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The Dental Brief Podcast

Patrick Chavoustie

Giving Dentists the knowledge and advice they need to expand their dental practice’s potential.

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14:43

Revolutionizing Invisalign in Dental Practices |...

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2024/12/10

In this episode of The Dental Brief, Dr. Ingrid Murra, founder of My Two Front, shares her journey from becoming an orthodontist to revolutionizing Invisalign implementation for dental practices. She discusses the common challenges dentists face with clear aligners—like time management, patient compliance, and administrative hurdles—and how My Two Front offers a seamless solution. Discover how this innovative model helps dentists maximize profitability, reduce chair time, and provide top-tier...

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16:06

Embracing Ownership of Your Dental Career | Brandi...

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2024/12/05

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Brandi Hooker Evans as she shares transformative insights into the evolving role of dental hygienists. Discover how embracing ownership of your career, fostering teamwork, and prioritizing patient care can lead to greater satisfaction and profitability. From navigating commission-based pay models to cultivating a culture of collaboration, Brandi's practical advice and firsthand experiences offer invaluable guidance for hygienists and practice owners ...

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14:28

Transforming Oral Health and Patient Care | Dr....

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2024/12/04

Join us in this episode of The Dental Brief as we sit down with Dr. Lesley Pascoe, a seasoned dentist with 26 years of experience, former owner of multiple dental practices, and a passionate consultant and educator. Dr. Pascoe shares her inspiring journey from aspiring cardiologist to a successful career in dentistry, the challenges dentists face in balancing patient care with financial realities, and her dedication to helping children through myofunctional therapy.Discover how she transition...

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16:33

Tackling Team Challenges and Leadership Mastery | Dr....

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2024/12/03

In this episode of The Dental Brief, returning guest Dr. Mendelson dives into the pressing challenges facing dental professionals today, including team management, communication breakdowns, and tackling the overwhelm of daily practice life. Learn actionable strategies for improving team cohesion, creating clarity through structure and SOPs, and mastering delegation. Dr. Mendelson also shares insights from his leadership course, highlighting how to optimize time, handle difficult conversations...

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12:14

Revolutionizing Dental Software | Eric Giesecke | The...

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2024/11/21

In this episode of The Dental Brief, Patrick welcomes Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS, to discuss how their cloud-based software solutions are transforming the dental industry. Eric shares his unique journey from engineering to dentistry, the challenges facing modern dental practices, and how Planet DDS addresses issues like outdated systems, scalability, and patient experience. Learn how their innovative platform streamlines practice management, imaging, and patient engagement to help denta...

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13:16

Building Trust and Success in Dental Teams | Julie...

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2024/11/18

In this episode of The Dental Brief, host Patrick welcomes back Julie Parker, an internationally acclaimed dental consultant from Australia. Julie shares her inspiring journey from dental assistant to practice owner—the first non-dentist in Australia to own a dental practice—and her current mission with Dental Business Mastery, a consultancy that empowers dental teams through online courses and in-depth training programs.Julie dives into universal challenges dental practices face, such as rec...

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11:34

Embracing Holistic Dentistry | Katie Lee | The Dental...

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2024/11/07

Join us as Dr. Katie Lee shares her remarkable journey into holistic dentistry, driven by personal experiences that shaped her approach to patient care. From managing heavy debt and staffing struggles to implementing oral-systemic health practices, Dr. Lee opens up about transforming her practice to create lasting patient impact. Discover expert tips on reducing stress, building efficient systems, and exploring the future of holistic dental care. Listen in to gain actionable advice for a thri...

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15:00

Ethical Billing in Dental Practices | Brandi...

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2024/11/05

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we welcome back Brandi Hooker Evans, celebrated coach and author of Dentists, Hygienists, and Cows. As Brandi shares insights from her latest book, she dives into a challenging ethical debate facing dental practices: navigating insurance coding and maintaining honesty in patient billing. Together, she and host Patrick unravel the complexities of fee-for-service practices, the responsibilities of dental professionals, and how clear communication can align c...

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17:10

Growing Your Practice and Boosting Case Acceptance |...

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2024/10/31

In this episode of The Dental Brief, returning guest Dr. Addison Killeen shares his journey of building a thriving dental practice and dives into practical strategies for maintaining growth in today’s shifting dental market. He discusses key trends impacting patient behavior, like declining treatment acceptance, and offers actionable tips to improve patient education, financing options, and follow-up systems. Dr. Killeen also reveals the powerful role of patient experience in driving referral...

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18:56

Transforming Dental Practices: From Chairside to...

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2024/10/30

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we sit down with Dr. Brad Dykstra, a seasoned dentist and the founder of MySmiles Dental Group, to discuss his journey from hands-on practice to dental business management. Dr. Dykstra shares the insights he gained from over 40 years of experience, from his early interest in dentistry inspired by orthodontics to the shift toward building sustainable, business-oriented practices. Tune in as he covers essential topics like the critical transition from solo p...

