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The Bagel Method: Kyle Summerford on Smarter Systems for Dental Office Managers
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What do dental office systems have in common with a bagel? More than you think.
In this episode, Linda Kane sits down with Kyle Summerford—founder of Dental Office Managers Connect and a seasoned dental leader with 20+ years of real-world experience—to unpack his signature “Bagel Method.”
Whether you're overwhelmed by too many hats, struggling to lead your team, or just looking for a smarter way to streamline daily chaos, Kyle’s practical approach is built for real-world dental offices—especially the ones short on time and staff.
You’ll learn:
- What the Bagel Method is and how to apply it to your patient journey
- Why most office systems fail—and how to simplify them
- How office managers can lead with confidence, not burnout
- The power of servant leadership (and why it’s often missing)
- Why community and self-awareness matter more than titles
This one’s for every office manager, team leader, and practice owner who’s ready to ditch the overwhelm and build systems that actually work.
📌 Resources
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🤝 Connect with Kyle Summerford
🌐 Website: https://www.dentalofficemanagers.com/
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Dental Office Rescue (00:00:00)
2. Kyle's Journey in Dentistry (00:02:20)
3. The Importance of Community in Dental Practices (00:05:32)
4. Understanding the Bagel Method (00:08:09)
5. Leadership Challenges in Dental Offices (00:12:58)
6. The Concept of Servant Leadership (00:20:46)
7. The Importance of Servant Leadership in Dental Practices (00:21:32)
8. Navigating Staff Shortages and Training Challenges (00:24:34)
9. Emotional Toll of Working in Dental Offices (00:28:23)
10. The Landscape of Private Practice vs. DSOs (00:32:28)
11. Self-Awareness and Reflection in Dentistry (00:39:48)
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