{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Picking the Perfect Dental Conference: What\u2019s Worth Your Time","description":"In this episode of Breath of Fresh Air, Amanda and Sarah are diving into how to pick the right dental conference for you (and your practice). With so many options out there\u2014from massive trade shows to intimate boutique events\u2014it\u2019s easy to feel overwhelmed or unsure where to spend your time and money. They\u2019re breaking down how to get the best return on your investment (both financial and energetic), sharing some of their favorite conferences, and giving honest advice about what\u2019s worth your travel and PTO\u2014and what\u2019s not. Whether you\u2019re a solo practice manager, a dental billing company owner, or a team leader planning your next team CE trip, this episode is packed with real talk and personal stories to help you choose smarter.  \u2708\ufe0f In this episode, we cover:   Why conferences still matter in the age of webinars and Zoom   The difference between large national conferences and smaller boutique events   How to choose a conference based on your goals, budget, vibe, and role   Tips for not feeling lost or overwhelmed at a big show   Amanda &amp;amp; Sarah\u2019s personal favorite conferences (and ones still on their wish list!)   How to turn a work trip into a mini vacation (hint: lazy rivers and butter beer included)   How to debrief with your team and make your learning stick    \ud83d\udccd Conferences We Mentioned:   Yankee Dental Congress   CDA \u2013 California Dental Association   Chicago Midwinter Meeting   Greater New York Dental Meeting   AADOM Annual Conference   Accelerate (by Vyne)   Insurance Extravaganza (by Christine Taxin)   Pediatric Dental Growth Summit \u2013 Register for the 2025 event here    Shoutout to Our Sponsor: Looking for a better way to order your dental supplies? Frontier Dental offers:   40,000+ products   No contracts or minimums   Always free shipping   A team of real dental professionals   Use promo code&amp;nbsp;FDBOFA at checkout for $20 off your first order \ud83d\udc49 Shop now at FrontierDental.com  \ud83d\udd17 Other Links Mentioned:   Amanda\u2019s appearance on Teresa Duncan\u2019s podcast \u2013 Listen here    \u270f\ufe0f Quick Tip: Heading to a conference soon? Download GoodNotes (Amanda &amp;amp; Sarah-approved!) and bring your iPad + Apple Pencil to keep track of all the nuggets you\u2019ll want to share when you get back to your team.  \ud83d\udcac If this episode helped you feel more confident in planning your next dental event, we\u2019d love it if you\u2019d leave us a review or share it with a friend. And don\u2019t forget to connect with us over on Instagram! \ud83c\udfa7 Catch up on past episodes or join the conversation at \ud83d\udc49 amandademoura.com\/breathoffreshairpodcast ","author_name":"Breath of Fresh Air Dental Podcast","author_url":"https:\/\/sites.libsyn.com\/506053","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36791480\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/36791480"}