integrated Care
(03:40) Oral-Systemic Health and Whole-Person Care
(05:35) Curiosity, Residency Training, and Asking "Why?"
(07:05) Expanding Beyond Dentistry: Research, Business, and Population Health
(08:18) Influencing Dentistry Through Systems and Policy
(09:32) Lessons From Mayo Clinic and Integrated Healthcare
(10:57) Education, Culture, and Interprofessional Collaboration
(12:36) Foreign-Trained Dentists and Access to Care
(14:41) Rural Dentistry and Recruiting Mission-Driven Providers
(17:12) What Separates Great Dentists From Great Leaders
(19:21) Purpose, Responsibility, and Preventing Burnout
(21:02) Social vs. Market Motivations in Dentistry
(23:21) Student Debt, Career Choices, and the Future of the Profession
(27:27) The Sweet Spot Leader and Teaching Human-Centered Leadership
(30:55) Developing Leadership Skills Early in a Career
(32:15) Quick Hits: Leadership, Dentistry, and Career Lessons
(34:06) Lasting Impressions: Leadership Lessons From Family and Mentors
(36:17) Closing Thoughts and Farewell
2 Jul 2026
The Business Skills Every Dentist Needs to Lead
Clinical skill may get you started, but leadership is what builds a successful practice.
In this episode of Lasting Impressions, David R. Rice shares his perspective on the leadership, systems, and business mindset required to thrive in today's dental landscape.
From building high-performing teams and creating scalable systems to navigating staffing challenges, shrinking reimbursements, burnout, and emerging technology, Dr. Rice shares practical strategies to help dentists lead with confidence, improve profitability, and build practices designed for long-term success.
(00:00) Why Profitability Matters in Modern Dentistry
(00:31) Introduction: David Rice on Leadership, Ownership & Practice Success
(01:24) From Clinician to Practice Owner: David Rice's Journey
(02:15) Building Great Teams and Finding Purpose Beyond Clinical Dentistry
(02:55) The Leadership Gap in Dental Practice Management
(03:26) Mentors Who Shaped a Vision for Success
(04:32) The Biggest Challenges Facing Dentists Today
(06:36) Investing in Teams, Education, and Systems
(07:00) Creating Systems That Drive Consistent Results
(08:12) Leadership, Accountability, and Sustainable Growth
(09:10) Ownership Mindset vs. Leadership Mindset
(09:38) Understanding and Preventing Dentist Burnout
(11:30) Aligning Practice Goals with Personal Vision
(13:02) Profitability as a Tool for Growth and Delegation
(14:28) The Future of Successful Dental Practices
(15:13) Technology, AI, and Digital Workflows in Dentistry
(16:18) Choosing the Right Technology for Your Practice
(17:26) Leadership Principles and the Self-Determined Future
(18:41) Lightning Round: Ownership, Success Habits, and Collaboration
(19:37) A Lasting Impression: Lessons from an Influential Mentor
(20:21) Closing Remarks and Final Thoughts
18 Jun 2026
Closing the Gap Between Clinician and Leader
Dr. Laylay Lohmann, Co-founder and Clinical Director of Apex Dental Partners and a 2023 Guiding Leaders graduate, explores what separates a skilled clinician from an effective leader and how closing that gap starts with personal accountability. She shares how improving patient communication and embracing technology helped her transform case acceptance, while empowering patients to better understand and take ownership of their oral health. Dr. Lohmann also discusses building confident clinicians, leading through change, and why meaningful growth requires moving beyond excuses and committing to continuous improvement.
(00:00) Previously on Lasting Impressions
(00:33) Introducing Dr. Layla Lohmann and the Future of Dental Leadership
(00:56) Clinician vs. Leader: Understanding the Gap
(01:16) Facing Reality: Case Acceptance and Personal Accountability
(02:06) Leveraging Technology to Improve Patient Understanding
(02:37) Growth Through Leadership Development Programs
(03:19) Balancing Leadership Ambitions and Personal Life
(03:58) Shifting from Excuses to Proactive Care
(04:22) Building Confident Clinicians and Strong Communication
(05:08) Redefining Partnerships and Practice Strategy
(06:17) Mindset, Accountability, and Removing Internal Roadblocks
(07:21) The Evolution of Dentistry and the Role of Technology
(08:18) Trust, AI, and Modern Patient Communication
(09:48) Educating Patients to Increase Case Acceptance
(10:46) Why Patients Delay Treatment and How to Address It
(12:00) Proactive Care, Training, and Technology Integration
(12:59) Leadership Challenges and Staying Grounded
(14:12) Learning Patience and Scaling Leadership Impact
(15:18) Creating a Ripple Effect Across Teams
(16:14) Empowering Teams and Building Trust in Healthcare
(17:05) Quick Hits: Scale vs. Simplicity
(17:52) The Most Underrated Leadership Skill
(18:09) Emerging Trends in Preventive Dentistry
(19:24) Oral-Systemic Health and Early Intervention Awareness
(20:02) The Power of Proactive Patient Conversations
(20:31) A Lasting Impression: Choosing Accountability and Gratitude
(21:13) Commitment to Growth and Continuous Improvement
(21:46) Closing Remarks and Where to Watch
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