What do fighter jets, the Gulf War, and building a thriving dental practice have in common? They all taught Dr. Leslie Bonar how to turn fear into trust, exhilaration, and pride.

In the first solo episode of the Short and Sugar Free Dental Podcast, Dr. Leslie shares her remarkable journey—from becoming a dental assistant at 15 and serving as a Navy dentist to creating a patient-centered practice and beginning a new chapter at nearly 70.

Discover why dentistry is ultimately a people business, how fear can signal that something meaningful is ahead, and why retirement doesn’t mean you stop contributing. If you’re feeling burned out, searching for renewed purpose, or ready to approach dentistry differently, this episode is for you.

Life is short. Skip the sugar—and make every moment count.

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What fear have you pushed through that ultimately became a source of pride?

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What does it really take to build a successful career in cosmetic dentistry and stay true to yourself along the way?

Dr. Leslie Bonar sits down with LA/NYC cosmetic dentist Dr. Andi Miro for an honest, energetic conversation about discipline, ambition, authenticity, and the human side of dentistry. Dr. Andi shares how she turned social media into a multimillion-dollar business, why she screens patients for red flags, and how her non-negotiables help her deliver exceptional care without compromising her values.

From trusting her instincts and taking bold career risks to learning from mistakes and creating meaningful patient experiences, Dr. Andi reveals the drive behind her success...and why human connection matters now more than ever.

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Welcome to the Short and Sugar Free Dentistry Podcast with Dr. Leslie Bonar!

Short, powerful, and packed with real value for dental professionals! No fluff, no filler!

After 37 years in dentistry, Dr. Leslie is on a mission to change the conversation from “I hate going to the dentist” to “I love going to my dentist.”

Short and Sugar Free delivers actionable ideas, honest conversations, and the human side of dentistry in episodes designed for busy dental professionals who don't have an hour to spare.

From wellness, leadership, communication, and culture to the latest innovations transforming the industry, Dr. Leslie sits down with guiding leaders in this space and shares the lessons she's learned from nearly four decades in practice.

It's high-touch meets high-tech, with practical wisdom you can actually use to create raving fans, build a practice that feels uniquely yours and save time, money, and stress.

Listen in, learn fast, and fall back in love with dentistry.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Why Dentistry Needs a New Approach

00:00:14 - Meet Dr. Leslie and the Podcast

00:01:17 - What You’ll Learn and Who You’ll Hear From

00:02:01 - The Goal: Love Dentistry Again

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