Episode 13

76 ::: From Hygienist to Entrepreneur: How Tonya Lanthier Built DentalPost and Changed Dentistry

Tonya Lanthier, founder of DentalPost, shares her inspiring journey from being a dental hygienist to becoming a successful entrepreneur with a significant business exit. Rooted in her deep care for people and an entrepreneurial spirit, Tonya reflects on the pivotal moments and challenges that shaped her journey. From flipping houses and starting a job board for dental professionals to scaling her business and navigating personal struggles like divorce, Tonya demonstrates resilience and a commitment to creating a legacy. Now focused on helping others, she’s building tools like a divorce app and mentoring women to rise stronger. Tonya’s insights on overcoming fear, embracing failure, and honoring legacy resonate deeply, inspiring listeners to pursue their own bold ambitions.

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Welcome to the Authentic Dentist Podcast.

Join Dr. Allison House of House Dental in Scottsdale and Shawn Zajas, Founder of Zana… a company helping Dentists extend their Care Beyond the Chair, as they lead dentists deeper along the journey of authenticity – to reach greater fulfillment in their professional lives and to deliver remarkable patient experiences.


At the core of the authentic dentist is the belief that the answer to the current challenges in dentistry is dentists discovering that their greatest asset and point of differentiation is their personal brand – and that forming that brand out of their authentic selves is the best strategy for success in dentistry today.

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