Elite Dental Podcast

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discussing leadership amongst the team and how it is important to be on the same page. The two key roles similar to parenting is to be aligned in your messaging and to be chearleaders that allow your team to have a huge saftey net to allow them to grow and flourish.    The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look fo...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discuss the importance of preparing for meetings, leading your team intentionally, and delegating to your team to lead meetings effectively.    The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at   theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opp...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk about the importance of taking the time to do some long term planning of what is possible with your team to make sure everyone is on the same page. Often we assume everyone knows where we are going. This exercise will allow for clarity across the entire organization and should help you get there easier when the entire team is rowing in the same direction.    Th...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk through converting dental charts from Dentrix to Open Dental. Alex talks about what he learned during his merger of an office and give some Tips and tricks for Tommy as he is about to embark on the conversion himself to help get ready for the second location.   The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forwa...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk through how they bring in a psycholgist, Dr. Pendergrass in order to help evaluate their future doctors which has so far prevented any doctor turnover in their practices (8 out of 8). They talk about the cost of turnover in the doctor position and how it is critical in order to continue to grow to help eliminate this.   The Elite Dental Practice values any and...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discuss the practice health score tracker to see if you and your team align. Through these questions you can see where your team feels your practice is excelling and where it may need some help.    The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at   theeli...

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In this part 2of 2 episodes Tommy and Alex talk to Dr. Cory Glenn about the future of dentistry and all of the digital advancements to come.  https://www.coryglenn.org/upcoming-courses/   Cory Glenn is a dentist, speaker, trainer, and tech developer, residing in Winchester, TN. With 8 years of experience in dentistry, he gained a reputation as the "Dental MacGyver" for his innovative approaches to...

In this part 1 of 2 episodes Tommy and Alex talk to Dr. Cory Glenn about his journey in dentistry, blue sky bio and all the digital workflows. https://www.coryglenn.org/upcoming-courses/   Cory Glenn is a dentist, speaker, trainer, and tech developer, residing in Winchester, TN. With 8 years of experience in dentistry, he gained a reputation as the "Dental MacGyver" for his innovative approaches t...

In this episode tommy and Alex discuss how the year finished out and what new things are happening in 2026.    The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at   theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at  https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex talk through some simple solutions to produce over 100K per month as a doctor and 1.5 million as an office.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at   theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at  https://elitedentalp...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex give an update as we head towards 2026 with what is new in the offices. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/ PRF/PRP and Socket Preserva...

In this episode, Tommy talks through a fun exercise of creating AI music with Suno and how you can use it for your dental team and create music for your dental office.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportuniti...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex discuss block scheudling and the importance of make sure your schedule doesnt get filled up with non productive appointments.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at http...

Bart Knellinger from Progressive Dental Marketing discusses the evolution of his company, which started by helping dentists monetize large procedures and has grown to over 2,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, South America, and Europe. He emphasizes the importance of treating a treatment plan as a plan to achieve a specific clinical outcome rather than offering multiple options, which ca...

Unlock the secrets to maximizing dental practice profitability in this deep dive into insurance reimbursements! Tommy and Alex explore the often-dreaded world of dental insurance, sharing proven strategies to optimize fee schedules, navigate network participation, and boost your bottom line. Learn about the power of umbrella insurance, coding optimization, and the crucial role of expert guidance....

Join Tommy and Alex in this candid update on the realities of scaling a dental practice in 2025! They discuss navigating rapid growth, the challenges of real estate expansion, and how to balance profitability with patient care. From hiring new doctors to managing unexpected roadblocks, get an inside look at the strategies that drive elite dental practices forward. The Elite Dental Practice values...

n this episode, Alex and  Tommy discuss the real-world hurdles and strategic solutions involved in expanding a dental business. Hear firsthand accounts of a flooded office, the complexities of real estate negotiations, and the importance of strong banking relationships. They explore key topics such as contingency planning, lease negotiations, practice valuation, and future growth strategies. Wheth...

In this part 2 episode with Dr. Casey Goetz, Tommy and Casey discuss Pediatric dentistry and dig into KPI's for tracking to see how your pediatric dental office is running.    The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at   theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opp...

We have a special guest, Dr. Casey Goetz from the brews and tiny teeth podcast to talk about all things pedo and discuss differnt KPI's as well as his journey in pediatric dentistry The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learnin...

In this episode, Tommy and Kari talk through systems to make sure your office runs on time, patients and team members are happier. It all comes down to systems and making sure the dentist gets into the exams early. Dont be the bottleneck anymore. A simple change makes a huge difference.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to netw...

In this episode, Tommy and Kari dig deeper into implementation of myofunctional therapy in their office The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com Check out more learning opportunities at https://elitedentalpodcast.com/

In this episode, Tommy and Kari talk through myofunctional therapy in the office and give some updates on what has worked and what hasnt worked as they implemented myofunctional therapy in their office.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodcast@ gmail.com...

In this episode, Tommy decided to use Calednly and was blown away by how easy it was and made his life easier in less than 24 hours. Tommy talks to Kari about how her and Stephany could use this in the practice to make for a more effienct process to schedule meetings for the entire team with lots of different schedules.  The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you ar...

In this episode, Tommy and Alex start season 2 with a bang. We made it through our first 100 episodes and wanted to talk through some fun HR stories that have happened over the years or in Tommy's case, the past month. The Elite Dental Practice values any and all feedback. We are grateful you are here and we look forward to networking with all of you ~ Get in contact with us at  theelitedentalpodc...