The Dental Practice Heroes Podcast

This episode delves into the vital role of visual aids in enhancing patient understanding and acceptance in dental practices. We explore various methods and strategies that allow dental professionals to effectively communicate treatment options, ensuring clarity and confidence in patient decisions. 

• Discussing the cognitive advantages of visual aids in patient care 
• Sharing creative techniques for using visual aids in the office 
• Exploring the positive impact of visual aids on patient engagement and trust 
• Offering insights into common pitfalls of verbal communication 
• Challenging listeners to create customized visual tools for their practices 

Create visual aids for better patient understanding and watch your acceptance rates soar! 

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Feeling uncertain after a big dental purchase? You're not alone. This episode unpacks the phenomenon of buyer's remorse, especially regarding dental treatments. We delve into why patients harbor doubts about the necessity of their treatments, the high costs commonly associated with dental procedures, and how these factors can lead to feelings of regret.

Throughout the episode, you'll find practical tips that can be easily implemented in your practice to enhance patient trust and satisfaction. Ultimately, addressing and mitigating buyer's remorse not only benefits your patients but also cultivates long-term relationships and encourages referrals. Don't miss this opportunity to improve your practice! Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with colleagues who may benefit from these insights.

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Most new hire issues can be traced back to one thing: onboarding. In this episode, the hosts and their expert guests share proven strategies to effectively train, support, and integrate your new team members right from the beginning. You'll learn how to create a clear onboarding process that reduces turnover, minimizes training stress, and helps you build a culture where employees feel confident, prepared, and excited to grow in your practice.

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Why onboarding is important in a dental practice
• Key elements of an effective onboarding process
• Onboarding challenges and solutions
• Growth and career development
• An exercise to transform your onboarding process

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

One of the biggest leadership mistakes is making your "why" about you, not your team. In this episode, Dr. Anthony Do of Red Oak Family Dentistry returns to share hard-earned lessons on leadership, motivation, and creating a culture that makes your team want to stay. Learn how to become a leader people trust, find fulfillment in your career, and build a loyal team that's invested in the long-term success of your practice!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The truth about your “why”
• What true leadership looks like
• A simple exercise to get real team buy-in

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Struggling to get your team on board? The answer isn’t demanding compliance—it’s understanding what’s really going on. Let’s talk about what’s holding them back and how to fix it. Katherine Eitel Belt of LionSpeak is back to break down the four biggest reasons employees don’t meet our expectations (and why leaders often overlook the real issues). We dive into strategies for having tough conversations that actually lead to change, setting clear expectations, and recognizing when someone simply isn’t the right fit. Find out how to get true buy-in and create a more motivated, engaged team!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The 4 reasons employees don’t follow through
• How to figure out why your team isn’t listening
• Leading with clarity and setting expectations
• Addressing underperformance in a department
• Dos and don’ts of getting team buy-in

Learn more about LionSpeak’s annual retreats:

https://www.lionspeak.net/

info@lionspeak.net

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Busy January? If your office struggled to keep up, you’re not alone. In this episode, we discuss why hurrying may be to blame and how slowing down can actually help you reduce stress, boost productivity, and provide better patient care. Let’s explore how packed schedules, inefficient systems, and understaffing impact both your team and your patients—and what you can do to fix it!

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Leadership in dental practices often faces unexpected challenges, especially when dealing with negative patient feedback. By employing the Infinite Why system to analyze issues, leaders can uncover the roots of problems and foster a more constructive team environment focused on improving patient care.

• The emotional challenges of receiving negative reviews
• Understanding the importance of extreme ownership in practice management
• The Infinite Why system as a tool for deep analysis of issues
• Engaging in blame-free discussions for improvement
• The crucial role of leadership in guiding teams for better outcomes
• The importance of continuous training and communication within teams

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

Big box implant centers are everywhere, but there ARE ways to stand out. Dr. Ryan Bradley and Dr. Taher Dhoon know firsthand how tough it is to transition into full-arch dentistry — from figuring out marketing to attracting qualified patients who can pay. In this episode, they unpack marketing, consultation, and financing strategies that will help you compete with big implant centers. Tune in for the advice you need to grow your practice and win more full arch cases!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• The struggle to transition into a full arch practice
• How to compete with big implant centers
• Marketing dos and don’ts
• Financing solutions for patients

Learn more about Colorado Surgical Institute:
https://www.coloradosurgicalinstitute.com/

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.

From a four-op office to two practices — here’s how Colin Myrick created something bigger than he ever expected as a young practice owner. This episode dives into the hurdles of taking over an established practice, stepping into the role of owner, and scaling in a small community. You’ll learn how Colin built a collaborative culture and steadily grew his business, all while serving his community. Tune in to hear how he made it happen, and what’s next!

Topics discussed in this episode:

• Transitioning from dental school to ownership
• Challenges of taking over a practice
• Key decisions that helped expand the practice
• Collaborative dentistry and team culture
• Colin’s vision for the future and how he’s getting there

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Take Control of Your Practice and Your Life

I help dentists take more time off while making more money through systematization, team empowerment, and creating leadership teams.

Join the DPH Hero Collective and get the tools, training, and support you need to transform your practice:

• Team and Doctor Training for every aspect of Practice Management
• Comprehensive Training: Boost profit, efficiency, and team engagement.
• Live Q&A Sessions: Get personalized help when you need it most.
• Supportive Community: Connect with practice owners on the same journey.
• Editable Systems & Protocols: Standardize your operations effortlessly.

Ready to build a practice that works for you? Visit www.DentalPracticeHeroes.com to learn more.