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The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
What does it mean to become an Orthopreneur? Hi there! My name is Dr. Glenn Krieger and I believe that in today’s competitive world, the orthodontic and dental communities should be collaborative. And I've created Orthopreneurs so that we can move towards that goal together. Orthodontists are smart people. You’ve accomplished a lot to get where you are, but chances are you never got a formal education in how to run the most effective and lowest stress practice possible. Don’t sweat it! Because we’ve got your back... Being an Orthopreneur means that you’re a part of a community. A community that brings peers together to become the best clinicians and the best business owners they can be. Becoming an Orthopreneurs means you never ever need to practice alone. Join the FREE Facebook group by simply applying:https://www.facebook.com/groups/OrthoPreneurs
The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger
I Love Ortho… But 50 Years of This? Let’s Talk l 5MF
If you’ve ever felt that little itch in the back of your brain—the one that whispers, "I love being an orthodontist... but I can’t imagine doing this full-time for another 30 years"—you’re not alone. In fact, you're part of a generational shift. In this episode of 5 Minute Friday, I unpack why Orthodontic Support Organizations (OSOs) and DSOs are growing rapidly—and why that’s not a bad thing.
This isn’t about promoting any particular group. It’s about being honest with ourselves and understanding that how we want to work is changing. I’ve spoken to hundreds of orthodontists who feel exactly the way you do: deeply passionate about the profession but uninterested in grinding until age 80. Let’s explore the real reason OSO/DSO interest is surging—and how generational mindset, lifestyle goals, and future planning are all connected.
QUOTES
"The first thought you had when I said 50 years as an orthodontist was probably dread. And that’s okay. That instinct? It’s normal."
— Dr. Glenn Krieger
"If you’re between 37 and 42, you’re not thinking of retiring next year—but you are thinking about what comes next. That’s smart planning, not early exit."
— Dr. Glenn Krieger
Key Takeaways
Intro & Why This Conversation Matters (00:00)
What’s fueling the rise of OSOs and DSOs (00:36)
The generational mindset shift: Millennials don’t want the 50-year grind (01:52)
Understanding the evolution of social capital and work-life values (03:40)
What orthodontists are really telling me in their 30s and 40s (06:20)
Why now is a great time to evaluate your future options (07:00)
Additional Resources
If anything I shared today struck a chord, don’t keep it to yourself.
📩 DM me. Let's talk. You don’t have to be “ready” to make a change—just ready to explore options. Whether you’re OSO-curious, DSO-skeptical, or just unsure, I’ll give you the straight truth.
And if you know a colleague quietly wrestling with these same thoughts, send them this episode. You might be giving them the permission they've been waiting for.
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If you’ve trusted me before, trust me on this: It could change your life.
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