Webinar Series
Questions to Ask Before
Joining an Endodontic Practice
A practical webinar series for residents evaluating job opportunities
Residency prepares you to practice endodontics. Choosing where and how to practice requires an entirely different set of decisions. Questions to Ask Before Joining an Endodontic Practice is a practical webinar series created to help endodontic residents look beyond the offer letter and better understand the practices they are considering. Each session explores an important part of evaluating an opportunity—from compensation and mentorship to practice economics, marketing, scheduling, culture, and long-term growth. The goal isn't to tell you which practice model or opportunity is right for you. It's to help you ask better questions, recognize what matters, and make your first career decision with greater clarity and confidence.
Join us for our next Webinar
Understanding Today’s Dental Practice Models:
A Guide to Your Career Options
October 8, 2026 at 8PM Eastern Time
In this session, Dr. Monica Estes breaks down today’s dental practice models, helping dentists understand the career options available after residency. She explores private practice ownership, de novo startups, private equity-backed DSOs, joint ventures, and associate opportunities, providing practical insights to help you evaluate each model and choose the path that best aligns with your career goals.
Previous Webinars
Money Matters: Unlocking the Compensation Conversation
Navigating compensation as a new endodontist can feel overwhelming. Dr. Monica Estes breaks down what you really need to know about evaluating pay structures, benefits, and contract terms before joining a practice. Whether you're comparing offers or entering your first negotiation, this session will give you the tools to approach the conversation with clarity and confidence.
Marketing Insights: Choosing a Practice That Invests in You
Not all practices are created equal, especially when it comes to marketing. In this session, Dr. Monica Estes shares key insights on how to evaluate a practice’s marketing strategy and reputation and why it matters for your long-term success. Learn how to spot red flags, recognize practices that invest in their doctors, and ask the right questions during interviews.
Making Every Minute Count: Streamlining Your Day for Peak Performance
Managing your time as a new endodontist is critical to long-term success. Dr. Monica Estes shares practical strategies for streamlining your schedule, improving patient flow, and avoiding the common pitfalls that lead to inefficiency and burnout. Whether you’re stepping into your first practice or looking to sharpen your daily systems, this session will equip you with tools to make every minute count and perform at your best.
Private Practice Pitfalls: Mistakes Every New Endodontist Should Avoid
Entering private practice as a new endodontist comes with unique challenges. Dr. Monica Estes breaks down common mistakes new associates make, from lacking confidence when presenting treatment to avoiding financial conversations with patients. This session will help you communicate effectively, manage patient expectations, and navigate your new role with professionalism and confidence.
Leading with Purpose: Building a Thriving Practice Culture
Stepping into a leadership role, whether as a new associate or future practice owner, requires more than clinical skill. In this session, Dr. Monica Estes explores the core elements that shape a healthy, high-performing practice culture, from setting clear expectations to modeling the behaviors you want your team to embody. She’ll share practical strategies for inspiring collaboration, strengthening communication, and leading with intention so you can cultivate an environment where both patients and team members thrive.
Practice Economics: The Numbers That Shape Your Career
Running a successful endodontic practice requires more than excellent clinical outcomes. In this session, Dr. Monica Estes breaks down the fundamentals of practice economics and how financial systems impact everything from patient flow to long-term growth. She’ll share practical strategies for strengthening collections, presenting fees with confidence, managing overhead, and tracking key performance indicators so you can make proactive decisions that protect profitability and create lasting stability for your practice.
Overcoming Obstacles: How to Navigate Clinical Mishaps and Patient Challenges
Even the most skilled clinicians encounter unexpected challenges. In this session, Dr. Monica Estes explores how endodontists can effectively navigate clinical mishaps and difficult patient situations while maintaining confidence, professionalism, and strong outcomes. She’ll discuss practical strategies for managing procedural complications, communicating transparently with patients and referring doctors, and turning challenging moments into opportunities for growth.
Private Practice vs. Corporate Dentistry:
How to Choose the Right Path for you After Residency
Choosing your first opportunity after residency is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as an endodontist. In this session, Dr. Monica Estes breaks down the key differences between private practice and corporate dentistry, helping you evaluate which path aligns best with your clinical goals, lifestyle preferences, and long-term vision. She’ll share practical insights on compensation models, autonomy, mentorship, and growth opportunities, along with real-world considerations that often go overlooked. Attendees will leave with greater clarity, a structured approach to decision-making, and the confidence to choose a path that supports both their professional success and personal fulfillment.
Building a Referral Base as a New Endodontist:
Practical Strategies for Growing a Strong Referral Network
Starting your career as an endodontist means more than delivering excellent clinical care. It also means building trusted relationships with referring dentists. In this webinar, you'll learn practical strategies for establishing and growing a referral base, communicating effectively with general dentists, and creating a reputation that encourages long-term referral partnerships. Whether you're joining a practice or starting in a new market, this session will provide actionable insights to help you build a strong foundation for future growth.
The First Five Years After Residency:
Key Lessons for Thriving in Your Early Years of Practice
Dr. Monica Estes shares practical lessons from the first five years after residency, helping new endodontists navigate the challenges of early practice with confidence. She covers common mistakes to avoid, strategies for building clinical confidence and efficiency, developing strong referral relationships, and making sound financial decisions that support long-term success.
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