About Dentistry Forward
We're practitioners building a community where like-minded dental professionals can learn from peers who've actually implemented emerging technologies.
Our Mission
Transform dental care by bridging cutting-edge technology with practical clinical application, enabling practitioners to focus on what matters most—exceptional patient care and professional fulfillment.
Build a Collaborative Community
Connect forward-thinking dental professionals to share experiences and exchange insights on dentistry and emerging technologies.
Demystify Complex Technologies
Provide clear, actionable insights into complex concepts like practical implementation and clinical integration.
Solve Real-World Challenges
Address critical practice pain points using innovative solutions, practical implementation and measurable outcomes.
Drive Measurable Improvements
Demonstrate advanced data-driven solutions, optimize treatment planning, and enhance operational efficiency.
Elevate Patient Experience
Enhance the quality of dental care, improve patient comfort, treatment outcomes, and long-term oral health.
Promote Ethical Innovation
Ensure that technological advancement serves both practitioners and patients, maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity.
Through informed dialogue and practical exploration, we ensure dental professionals leverage emerging technologies effectively, enhance expertise, and optimize patient care in modern dentistry's evolving landscape.
Meet Your Community Facilitators
We are an independent, practitioner-focused community of professionals who understand your challenges. We combine the experience and knowledge of the dental world with the business world
Dr. Sanjeev Raj Bhatia
DDS, FDS.RCS (Eng) | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Clinical Experience:
30+ years of surgical expertise
Practice Model:
Management of multiple practices and providing oral surgery in various dental office settings
Location:
Leesburg, Virginia
Specialization:
Digital integration and practice management
Dr Bhatia provides specialty services across multiple practice environments, witnessing firsthand the challenges and successes of technology implementation based on how different practices approach technology integration and innovation. His diverse experience spans large group practices to solo operations, enabling him to understand the varying challenges and opportunities that different practice models face when implementing new technologies. He brings extensive clinical experience and a passion for evidence-based adoption of technology and provides an invaluable perspective on practical technology adoption. With a focus on digital dentistry and AI applications, he bridges the gap between cutting-edge research and practical implementation in everyday practice. His commitment to peer education and collaborative learning drives our research methodology.
"I see how differently practices approach technology—some thrive, others struggle. The successful ones aren't necessarily the biggest or richest. They're the ones who learned from other practitioners who'd been there first."sbhatia@dentistryforward.ai
Brad Scheller
Technology Management Consultant & Educator
Education:
Wharton BS Economics, Harvard MBA
Experience:
40+ years strategic management consulting
Location:
New Haven, Connecticut
Teaching:
Graduate business courses in new ventures & product development
With over 40 years of experience in strategic management, technology innovation, and implementation, Brad has worked with organizations ranging from IBM, Johnson & Johnson, Citibank, The World Bank, the IMF, KPMG, Times Mirror, and many more, as well as numerous successful startups. Brad specializes in helping organizations improve operations and valuation. His extensive background in strategy and technology implementation across various industries provides valuable insight into what works and what doesn't when integrating new technologies into established business operations. His expertise in business process reengineering, technology utilization, and strategic planning brings a systematic methodology to dental practice innovation. He leads our tool development initiatives and manages our community platform.
"I've seen hundreds of technology rollouts. The failures aren't usually about the technology—they're about implementation. That's why peer learning works when vendor training doesn't."bscheller@dentistryforward.ai
Our Approach
At Dentistry Forward, we believe that the future of dental care lies in the thoughtful integration of emerging technologies with time-tested practices. Our methodology ensures dental professionals leverage emerging technologies effectively, enhance expertise, and optimize patient care in modern dentistry's evolving landscape.
Traditional Vendor Approach
Sales-driven presentations focused on features and capabilities with limited real-world context
Our Peer Learning Model
Evidence-based discussions centered on practical implementation and actual practice outcomes
One-size-fits-all Solutions
Generic recommendations without consideration of practice size, specialty, or workflow
Customized Implementation
Tailored guidance based on specific practice characteristics and professional goals
Limited Post-Purchase Support
Minimal ongoing assistance after technology acquisition
Continuous Learning Community
Ongoing peer support, troubleshooting, and optimization strategies
The Difference?
You're learning from doctors who've spent their own money, faced their own mistakes, and figured out what actually works in real practices.
Independent & Unbiased
We don't sell technology. We facilitate learning.
Practitioner-Driven
Content comes from real implementations. Experiences, not vendor messaging.
Ongoing Support
This isn't a one-time event. It's a community.
Ready to Transform Your Practice?
Join forward-thinking professionals reshaping oral healthcare's future.
Join Our September 19th Symposium