

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
Dental Consulting
The goal of this podcast is to assemble the greatest minds of the dental profession and to pass on their most valuable and succinct lessons, in order to help you to achieve your full potential in practice and in life. Let's face it. Dentistry can be a frustrating and isolating profession... but you don't have to be an island anymore.
It's possible to become more profitable, less stressed and more fulfilled in your career and it's our mission is to help you get there.
For a whole host of free practice building tips and resources, visit our website at TrueDentalSuccess.com
It's possible to become more profitable, less stressed and more fulfilled in your career and it's our mission is to help you get there.
For a whole host of free practice building tips and resources, visit our website at TrueDentalSuccess.com
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Jan 15, 2024 • 27min
1897: Limitless Potential Without Magic Pills
On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes (Dental Success Summit 2022) uses the film "Limitless" as an analogy to discuss achieving exceptional results in dental practice without relying on quick fixes like the fictional NZT pill. He emphasizes that there's no shortcut or magic pill for success, and the path to reaching one's full potential in business and life involves hard work, dedication, and the right strategies. Mark outlines four critical components necessary for dentists to achieve 'limitless' success in their practices: motivation, information and knowledge, framework and processes, and support and accountability. He suggests that most dental practice owners possess motivation but often lack in other areas like adequate knowledge, a structured framework, and a support system. Dr. Costes warns against common pitfalls dental practitioners face, such as hiring without fixing practice culture, investing in marketing without training staff, or pursuing advanced clinical training without addressing underlying cash flow issues. He emphasizes the importance of addressing the weakest links in their business operations, advocating for a strategic and systematic approach to improvement and growth in dental practices. For more information or to join the DSN or DSI community, visit Dental Success Network and True Dental Success. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/2024-dental-success-summit https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

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Jan 13, 2024 • 32min
1896: Full Arch Dental Procedures
The podcast discusses full arch dental procedures and the patient's experience. Topics covered include marketing for these cases, the patient's lifecycle, before-and-after visuals, the patient's emotional journey, capturing key moments like the reveal, managing patient expectations, gaining experience as a new dentist, creating memorable patient experiences, the power of capturing patient satisfaction with videos, and maximizing time and delegating tasks for business owners and clinicians.

Jan 12, 2024 • 34min
1895: Breaking Boundaries & Calculating ROI Pt. 2
Dr. Andrew Vallo and Matt Brown discuss managing multiple dental practices, focusing on HR, cash flow, patient care, operations, and leadership. They also share lessons learned since starting their own dental podcast and recommend another podcast called Dental Unfiltered. They explore marketing strategies for different types of dental practices and the importance of proximity and convenience. They also discuss opportunities for dental associates in Tampa and introduce the sponsors of the episode.

Jan 11, 2024 • 34min
1894: Breaking Boundaries & Calculating ROI Pt. 1
Dr. Andrew Vallo and Matt Brown, dental industry professionals, discuss dental entrepreneurship and advanced clinical procedures in private practice. They talk about the full-arch implant patient lifecycle, foundational strategies for implant programs, and team training for complex surgical and restorative procedures.

Jan 10, 2024 • 29min
1893: Hope for the Dental Practice Owner
On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes (Dental Success Summit 2022) discusses the financial dynamics of dental practice ownership, focusing on the profitability contrasts between efficient and less efficient practices. He explores the benefits and challenges of owning a business, highlighting autonomy, tax benefits, and potential equity gains, alongside stresses like debt and HR complexities. Additionally, Mark addresses high stress and burnout rates in dentistry, advocating for community support and self-care practices to maintain mental and professional health. For more information or to join the DSN or DSI community, visit Dental Success Network and True Dental Success. EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com/2024-dental-success-summit https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Jan 9, 2024 • 32min
1892: Advanced, Real World Tax Planning Pt. 2
This podcast episode dives into advanced tax planning strategies for dental practices, including cost segregation and bonus depreciation. It also explores the impact of IRS underpayment penalty rates and the Secure Act 2.0 on dental practice owners. Tips are shared on choosing the right CPA firm and optimizing investments while minimizing tax liabilities.

Jan 8, 2024 • 31min
1891: Advanced, Real World Tax Planning Pt. 1
Brent Saunier and Chris Sands from Profi2020 share their expertise in finance and accounting, focusing on tax strategies and financial management. They discuss the complexities and key learnings from a recent IRS audit, stressing the importance of a competent team and exceptional record keeping. The significance of clean business records, various tax strategies, and the IRS's 'Dirty Dozen' list are also explored.

Jan 6, 2024 • 39min
1890: The Lifecycle of a Full Arch Implant
On today's episode, we have Chris Richard, Dr. Dan Briskie and Dr. Taher Dhoon from the Colorado Surgical Institute (CSI) for another exciting Surgical Saturday. The trio dives into te full arch implant life cycle. Dr. Taher Dhoon, Dr. Dan Briskie, and Chris Richards have a discussion that focuses on the full arch implant patient's life cycle and how to integrate such advanced clinical procedures into a private practice. They cover starting an implant program from scratch, overcoming common challenges, and ensuring your team is well-trained for these high-end surgical and restorative procedures. The episode promises a wealth of knowledge for those looking to expand their clinical skills and services without external referrals. Don't miss out on the upcoming events from CSI. Explore and register here: https://www.coloradosurgicalinstitute.com/ EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.coloradosurgicalinstitute.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Jan 5, 2024 • 33min
1889: Effective Guerilla Marketing
Dr. Ben Kacos, a successful dental practitioner and primary DSI Black Belt coach, discusses marketing strategies including internal and external techniques. He emphasizes the importance of actively being involved in his practice and shares insights on using tangible rewards to encourage referrals. Dr. Kacos also covers unconventional marketing tactics like sponsoring local sports teams and utilizing QR codes for exclusive offers.

Jan 4, 2024 • 31min
1888: Massive Growth in a Small Urban Space Pt. 2
On today's episode, we continue exploring Dr. Urda's journey in the world of dentistry. She sheds light on the unique challenges and strategies associated with urban dental practices and how she's navigated these waters with grace and expertise. The highlight of today's talk focuses on Dr. Urda's transition to a larger facility and her evolving role within DSI, where she embraces both leadership and coaching responsibilities. This segment is especially invaluable for anyone looking to scale their practice or take on a more significant role within their organization. Missed the first part of our talk with Dr. Monica Urda? Head back to Part 1 to hear the beginnings of her fascinating journey and insights into building a successful dental practice. EPISODE RESOURCES www.smilesciencechicago.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast


