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The Dentists Show | Advice for Dentists

Chase Davis and Ryan Bushman: The Dentists Show

Are you frustrated with dentistry and feel like you made the wrong career choice? We are 2 dentists that grew 1 dental office into 7 dental offices doing over 23 million. We share how we did it, crazy stories, and things we wish we knew as we have been on our journey Listen in to The Dentists Show to be entertained, learn new practice-building techniques, and let us help you love dentistry!

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49. Dental Students: Don’t Buy the Hype (Or the Shiny...

The Dentists Show | Advice for Dentists ·

2025/09/15

Stepping out of dental school and into real-world dentistry can feel overwhelming. Shiny technology, leadership pressures, debt, and the weight of patient care — it’s a lot to handle. In this episode of The Dentists Show, Chase and Ryan get real about what matters most for dental students and new grads. Chase shares insights from speaking to a room of over 200 dental students, answering their burning questions about affording tech, buying equipment, and stepping into leadership roles. The takeaway

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48. What Dentists Can Learn From “Mid Months” (And...

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2025/09/08

Not every month is a record-breaker. Not every month is a disaster. Some months just… are. In this episode of The Dentists Show, Chase and Ryan talk honestly about what they call the “mid months” — those stretches where production is okay, collections are fine, but nothing feels exciting. Instead of brushing past them, they argue that mid months are where true leadership shows up. These are the moments to sharpen your tools, reset your team, and create momentum for the future. They share stories of

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47. Work-Life Balance Is a Lie: What Dentists Should...

The Dentists Show | Advice for Dentists ·

2025/09/01

If you’ve ever felt guilty about not having the “perfect” balance between work, family, and life, this episode will hit home. Chase and Ryan dig into the myth of work-life balance and why chasing it is a guaranteed way to stay frustrated. They talk about the real grind of dentistry, the constant tug-of-war between clinic life and family life, and how the idea of “balance” sets up unrealistic expectations. Instead, they introduce a different framework — thinking in seasons. Sometimes it’s a season of

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46. Patients Say the Wildest Things: Tales From the...

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2025/08/25

If you’ve ever wondered what dentists really want to say to patients, this episode is your backstage pass. Chase and Ryan spill on the bizarre, hilarious, and downright unbelievable stories that happen in the operatory. From late arrivals to wisdom tooth meltdowns to the patient who… well… didn’t make it to the bathroom — this one’s a rollercoaster. This isn’t clinical. This is real life in dentistry — the stuff you only talk about behind closed doors. What You’ll Hear in This Episode The breakfast

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45. Celebrating Wins, Managing Dips, and Building...

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2025/08/18

In this episode of The Dentist Show, Ryan and Chase dive into the realities of running dental practices through highs and lows. Fresh off one of their best Julys ever, they reflect on why great months can sometimes be followed by challenging ones—and what leaders can do to soften the blow. The conversation explores: Why summer months aren’t always “slow season” anymore How fear of failure can be both a motivator and a trap The psychology of loss vs. gain (why patients accept treatment when framed

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44. Red Flags vs. Growing Pains: How to Spot,...

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2025/08/11

If you’ve ever felt like your practice is running you instead of the other way around, this episode’s going to hit home. We’re diving into a real and raw conversation about the messy middle of growth—when the numbers look good on paper, but behind the scenes, the pressure is relentless. In this episode, we open up about the hard realities of scaling multiple practices, the mental toll it can take, and the key lessons we’ve learned about sustainable growth. From understanding what your team really

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43. Burnout, Boundaries, and Building a Better...

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2025/08/04

Let’s be honest—if you’ve ever built a business, you’ve likely felt the pull of just one more thing. Just one more late night. One more patient. One more office. In this solo episode, I’m laying it all out: what led me to the edge of burnout, what I’ve learned about healthy limits, and why I’m drawing a line in the sand when it comes to how I lead and live from now on. This episode isn’t about whining. It’s about waking up. I’ve been running at 100 miles an hour, trying to be everything to everyone,

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42. Startup Reality Check: Chase Grills Ryan on What...

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2025/07/29

In this episode, Chase puts Ryan in the hot seat to break down the emotional rollercoaster of launching their latest dental startup. From unpredictable days to unexpected wins, this is the raw debrief most practice owners never share out loud. Starting a new dental office is rarely what you think it’s going to be. Chase takes on the role of interviewer in this week’s episode, asking Ryan to reflect honestly on the chaos, confusion, and surprises of their newest startup. Ryan opens up about how

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41. Did You Grow or Just Repeat? The Q2 Wake-Up Call...

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2025/07/21

Quarterly numbers are in… but the real question isn’t what the spreadsheets say—it’s whether your practice actually grew. In this raw and real episode, Chase and Ryan unpack the wins, losses, and loops from Q2 and challenge you to stop repeating the same cycle and finally move the needle. In this no-fluff, behind-the-scenes episode, Chase and Ryan reflect on Q2's performance across their dental practices. Spoiler: it wasn’t all sunshine and profit margins. From an explosive April to a painful May

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40. What They Don’t Tell You About Buying Your First...