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14:31

How Virtual Assistants are Revolutionizing Dentistry...

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2024/10/16

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we sit down with Rebecca Herring, founder of Transformational Dental Coaching, to explore how virtual assistants are transforming the way dental practices operate. With a rich background in dentistry, Rebecca shares her unique journey from being born into the dental industry to helping practices scale efficiently by leveraging offshore talent.We dive into the staffing challenges post-COVID, the importance of preventing team burnout, and the role virtual te...

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13:49

3 Major Challenges in Dentistry: Culture, Time,...

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2024/10/15

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we sit down with Michaela Hampton, a seasoned dental industry professional and founder of Go2Billing, to discuss key challenges dentists face in running a successful practice. Michaela shares her journey from dental assistant to managing practices and how her passion for people over profits has shaped her career. Tune in as she addresses critical topics like building a strong team culture, the importance of collections, and strategies to overcome the frust...

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13:40

The ROI of Training: How to Maximize Your Dental...

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2024/10/14

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we welcome Brittany Rogar, a seasoned expert in dental practice management software and founder of SKF Practice Solutions. Brittany shares her journey from working at the front desk of a dental office to becoming an authority on Open Dental software. She reveals key insights on how practices can fully leverage their management software, boost efficiency, and optimize patient care. Learn about common mistakes practices make, the importance of team training,...

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16:39

From Stagnation to Growth: A Case Study in Dental...

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2024/10/11

In this insightful episode, dental consultant Russ Ledbetter shares his expertise on how expanding your hygiene department can significantly boost your practice's production and reduce stress. With over 35 years of consulting experience, Russ discusses real-life case studies, including how one dental office doubled its hygiene team and transformed its business. He also addresses the challenges of finding hygienists in today’s market and offers creative solutions for overcoming shortages. Whet...

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13:54

How to Successfully Sell Your Dental Practice | Craig...

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2024/10/10

In this episode of The Dental Brief, host Patrick welcomes Craig Gibbowitz from Menlo Dental Transitions to discuss the complex world of dental practice transitions. From selling and buying practices to bringing in partners and associates, Craig shares insights from his 25 years in the dental industry. They dive into common challenges dentists face during transitions, the importance of early planning, and the financial and strategic options available. Whether you're thinking about selling you...

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11:56

Maximize Dental Revenue with Sleep Medicine | Chad...

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2024/10/09

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we welcome back Chad Wooters from Awaken2Sleep. Chad shares the incredible story behind the founding of Awaken2Sleep and its mission to help dental practices integrate dental sleep medicine successfully. Learn about the journey from sleep testing to coaching and how dentists can identify patients with sleep apnea, offer life-changing treatments, and even boost practice revenue.Chad discusses common pitfalls practices face when introducing sleep apnea treat...

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13:04

What if Dental Financing Could Be Easy (and...

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2024/10/08

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we sit down with Fulton Collins, CEO of WellFit, to explore how his company is revolutionizing dental financing. Fulton shares insights into WellFit's innovative approach, offering dental practices and patients a seamless solution that combines membership plans, financing options, and credit card payments—all under one platform. We dive into how WellFit simplifies the patient experience, enhances case acceptance, and improves office efficiency. If you're i...

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18:41

The Dentist's Guide to Sleep Health Transformation |...

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2024/10/07

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we're joined by Dr. Erin Elliott, a dentist and renowned speaker, to explore the fascinating world of sleep and dentistry. Dr. Elliott shares her personal journey into dentistry, initially aspiring to be an emergency room surgeon, but finding her true calling in helping patients sleep better. She discusses how sleep apnea affects more than just "old, fat men," as it's often perceived, and how dentists are on the front lines of diagnosing and treating this ...

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12:56

How to Cut Dental Supply Costs WITHOUT Sacrificing...

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2024/10/04

In this episode of The Dental Brief, we welcome back Dr. Addison Killeen for his fourth (or maybe fifth!) appearance. Dr. Killeen shares his journey from growing a dental practice to writing a series of books that solve common challenges in the industry. He dives into his latest works, including a practical guide for reducing supply costs and the Complete Dental Assisting Manual, aimed at helping practices train top-tier assistants. Dr. Killeen offers actionable advice for lowering overhead, ...

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20:01

Effective Communication Strategies for Dental Leaders...

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2024/10/03

In this episode of The Dental Brief, host Patrick welcomes back Eric Vickery, Director of Coaching at All-Star Dental Academy, for a deep dive into effective dental practice leadership. Eric shares insights on the challenges dental leaders face in getting their teams to perform consistently, emphasizing the importance of leadership as influence. They explore John Maxwell’s leadership principles and how dental professionals can develop team engagement, foster employee retention, and lead with ...

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