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What does the future of organized dentistry look like and what will it take to make membership truly valuable to dentists?

This week on Humpday Happy Hour™, the DINKs welcome Dr. Jonathan Vogel, a Dallas-based dentist, practice owner, and passionate advocate for the future of organized dentistry.

A 2018 graduate of UT Houston School of Dentistry, Dr. Vogel has been deeply involved in organized dentistry at the local, state, and national levels, including serving as an American Dental Association delegate and participating in ADA councils, committees, and task forces focused on advocacy, access to care, the new dentist experience, and the future of the profession.

In this conversation, we'll dive into some of the biggest issues facing dentistry today, including:

🦷 ADA policy, legislation, and regulation
🦷 Student debt and the new dentist experience
🦷 Access to care and the dental workforce shortage
🦷 Insurance reform and major challenges facing the profession
🦷 The value of organized dentistry and membership
🦷 Advocacy and the role of organized dentistry in major litigation
🦷 Practice ownership and marketing

Dr. Vogel also brings a unique perspective on organizational governance and financial stewardship through his role as Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee for Resource Center, a major Dallas nonprofit.

If you've ever wondered where organized dentistry is headed, or what dentists can do to help shape its future, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

📅 Wednesday, September 9, 2026
⏰ 8:00 p.m. ET
📍 Humpday Happy Hour™

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Dental conferences are about more than walking the exhibit hall and collecting CE credits. They're opportunities to learn, connect, build relationships, and stay engaged with the profession.

This week on Humpday Happy Hour™, we're joined by Dr. Troy H. Schulman, a practicing general and esthetic dentist with decades of experience in dentistry and extensive involvement in organized dentistry and continuing education.

Dr. Schulman has been deeply involved with The Hinman Dental Society for more than two decades, serving in numerous leadership roles including President in 2023 and continuing to serve in leadership today. His experience also extends throughout organized dentistry, including the Georgia Dental Association, Northern District Dental Society, and numerous professional organizations and study clubs.

In this episode, we talk about the value of dental conferences, the importance of continuing education, and what dentists can gain when they take full advantage of the opportunities these meetings provide. We'll also discuss what makes a great dental meeting and why staying connected to colleagues and the broader dental community can be just as valuable as the courses themselves.

Whether you're a conference regular or someone who hasn't attended a dental meeting in years, this conversation is a reminder of why getting out of the office and continuing to learn can be one of the best investments you make in your career.

Join us every Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. ET for Humpday Happy Hour™.

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