Episode 275: Gary Bird

The 5–10% Ruining Dental Communities

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A small group of dentists may be creating a much bigger problem than anyone realizes.

After posting online for more than 5.5 years, Gary has noticed the same pattern over and over: roughly 5–10% of the dental industry attacks nearly everything- success stories, marketing wins, clinical cases, vulnerability posts, and even requests for help. In this episode, he explores why negativity spreads so easily, how it discourages dentists from participating in professional communities, and what it means for the future of the industry.

If you’re a practice owner, associate, startup dentist, or DSO leader, this conversation will challenge the way you think about leadership, culture, dental marketing, professional growth, and online engagement.

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