Very Dental: Dr. Mike Mansell Becomes a Civilian

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In this episode Alan catches up with Dr. Mike Mansell, who recently retired from the Army after a 24-year career in military dentistry. The conversation covers a range of topics, from their initial meeting at a dental course, to Dr. Mansell's transition to civilian dental practice. Dr. Mansell shares his experiences and insights on the differences between military and civilian dentistry, the challenges of switching roles, and the importance of having a family support system during dental school. They also discuss the impact of debt from dental school, the evolving role of technology in dentistry, and the influences of social media on modern dental practices. Episode Index:

01:10 Mike's Military Dental Journey

05:07 The Impact of Family During Dental School

13:57 Transitioning from Military to Civilian Dentistry

19:15 Advanced Dental Technology in the Military

27:46 Military Scholarships and Dental School Costs

29:31 The Reality of Dental School Debt

39:44 The All-on-Four Procedure Debate

45:37 The Importance of Dental Fundamentals

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