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2025/07/14

If you're thinking about buying your first dental practice—or already deep in the process—this episode is a must-listen. Chase and Ryan are pulling back the curtain on what really happens when you make that first purchase. Spoiler alert: it’s not all clean numbers and smooth transitions. From team dynamics to misleading seller promises, they share the gritty, honest truths most brokers won’t tell you. They even bring ChatGPT into the mix to compare AI advice with real-world experience—and spoiler:

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39. Ryan’s Sedation Nightmare and What He Learned

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2025/07/07

In this raw and relatable episode of The Dentists Show, Ryan opens up about one of the most stressful sedation cases he’s ever faced—a situation that pushed him to his edge as a dentist and leader. What started as a routine All-On-X procedure under IV sedation turned into a chaotic and dangerous experience when the patient became combative mid-surgery. Ryan walks us through the moment-by-moment decisions he had to make—balancing patient safety, team confidence, and the legal and emotional weight of

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38. Scaling Smart: Metrics, Mindset & Momentum with...

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2025/06/30

Welcome back to another episode of The Dentists Show! In this candid and strategy-packed conversation, Chase and Ryan sit down to talk about what it really takes to scale a dental practice without losing your mind (or your margins). From understanding the key metrics that actually move the needle to challenging outdated beliefs about marketing spend, the guys dive deep into what it means to be growth-minded and numbers-driven in today’s world. Whether you’re just getting started, prepping for

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37. Why True Culture Beats Perks Every Time

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2025/06/23

Welcome back to The Dentists Show! In this episode, Chase and Ryan dive into one of the most overlooked yet powerful drivers of practice success: culture. They don’t hold back, sharing real stories from their offices and peeling back what truly motivates a team—and what happens when perks take center stage instead. Together, they explore why some teams thrive on camaraderie and service, while others seem to lose their edge even when showered with freebies. From potlucks that bring people together to

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36. The Money Conversation Most Dentists Avoid… But...

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2025/06/16

Let’s face it—talking numbers in dentistry can feel uncomfortable. But if you want to grow a practice that’s both impactful and profitable, the numbers matter. In this episode, Chase and Ryan get real about the financial habits, benchmarks, and mindset shifts that helped them scale to where they are today. From understanding monthly production goals to identifying how much each provider should bring in, they pull back the curtain on how top-performing practices think about money. But it’s not all

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35. Why Winners Fail More (And Still Win) Deep Dive...

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2025/06/09

Hey friends! It's Chase here—flying solo today on The Dentists Show and getting real about something we all need to hear: you’ll win if you just don’t quit. In this episode, I pull back the curtain on what keeps me moving forward in dentistry, business, and life. From my favorite book (The Science of Getting Rich) to my philosophy of giving more in service value than we take in cash value, I’m diving into what actually creates lasting success—and why it starts with your thoughts, vision, and refusal

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34. Bringing the Fun Back to Dentistry: Building Team...

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2025/06/02

In this episode of The Dentists Show, Chase and Ryan are diving into the light-hearted side of building a dental practice that doesn’t suck—and the laughs are real. Broadcasting in front of a live audience, the guys take questions from team members and share hilarious behind-the-scenes stories that remind us all how culture, creativity, and a bit of fun can go a long way. From patient smile ratings to the idea of giving adults a prize box (spoiler: it goes off the rails 😂), they explore ways to

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33. Making Treatment Plans Fun Again: Cavity Club,...

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2025/05/26

Let’s be honest—dentistry doesn’t always feel exciting. But in this episode, we’re flipping that on its head. We kick things off with a ridiculous idea (but also maybe genius?)—a Cavity Free Club that gives adult patients prizes for staying cavity-free. And yes, the prize box might include beer. Or adult toys. Or boxed wine. Look, we’re brainstorming out loud. 😂 But what started as a joke turned into a real conversation about how to stand out in a fee-for-service or PPO world and how to make

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32. How Perception Shapes Leadership, Dentistry, and...

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2025/05/19

This might be the most philosophical episode we’ve ever done—but stay with us. In Episode 32, we’re diving into a wild little internet clip that blew our minds and perfectly explains something we’ve both experienced as leaders, dentists, and just regular dudes trying to figure it all out: your reality isn’t always real. From funny stories about patient delusions (and yes, a surprising amount of cat hair) to the mindset shift that can change your entire experience as a dentist, this episode explores

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31. Live Q&A with Chase and Ryan: Real Talk on...

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2025/05/12

This one’s a little different… and a lot more fun. For the first time ever, The Dentists Show is coming to you LIVE (well, sort of). We sat down in front of a room full of incredible team members and fellow dentists to answer real, unscripted questions about practice ownership, partnerships, leadership, fee-for-service dentistry, and everything in between. From the unexpected benefits of buying a “run-down” practice… to navigating associate relationships… to how we really feel about scaling too

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30. Be the Vet: The Simplicity, Impact, and Heart...

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2025/05/05

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode, Chase and Ryan reflect on the lessons they’ve learned from a humble old-school veterinarian whose simple advice left a lasting impression. The guys explore what it means to lead a values-driven dental practice in a world obsessed with upsells and upgrades. From nostalgic stories about their early days in dentistry to bold commentary on modern business models, this episode is a call back to service, simplicity, and genuine patient care. They unpack why the

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