Jackson Scheidhauer
Operatory Empires
Conversations with business-minded people in the dental space.
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Jackson Scheidhauer
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Jul 5, 2026
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Episodes
029: How To Build Brand Like the Top 1% of Dentists | Zac from PASTED 05.07.2026 55:02
Check out Practice By Numbers! In this episode, Zach Orinder, a branding expert for aesthetic dentists, shares how authentic content, consistent messaging, and strong patient relationships can elevate a dental practice beyond traditional marketing. You’ll hear practical guidance on case acceptance, systems, soft skills, and defining success in a way that actually fits the life you want. Key Topics...
028: How to Build a Practice that Runs Without You | Drs. Craig Spodak and Peter Boulden 28.06.2026 1:07:20
"BPEMPIRE" for $100 off the Summit! Check Out Practice By Numbers! Dr. Craig Spodak and Dr. Peter Boulden are dentists with over 50 years of combined experience in dentistry and building and scaling practices. They started Bulletproof Dental Practice, a company that helps dental practice owners grow their practice by marketing, and scale to have the ability to make money without being in...
027: Building "Made By Dentists" To A Global Brand | Dr. Lisa Creaven 21.06.2026 40:25
Check Out Practice By Numbers What happens when dentists stop thinking only about the operatory and start building products for millions of consumers? In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Creaven , co-founder of Made by Dentists , to discuss the journey from clinical dentistry to building a global oral care brand. We explore what it takes to launch a consumer product company in a market dominate...
026: The Numbers That Top DSOs Use -- And How You Can Track Them Too | Dr. Aditi Agarwal 14.06.2026 49:58
Check Out Practice By Numbers Discover how data analytics, systems, and patient trust can transform your dental practice. Dr. Agarwal shares her journey from associate to tech entrepreneur, emphasizing actionable insights, team communication, and the future of dentistry. Email us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
025: How He Tripled His Practice Revenue | Dr. Ethan Erwin 07.06.2026 37:55
In this episode, Dr. Ethan Erwin shares his journey from graduation during COVID-19 to scaling his dental practice over three times its original size. He delves into strategic decisions, effective marketing, technology investments, team building, and maintaining work-life balance.
024: How to Build a Dental Startup (step-by-step) | JJ Ditkofsky of WeCare Practice Advisors 31.05.2026 53:00
Follow and Rate the Show! Schedule a Consultation with WeCare In this episode, I sit down with J.J. Ditkofsky, owner of WeCare Practice Advisors, who has helped consult for over 350 dental offices just last year! He teaches everything that he knows as someone who does this every day. If you are a dentist or dental student looking to start a practice, this is the best place to start. Email us: oper...
023: Navigating DSOs and Insurance as an Oral Surgeon | Dr. Brendan Gallagher 24.05.2026 58:38
In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Brendan Gallagher to discuss everything from his job search, the future of dentistry, the rise of new dental schools, predatory insurance, and DSOs. Email us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
022: How to Use AI to Beat Insurance | Shreyas Parab of DayDream 17.05.2026 1:00:37
DayDream Dental Website In this episode, I chat with Shreyas Parab, founder of Daydream, about leveraging AI to solve the most painful aspects of dental practice management—insurance claims, revenue cycle management, and administrative inefficiencies. If you don't like dealing with insurance (which is probably every dentist), than listen to this episode to see how you can get paid from insur...
021: He Created a 38 Practice Oral Surgery Empire | Dr. Jason Auerbach "BloodyToothGuy" 10.05.2026 53:43
In this episode, Dr. Jason Auerbach, also known as the Bloody Tooth Guy, shares his journey from starting Riverside Oral Surgery to leading a multi-state, surgeon-led practice management group. He discusses his approach to clinical autonomy, strategic growth, and investing in infrastructure, providing valuable lessons for aspiring dental entrepreneurs. It is a great discussion in how to increase a...
020: How to Build a Brand That Scales | Dr. Naved Fatmi 03.05.2026 49:03
Get Dr. Fatmi's Book Here! In this episode, you will gain a comprehensive perspective on building, managing, and growing a successful dental practice from someone actively involved in multiple clinics, a board member, and an educator. Discover practical advice on staffing, technology adoption, patient communication, and the value of continuous learning. Contact Dr. Fatmi: Instagram
019: How He Scaled to a $5M Practice | Dr. Tanner Brown 26.04.2026 50:39
SoFi Link for $1000! In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Tanner Brown and learn about his journey from being laid off to running a $5 million dental practice. This episode dives into practical tips on practice growth, soft skills, team building, and mindset, making it invaluable for dentists at any stage. Dr. Tanner Brown on Instagram Email us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
018: What To Look For In Your Practice Location | Kent Miller of Dentagraphics 19.04.2026 42:25
SoFi Link for $1000! In this episode of Operatory Empires, we delve into the nuances of choosing the right location for dental practices, influenced by market demographics, saturation, and long-term vision. Kent Miller from Dentagraphics shares practical insights tailored for new and experienced dentists looking to expand or start fresh. Key Topics How market analysis and demographic data shape pr...
017: Scaling to $5m+ By Beating Limiting Beliefs | Dr. Kris Bano 13.04.2026 48:19
Sofi Link for $1000 Discover practical strategies and mindset shifts with Dr. Kris Bano, a successful dentist and practice owner, as he shares his journey, actionable tips for scaling your dental practice, and the importance of team culture, systems, and niche dentistry. Resources & Links: Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion by Robert Cialdini Clinical Climb (Website)
016: How He Built a $3M Fee-For-Service Startup | Dr. Kye Williams 05.04.2026 1:14:31
Dr. Kye's Instagram: @drkyewilliams In this episode, Dr. Kye Williams shares his journey from dental school to building a thriving fee-for-service dental practice, emphasizing the importance of quality, branding, and mindset over conventional scale. Discover how startups can leverage innovation, leadership, and strategic marketing to create a top-tier patient experience and succeed in modern denti...
015: How He Is Growing a 12 Practice Franchise | Dr. David Park 29.03.2026 45:46
In this episode, Dr. David Park shares his journey from starting with a Medicaid office to scaling multiple dental practices through innovative systems and franchise models. We explore how systems, strategic growth, and mindset shifts can transform a solo practice into a multi-location empire that benefits both dentists and patients. Resources & Links: Clear Lake Dental Franchise CLD Franchise...
014: The Truth About Practice Ownership | Dr. Richard Low 22.03.2026 58:30
SoFi $1000 Bonus Link! Dr. Richard Low is a dentist who started the Shared Practices Podcast, and now has a mens group to help burned out dentists. In this episode, Dr. Richard Low shares his journey from dental school to owning multiple practices, the challenges of practice ownership, and insights on scaling in dentistry. He discusses the risks and rewards of practice acquisition versus startups,...
013: How to Buy the Right Dental Practice | Dr. Chris Marshall 16.03.2026 57:10
SoFi Link for $1000! Dr. Chris Marshall's Book on Buying a Practice: https://amzn.to/47NBLOb Dr. Chris Marshall specializes in helping dentists evaluate and acquire dental practices, providing independent analysis of the clinical, operational, and financial realities behind a deal. His work focuses on helping buyers avoid costly mistakes and make smarter decisions when purchasing a practice....
012: Starting a DSO Focused on Patients First | Dr. Raha Yousefi and Vince Gongola 08.03.2026 36:43
SoFi Bonus for $1000 (Click Here!) Dr. Raha Yousefi and Vince Gongola are a husband and wife duo that started BEADS Dental, a DSO with 3 practices and over 30 employees. In this episode, we discuss what they do differently compared to most DSOs, and how they help their team grow and elevate the patient experience. Email us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
011: Owning a $10M Pediatric & Ortho Office | Dr. Rob Mansman 02.03.2026 54:06
Free Disability/Malpractice Insurance Quote: bit.ly/JACKRKT Refinance with Sofi Here for up to $1000! Dr. Rob Mansman is a pediatric dentist that lives in Ft. Lauderdale, FL but practices in Frederick, MD. He has built a pediatric practice that did $3 million when he bought it to a $10 million ortho/peds combined office. In this episode he shares advice for future pediatric dentists, what to look...
010: How To Grow to 17 Practices Without Burning Out | Dr. Ryan Smith 23.02.2026 40:38
Dr. Ryan Smith's Business Development Course: https://courses.ryansmithdds.com/a/2148232620/5huzLLPL RK Tongue Insurance Link (Free Quote!): https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/dVj0fKg Dr. Ryan Smith’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@ryansmithdds?si=l7bnak6zdTtVgLh9 Dr. Ryan Smith is a dentist who was able to grow to 17 practices, as well as start a centralized call center, dental lab, dental ass...
009: Why More Dentists Should Start Clear Aligners | Dr. Avi Patel 16.02.2026 53:59
RK Tongue Insurance Link (Free Quote): https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/dVj0fKg SoFi Link for $1000: https://www.sofi.com/invite/medical-student-loans?gcp=1308b767-a53f-4468-b1e0-35249969e0ec&isAliasGcp=false Dr. Avi Patel is the Founder of Clear Aligner Advisor, a company that helps dentists start and have success implementing clear aligners in their practice. In this episode, we talk...
008: Becoming a 27 Year Old Practice Owner | Dr. Aubree Capen 09.02.2026 1:01:50
RK Tongue Insurance: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/dVj0fKg Refinance with SoFi for up to $1000: https://www.sofi.com/invite/medical-student-loans?gcp=1308b767-a53f-4468-b1e0-35249969e0ec&isAliasGcp=false Dr. Aubree Capen is a general dentist in Michigan who became a practice owner at 27 years old. In this episode, we talk about how she gained the clinical skills to own so quickly aft...
007: Gaining 1.9M Followers and Becoming a Young Practice Owner | Dr. David Cohen 01.02.2026 45:21
Use my SoFi invite link to earn a $1,000 bonus!: https://www.sofi.com/invite/medical-student-loans?gcp=1308b767-a53f-4468-b1e0-35249969e0ec&isAliasGcp=false Dr. David Cohen is a dentist and the owner of Alluna Dental in Los Angeles, CA. He is also a content creator, growing to over 1.9 million followers on tiktok. In this episode, we discuss the transition from dental school to private practic...
006: Starting a Mouthguard Company and Owning a Practice | Dr. George Garbis 26.01.2026 34:48
SoFi Link: https://www.sofi.com/invite/medical-student-loans?gcp=1308b767-a53f-4468-b1e0-35249969e0ec&isAliasGcp=false ThermoPact: https://thermopact.com/pages/the-science Dr. George Garbis is a practice owner in Columbia, MD and also started a mouthguard company called Thermopact, which changes color when the athletes mouth temperature gets too high. Email us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
005: Investing in Stocks and Real Estate As a Dentist | Dr. Mike Mackney "Invest With a DDS" 19.01.2026 28:49
Rate and Follow the podcast if you enjoyed! Find Dr. Mackney Here: https://www.investwithadds.com/ Dr. Mike Mackney is a dentist that has focused on growing his wealth through real estate and stocks over practice ownership. In this episode, we talk through each option and which is the most passive. Email Us: operatoryempires@outlook.com
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