CAD/CAM milling technology including CEREC is dying on the vine. The march to 3D printed crowns is underway and if you get in on the front end of the bandwagon, you can save tons of overhead on your lab bills. There are 3 Big Ways to 3D print crowns right now. Listen up and catch the wave of the future before most dentists know what hit them. Go to…

Some of the things dentists rave over as they add 3D Printing to their practice are really cool, but don't exactly move the needle when it comes to ROI. Then, there are a small few that pay the way for everything else the super techy nerd gene that all dentists have (myself included). Today we're going to talk about the procedures that will pay off…

You realize you need to start 3D printing. You're busy. We're all busy. But... You realize you need to start 3D printing for all the amazing reasons you're hearing and reading about. What is the easiest and simplest way to start from absolute zero? Here are the 3 simplest ways to start printing and realize the power of what it can open in your prac…

Case acceptance and case presentation problems are rampant in our profession. Is it us or is it the patients who get in the way of them getting optimal care? Maybe it's a little bit of both, but luckily things are getting easier. 3D Printing can break down some of the biggest barriers that cause "empty chair" syndrome. After you listen to this epis…

Will we, won't we... Are we going to have a recession, who knows? The "Experts" all say we will. But, most dentists I know haven't seen it yet. Still, if there was a way to improve your practice overall while securing your practice in the case that we MIGHT have a recession. Well, that's what I call a no-brainer. We've talked in the past about the …

3D Printing can be expensive enough when you're first getting started. Why not use FREE software if it's just as good? We think so, too, and this episode is dedicated to helping you make good and informed decisions as you start your 3D printing journey. Visit us at www.3dpa.org for more 3D printing resources and to claim a copy of the checklists we…

Same Day Service has been a buzzword in dentistry since the early days of the CEREC and milled crowns. Until 3D Printing burst onto the scene in 2020, most dentists didn't feel like things like same day starts for clear aligners or dentures were possible. Everything is changing rapidly and here are 3 ways 3D printing can make same day dentistry a r…

I'm not only talking about only lowering overhead or reducing the need for more staff, I'm talking about making the quality of your practice better. Here are 3 ways 3D printing will do that. Go to www.3DPA.org to get 3 FREE checklists for our Top three 3D Printing Procedures we use everyday in my practice. Watch this episode on YouTube here: https:…

Dentistry is always changing, but 3D Printing is speeding that up fast. Learn 3 procedures that dentists do everyday that will be so impacted, that they will be changed forever... And sooner rather than later. Go to www.3DPA.org to get FREE checklists for our Top 3 3D Printing Procedures we use everyday in my practice. Watch this episode on YouTube…

There is a ton of buzz around the topic of 3D printing in dentistry today. 3D Printing opens the doors to ways that 3D Printing can help any dentist. If you're just now starting your journey, or you are just now realizing there is something to this, don't worry... You're not too late! Here are 3 Big Reasons 3D Printing can positively impact you and…

A quick update on the No Surprise Act from the ADA and, then... The main event. An article from a hygienist explains how we can keep hygienists happy. That way they won't quit and cut off the lifeline of the practice and such. Every dentist should hear this one and then read the article for themselves. You really don't want to miss this one!…

Once again, dentists are caught in the crosshairs of more regulation. While it seems it could have been worse, all of us will likely have to change some of our ways to stay on the right side of the law. On today's Dental Headlines Show, we will discuss: Which (Very Few) Dentists are Exempt The Most Likely Area You Will Be Affected What Seems Like t…

Dentistry in the News: January 7th, 2022 WHO finally recognizes SDF. What's on 2nd. I dunno who's on 3rd. AI is coming and where is Will Smith when you need him to fight a robot? Dropping PPOs is always a good idea apparently... Duh Bonus points if you know what POSA is and what to do when you see it. The alphabet squad explains why mobile and tele…

Dr. Tom Larkin is a professor and a private practitioner. He has been screaming (well, not screaming, he's pretty soft-spoken) from the rooftops for years that we had to change the way we operated because it was just a matter of time before our profession would be changed forever. Enter COVID19. If we want to re-open and get back to any type of pre…

When this crisis if over, we must Restore our Practice, Remake our Systems, Rebuild our Dreams, and Reclaim our Future. Note: you can watch this video in our Facebook group here In 2013 I faced a similar crisis when my practice burned down overnight. This lecture details the exact steps I took then to rebuild my practice This is your opportunity an…

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Jerry Jones and Dr. Chris Griffin unveil the #1 way to rescue dental practices under assault using memberships among other brilliant ideas. Recently Jerry Jones released the shocking 6th edition of the State of Dentistry. He has researched every aspect of the current dental economy and interviewed the very best in our field. His conclusions are sta…

