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Brendan Gallagher, DDS

An oral surgeon's inside look at the clinical techniques, business strategies, and career paths shaping modern dentistry.

The brief

This is an 'inside baseball' podcast for the dental industry, hosted by a practicing oral surgeon. Episodes toggle between granular, peer-to-peer discussions on clinical techniques and instruments, and high-level conversations about the business of dentistry, including marketing, practice management, and technology. It also serves as a mentorship channel, with frequent Q&A episodes offering career advice to students and residents.

What stands out is the host's dual focus on hardcore clinical details (like specific sedation drug cocktails) and modern digital-age business strategy (like acquiring Google reviews and monetizing a personal brand). The format fluidly shifts from formal interviews to casual TikTok Live Q&As, giving it a raw, practitioner-in-the-trenches feel.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Dr. Brendan Gallagher is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon based in the New York area. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from Stony Brook University and completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals / Bellevue. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Gallagher is a prolific content creator and entrepreneur, co-founding platforms like Students of Dentistry and the Pre-Dent Mentor Map to help guide the next generation of dental professionals.

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Credentials & credits

  • Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
  • DDS, Stony Brook University
  • Residency, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, NYC Health + Hospitals / Bellevue

Other ventures

  • Dose of Dental Podcast
  • Top Professionals LLC
  • Students of Dentistry
  • Elite Dentists
  • Pre-Dent Mentor Map
  • Top Wineries
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

AI-extracted picks + commentary · help us verify
  1. 01
    Dr. Joe Doctora - The Secret to 1,000+ Google Reviews & Multi-Generational Patients

    A prime example of the show's blend of business marketing (a deep dive on getting Google reviews) and granular clinical talk (comparing wisdom tooth extraction techniques).

  2. 02
    Future Of Dentistry Predictions, Private vs. DSO’s, Dental School HACKS To Succeed

    This episode showcases the solo Q&A format from a TikTok Live, where Gallagher shares his unfiltered opinions on major industry trends and offers direct advice to students.

  3. 03
    Dr. Patrick Anghel - Why Traditional Conferences Are Dying & How to Actually Monetize Your Podcast

    Highlights the show's focus on the modern business of dentistry, discussing the shift from traditional to digital marketing and the creator economy for professionals.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How the host interviews

The host, Dr. Brendan Gallagher, approaches interviews as a collaborative, peer-to-peer discussion rather than a rigid Q&A. He often opens with casual, personal chat to build rapport before transitioning into professional topics. His questions move between high-level career trajectory and extremely granular clinical or business processes. A key feature is his tendency to reciprocate, sharing his own methods, drug protocols, or business experiences in response to a guest's answer, creating a rich, two-way exchange of information.

The podcast employs a mix of formats: long-form interviews with fellow dental professionals, solo Q&A sessions often repurposed from TikTok Live, and casual co-hosted conversations. The interview style is a peer-to-peer dialogue, with the host readily sharing his own techniques and opinions. Solo episodes are direct-to-camera Q&As with his audience.

Questions the host keeps coming back to

12 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.

origin

3
  1. Q.01

    Where did you do your residency and where are you practicing now?

    This is a standard opening question to establish the guest's professional background and geographic context.

  2. Q.02

    Did you open your practice right away or work somewhere else first?

    He asks this to understand the guest's early career strategy and risk tolerance.

  3. Q.03

    When did you realize you wanted to pursue oral surgery?

    Asked in solo Q&As, this question explores personal motivation and career-defining moments.

process

2
  1. Q.01

    How did you get so many Google reviews? What's your process?

    This question targets a specific, modern marketing tactic to extract actionable advice for the audience.

  2. Q.02

    How do you balance your dental practice with your side project?

    Aimed at fellow entrepreneurs, this explores time management and the logistics of juggling multiple ventures.

craft

3
  1. Q.01

    What's your specific sequence for wisdom tooth local anesthetic and extraction?

    Aimed at fellow surgeons, this question seeks to compare highly specific clinical techniques.

