Daily Dental Podcast

In this episode, Dr. Killeen kicks off a 5-week series to help you systemize your dental practice—one simple step at a time. Today’s focus? Vision. Before you build systems, you need to know what you're building toward. Take a few quiet minutes to reflect on what you really want from your practice, then write it down. This small step sets the stage for everything to come.

What makes your practice special? What makes patients rave about your business? And how can we as dentists, pull on the ideas stolen from other industries?In this episode with Dr. Lior Tamir, he and Dr. Killeen discuss the ideas formed throughout their times in different industries, focusing on fantastic cues experience and how we can create more special moments our dental practices. For more information about Dr. Addison Killeen, visit: www.addisonkilleen.com or interact with him on a daily basis at www.DentalSuccessNetwork.com

In the Dental Success Network and Dental Success Institute, hitting black belt status means achieving 50% take-home revenue as a practice owner. But how do you get there? Today, Dr. Killeen breaks down the key overhead targets—from staff costs to supplies and labs—that make this level of profitability possible. If you’re not at 50% yet, don’t worry. Tune in for practical steps to optimize expenses, improve efficiency, and move closer to financial mastery in your practice!

Dental injuries can happen in an instant—from a simple chipped tooth to a full-blown jaw fracture. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a real-life trauma case and breaks down how dental teams can be prepared for these unpredictable emergencies. Do you and your team know exactly what to do when a patient calls with a knocked-out tooth? Tune in for key strategies, must-have supplies, and best practices to handle dental trauma with confidence.

Building a systemized dental practice can feel like chipping away at solid rock—slow, exhausting, and sometimes discouraging. Today, Dr. Killeen shares the story of Robber’s Cave in Lincoln, NE, and how one man’s relentless effort to dig it out mirrors the journey of practice ownership. Progress may be slow, but with the right tools, you can speed it up. Tune in to hear how persistence pays off and how DSN resources can help you break through faster!

Growth doesn’t happen by accident—it happens through feedback. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down feedback loops and how they shape everything from your practice’s performance to your team’s success. Are you getting the right data? Are you responding to it effectively? Learn how to harness feedback loops to make better decisions, improve systems, and keep your practice moving forward.

Making big decisions—whether in your dental practice or personal life—can be intimidating. But what if you could turn fear into a tool for better choices? Today, Dr. Killeen dives into fear-setting, a powerful exercise that helps you break down worst-case scenarios, manage risks, and move forward with confidence. Tune in to learn how this simple mindset shift has led to some of her biggest wins.

Can a dentist opt out of being a leader? Not really. Whether you embrace it or not, your team looks to you for guidance, direction, and the example of how things should be done. Today, Dr. Killeen breaks down why leadership isn’t about personality—it’s about responsibility. You don’t have to be the loudest in the room or the most outgoing, but you do have to be present, set clear expectations, and lead by example. Tune in to learn why stepping into your leadership role—on your own terms—makes everything in your practice run smoother.

Leadership isn’t just about setting goals—it’s about meeting the deeper needs of the people who rely on you. Today, Dr. Killeen breaks down Gallup’s four essential traits of great leaders: Trust, Compassion, Stability, and Hope. Whether you’re leading a dental practice, a family, or a community, these qualities make all the difference. Tune in to learn how to build trust, create stability, and inspire hope in those around you.

We spend more time with our coworkers than almost anyone else—so are they lifting you up or draining your energy? Today, Dr. Killeen dives into the impact of workplace relationships and why surrounding yourself with the right people can make all the difference. From building a team that fuels growth to making small shifts in workplace dynamics, this episode is all about creating a work environment that adds to your life, not just your schedule.