MB2 Underground

On this episode of MB2 Underground, Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox welcome back Envista CEO Paul Keel for a broader look at what's happening across the dental industry today, and where things may be headed next. Drawing from his perspective leading a $4.2 billion global dental business, Paul shares what he's seeing across markets, from patient demand and consumer confidence to the ongoing impact of COVID and recent economic shifts. The conversation covers why dentistry has historically outpaced the broader economy, what's slowed that momentum in recent years, and why the long-term outlook for the industry remains strong. They also get into the role technology is playing in shaping the future of dentistry, from AI and digital workflows to how innovations in diagnostics, treatment planning, and therapeutics are improving both the patient and provider experience. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

On this episode of MB2 Underground, we sit down with Ashley Park, CEO of BAYLAB and Parkley, alongside her mom, Nina Park, for a conversation that brings together entrepreneurship, family, and a new perspective on dentistry. Ashley shares her path from investment banking in New York to Amazon and ultimately to building BAYLAB, an infection control company focused on simplifying how dental practices source essential supplies. What started as a look at gaps in healthcare evolved into a focused effort to serve dentistry more efficiently and thoughtfully. Nina brings a different lens to the conversation, walking through her journey designing scrubs over the past 25 years and how that experience led to the creation of Parkley. Together, they discuss how something as simple as scrubs can affect how teams feel, how they show up, and how patients perceive a practice. The episode also gets into what it's been like building businesses together as a mother-daughter duo, how their backgrounds complement each other, and what they're hoping to bring to the dental space moving forward. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

On this special edition of MB2 Underground, we get to hear from the people who started it all. MB2's Founder and CEO, Dr. Chris Steven Villanueva, is joined by President Justin Puckett and original doctor partners Dr. Gabe Shahwan and Dr. Mauricio Dardano to share the MB2 story, along with a few never-before-told stories from the early days. Ever wonder how the original crew found their way to each other? They get into how it all came together, what those first years looked like, and how it all started from humble beginnings. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Staffing can make or break a dental practice, and in this episode of MB2 Underground, the conversation dives into one of the biggest challenges doctors face today: recruiting and retaining great people. Joined by leaders on the staff talent acquisition team, the episode explores why the hygiene market remains so tight, what practices can do to stand out to candidates, and how culture, leadership, and proactive recruiting strategies play a major role in building strong teams. From hygienists and dental assistants to office managers, this episode unpacks what today's candidates are really looking for, why retention starts long before there's an open role, and how practices can think about talent the same way they think about patient experience. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

We were excited to welcome back Dr. Ben Bratcher, owner of Legacy Dental Group in Canton, TX, to the studio to join Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox for a conversation about burnout in dentistry and how dentists can better manage the physical, mental, and emotional demands of the profession. Dr. Bratcher shares lessons from decades in practice, including the importance of building routines, surrounding yourself with the right people, and focusing on what you can control. The conversation also touches on the physical toll dentistry can take, why comparison and negativity can be harmful, and how dentists can stay grounded by investing in their teams, their communities, and their own personal growth. This episode is filled with tips on how to build a career in dentistry you can enjoy for the long run. Dr. Bratcher also shares several books that have influenced his approach to leadership, mindset, and personal growth, which we've listed below for any listener who wants to check them out. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie 7 Habits of Highly Successful People by Steven Covey Start with Why by Simon Sinek Influence by Robert Cialdini Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink & Leif Babin ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

