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
Episodes
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Nov 18, 2023 • 38min
1852: Demystifying Advanced Prosthetics
Dr. Dan Briskie and Dr. Taher Dhoon from the Colorado Surgical Institute discuss the complexities of prosthetic procedures in full arch hybrid cases, including precise implant positioning, prosthetic design, next-day prosthetic delivery, and post-operative complications. They emphasize patient education and the role of safe case discussions for learning and growth in advanced prosthetics.
Nov 17, 2023 • 22min
1851: Strategic Financial & Business Planning Pt. 2
The podcast explores topics such as leadership evaluations, team culture surveys, and monthly performance reviews. It also discusses effective meeting management and the concepts of lag and lead measures. Other topics include assessing team performance and culture, the significance of the morning huddle, and different methods for strategic planning and goal setting.
Nov 16, 2023 • 29min
1850: Strategic Financial & Business Planning Pt. 1
The podcast discusses the importance of vision planning, collaboration, and financial awareness in dental practices. It also emphasizes the impact of employee turnover and the qualities of a strong leader. Check out the TPL website for more information.
Nov 15, 2023 • 26min
1849: Decoding Dental Practice Challenges Pt. 2
In this podcast, Dr. Mark Costes and Dr. Paul Goodman discuss the importance of systemization in dental practices and provide guidance on how to start the process. They also share their positive experience with audits and acknowledge the IRS. Additionally, they explore the qualities and criteria for effective leadership in a dental practice, emphasizing clear expectations and a positive culture. They discuss how to calculate overhead and explain the concept of EBITDA, including different expenses involved and profitability calculation.
Nov 14, 2023 • 25min
1848: Decoding Dental Practice Challenges Pt. 1
In this podcast, Dr. Mark Costes discusses his transition from dental practice ownership to philanthropic work. He emphasizes the importance of systematic thinking in business operations, the concept of the 'success tax', and the significance of being equipped to handle challenges. The podcast also covers topics such as understanding KPIs, foundational principles of dentistry, and assessing the four quadrants of life. Additionally, it introduces GSD Queen, a service for finding the perfect assistant for busy entrepreneurs and business owners.
Nov 13, 2023 • 35min
1847: Software Consolidated
Join the Dentalpreneur Podcast as Jeanina Pizzano discusses the transformative impact of Carestack's software on dental practice management. Learn about the benefits of a cloud-based system, the challenges of switching software, and the importance of training and onboarding. Discover the founding and growth of Carestack, and hear about the positive experiences with the software at the Colorado Surgical Institute.
Nov 11, 2023 • 1h 16min
1846: Super GP Strategies
Learn about the journey of GPs becoming Super GPs with continuous learning and skill development. Topics covered include surgical extractions, orthodontics, implants, tissue manipulation, implant placement, sinus augmentation, dental prosthetics, and handling anatomical challenges. Building relationships with specialists, exploring dental techniques for implants and bone augmentation, and comparing in-house milling vs. outsourcing for dental restorations are also discussed.
Nov 10, 2023 • 34min
1845: Crafting A Patient Experience
Dr. Ben Kacos, a standout member of the Dental Success Institute, shares insights on sedation dentistry, patient experience, and practice growth. He emphasizes the importance of a 'yes' culture from the initial phone call, choreographed patient care, and empowering staff for streamlined case acceptance. His upcoming live training will offer attendees a comprehensive strategy to refine these practices.
Nov 9, 2023 • 44min
1844: Capturing A Company's Cultural Essence
Chris Ronzio, founder and CEO of Trainual, discusses the genesis of Trainual and the four pillars of the platform. He emphasizes the importance of capturing a company's cultural essence and explores the role of AI in content creation and knowledge retrieval. Real-world success stories showcase Trainual's versatility and impact on HR processes.
Nov 8, 2023 • 54min
1843: AI, Bioengineering & Dentistry
Dr. Mark Costes introduces Parsa Shahidi, a D4 dental student with a background in biomedical engineering and entrepreneurship. They discuss Parsa's journey from startups to dental AI, his upcoming residency at Harvard, and his passion for intertwining clinical practice with technological innovation, focusing on the potential of AI in specialties like endodontics.
