Dr. Bill Gregg attended dental school at UCLA. His post-graduate education includes an intensive residency at UCLA Hospital, completion of a graduate program at The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education; acceptance for Fellowship in the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD); and in 2006 he earned the prestegious Pankey Scholar.
Continuing education has always been essential in his preparation to be the best professional he's capable of becoming and to his ongoing commitment to excellence in dental care and personal leadership.
Dr. Gregg is a member of several dental associations and study groups and is involved in over 100 hours of continuing education each year.
Dr. Gregg is currently on faculty at The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education devoting 2-3 weeks each year to teaching post-graduate dental programs.
In other presentations his focus is on Leadership and includes lifestyle, balance and motivation as much as dentistry.
Active Listening Tips For Patient-Centered Care
By: Dr. Bill Gregg DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg granted permission for igniteDDS to…
Going Beyond Traditional Dentistry To Improve Dental Care
By: Bill Gregg DDSTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg granted permission for igniteDDS to share with…
Occlusal Examination: Why and How
By: Bill Gregg DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg gave permission for igniteDDS to share…
An Occlusion-Focused Hygiene Exam
By: Dr. Bill Gregg DDSTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org During an occlusion-focused hygiene exam, there are certain…
Help…My Dental Assistant is Always On Their Personal Cell Phone While On the Clock
Tackling Cell Phone Distractions in the Dental Office By: Ronda Holman Dr. Smith is preparing to see her next patient, but as she heads toward the operatory, she notices the patient has not yet been seated. Curious about the delay, she checks the sterilization area and finds her dental assistant scrolling through social media on…
Top Phone Greeting Tips for Dental Practices
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThe Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com In today’s competitive dental market, creating a lasting first impression is more important than ever. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to do this is through an excellent phone greeting. Dental practices, often preoccupied with patient care and…
Time to Look Beyond Index Funds
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Index funds have gained immense popularity in recent years, often lauded for their low fees, diversification, and ease of use. However, while they offer a straightforward investment strategy, it may be time for investors to consider alternatives that may provide enhanced returns, tailored strategies, and unique opportunities. Why Look Beyond Index Funds?…
Preventing Burnout: How to Maintain Engagement & Discipline in Your Dental Team
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach and Director of Operations, IgniteDDS In today’s demanding dental environment, burnout among dental professionals is increasingly common. As a dental leader, your team’s well-being is essential to the long-term success of your practice. Burnout impacts not only productivity but also patient care, team morale, and retention. Maintaining engagement and discipline…
Active Listening Tips For Patient-Centered Care
By: Dr. Bill Gregg DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The first step towards becoming a great clinician, who can diagnose and treat diseases is becoming an active listener. Usually, the most important things you need to know for an effective treatment come from…
The Art of Listening: Clinical Mistakes with Dr. Chad Duplantis on Dental Fuel
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Chad DuplantisEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH In this episode of Dental Fuel, our host, Dr. Tanya-Sue Maestas, sits down with Dr. Chad Duplantis, a seasoned restorative dentist based in Fort Worth, Texas. With decades of experience and a passion for technology in dentistry, Dr. Duplantis shares invaluable insights for…
Building Self-Esteem & Long-Term Commitment: How to Show Appreciation to Your Dental Team
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Coach + Director of Operations, IgniteDDS In any dental practice, the team is its core. When they feel appreciated, their self-esteem rises, confidence grows, and they’re more likely to stay long-term. Showing consistent and genuine appreciation is not just a gesture—it’s an ongoing strategy to build a committed, high-performing team. This…
A Challenging Hybrid Overdenture Case
By: Dr. Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Dentistry is a life-learning career, and everyone encounters some cases through their career that challenge their clinical skills. That’s a positive thing, it motivates us to explore more and advance our skills further,…
When to Change Financial Advisors
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Break-ups are rarely ever fun but are often necessary to help us keep moving forward. Whether firing a difficult patient or moving on from a significant other, closing one door hopefully leads to another opening. This is no different when thinking about your relationship with your financial advisor. As your needs…
Challenges & Benefits of Working in Healthcare
By: Dr. Savanah Craig Working in healthcare is challenging for many reasons. I would bet that most people in healthcare are high-achieving and have a strong desire to help others. This makes people susceptible to burnout. Dentists, however, have the added level of patient fear, distrust, and isolation to contend with. Spend enough time with…