2151: From Adversity to Impact

On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes joins Julieanne O'Connor and Michael Keeter to share his extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming a successful entrepreneur, philanthropist, and dental industry leader. Mark reflects on overcoming childhood learning challenges, a life-changing accident that sparked his passion for dentistry, and the resilience it took to earn his spot in dental school after 21 applications. He also discusses founding Smile Outreach International, a nonprofit bringing dental care to underserved communities worldwide, and how his experiences in business, family, and personal development have shaped his mission to leave a legacy of impact. EPISODE RESOURCES https://influentialdentists.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast