From Dream to Reality: Growing and Sustaining a Thriving Dental Startup

The Startup Dentist

**Introduction to the Topic:**

This episode features Dr. Rachel Slash, founder of Eyeglass Dental Studio in Pennsylvania, who shares her journey of building a startup practice from scratch. Stephen and Dr. Slash dive into the lessons learned, the importance of community engagement, and how creating a strong team culture drives sustainable growth.

**Key Points Discussed:**

- The decision to choose a startup over buying an existing practice.

- Building a patient-centered culture that reflects personal values and vision.

- Strategies for overcoming challenges like construction delays and staffing issues.

- The impact of community involvement and personalized care on practice success.

- Insights on leadership, team building, and maintaining balance as a business owner.

**Guest Information:**

Dr. Rachel Slash is the owner of Eyeglass Dental Studio, a thriving startup practice in Squirrel Hill, PA. She has over two decades of dental experience and is passionate about personalized care and giving back to her community.

**Links and Resources Mentioned:**

- [Startup Practice Blueprint Course](StartupPracticeBlueprint.com)

- [Ideal Practices Website](https://www.idealpractices.com)

**Calls to Action:**

Listen to this episode to learn how Dr. Rachel turned her vision into a reality and continues to grow her practice with purpose. For additional guidance on starting and sustaining a successful practice, explore the Startup Practice Blueprint course.

Contact Information and Social Media Links:

• Website: Ideal Practices
• Email: [e-mail]
• Facebook: Ideal Practices
• Instagram: @idealpractices