The Dynamic Duo of Erin Elliott and Tarun “T-Bone” Agarwal is fighting the status quo of how to practice and how to learn better than Batman and Robin teamed up to fight crime. Just exchange Raleigh, North Carolina for Gotham and you get the idea. Nestled in the Appalachians is one of the hottest learning centers in America and it’s not by accident…

Elijah Desmond is the dental Super-preneur whirlwind who is famous, not for being a hygienist, or for co-founding DentalHub 360, or for co-founding Smiles at Sea, or Driven Dental Marketing…. Those things are cool and all, but Desmond is famous for being just a tremendous human being. This was evidenced over the holiday when I saw his video about h…

Today we interview Dr. Nathan Ho, new patient expert with a specialty in getting tons of amazing ‘real’ reviews. This is quickly becoming the number 1 way to get patients at a reasonable cost. You can watch part one of this awesome interview on his Facebook Group, Dental Win Win. You can also watch the Video Podcast of this interview on our new You…

We’re back with Chris Moriarity, productivity specialist and overall great guy. In this episode Chris shares how he would approach the problem that I have been having lately…. Low Case Acceptance. No guys, it’s nothing to be ashamed of. You just have to roll up your sleeves and solve the problem. Chris breaks me down and then builds me up. You’ve g…

Dr. Emily Letran is someone special in our profession. An immigrant from Vietnam, she has become a true leader in dentistry and an inspiration for women dentists everywhere. Her story is a tear-jerker, but the way she has conquered life step-by-step will leave you looking for her name on seminar stages all around. Listen in and you will learn how s…

Chris Moriarity has worked with enough dentists by now that he knows that massive hyper-production is not the only important statistic. He also helps solo and private practicing dentists find out what makes them happy in their profession. Of course he knows how to make their production numbers rain down if that’s what they want. Here’s part 1 of a …

We caught up with a true Stand Out Dentist, Dr. Ron Receuver of Louisville, Kentucky. He totally transformed the way he practices over the past decade to become the go-to guy when locals think of dental implants in that area. If you want to learn how to stand out as an implant dentist or just to transform your practice period, you should pay close …

One of the biggest questions that I keep hearing is, “When Can I Safely Retire?” Well, if you have had that thought rolling around in your head, today is your lucky day. Jerry Jones is a practice owner and a dental marketing coach extraordinaire for over a decade. He has also been hearing that a lot lately and I sat down with him to see what best p…

Dr. Mark Costes is the founder of multiple dental practices and also of the wildly successful Dental Success Institute. Today, he gives his unique experiences to answer questions about dentists and their path toward growth and retirement. In this episode you will learn: The things you MUST get right if you even want to consider owning multiple prac…

A 4th generation CEO is breaking traditions and breaking the mold of the way that dental supply companies communicate with today’s dentists. Julie Charlestein reveals the cutting edge ways that she is steering her company, Premiere Dental, into the next frontier of interactive patient treatment alongside a new generation of dentists who value colla…

Dr. Jason Luchtefeld is changing the face of one of the most famous dental conferences in the U.S. He joins us to discuss how the Dentaltown Townie meeting is staying ahead of the times and how they are innovating next year’s event to stay relevant with the changing tastes of today’s dentists. Dr. Luchtefeld also reveals how the Townie is not only …

Walt Disney and Steve Jobs Inspired the Most Amazing Team Bonus System in History. Learn how you can convert it to your dental practice to motivate and reward your dental team WITHOUT creating a monster, runaway bonus system that will eventually wreck your practice and make everyone miserable. In this episode you will learn: How to identify a Death…

Season 2 Premiere – Our new direction will be 2 fold. First, we want to draw attention to the declining popularity of Live CE and to promote the 7 reasons why it is an integral part of our profession that we cannot let die. Secondly, we want to re-commit to our belief that a motivated, happy dental team will always outperform teams that aren’t enth…

We’ve come to the Season 1 Finale and it has been quite a ride. As we finish this year I wanted to make sure that everyone listening understood that moving forward, this show will be focused on the Solo, Private General Practitioner. Along those lines and following up on the 7 Big Problems we talked about last episode, today’s episode will focus on…

It is true that we are members of one of the greatest professions on the planet right now. It is also true that anxiety is growing about our future. Today, I address a question that has become all too frequent at my seminars, “What is the Biggest Problem Facing Dentistry Today and How Can We Solve It?” After putting a lot of thought into that quest…

One of the first line items to get blamed when things aren’t going all that well in your practice is your office overhead. While there are many instances where Overhead is the culprit, the way that dentists look at overhead and how to attack it, often overlooks the most effective ways to cure the disease. Today we dive into some of the less obvious…