  2. Q.02

    Do you use a straight or a contra-angle handpiece for extractions?

    This granular question reveals a guest's specific tool preferences and the reasoning behind them.

  3. Q.03

    What's your go-to IV sedation drug cocktail?

    He asks this to compare specific clinical protocols and philosophies on patient management.

money

1
  1. Q.01

    How big is your office? How many chairs do you have?

    This question helps to quickly establish the scale and business model of the guest's practice.

industry

2
  1. Q.01

    Why do you think younger dentists aren't going to big conventions anymore?

    He poses this to explore generational shifts and controversial trends within the dental industry.

  2. Q.02

    What do you think about an all-specialty dental practice model?

    This question probes opinions on different dental business structures and the future of the industry.

advice

1
  1. Q.01

    What are your top tips for tooth extractions?

    A direct request for practical, clinical advice that provides immediate value to practitioner listeners.

Signature segments

  • · Weekly TikTok LIVE Q&A Sessions
  • · Monthly Instagram Story Q&As
  • · Dose of Dental Podcast (collaboration series)
  • · BackTeeth Boys Podcast (collaboration series)
  • · Celebrating milestones with a Guinness

Topics covered repeatedly

Oral Surgery TechniquesPractice ManagementDental MarketingCareer Advice for DentistsDental School & ResidencyDental TechnologyDSOs vs. Private PracticeIV SedationWisdom Teeth ExtractionFee-for-Service Dentistry
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are typically fellow dental practitioners and specialists, including oral surgeons, pediatric dentists, and entrepreneurs in the dental technology and marketing space. They are peers who can engage in detailed discussions on clinical, business, and industry topics.

Recent guests
  • Dr. Joe Doctora
    on Dose of Dental Podcast #242 x Dr. Gallagher's Podcast
  • Dr. Patrick Anghel
    on Dose of Dental Podcast #241 x Dr. Gallagher's Podcast
  • Dr. Mario Lucca
    on Dose of Dental Podcast #240 x Dr. Gallagher's Podcast
  • Dr. Anish Gupta & Dr. Mina Fahmy
    on Dose of Dental Podcast #239 x Dr. Gallagher's Podcast
  • Dr. Tina
    on Dose of Dental Podcast #238 x Dr. Gallagher's Podcast
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
4.6K
4,560
Avg views / video
2.2K
Trailing window
Total views
3.3M
3,286,702
Videos published
1,437
Sponsor readEstimated

Estimated: The show actively seeks sponsors, with content geared towards dental technology companies, equipment manufacturers, practice management software, marketing agencies, and financial services catering to dentists.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is Dr. Gallagher's full name and specialty?
His name is Dr. Brendan K. Gallagher, and he is an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon.
What are his credentials?
Dr. Gallagher has a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Stony Brook University and completed his residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at NYC Health + Hospitals / Bellevue.
What is the format of the podcast?
It's a mix of formats, including one-on-one interviews with dental professionals, solo Q&A sessions from social media, and casual co-hosted discussions.
Is the podcast still active?
Yes, the podcast releases multiple episodes per week.
Who should listen to this podcast?
It's intended for dentists, oral surgeons, dental specialists, and dental students who want insights into clinical techniques and the business side of the profession.
How can I sponsor the podcast?
The host is actively seeking sponsors and provides a Google Form link in episode descriptions for interested parties.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  1. [01]Dr. Brendan Gallagher, DDS - Zocdoczocdoc.com
  2. [02]Brendan K Gallagher, DDS – NPI #1588231997npiprofile.com
  3. [03]How Dr. Brendan Gallagher is Paving The Way For a Better Tomorrow - Dental Entrepreneurdentalentrepreneur.com
  4. [04]Brendan Gallagher, DDS - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
  5. [05]Dr. Gallagher's Podcast on Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
  6. [06]Brendan Gallagher - LinkedInlinkedin.com
  7. [07]About - Pre-Dent Mentor Mappredentmentormap.org
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