On this episode of MB2 Underground, Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox talk through what private practitioners should consider when evaluating a transition. Drawing from thousands of conversations with dentists across the country, they discuss the importance of defining your "why," understanding the differences between selling to another doctor, a traditional DSO model, or a partnership structure, and the information to prepare before entering the process. This conversation serves as a high-level overview of MB2's upcoming Preparing to Sell webinar, which will go into greater detail on the transition process. Link to Register for the Preparing to Sell webinar: https://hubs.la/Q045gwqk0 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Today, we're joined by MB2 Doctor Partner Dr. Kiran Khemani, owner of Valley View Dental in Castro Valley, California, for a conversation about what continues to motivate her in dentistry. Dr. Khemani shares how a painful experience as a teenager first led her toward the profession and how that memory still influences the way she approaches patient care today. The episode highlights the difference dentistry can make in an individuals life, the importance of maintaining balance while running a practice, and great advice on leading a team. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox sit down with Mark Colby, MB2's Chief Capital Markets Officer, to talk about what it takes to prepare a company for the public markets. Mark shares lessons from helping take Goosehead Insurance public and how that experience shapes the work he's doing at MB2 today. The conversation covers IPO readiness, building stronger systems, and why long-term preparation matters. This episode offers a look at the strategy happening behind the scenes as MB2 continues building for the future. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox are joined by Jake Berry, Chief Development Officer, as well as Omar Jaroun, Vice President of Business Development, for a roundtable conversation on what's changing in the dental space and what dentists can expect heading into 2026. The group breaks down what they're hearing from thousands of doctors across the country, and why the DSO landscape is shifting again. The episode also discusses what's happening behind the scenes in private equity, why some DSOs are struggling, and what that could mean for dentists considering a transition. Insightful and easy to follow throughout, this episode offers a look at the current dental market and the trends shaping what partnership will look like in the years ahead. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox sit down with Dr. Chris Phelps, CEO of The Cialdini Institute, for a conversation about what drives sustainable practice growth: strong communication, patient trust, and great leadership. Dr. Phelps shares the story of how he built a fee-for-service practice from the ground up, expanded to four locations, and learned that the biggest breakthroughs in dentistry often come down to how well you connect with people. The episode also covers the lessons that shaped his path, including the mindset shifts that helped him move from working in the chair to becoming a CEO, entrepreneur, and coach. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox sit down with Sara Dalmasso, EVP and Head of Enterprise Solutions at Straumann Group, for a conversation that brings an international perspective to dentistry, leadership, and the future of technology in healthcare. Sara shares what it was like growing up in Paris, her experience studying in the U.S., and how those early years helped shape the way she approaches business and leadership today. Sara walks through her career journey across global healthcare organizations, including the leadership culture she learned at GE, her experience leading international teams at Omnicell, and what brought her to Straumann. The conversation also dives into how dentistry is changing through digital workflows and AI, what patients will expect more of in the years ahead, and how dental organizations can better support innovation and access to care. This episode highlights the importance of adapting to change, staying curious, and leading in a way that helps people grow. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Jonathan Tyroch and Joe Fox welcome Dr. Rick Miller, MB2 partner and owner of Grove Dental Associates in Grove, Oklahoma, to the podcast for a conversation that covers dentistry, leadership, and a sport you don't hear about every day, hydroplane boat racing. Dr. Miller breaks down what hydroplane racing is, how fast these boats really go, and how his family has been involved in the sport since the 1950s. Dr. Miller also shares his story of joining his dad in practice, growing the business over decades, and later combining practices with his now-partners through a move that required teamwork, patience, and significant leadership growth. He talks about how building the right culture, investing in the team, and surrounding yourself with the right people have shaped the success of his practice, both before and after partnering with MB2. This episode highlights what it takes to build something that lasts, the value of strong teams, and why having the right people around you makes all the difference, whether you're in the office or on the water. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

Sarah Reed and Joe Fox sit down with Rachel O'Neill, Senior Director of Operations at MB2 Dental, to discuss what it has been like to grow alongside an organization that expanded from roughly 100 practices to more than 800 over seven years, without losing sight of its core values. Rachel talks through her unexpected path into dentistry and her early days at MB2, into how operations support practices and develop leaders across the organization. This episode highlights the importance of investing in the right people, fostering trust, and doing the work that often goes unseen but makes a lasting impact. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

On this episode of MB2 Underground, we learn more about the wildly entertaining journey of Dr. Matt Walker. MB2 Partner, multiple practice owner, bourbon enthusiast, and proof that fate has a sense of humor, Dr. Walker shares how a clerical error, relentless persistence, and a refusal to play it safe shaped a career built on ownership from day one. We get into hometown dentistry, burning the boats, building practices from folding tables, and navigating family expectations. Dr. Walker shares what it takes to grow multiple successful practices and how having fun might be the most underrated business strategy of all. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental

In this episode of MB2 Underground, our hosts, Joe Fox (throwback!) and Sarah Reed sit down with Tracy Swanson, Director of Growth and Membership for Carabelli Club, MB2's innovative "light partnership" model designed to support dentists who aren't ready for full partnership—but still want access to MB2's buying power, expertise, and resources. Tracy breaks down what Carabelli Club is, how it works, and why it's been growing at a rapid pace since launching earlier this year. Carabelli Club is changing how solo practitioners and small groups think about overhead and efficiency by helping private practices save significantly on supplies, labs, and Invisalign, while also offering CE opportunities and lifestyle perks. We also get to learn more about Tracy and his incredible career journey. This episode unpacks how MB2 continues to support the profession beyond traditional partnerships. To join Carabelli Club, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q03YK2bn0 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe & Listen: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69Dz26hgC9D6YqwN8JMDBV Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mb2-underground/id1747349567 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow MB2 Dental on Social: MB2 Dental: mb2dental.com Instagram: instagram.com/mb2dental Facebook: facebook.com/mb2dental YouTube: youtube.com/@mb2dental LinkedIn: linkedin.com/mb2-dental