#51 Breaking the Mold: My Journey from Dental Tech to Global Innovator - Interview by Shawn Zajas

In this episode, I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Shwan Zajas—an incredible host who knows how to pull out the why behind the journey.

We talked about how I broke away from the expected path in dentistry—even going against advice to keep working as a dental technician after becoming a dentist. That choice, though controversial at the time, ended up shaping everything that came after: my perspective, my innovations, and ultimately, the creation of Digital Smile Design.

We dive into what it means to stay true to your instincts, to combine disciplines, and to think differently—even when others don’t understand your vision yet.

Huge thanks to Shwan for creating space for authentic, heart-centered conversations like this one.

If you're a dentist, a creator, or just someone forging your own path—you’ll find something in this episode.

Learn more about Shwan:

https://shawnzajas.com/