Discover dentistry's best-kept secret: how 16 dentists created an unbreakable safety net that protects practices during crises—completely free.
What happens when a dentist gets cancer mid-veneer case with six weeks of patients scheduled? Dr. Allison House reveals how her dental disability group mobilized 15 colleagues to cover the practice for two months, each sacrificing one day monthly with zero compensation. This isn't theory—it's authentic community in action.
After 18 years in this remarkable system, Dr. House shares the practical realities of creating genuine professional support networks. From navigating different clinical specialties to managing practice operations during coverage, this conversation challenges the isolated, competitive mindset plaguing modern dentistry. Instead, it offers a proven model for sustainable practice protection built on authentic relationships rather than legal contracts.
This episode exposes how good faith agreements between caring professionals create more security than traditional insurance models. Dr. House demonstrates that when dentists genuinely care about each other as a community, extraordinary support becomes possible—even when it costs time and money.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
• How 16 dentists protect each other's practices using only good faith agreements (no legal contracts required)
• The real-world logistics of covering a colleague's practice during cancer treatment—including specialty procedures and practice management
• Why compensation-free coverage actually works better than business transactions for building authentic professional community
• Practical steps for starting your own disability group, including minimum member requirements and governing document essentials
• How this model provides deeper security than traditional disability insurance by ensuring patient continuity and practice preservation
Key discussion at 7:10 about non-solicitation agreements, breakthrough insight at 14:25 about good faith vs. legal protection
ABOUT THE HOSTS:
Dr. Allison House brings 24+ years of clinical experience and ethical leadership, having served in dental association leadership while maintaining a thriving private practice focused on authentic patient relationships.
Shawn Zajas combines dental marketing expertise with authentic brilliance strategy, helping dental professionals align their practices with their values for sustainable success.
What would change in your practice if you knew 15 colleagues genuinely had your back during any crisis?
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