The Nifty Thrifty Dentists

What if the insurance company that's supposed to pay you fairly is quietly working against you? In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, I sit down with Benjamin Tuinei, Founder of Veritas Dental Resources and Dental Link IPA, to talk about what's really happening with PPO fee negotiation, and why so many practices are leaving money on the table without knowing it. Ben isn't a dentis...

Are you getting more patients from your dental marketing, or just more reports full of clicks, impressions, and “qualified leads”? I asked everyone listening to raise their hand if they've ever worked with a marketing company that promised qualified leads that never turned into revenue, then blamed the front desk when nothing booked. If your hand is still up, this episode is for you. 😂 In this ep...

What happens when a patient calls your practice and nobody can answer? In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, I welcome back Josh Gosnell, Vice President of Revenue at Adit, to talk about missed calls, patient follow-up, and practical ways AI can support a busy dental team. I share what happened when I needed to replace an AC unit in Texas and couldn't get someone on the phone. The...

What is financial success really worth if your income stops the moment you step away from the practice? In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast , I sit down with my mentor Dave Stech of Access Insiders for a conversation about a form of wealth that goes far beyond money. Dave explains why financial freedom should lead to time freedom and ultimately to what he calls global freedom: th...

Insurance billing doesn't have to be one of the biggest headaches in your practice. In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Shreyas Parab , Co-Founder & CEO of DayDream , to discuss how AI and experienced billing specialists are helping dentists improve cash flow, recover more insurance revenue, and take the stress out of revenue cycle management. 🎉 Exclusive Nifty Deal ✅ $2,000 Onboard...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Bryan Markiet, CEO and President of Cargus International, to talk about one of the easiest ways dentists can improve profitability right now: Stop overpaying for dental supplies. Bryan shares the story behind Cargus International, how his family built the business over decades, and why the MARK3 Dental Supplies bran...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Mini Suri, Co-Founder and CEO of VELMENI, to talk about an AI platform that could change how dental practices diagnose, document, and communicate with patients. If you have ever wished patients could actually see what you are trying to explain, or if you have wanted your team to spend less time on repetitive tasks a...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Maria Vaysman, VP of Strategy and Operations for Clipboard Dental, to talk about one of the biggest pain points in dentistry right now: staffing. If you have ever had a hygienist call out, struggled to find temporary help, or wished there were an easier way to try out a team member before hiring them full time, this...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Jim Arnold, Founder and CEO of Foundation Dental Alliance, to talk about what it really takes to build a successful fee for service dental practice. If you are feeling squeezed by insurance reimbursements, rising overhead, and the pressure to see more patients just to stay profitable, this conversation will reso...

Scaling a dental practice isn’t just about adding operatories... it’s about having the right leadership and systems in place. In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Erica Benavente, Founder of Quest Dental Solutions, to discuss why many dentists hit a ceiling when they try to scale without executive-level operational support. Erica shares her journey fro...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, CEO & Founder of Dr. Joy, RDH, to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing dental practices today: rising hygiene wages paired with shrinking reimbursements. Dr. Joy brings nearly 30 years of experience across clinical dentistry, education, and business strategy to explain why hygiene sho...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Danielle Kramer, Founder & CEO of The Schedule Squad , to break down why so many dental practices struggle to keep schedules full and how to fix it without burning out your team. Danielle brings over 20 years of real-world dental experience, having worked in nearly every role inside a dental practice. She shares...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Kirk Teachout, co-founder of 7-Figure Dental Practice, to break down why most dental schedules fail and how to fix them without burning out your team or yourself. Kirk shares how he and his dentist wife rebuilt their practice during COVID, reduced workdays, increased collections, and created consistency without chao...

Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Brett Kessler, Past President of the American Dental Association, for a candid conversation about what really happens inside the ADA advocacy, budgets, member value, and why unified dentistry matters right now. They unpack: ⦁ How Dr. Kessler’s leadership journey started (and why “getting involved” isn’t a secret club) ⦁ What the ADA tackled this past year: wellness,...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Joe Laith, Marketing & Education Manager at NeoBiotech to uncover why NeoBiotech is often called implant dentistry’s best-kept secret. They break down what truly separates implant systems today (hint: it’s not just the implant), including support, protocol, simplicity, and predictable workflows. Joe also shares...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Ali Soufi, Founder & CEO of DocSites, to break down why missed phone calls and poor website lead capture are costing dental practices new patients... and how AI tools can help fix it. Ali shares insights from working with thousands of dental offices and explains how voicemail, after-hours calls, and unanswered w...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Tim McNeely - CEO & Founder of Dental Wealth Nation to uncover the biggest financial mistakes dentists make, how to protect your wealth, and the essential blueprint every practice owner must have. Tim works exclusively with dentists and understands the real-world challenges you face: taxes, exit planning, wealth...

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo brings back a long-time friend of the community: Aaron Boone, former pro football player, CEO & founder of MVP Mailhouse. If you think direct mail is “old school,” you haven’t seen what MVP is doing. Aaron and his team have mailed over 100 million postcards for dentists and track everything... from where your best patients live, to which offers they respond to, to...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo welcomes back Jay Glazer, Director of Business Development at Crazy Dental - the company that makes sure dentists NEVER overpay for supplies again. If you’ve ever wondered whether your supplier is giving you their best price… Jay’s here to tell you the truth. Crazy Dental checks every authorized competitor’s pricing and beats it,...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Rick Cromar, Head of Sales at Peak Dental Studio, to uncover how building a better relationship with your lab can transform your workflow, save money, and bring the “local lab” feel back to dentistry. Rick shares how Peak Dental Studio bridges the gap between large-scale efficiency and personal service, offering top...

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Richard “Dicky” Ball, founder of Summit Handpiece Express, to talk about keeping your handpieces (and schedule) running smoothly. Dicky shares how his family-run business delivers top-tier repairs, education, and real customer service — straight from the owner himself. Learn how to prevent downtime, extend handpiece life, and save thousands with smarter...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Ryan, CEO & co-founder of Energize Group, to talk about growing your dental practice without burnout or wasted marketing dollars. From a friendship formed on the jiu-jitsu mats to helping hundreds of practices thrive, Ryan shares how Energize Group was built on relationships, results, and real ROI. “Marketing’s...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Eric J. Morin, founder of Tower Leadership, to uncover dentistry’s best-kept secret: you don’t need side hustles to build wealth, you can achieve exponential growth by leveraging your existing dental practice. Eric shares how dentists can maximize valuation, grow their teams, and scale beyond what they thought possi...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Nathan Hudson of Renew Digital to break down one of the biggest myths in dentistry: why you don’t have to buy brand new when it comes to CBCTs, digital pans, and scanners. Nathan shares how Renew Digital’s certified refurbished process works, why it’s safer than buying off a buddy or a dental garage sale group, and...

"Mistakes are milestones.💡"   The biggest lesson in dentistry? Learn to master your money, not just your margins.   On the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Blair Feldman shares one of the most powerful truths he’s learned after 22+ years as an orthodontist and entrepreneur: Celebrating your mistakes is the first step to real growth.   “Celebrate your mistakes. Learn from them. Then build from...