180. Secret to Scaling Without Burnout - Millennial Dentist Podcast

Episode 180 August 25, 2025 00:34:07
180. Secret to Scaling Without Burnout - Millennial Dentist Podcast
The Millennial Dentist
180. Secret to Scaling Without Burnout - Millennial Dentist Podcast

Aug 25 2025 | 00:34:07

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Show Notes

In this episode, Sully shares his journey from joining his father’s practice to transforming it into a thriving multi-doctor business. He opens up about the turning points that helped him embrace implants, build systems, and ultimately reclaim time for what matters most—family, freedom, and fulfillment. From replacing yourself in the operatory to creating community through 3D Dentists, Sully reveals the mindset shifts every dentist needs to break free from burnout and design a career they truly love.

 

@02:48 - Choosing Growth: More Patients vs. More Procedures

@04:59 - Why Implants Transformed Sully’s Career

@07:45 - Replacing Yourself & Scaling Beyond the Operatory

@12:55 - The Power of Mentorship, Masterminds & Community

@17:57 - Building a Dental Business That Supports Life & Freedom


Who is Dr. Sully Sullivan?

 

Dr. Sully is a fourth-generation dentist from Nashville, Tn. After receiving his doctorate of dental surgery from the University of Tennessee, he moved back to Nashville to practice with his father. By continuing to invest in his education through adult orthodontics, soft tissue grafting, dental implants, third molar extractions, and obstructive sleep apnea, he helped double his practice in just 24 months.

 

As a millennial, he truly believes in working smarter not harder, which has led him to utilize technology to not only deliver better patient care but more efficient care. Dr. Sullivan regularly uses CEREC, 3D imaging with Galileos, 3D printing, and multiple lasers. In addition to his practice, he started the Millennial Dentist Podcast in February of 2017 to help push his fellow colleagues to take their dental careers to the next level. Dr. Sully lectures around the country on cone beam technology, cad/cam dentistry, obstructive sleep apnea, and practice management. He is also an ambassador for the 3D-Dentist teaching facility in Raleigh, NC.

 

As always, thanks so much for listening! If you like the show, we would love for you to review the show on Apple Podcasts as well as spread the word! If you have any questions or want to get in touch, shoot me an email at [email protected] 

 

Links and Resources

Email: [email protected] 

The Millennial Dentist Website: http://millennialdentist.com/ 

Millennial Dentist Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/MillennialDentist 

Millennial Dentist Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/millennialdentist/

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