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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

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59:21

2405: The Productivity Myth That's Burning You Out

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/19

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with John Briggs, a CPA, author, and founder of a 280-person tax firm who is challenging the toxic hustle culture mindset. John shares how a personal wake-up call led him to rethink the way we define success, and how his innovative 3.3 Rule—three hours of focused work followed by a 30% recovery break—can transform your productivity and personal life. They also dive deep into small business tax planning, audit survival tips, and the dangers of relying

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46:00

2404: Why General Dentists Should Rethink Wisdom Teeth

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/18

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back Dr. Brandon Chapek for a deeper dive into the mindset, discipline, and values that have shaped his journey from Division I football player to high-level dental surgeon. In this conversation, Brandon shares how his athletic background influenced his time management, work ethic, and leadership style—and how those lessons now serve his growing dental practice and young family. They also discuss clinical pearls for general dentists getting into wisdom

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47:12

2403: Case Study - The Blackbelt Standard Pt. 2

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/17

On today's episode, Part 2 of this two-part Golden Rhino special, we highlight the incredible turnaround of Dr. Monica Urda. What started as a promising practice with a hidden undercurrent of burnout, toxic culture, and financial strain evolved into a $4.5M powerhouse in the heart of Chicago. Hear how Monica went from working seven days a week to earning over $1.3M in take-home income – all while reducing clinical days, expanding to 13 operatories, and transforming into a confident, culture-first

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41:08

2402: Case Study - The Blackbelt Standard Pt. 1

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/16

In today's episode, Part 1 of this special two-part series, we dive into the powerful history of the Golden Rhino award – an honor given to dental entrepreneurs who have achieved extraordinary practice transformations through the Dental Success Institute. Dr. Mark Costes shares the journeys of past recipients like Dr. Ben Kacos, Dr. Summer Kassmel, Dr. Matt Slivka, and Dr. Reza, detailing their incredible growth, leadership evolution, and operational overhauls. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes

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50:52

2401: How to Prevent and Manage Implant Failures in...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/15

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by his good friend and fellow Black Belt Coach, Dr. Taher Dhoon—co-founder of the Colorado Surgical Institute and owner of an 18-operatory dental practice—for a deep dive into implant complications. They kick things off with a candid conversation on time management, shiny object syndrome, and how to balance business success with family life and fulfillment. Dr. Dhoon shares the systems he uses to juggle clinical days, content creation, and high-level

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46:37

2400: Building Skills, Serving Others, and Living the...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/12

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with longtime friend and Dental Success Institute Black Belt coach Dr. Aaron Nicholas for an open, no-agenda conversation covering everything from mission trips and scuba diving in Fiji to launching new hands-on CE programs in Alabama. Aaron shares how recent legislative changes in Florida forced a pivot for his popular extraction and root canal courses—and how a stroke of good fortune led him to partner with a free clinic in Huntsville. They also

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51:22

2399: Uncovering Value: Strategies for Selecting a...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/11

On today's episode, we welcome powerhouse dental duo Dr. Kelly and Dr. Steve Dove, DSI Black Belt Coaches and entrepreneurs who've scaled their practices from $300K to over $7 million in revenue. The Doves share the raw, behind-the-scenes story of how they built and sold multiple practices, navigated gritty remodels, and turned overlooked "dirt" practices into high-value diamonds. With a mix of strategic acquisitions, bold startups, and creative negotiations, they reveal how leveraging

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41:38

2398: Ask Me Anything: Leadership, Workouts, AI, and...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/10

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes launches the first-ever DSN "Ask Me Anything" session, where he answers top community-submitted questions about leadership, fitness, business growth, AI tools, personal development, and more. From how he stays consistent with workouts through 60+ cities of travel per year to his daily prioritization system using the Four Futures framework, Dr. Mark gives an honest and tactical look into how he stays energized, focused, and balanced. He also shares the AI

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50:50

2397: A Dentist's Role Beyond the Operatory

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/09

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes Dr. William Balanoff, a prosthodontist, educator, entrepreneur, and CEO of Smile Perfected. Dr. Balanoff shares his unique journey into dentistry, from being accepted into Northwestern at 19 to becoming an academic, business owner, and advocate for general dentists nationwide. He dives into the evolution of prosthodontics training, how surgical and restorative worlds are merging, and why general dentists are more capable than ever of delivering complex

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40:21

2396: Avoid the Sharks and Win Big in Oil and Gas

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/08

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Troy Eckard, a 40-year oil and gas industry veteran and the driving force behind Eckard Enterprises. With over $1.3 billion in assets and $210 million distributed to investors, Troy breaks down the current landscape of oil and gas investing—highlighting how the space has shifted from wild speculation to a more data-driven, transparent model. They tackle everything from the political and economic chaos in the U.S. to the mechanics of working

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2395: Turning Slow Months Into Growth Opportunities

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/05

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Dan Briskie and Dave Roehr from Proceed Finance for a powerful webinar originally featured inside DSN. The trio tackles the all-too-common September slump—when production and collections often dip across dental practices. They share proactive strategies for reactivating patients, encouraging same-day treatment, maximizing team downtime, and using financial tools to help patients move forward with care. If you're looking to keep momentum strong

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55:16

2394: How Data and Discipline Are Reshaping Dental...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/04

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Daniel Jimenez, co-founder and CEO of Stride Dental Group and founder of Feestream. After a high-level career in engineering and leadership at Amazon, Daniel took an unexpected leap into the world of dentistry—driven by a passion for operational excellence, data, and innovation. He shares what translated well from corporate life (think: metrics, accountability, systems), what absolutely didn't, and why building and scaling in dentistry requires a

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45:31

2393: A Half-Cycle Business In A Full-Cycle World Pt. 2

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/03

In today's episode, we continue with Part 2 of Alastair Macdonald's transformative keynote from the 2025 Dental Success Summit. In this powerful conclusion, Alastair goes deeper into what it means to be a high-agency, sovereign individual in a world that demands adaptability. He shares intense real-world experiences—from war zones in Africa to navigating financial crises—and translates them into timeless lessons for dentists and entrepreneurs. Alastair challenges us to abandon the illusion of

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43:18

2392: A Half-Cycle Business In A Full-Cycle World Pt. 1

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/02

In today's episode, we dive into Part 1 of Alastair Macdonald's powerful keynote at the 2025 Dental Success Summit. With a background as a safari guide, Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, and high-level strategist, Alastair brings a unique lens to leadership, economics, and adaptability. He unpacks how massive global and economic shifts—from AI to inflation—demand a new type of thinking and introduces the concept of becoming a high-agency individual. Through captivating stories—including a high-stakes

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48:23

2391: Why Front Desk Burnout Is a Systems Problem

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/12/01

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Samad Syed, founder and CEO of mConsent, a powerful all-in-one platform designed to modernize and streamline dental practice operations. Samad shares the origin story of mConsent, which was born out of a frustrating medical billing experience and has since grown into a software solution trusted by over 2,000 dental offices across the U.S. He breaks down how mConsent integrates seamlessly with major PMS systems like Dentrix, Open Dental, and

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49:54

2390: Building a Frenectomy Practice That Runs Itself

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/11/28

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by his longtime friend and fellow UCSD alum, Dr. Taher Dhoon, for another insightful surgical conversation. They kick things off with a nostalgic and lively discussion about UCSD's emerging basketball program, the culture of streetball, and how a hometown hero nearly changed the NCAA bracket. Then, they seamlessly pivot to a deep dive into frenectomies—highlighting their clinical relevance not just for pediatric patients, but for adults with airway,

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52:44

2389: Balancing Dentistry, Fatherhood, and a 100-Mile...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/11/27

On today's episode, you'll hear Dr. Mark Costes in his first-ever recording from the brand-new DSI studio—joined by none other than Dr. Cody Boals, who shares his journey from small-town Illinois to co-owning a thriving 10-operatory dental practice in Colorado Springs. Dr. Boals opens up about launching Kissing Camels Family Dentistry with his wife Alexa, their approach to grassroots marketing, and how they scaled from seeing 40 new patients a month to over 150—all while maintaining a strong

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33:12

2388: The Motivation Myth Pt. 2

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/11/26

On today's episode, we're diving into part two of Dr. Mark Costes' keynote from the DSI Mastermind in October 2025. Building on the foundation from part one, Mark takes us deeper into the science of motivation and the brain's role in developing sustained discipline and resilience. He shares how to operate in the "zone of neuroplasticity," where challenge meets growth, and how pushing just outside your comfort zone—without overwhelming your nervous system—leads to real transformation. With insights

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33:30

2387: The Motivation Myth Pt. 1

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/11/25

On today's episode, we bring you part one of a two-part keynote from Dr. Mark Costes, recorded live during the DSI Mastermind in October 2025. In this powerful session, Mark unpacks "The Motivation Myth" and examines what truly drives elite performers—from Kobe Bryant and Thomas Edison to DSI's own Cody Boals. Through both inspiring stories and neuroscience-based insights, he explains how motivation, willpower, and grit aren't traits you're born with—they're skills you can train. With research

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43:38

2386: The Real Cost of Success in Dentistry and What...

The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes ·

2025/11/24

On today's episode, we take you inside The Practice Launchpad event from September 2025, where Dr. Mark Costes delivered a powerful keynote to an audience of current and aspiring dental practice owners. Drawing on his experience owning 16 practices across Arizona and California, Mark gives an unfiltered look at the common mistakes dentists make in leadership, operations, and finance—and why most practices in the U.S. are barely profitable (if at all). He reveals why financial success alone nearly

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