Q&A with Dr. Avi Patel, CEO of Clear Aligner Advisor
SDN was joined by Dr. Avi Patel, the founder and CEO of Clear Aligner Advisor, to discuss their journey to dentistry, their work educating providers about Clear Aligners, and the current challenges facing the field of dentistry.
**Questions Answered**
0:50 Journey to becoming a dentist.
4:28 How did you decide upon the dental school you went to?
5:36 What surprised you most about your studies?
7:02 Did you complete a residency after graduation?
16:44 What do you like the most about your work? The least?
20:00 Background: what are Clear Aligners?
21:51 When did you become interested in clear aligner treatments and provider education?
29:05 How do you navigate the relationships with corporate entities?
36:22 What are the real challenges you think are facing the field of dentistry now?
41:34 What advice do you have for pre-dental students you mentor/anyone interested in pursuing dentistry?
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