{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"From Chaos to Cost Savings: Smarter Dental Supply Strategies with Frontier Dental","description":"In this episode of Breath of Fresh Air, Amanda and Sarah are joined by Micheline Hawley, Director of Sales and Customer Service at Frontier Dental. From real-talk stories about bulk order blunders to a behind-the-scenes look at procurement strategies that actually save your practice money, this episode is full of fresh insights that will have every office manager rethinking their supply closet. Micheline shares her personal journey from practicing dental hygienist to sales leadership, and explains how Frontier Dental\u2019s unique culture, 360\u00b0 online shopping experience, and customer-first approach are helping offices nationwide cut costs without cutting corners. Whether you\u2019re new to supply ordering or a seasoned practice manager, this episode will inspire you to streamline your systems and rethink your vendor relationships. \ud83d\udca1 What You\u2019ll Learn:   The difference between purchasing vs. procurement\u2014and why it matters   How Amanda saved $65K in one year just by price shopping   The most common (and costly) supply ordering mistakes dental teams make   Easy ways to delegate ordering (yes, even if you\u2019re a control freak)   Why standardization is your secret weapon   How Frontier\u2019s MyShop, 360\u00b0 product views, and backorder transparency make ordering stress-free   Tips for bulk buying without wasting space\u2014or cash   Why former hygienists make the best sales reps   The unsung dental product that deserves more love   And yes\u2026 how a grocery store job can prep you for dental success   \ud83d\udc69\u200d\u2695\ufe0f Guest Spotlight: Micheline Hawley, Director of Sales &amp;amp; Customer Service at Frontier Dental From dental hygiene to leadership, Micheline brings clinical knowledge, sales savvy, and a deep understanding of what dental teams actually need when it comes to supplies and support. Follow Frontier Dental on Instagram: \ud83c\udde8\ud83c\udde6 @frontierdental \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8 @frontierdentalus \ud83d\udcac Mentioned in the Episode:   Frontier\u2019s My Shop ordering system   Frontier\u2019s house brand   Product spotlight: Relief evacuation accessories   Amanda\u2019s favorite ordering tip: FIFO is your friend\u2014especially if you worked at a grocery store!   \ud83d\udcb8 Special Offer for Listeners: Get $20 off your first Frontier Dental order of $100+ Use promo code: FDBOFA (Frontier Dental + Breath of Fresh Air) \u2192 Sign up and shop here \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Quick Links:   Frontier Dental USA   Follow Frontier Dental on Instagram  Follow Frontier on Facebook  Listen to more Breath of Fresh Air episodes: amandademoura.com\/breathoffreshairpodcast   \ud83e\uddfc Take a Deep Breath\u2026 Supply ordering doesn\u2019t have to be stressful\u2014or expensive. With a smarter strategy and the right partners, you can bring clarity, savings, and (finally) some peace of mind to your practice\u2019s backroom. ","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\/37562675\/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\/content\/191205130"}