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Todd Doobrow is an independent Certified Financial Planner® fiduciary and founder of Curato Advisory, who has worked with dental and medical professionals, and their teams, for more than a decade.
Not only does he see the life of a dentist first-hand as his wife practices Periodontics and Implant dentistry, but he has entrenched himself in his clients’ practices with a voracious focus on financial efficiency.
He can be reached at Todd@CuratoAdvisory.com or 205.778.2020.
Why Reviewing Your Financial Plan Matters More Than You Think
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP According to an article from the Wall Street Journal, “the average person spends…
Smart Tax Moves to Make Before Year-End
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the calendar winds down, now is the time to take proactive steps…
Selling To a DSO: Yes or No?!?
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the dental industry evolves, many independent dentists are considering selling their practices…
Paying Off Student Loans Early vs. Investing: A Smart Strategy
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As a dentist, you’ve likely emerged from dental school with some amount of…
New Year’s Resolutions for Dentists: Get a Head Start Before the Year’s End
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the year winds down and we gear up for the holidays, many…
Why Dentists Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Ask for Financial Help
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP In today’s fast-paced world, dentists face numerous challenges, from human resources, to maintaining…
Time to Look Beyond Index Funds
By:Â Todd Doobrow, CFP Index funds have gained immense popularity in recent years, often lauded for their low…
When to Change Financial Advisors
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Break-ups are rarely ever fun but are often necessary to help us keep…
The Crucial Role of Psychology in Financial Planning
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Financial planning isn’t just about numbers and spreadsheets; it’s equally about understanding how…
The Importance of Year-End Tax Planning for Dentists: Maximizing Financial Health
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP “Why does my accountant tell me in March what I should have done…
What If Saliva Were Red?
By: Dr. David Rice What If Saliva Were Red? Do you remember that video from school? Depending on when you graduated, it will likely hit you differently. I was a 90’s grad so the whole Hepatitis, HIV was top of mind and made it stick with me. I’m guessing if you graduated in the last…
Prioritizing Value for Ideal Shade Matching with CompositesÂ
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org: Dr. Brady allowed permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Determine Value Before Chroma and Hue Shade matching is one of the biggest challenges for dentists when it comes to composite restoration. It requires a great knowledge of color science and playing with enamel…
Leading with Empathy & Setting Standards: Insights from Irene Iancu RRDH
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Irene Iancu RRDHEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH In a recent enlightening interview, Tanya Sue Maestas sits down with Irene Iancu to peel back the layers of her professional journey. In this episode, Irene shares invaluable leadership insights applicable across all professional landscapes. In our ever-changing world, Irene’s open-hearted conversation illuminates…
Navigating Post-Graduation: Strategies for Preventing Burnout in Dentistry
The journey beyond graduation can be fraught with challenges and pressures, such as burnout, especially for young professionals like Dr. Savanah Craig and Dr. Ronnetta Sartor. In their conversation, they tackle the crucial topic of burnout in dentistry—a pervasive issue facing many in their field. Sharing their personal experiences and proactive measures highlights the importance…
HPV and Oral Cancer: Early Detection and Prevention
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that can cause cancer later in life. Infection with this virus is very common, and almost everyone with get this virus at some point in life. Most of…
The Crucial Role of Psychology in Financial Planning
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Financial planning isn’t just about numbers and spreadsheets; it’s equally about understanding how human behaviors influence our financial decisions. Psychology plays a pivotal role in shaping how individuals perceive, prioritize, and manage their finances, ultimately impacting their financial well-being and long-term goals. We this play out in six different ways; how…
Lessons I Learned in My First Year of Dentistry
By: Dr. Savanah Craig Each year feels like it moves faster than the one before it. In the blink of an eye, 52 weeks have passed and it can be easy to miss how far you have come – unless you take the time to reflect. This year has been the first year of my…
Tongue Ties, Restricted Fascia, and Mouth Breathing
By: Dr. Soroush Zaghi, MDThis topic originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com. Dr. Zaghi granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The consequences of tongue ties, restricted fascia, and mouth breathing, are explained by a leading expert, physician, and researcher in nasal obstruction, snoring, and sleep-disordered breathing. Conversation with Dr. Zaghi on Tongue Ties, Restricted…
Ready or Not: How to Know When It’s Time to Buy a Dental PracticeÂ
By: Dr. Hannah Crowell Buying a dental practice is a significant milestone in your career as a dentist. It represents not only a financial investment but also a commitment to managing a business and caring for a patient base. Deciding when you’re ready to take this step requires careful consideration of several key factors. 7…
Help…My Dental Assistant Won’t Restock the Treatment Rooms
By: Ronda Holman My name is Ronda Holman and I have been sitting across from a dentist for a living for the last 25 years. I thought it might be time to make some written confessions about what I have been guilty of over the years and how my dentist effectively molded me into their…









