Shared Practices | Your Dental Roadmap through Practice Ownership
Dr. Richard Low | Shared Practices Network
A bootcamp in small business ownership and practice management for dentists, giving the new graduate a roadmap to successful practice ownership. We interview the best dentists, experts, consultants and more on our weekly show. Here's the topics we will be covering in our 8 Seasons:
1. First Years as a Dentist
2. Think Like a Business Owner
3. Money and Numbers
4. Startups, Acquisitions, and Partnerships
5. Internal Systems
6. Marketing & Growth
7. Leadership, Vision and Culture
8. Beyond Dentistry
Go to SharedPractices.com to download the 8 Season Roadmap.
1. First Years as a Dentist
2. Think Like a Business Owner
3. Money and Numbers
4. Startups, Acquisitions, and Partnerships
5. Internal Systems
6. Marketing & Growth
7. Leadership, Vision and Culture
8. Beyond Dentistry
Go to SharedPractices.com to download the 8 Season Roadmap.
Episodes
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Oct 27, 2025 • 41min
Practice Under Water with George – Scuba Steve Part 2
In Part 2 of this Practice Under Water interview, George helps Scuba Steve unpack the deeper reasons he doesn’t love walking into his practice—despite impressive growth and income. Together, they explore team alignment, systems, environment, and the foundational role of pride in private practice ownership. A candid and tactical conversation for any dentist seeking fulfillment in ownership.
Oct 20, 2025 • 44min
Practice Under Water with George – Scuba Steve Part 1
In this episode of Practice Under Water, George speaks with “Scuba Steve,” a dentist who purchased a struggling fee-for-service practice and quickly doubled production. They explore Steve’s unconventional ownership journey, his challenges with infrastructure, hiring, and practice culture, and preview key decisions about whether to stay solo or expand. A must-listen for anyone navigating the early years of ownership.
Oct 13, 2025 • 31min
Coaches Corner - Chart Merger
In this Coaches Corner, Richard and Caitlin break down everything you need to know about chart acquisitions—how to negotiate the deal, analyze if it's the right move for your practice, and operationally prepare your team for the incoming patient load. Whether you're eyeing growth or simply curious about creative acquisition models, this episode provides clarity on a complex topic.
Oct 6, 2025 • 34min
Ask George - Mastering New Patient Growth
Join Richard and George as they dive into a real-world fee-for-service case study, uncovering the secrets to boosting new patient flow, overcoming hygiene bottlenecks, and scaling without sacrificing patient relationships. If you want to transform efficiency, retention, and profitability in your practice, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!
Sep 29, 2025 • 33min
Never Miss a Call Again: AI Solutions for Dental Practices
In this insightful discussion, Richard May, VP of Business Development at Mango Voice, reveals how AI is revolutionizing dental practices. He shares how their AI phone solutions transcribe and summarize calls, ensuring no lead is missed. Richard explains the benefits of their AI receptionist, Margo, which handles after-hours calls and improves lead tracking. The conversation also touches on sentiment analysis for enhancing call quality and the struggle of human call centers, highlighting how AI is bridging the gap in dental service.
Sep 22, 2025 • 34min
Practice Under Water with George - Tom Part 2
Tom’s back—and he’s ready to take control of his schedule. George helps him ditch the dreaded Fridays, streamline his hours, and plan a smart path toward a group practice, all while keeping his sanity (and family time) intact.
Sep 15, 2025 • 41min
Practice Under Water with George - Tom Part 1
In this Practice Under Water episode, George sits down with Tom, a Canadian dentist navigating the challenges of ownership, financial pressure, and work-life balance. With high new patient flow and untapped expansion potential, Tom faces a critical crossroads: pursue group practice now or optimize his solo practice for sustainability and personal goals. This episode explores the nuanced considerations of timing, clinical growth, and long-term strategy.
Sep 8, 2025 • 40min
Ask George - Making the Right Call: Tough Decisions in Practice Ownership
In this episode of Ask George, Richard and George discuss the difficult decisions that come with dental practice ownership. They cover real-life examples of failed partnerships, premature hiring, and costly expansions, offering insights on how to navigate and recover from these challenges.
Sep 1, 2025 • 35min
Coaches Corner – How to Handle Cancellations and No Shows in Your Dental Practice
Struggling with last-minute cancellations and no-shows in your dental practice? In this Shared Practices Coaches Corner episode, Richard Low and Caitlin share proven scripts, cancellation policy strategies, and tips to train patients to respect your time. Whether you're considering broken appointment fees, patient deposits, or short-call lists, this episode delivers practical advice to protect your schedule and improve practice efficiency.
Aug 25, 2025 • 45min
From Overhead to Opportunity: The Virtual Team Revolution in Dentistry
Cory Pinegar, founder of Reach, shares his insights on revolutionizing the dental industry by hiring international virtual team members. He discusses how practices can save up to $24K per hire while enhancing team culture and patient satisfaction. The conversation reveals strategies for overcoming staffing shortages, optimizing insurance verification, and improving operational efficiency. Pinegar emphasizes the importance of outsourcing to streamline management and empower dental professionals towards profitable growth.
