The Chief Psycho Podcast

Rooted in Purpose

Jonathan Bonanno / Dr. Sonya Dunbar Season 4 Episode 5

In this episode of the Chief Psycho Podcast, we sit down with the unstoppable Sonya Dunbar, better known as The Geriatric Toothfairy. With over 30 years of experience in dentistry, Sonya’s career spans clinical work, entrepreneurship, public speaking, and advocacy—particularly for elder oral health and access to care.

Sonya opens up about her journey from Navy Veteran to nationally recognized thought leader, sharing how she built Mobile Dental Xpress, co-founded the National Mobile & Teledentistry Conference, and became a powerful voice for aging populations in dentistry.

We go deep on:

  • The barriers to oral health in long-term care
  • What it means to build mission-driven businesses
  • How mindset, movement, and mentorship are at the core of sustainable leadership
  • And what keeps her “rooted in purpose” despite every obstacle

This is more than a career conversation—it’s a masterclass in living boldly and serving fully.

🔗 Learn more about Sonya at https://sonyadunbar.com

Alright, podcasters—that’s a wrap on this episode of The Chief Psycho Podcast! If you got something out of today’s convo, do me a favor—share it, tag us, and keep the conversation going.

Remember, entrepreneurship isn’t just about the grind—it’s about the growth. Stay bold, stay human, and keep pushing the limits.

Catch you next time. Until then—keep it psycho.

@thechiefpsychopodcast @thechiefpsycho

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