In this episode of The Tooth Sleuth Podcast, Greg Essenmacher sits down with Dr. Julia L. Jackson — better known as "Extraction Jackson" — for a powerful, deeply human conversation about passion, purpose, grit, and what it truly means to love the work you do.

As a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, educator, and founder of the International Implant Institute, Dr. Jackson shares her journey of becoming one of the few female African-American OMS surgeons in the profession, navigating resistance, redefining success, and choosing clinical excellence over distraction.

This episode goes far beyond extractions. It explores:

• Why loving the procedure matters

• How education, mindset, and faith fuel growth

• The evolution from clinician to teacher and leader

• Patient experience through empathy and connection

• Finding your own path — without shortcuts

If you've ever questioned your next step, your purpose, or how to grow without losing yourself, this conversation will resonate.

• Passion as the foundation of clinical excellence

• Being a female OMS and breaking industry barriers

• Grit, determination, and staying focused on the goal

• Teaching atraumatic extractions as the gateway to implants

• The evolution from clinician to educator

• Business of dentistry vs. ownership

• Patient-centered thinking: "remember the tooth is attached to a person"

• Faith, persistence, and stepping into your calling

✔ Passion fuels mastery
✔ There are many paths to success in dentistry
✔ Clinical excellence and empathy go hand-in-hand
✔ Education empowers confidence
✔ Growth is an evolution — not a pivot

Dr. Julia L. Jackson ("Extraction Jackson") is a board-certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon, educator, and founder of the International Implant Institute. With nearly two decades of clinical experience, she is known for her passion for extractions, implant education, and empowering clinicians through hands-on and online learning.

She also provides concierge chairside surgical services and international education programs focused on clinical excellence and professional growth.

🔗 Websites:
http://intlimplantinstitute.com/

http://extractionjackson.com/

📧 Email: toothtitans@gmail.com
📱 Instagram: @socket_grafting_girl

Greg Essenmacher is the founder of GnA Consult and host of The Tooth Sleuth Podcast, where he explores the leadership, business, and human side of dentistry—helping practices improve patient experience, case acceptance, and long-term sustainability.