{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Protrusive Dental Podcast","title":"2 Years Out of Dental School – Insights for New Grads – IC066","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/691cb33a\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2223,"description":"Did Triman ever buy his own camera setup?\nHas he figured out which niche or specialty he wants to pursue?\nAre molar endodontics and surgical extractions still his fear procedures?\nAnd how’s he getting on with those tricky fee discussions and private patient conversations?\nDr Triman Ahluwalia returns for another catch-up — one year after stepping into his first associate position. In this episode, Jaz follows Triman’s journey from new graduate to confident young clinician, exploring what’s changed and what lessons he’s learned along the way.\nFrom building confidence in complex procedures to improving communication and investing in the right tools, this episode is packed with insights every fresh grad and early-career dentist can relate to.\n https://youtu.be/gJNUM6JSLfE \nWatch IC066 on YouTube\nTakeaways\nInvesting in photography can enhance documentation and patient engagement.\nConfidence in discussing costs with patients improves with experience.\nMentorship is vital for growth and learning in dentistry.\nBuilding a strong portfolio is essential for career development.\nChoosing the right educational path depends on personal learning styles.\nCommunication with patients should focus on care rather than costs.\nDentistry offers diverse pathways for specialization and growth.\nHighlights:\n00:00 Teaser\n00:30 Introduction\n03:18 Patient Demographics and Practice Insights\n06:04 Investing in Photography Equipment\n10:13  Handling Complex Procedures and Referrals\n13:20 Choosing the Right Courses for Career Growth\n17:21 Communicating Costs and Building Confidence\n18:32 Midroll\n21:53 Communicating Costs and Building Confidence\n27:31 Learning from Senior Colleagues and Mentorship\n31:50 Building and Improving Your Dental Portfolio\n33:56 Final Reflections and Advice for Young Dentists\n38:41 Outro\n🎙️ Connect with Dr. Triman Ahluwalia:\nInstagram: @drtriman\nLinkedIn: Dr Triman Ahluwalia\nIf you enjoyed this episode, don’t miss Triman’s earlier appearance — I Interviewed a New Grad 7...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/hLSIeRiYSp0oTfIk0BzEukFutShD18hH3f6fq4QHsWw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9lZmM0/ZTNjYzdiZDJhNGFj/MzBiYmU2NTUwNmM2/NzQ2My5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}