It you are victim of the “Chronic Cancellation Disorder” this episode is for you. We are NOT going to tell you we can solve this problem for you! Instead, we have a very unique way of dealing with the issue that is a complete Win/Win for you and the patients. Listen up and we’ll reveal this Strategy Step-by-Step. In this Episode you will Learn: Our…

Running late is one of the Top 3 causes of Doctor stress and burnout in the U.S. While it is truly impossible to KNOW exactly how long each appointment will take, it is very possible to control a schedule in a way that allows for speed, efficiency, quality, and staff happiness. Today we will discuss several tools that if employed can solve 80% of D…

What if there were a way you could harness all that chaos, visualize the path of highest productivity with the least stress, and create a Workflow that allowed you to create a lifestyle that was ideal in every way: money, time off, happiness, fulfillment…. There is and it’s the concept of Visualized Workflow. In this episode you will learn: The 3 W…

Dental practices have been attempting to go completely digital for the last decade. It is a HUGE challenge. Today we discuss how we created a Hybrid Model that not only solved our ‘digital’ problem, but also solved the communication problem between the clinical and front office team members. In this episode you will learn: How Solving the Digital P…

The 7 Deadly Wastes are paramount in any profitable production system in the world. In this episode we will delve into the 7 Wastes that Kill Dental Practices and Eat Away at Their Profits from the Inside Out. Learn how to Destroy these Internal Rots and You Will Be Well on Your Way to Creating a Profitable Practice Powerhouse. In this Episode You …

Today we flood the airwaves with the Ultimate Dental Productivity System that was crafted as a direct result of the careful application of Asian Efficiency principles from the LEAN Management Theory into the American Private Dental Practice. Some call this the Samurai Production System because it cuts out all the waste associated with most offices …

Our Special Guest Penny Reed and I share our formula of how we became recognized in this elite club and how we think you should begin your journey to becoming an in-demand dental speaker, author, and expert if you have an interest in cracking into dentistry’s most inner circle, the Speaking Circuit. With over 35 combined years of experience in the …

We all know that without the Doctor or the Patients, no treatment can exist. I contend that without a sound team of fun, hard-working, motivated, and upbeat team members, neither the Doctor, now the Patient can have an outstanding visit to the practice. The Dental Team is THE KEY to unlocking happiness in all aspects of your office life. Today, we …

Years of searching led me to a discovery that changed the way we view every single action involving the pursuit of practice growth and happiness. The answer to Ultimate Practice Success is not found on some remote mountaintop in a monastery or in a tiny cabin in an inaccessible swamp. The true secret to solving the riddle that has eluded so many de…

This week we share a couple of really big success stories. One of my former coaching clients was the epitome of a stressed out dentist for years before he discovered how getting more productive led him to such great increases that he could go to 3 day weeks. He even had so much free time on his hands that he took up serious tournament bass fishing.…

The Butterfly Effect is very real and very misunderstood leaving most dentists unaware that they have just shot a hole in the middle of their production goals without even realizing it. Solving this mysterious phenomenon cures most ills. This week we continue down the path we started in episode 9 from our Live presentation from OKC. This should be …

We finally caught up with the man in charge of one of the fastest growing enterprises in one of the fastest growing industries in the country, John Lee Dumas. John is the creator of the EO Fire franchise, short for Entrepreneur on Fire, which shot to the top of the podcasting industry a couple of years ago and has since expanded out into many diffe…

Recently I traveled to Oklahoma City to deliver my new lecture, Simple Practice Breakthroughs. The topic of the lecture was just that, a history of how I tackled seemingly complex problems that popped up in my practice and how we solved them as a practice team. In this opening monologue I opened up and revealed lots of little insider tips that had …

The only superpower I know I have is to make more mistakes than the average dentist. All successes and recoveries after those mistakes happened as a direct result of the analysis of those mistakes and the redoubling of efforts to make those mistakes right moving forward. The purpose of this episode is to save all of you years of frustrations and gi…

After hundreds of hours of dental implant CE, I stumbled upon the most secretive and powerful hands-on training ever. In this episode I chronicle how I performed 4 of the most challenging surgeries I have ever attempted and learned 10x more than I ever have in one course. You should put this course on your bucket list if you want to become a true i…

Incentives can be very powerful, yet they also undermine virtue if not planned out carefully. Since we always strive for a Kaizen Culture where every action makes the world or practice a better place, we must burst the myth of the one-size-fits-all Bonus System once and for all. The examples of Bonuses Gone Bad should scare even the most confident …

There is 1 Thing you can do to solve 99% of your problems, but it may not be what you think. One of the inherent challenges of practice is the shear number of moving parts we have going on in any given day. That coupled with our culture of celebration of multi-tasking has steered us in the complete wrong direction in terms of our best practice when…