Everyday Oral Surgery Leveling Up: Implant CE for GPs and the Mindset of an Oral Surgeon (with Dr. Julia Jackson)
“Quitters never win, and winners never quit.” It’s more than a catchphrase for Dr. Julia Jackson—it’s the mindset that has defined her career. Today’s episode of Everyday Oral Surgery spotlights the pioneering oral and maxillofacial surgeon as she reflects on her demanding training and her experience as the first African-American woman in her specialty to practice in Virginia. She shares the importance of “thinking outside the socket,” a philosophy that led her to found the International Implant Institute to provide continuing education for general dentists. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Jackson emphasizes persistence and resilience, encouraging students and residents to stay committed to their goals despite systemic or personal challenges. Tune in to hear about her journey to becoming an OMS, the impact of launching the International Implant Institute, why fear should never stand in the way of serving others, and her advice for aspiring surgeons. Thanks for listening.
Key Points From This Episode:
- A brief history of Dr. Jackson’s training, background, and current practice setup.
- Two important lessons Dr. Jackson learned in her internship.
- Her journey as the first African-American practicing female oral surgeon.
- Thinking outside the socket: Dr. Jackson shares about the International Implant Institute.
- The key benefits Dr. Jackson gains from the International Implant Institute
- She sheds light on the truth of teaching general dentists to do implants.
- Limits and boundaries, and the importance of patient selection when thinking of doing an implant.
- Dr. Jackson shares advice for young potential surgeons trying to find their way.
- Two best words to hold on to: Don’t quit!
- Leave perfectionism behind.
- Where to learn more about the International Implant Institute.
- Dr. Jackson fires back her answers to the rapid-fire question round.
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Dr. Julia Jackson on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-julia-jackson/
Dr. Julia Jackson on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/socket_grafting_girl/
International Implant Institute on Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/people/International-Implant-Institute/61561700447527/
Dr. Julia Jackson on Email — toothtitans@gmail.com
International Implant Institute — https://intlimplantinstitute.com/
Training Ivy: How to Become the First Practicing Female African-American Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Commonwealth of Virginia — https://www.amazon.com/Training-Ivy-African-American-Maxillofacial-Commonwealth/dp/1530927218
Temple University — https://www.temple.edu/
Howard University — https://howard.edu/
Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential — https://www.amazon.com/Burn-Boats-Overboard-Unleash-Potential/dp/0063325616
White Lotus — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt13406094
Everyday Oral Surgery Website — https://www.everydayoralsurgery.com/