The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast and Blog
The Stress-Free Dentist Podcast and Blog
Dr. Eric Block, DMD, CAGS, FICOI, FICD, FAADS, FIADFE, is a full-time dentist in Acton, MA. He is known as the Stress-Free Dentist and hosts the Stress-Free Dentist Podcast. His goal is to help make dental professionals' careers more enjoyable.
The Stress-Free Dentist

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Adapting to Change: How Hybrid Work Schedules Transform Dental Care
The Great Return Whether it’s for an emergency or recall visit, many patients are just now returning for their dental care.  Even years later, for some patients, their dental care just dropped off their radar and was forgotten about, and they are just now booking their return visits and getting...  Read More
 Melissa Turner Episode #158: Transforming the Future of Dentistry
Delve into Melissa’s journey from clinical to non-clinical dentistry, unraveling the motivations and experiences that fueled this transition. The episode explores the moments that led to a significant career change, offering lessons and considerations for dental professionals contemplating...  Read More
Drs Karen Tindall and Laura Schwindt Episode #156: Smile Inside Out: Elevating Dental Teams with  Whole-Person Wellness Coaching
Delve into the creation of The Mint Door Club, a platform born out of Karen and Laura’s dedication to the holistic well-being of dental professionals. The episode unfolds the inspiration behind its inception and the unique offerings it brings to the dental community. At the core of their...  Read More
Dr. Anissa Holmes Episode #154: Providing Dentists with Top-Notch Educational Resources
Explore the innovation that is DentalFlix,  discovering its purpose and impact on dental education and content creation. Dr. Holmes reveals the intricacies of content creation and discusses the wide-ranging offerings of DentalFlix. Whether you’re a dental student, practitioner, or enthusiast,...  Read More
Morgan Millett CEO of Front Office Friend. Episode #153: The Importance of Standard Operating Procedures
Join us on a journey with Morgan Millett as she shares her path into the dental industry, unveiling the motivations that led her to become a pivotal figure in the field. Delve into the functionality of Front Office Friend, discovering how it acts as a valuable resource for dental practices....  Read More
Episode #152: Two Most Important Steps to Reduce Insurance Dependence
We kick off the conversation by diving into the world of PPO plans and the typical write-offs that many dentists face. Naren suggests that replacing patients acquired through PPO plans with Google SEO strategies is the first crucial step to reducing insurance dependence.  He emphasizes the...  Read More
Dr. Catrise Austin, Episode #151: How To Become A Celebrity Dentist
In this episode of The Stress-Free Dentist podcast, we delve into the captivating narrative of Dr. Austin’s unconventional dental career. Dr. Austin shares her initial foray into the world of dentistry, her experiences post-dental school, and the pivotal role of her time as an associate dentist....  Read More
The Podcast Rebranding, Episode #150: Introducing The Stress-Free Dentist Show
The podcast recently underwent a rebranding, and Dr. Block provides a glimpse into what listeners can anticipate from future episodes. This includes exciting new content and expert guests who will contribute their knowledge and experiences to empower dental professionals. Additionally, we delve...  Read More
WANT TO BE HAPPIER, REPLACE PPO WITH GOOGLE
Many dental practice owners have turned to PPO plans to seek ways to attract patients and grow their practice. However, while these plans can offer a more extensive patient base, they often come with significant write-offs that can add up over time. As a result, practice owners are exploring...  Read More
ROCKING CASE ACCEPTANCE
What is case acceptance? My definition of case acceptance is when a patient has scheduled, shown up, and received and paid for the planned treatment.  Some patients may just nod their heads during the consultation, seem interested, and say yes but do not schedule or show up for their planned...  Read More
Personal Clinical Excellence
Dentists must provide patients with the most comfortable, convenient, and comprehensive care. Every step matters, from when they make the initial phone call to checking out at the front desk. Dentists need to provide a fulfilling patient experience. Patients who feel they are receiving exceptional...  Read More
How to Overcome Burnout in Dentistry: Add Clear Aligners
  Fear of something new I always thought of anything orthodontic as this different species of animal. This is because it felt so different from my typical day-to-day general and implant dentistry treatment. So it was no surprise that adding clear aligners created a fear of the dreaded...  Read More
Using Technology to Relieve Burnout
I am a full-time practicing dentist in Massachusetts and went through a period of burnout, regret, and resentment toward dentistry. It took years but during the long climb back to getting . I don’t want any other dentist to have to go through what I did. But if they are, then I have a few...  Read More
How to Overcome Burnout in Dentistry: Add Sleep and Airway Treatment To Your Practice
What is sleep apnea anyway? During sleep, the repetitive collapse of the upper airway (back of the throat). Episodes of partial airway collapse for at least 10 seconds can result in a significant blood oxygen level drop, a brain awakening, or both. None of that is good. How prevalent is sleep...  Read More
 Overcome Burnout and Start Loving Dentistry Again
  Dr. Eric Block DMD, CAGS, FICOI, FICD, FAADS Let's face it. Dentistry is a complex and demanding profession, and dental school doesn't prepare graduates to deal with the real-world stressors of business and private practice. Many dentists struggle with the same issues, such as feeling crushed by...  Read More
Episode #74: Michelle Jewsbury: Inspiring Change and Encouraging Victims to Break Free and Survivors to Speak Up About Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
Domestic violence is something that mostly happens behind closed doors. When a person has never been exposed to abuse, the first sign of domestic abuse leaves them stunned. Unfortunately, the victims of domestic violence get stuck in the cycle of abuse because they don’t speak up about what they...  Read More
Episode #53: Matthew Jarvis, Dental Ops
Matthew Jarvis, CEO of Dental Ops We discuss the growing industry of outsourcing for your dental office and Dental Ops' unique approach to the back office concept. Before you make a purchase check out   to find the latest new customer offers across the industry.  We are bringing the convention...  Read More
Episode #52: Dr  Ahmed Soboh, Founder and Inventor of TMJaw
Dr. Soboh received his DDS degree from the University of Jordan in 1999. He received certification by the American National Dental Board in 2001 and has been practicing dentistry in the state of California since 2002. Dr. Soboh and I discuss treating patients with TMD and TMJ pain and his product...  Read More
The Deals for Dentists Podcast #51: Dr. Paul Goodman, Founder of Dental Nachos & Dentist Job Connect
Dr. Paul Goodman is a practicing general dentist and the managing partner of a group practice with two locations along with his brother, Jeffrey, in Mercer County, NJ. In 2017, Dr. Goodman founded Dental Nachos. Dental Nachos is dedicated to increasing the success and decreasing the stress of...  Read More
Episode #50: Dr. Jonathan Greenburg, CEO & Founder of Sleep Certified
Dr. Greenburg is not only fixing teeth but he is saving lives. Approximately 30% of your patients have sleep apnea.  We discuss how Sleep Certified's 360 program allows you to help treat these patients.  They take the guesswork out of implementing sleep treatment into your practice and Have Removed...  Read More
Episode #48: Edward Vilga, CEO & Founder of Executive Yoga
Episode #48 Edward Vilga is not your average yoga instructor.  He is the founder and CEO of Executive Yoga which is a unique 8-week online course for people who have too much stress and not enough time. Only 12 minutes a day and all online. No incense, no chanting.  It's just an un-intimidating...  Read More
Howard Reis and I discuss how dentists can offer teledentistry as a service to their patients: Go to to find out how. Attract new patients, Meet new patients face-to-face and not behind a mask Screen patients to determine if an office visit is necessary Optional – Connect with The TeleDentists to...  Read More
Episode #41: Mark Sirota, Sr Product Specialist at StellaLife
StellaLife® is a biotech company on a mission to improve people’s lives by offering innovative, natural products to accelerate the healing process while also helping to relieve pain as well as reducing the need for opioids. Go to  to find their promo offer: Purchase a New Clinician Starter Package...  Read More
The Deals for Dentists Podcast Episode #36: Austin Ritter, CEO of Ascentcare Dental Products
Episode #36: Austin Ritter Austin and I discuss his process of inventing and manufacturing his innovative dental products. He explains, "It is our desire at Ascentcare to provide dentists and hygienists with dental equipment to help streamline their efficiencies and safety protocols." Go to  to...  Read More
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