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May 2024
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#310 - WOMEN WHO MAKE AN IMPACT SERIES: ...

Tarryn MacCarthy
About this episode

Karese Laguerre, a dynamo of a dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, joins Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy in this episode of the WOMEN WHO MAKE AN IMPACT SERIES series. Karese recounts her incredible journey from a simple interest in oral health to the forefront of dental innovation. Her path isn't just a tale of personal triumph, and it is also a testament to how one's passion can ripple through the field, elevating patient care and family wellness. Karese talks about balancing a multitude of interests with the demands of daily life and how setting priorities is key when ideas are boundless. She also discusses what it takes to make an impact and her definition of happiness.

Karese Laguerre, a certified Dental Hygienist and Myofunctional Therapist, founded The Myo Spot. Her practice is dedicated to transforming oral health into overall wellness. She utilizes teletherapy to assist clients of all age groups in addressing issues such as tongue ties, TMJ disorders, sleep apnea, grinding, anxiety, and a variety of breathing and orofacial dysfunctions. Karese is deeply committed to education and self-improvement, which led her to publish her book, Accomplished: How to Sleep Better, Eliminate Burnout, and Execute Goals. Outside of her global client work, she cherishes spending time with her husband and their four children.

Learn more about Karese Laguerre:
Facebook: @themyospot
IG: @themyospot
TikTok: @themyospot
The Dental Culture Con: @dentalculturecon

Show notes:
(4:55) Karese shares her experience in dentistry
(7:51) Dental Culture Con
(11:11) When she realized she needed to have a bigger impact
(13:25) What did 6-year-old Karese dream of being
(15:28) Get out of survival mode & tap into your unlimited potential.  You’re meant for more, and we’ll help you achieve it! Join the FREE three-day workshop: https://thebizofhappiness.com/meant-for-more/
(17:04) A reflection of her passion in what she does now
(19:43) What it takes to make an impact
(22:18) Moments of self-doubt and fear
(23:44) Who did Karese have to become, and how she held herself back
(27:06) What changes does she need to undergo
(29:01) What has really brought her happiness
(31:12) Where to find Karese
(31:58) What is Karese’s definition of happiness
(32:47) Outro

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