{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Dentistry Made Simple with Dr. Tarun 'TBone' Agarwal","title":"2026 3D Summit Recap: Small Steps, Big Future","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2118,"description":"The 2026 3D Summit was more than a continuing education event—it was a reminder that the right community, education, and small decisions can create a much bigger future.\nIn this episode, T-Bone and Meredith look back at the 2026 3D Summit, which took place in Orlando this past March. From standout speakers and clinical insights to team-building moments at Universal and late-night karaoke, they recap the education, connection, and culture that made this year’s event one of 3D’s strongest yet.\nThey share the lessons attendees can apply inside their own practices, including how to lead through difficult change, empower team members, create a modern patient experience, and build a practice that can grow beyond one doctor. From social media and technology to culture, case acceptance, clinical excellence, and leadership, this episode captures what it means to be serious about winning—without taking yourself too seriously.\nMain Topics:A recap of the 2026 3D Summit, held in Orlando this past MarchWhy the 2026 summit delivered its strongest education yetThe “small steps, big future” mindset for practice growthHow team support gives leaders confidence to make difficult changesBuilding a culture where team members feel included and investedUsing technology and social media to build trust with patientsAvoiding the race to the bottom on pricingCreating a multi-provider, team-driven practiceWhy great events should balance elite education with real connectionWhat’s ahead for the 2027 3D Summit in Jamaica\nIn This Episode:Why small steps taken to solve today’s problems can lead to a much bigger futureHow T-Bone’s early decisions to expand his clinical capabilities shaped his careerWhy leaders need people around them who will support difficult decisions and transitionsHow team members can build trust by telling their leaders, “I’m on your team”Why practices lose momentum when communication breaks down during transitionsHow Dr. Diana used authenticity, technology, and staged...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/C_aFR-zmxMmvhWnvWHKMACcnwK7eLxP4dNyg0ofmeKs/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yNDdl/OTk0NTRiZmIxNmRm/YTM1OWExYzgwYTU1/MDJlNC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}