The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes 2379: The Truth About Dental Success They Don't Teach in School
Nov 13, 2025
Dr. Mark Costes shares his transformative journey from dental school rejection to building a successful dental empire. He discusses the hidden burdens of burnout and stress in dentistry and emphasizes the importance of business skills not taught in school. With insights on financial literacy and efficient practice management, he outlines pillars for a thriving practice and introduces his "Four Futures" framework for balanced success. Mark's real-life comparisons highlight the significance of efficiency over mere production, making a compelling case for mindful practice ownership.
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From 20 Rejections To Gratitude
- Mark Costes was rejected 20 times before getting into dental school and vowed to never take the degree for granted.
- That struggle shaped his gratitude and long-term drive in dentistry.
Surgeries Revealed System Failures
- Mark Costes showed his spine scans and explained he had two spinal surgeries from dental posture strain.
- He took only eight days off total because poor practice systems forced him to keep producing.
Make Dentistry Optional
- Design your practice so clinical dentistry becomes optional and you can choose your workload.
- Build systems that let the business support your family without your hands in the chair.
