What this dental executive is watching heading into 2025

During the recent Dental Trade Alliance (DTA) meeting in Napa, CA, I had the chance to sit down with several key opinion leaders in dentistry to get their opinions on what dentists and dental team members need to know heading into 2025. Included in those talks was a conversation with Eric Shirley, who is the president of the dental division of Keystone Industries.

Eric Shirley.

Shirley is a long-term leader in the dental industry, and I wanted to get his thoughts on what he was looking for in the new year, as well as some of the data points surrounding the industry that were presented at the DTA sessions.

In this episode of "The DrBicuspid.com Podcast," sponsored by Keystone Industries, Shirley shared his insights from the DTA meeting. He discussed the optimistic outlook for the dental industry heading into 2025, the importance of data in shaping business strategies, and the need for personal relationships in a technology-driven world. Shirley emphasized the significance of embracing change and the role of dental teams in practice growth while also highlighting the innovations in 3D printing and artificial intelligence (AI) that are shaping the future of dentistry.

So why is Shirley optimistic for the near- and long-term outlook of the dental industry? You can click below to listen to our conversation.

Podcast takeaways

• The DTA meeting showcased encouraging data for the dental industry.
• Hank Aaron's consistency mirrors the steady growth of the dental sector.
• Data are crucial for making informed business decisions.
• AI can enhance efficiency, but personal relationships remain vital.
• Change in the dental industry is inevitable and should be embraced.
• The integration of dental hygienists is essential for practice growth.
• Incremental change is a key concept in adapting to industry shifts.
• The importance of teamwork in delivering quality dental care cannot be overstated.
• Continuous learning is a priority for industry leaders.
• Keystone Industries is focused on innovation and customer support.

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