Ascent Dental Radio

In part 2 of this episode, host Dr. Kevin Coughlin continues to discuss the innovative cloud-based dental software Aspro with creators Tiffany Nguyen and Dr. Kimberly Nguyen. Aspro, backed uniquely by dentists, aims to enhance service, care, and results in dental practices. The software boasts features like a five-click clinical management system, online scheduling, and a powerful search function...

In part 1 of this podcast episode, host Dr. Kevin Coughlin speaks with entrepreneurs Kimberly and Tiffany Nguyen, co-founders of Aspro Dental, a dental practice management software. They explore the inception of their company and discuss the distinctive capabilities of their software. The conversation focuses on how Asper Dental can enhance the operational efficiency of dental practices, bridging...

In the second half of this episode, Matt Allen, a dentist and founder of Different Kind, which specializes in collecting detailed data on patient experiences and outcomes, discusses the significance of data in enhancing dental practice operations and patient care. Matt Allen explains that Different Kind's approach is unique in its focus on specific aspects of patient experience, providing insi...

In this episode of Ascend Dental Solutions, Matt Allen from Different Kind discusses how data collection and analysis can enhance dental practices. Different Kind specializes in patient-reported experience metrics, aiming to improve patient satisfaction and reduce turnover. They collect feedback directly from patients post-appointment and integrate with practice management systems, ensuring data p...

In this podcast episode, host Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews financial educator Adam Carroll about his "shred method" for reducing debt and creating passive income. Carroll, who has 20 years of experience in personal finance, explains how his method helps professionals in the healthcare field eliminate student loan and practice debt in 3 to 5 years. They discuss the importance of building w...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin hosts financial educator, Adam Carroll, to discuss strategies for managing and eliminating debt. Carroll introduces the Shred Method, a system designed to help individuals become debt-free within 3 to 5 years. He emphasizes the importance of income efficiency and a mindset shift towards debt. Dr. Coughlin, who has personally experienced significant debt,...

In this episode of the "Dental Solutions" podcast, Dr. Kevin Coughlin welcomes Jordyn Levitas from Torch Dental for part 2 of their interview. Torch Dental is a procurement platform that helps dental practices centralize their supply purchases and negotiate better pricing. They aim to reduce supply costs by 16-30% and decrease inventory time by 64%. Torch Dental also offers low rates on de...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses the challenges dentists face in managing supplies and introduces Jordyn Levitas from Torch Dental, a procurement platform for dentists. They talk about how Torch Dental aims to provide fair and transparent pricing for dental supplies, simplifying the procurement process for dentists. They also discuss how Torch Dental can help both small and la...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin and Anna Ruch discuss Cherry, a buy now pay later payment solution for medical providers. They talk about the advantages of Cherry for dental and medical professionals, including high approval rates and low costs to the practice. They also discuss the onboarding process, which involves a simple underwriting process and a one-hour training session for off...

In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses the balance between the clinical and business aspects of healthcare. He introduces Anna Ruch from Cherry Financial Plans, a buy now pay later payment option for medical providers. Anna explains how Cherry offers interest-free options for patients, ranging from three to 24 months, and discusses their system for collection and handling financial...

In this episode of Ascent Dental Radio, Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Mr. Myles Davis, CEO and owner of Infinity Growth Solutions, about his expertise in dental accounting and software solutions. They discuss the benefits of switching from cash basis to accrual basis accounting and the challenges of allocating payments in a DSO. Mr. Davis emphasizes the importance of having enterprise software sys...

In this episode of Ascent Dental Radio, Dr. Kevin Coughlin hosts special guest Mr. Myles Davis, an expert in accounting, software, and digital management for dental facilities. They discuss the intricacies of running a dental support organization (DSO) and the importance of building corporate infrastructure early on. Mr. Davis recommends accrual accounting for valuable insights and proper revenue...

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If you would like to REDUCE your DEPENDENCE on PPOs, you can download my FREE SPECIAL REPORT, “A 4-Step System Dentists Use to Safely and Predictably Withdraw from PPOs and INCREASE Net Profit” go to www. PPOfoe.com If you're sick and tired of being jerked around by network insurance plans, being told what you can and can't do for your patients, and losing hundreds of thousands of dollars...

Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Todd Watts, founder of PatientFi, a financing option for patients in the healthcare industry. They discuss what sets PatientFi apart from other finance companies, including its focus on healthcare and its unique platform with multiple lenders for prime and second look credit quality, as well as in-house financing for patients with no credit. PatientFi checks over 175...

Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Todd Watts, founder of PatientFi, a patient financing and payment company. Watts explains how PatientFi offers a tailor-made solution for large dental practices and DSOs to help patients finance their treatments. PatientFi distinguishes itself from other financing companies by offering up to 100% approvals on their platform, with a multi-lender system that ensures pat...

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS and Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet. Together they further discuss how the two companies recently partnered and integrate Artificial Intelligence technology into Dental practices to help with diagnoses and prognoses. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS and Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet. Together they discuss how the two companies recently partnered and integrate Artificial Intelligence technology into Dental practices to help with diagnoses and prognoses. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Ed Valaitis, the author of “Exit Like a Winner”. Ed is a Certified Business Intermediary at the company Edison Avenue. Together they further discuss how to best approach selling a dental practice and how to get the best return on investment. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Ed Valaitis, the author of “Exit Like a Winner”. Ed is a Certified Business Intermediary at the company Edison Avenue and offers his insight into how to best approach selling a dental practice and how to get the best return on investment. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses how Dental Support Organizations and Managed Support Organizations can assist in selling a dental practice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses Certified Business Intermediaries, and the various options for selling a dental practice. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Chris Rom, CEO of MMG-Fusion, (Market Manage Grow) - a company that develops practice management software and other tools that assist with marketing, scheduling and growth for dental practices big or small. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Chris Rom, CEO of MMG-Fusion, (Market Manage Grow) - a web based software company that develops practice management software and other tools that help run a dental practice of any size. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Gordon Craig, CEO of SternGold Dental, which has been around for 125 years serving the Dental Community. Together they further discuss the dental implant options and technologies that stern gold specializes in. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy