Solutions For Exceptional Dentists

This episode follows Grant Hunsicker, an Ohio dentist who transformed a small three-operatory practice into a highly efficient eight-operatory office by embracing coaching, systems, and intentional practice design. Grant shares how buying an adjacent practice, dropping insurance, creating video SOPs, and leading a lean team helped him grow production by nearly a million dollars while also reclaimi...

As a dentist, the challenge of balancing work with family life is all too familiar. Joe Musselman, who has been practicing dentistry in Phoenix for nearly a decade, shares his journey of creating a thriving practice while putting his family first. In this post, you'll learn about Joe's approach to achieving a fulfilling work-life balance, the importance of articulating a clear vision for your prac...

In the competitive world of dentistry, many professionals find themselves facing significant challenges in practice management, patient relationships, and team dynamics. Dr. Ben Spiger, a dentist in Helena, Montana, has navigated these challenges successfully, and in this post, we’ll explore the transformative insights he shared during an interview. You’ll learn about his journey, the strategies h...

When it comes to running a successful dental practice, many professionals struggle with maintaining a balance between patient care and business management. Dr. Cameron Clark, a dentist with nearly two decades of experience, faced this challenge head-on. In this blog post, we’ll explore Dr. Clark's journey of revitalizing his practice, the pivotal role of effective management, and how he found succ...

When it comes to establishing a successful dental practice, many young dentists grapple with the challenges of transitioning from dental school to real-world practice. In a recent conversation with Dr. Josh Hong, a general dentist based in Denver, we explored his journey of purchasing a dental practice and the valuable lessons he learned along the way. This post will delve into Dr. Hong's insights...

When it comes to managing a dental practice, maintaining a healthy work-life balance can often feel like an uphill battle. Many dental professionals struggle with long hours and overwhelming responsibilities. In this post, we’ll explore the inspiring journey of Dr. Scott Studerus, who successfully transitioned from a chaotic work schedule to achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. You'll discove...

In the world of dentistry, the journey to success is often filled with challenges that can feel overwhelming. Dr. Juliana Hall, a passionate dentist with over 13 years of experience, faced her own hurdles before transforming her practice into a thriving hub of patient care and satisfaction. In this blog post, we'll unpack Dr. Hall's insights on optimizing dental practices, enhancing patient relati...

In the world of dentistry, partnerships often come with unique challenges and rewards. When I sat down with Dr. Brandon Pierce, a general dentist from San Diego, he shared his journey of running a dental practice alongside his wife, Jennifer. In this post, we'll explore how they navigated the complexities of their professional and personal lives, the implementation of innovative systems, and the i...

In the world of dentistry, creating a successful practice goes beyond just providing excellent care; it requires a well-thought-out strategy and a dedicated team. In a recent podcast, Dr. Chris Mueller shared his insights on running a productive dental practice, highlighting the importance of teamwork, efficient operations, and personal growth. Let’s delve into the key points from his journey and...

Dr. Conner Noland shares his journey from being a dentist to becoming a successful practice owner in Heber Springs, Arkansas. He discusses the significant role that Blatchford Solutions played in his transition, emphasizing the importance of business knowledge in dentistry. Dr. Noland highlights his focus on implant dentistry, particularly All-on-X procedures, and shares insights into his practice...

Victoria Daugherty, a general dentist from St. Louis, shares her journey of transitioning from an associate dentist to owning her own practice. After 15 years of working as an associate, she realized she wanted more control over her career and lifestyle. With the support of a coaching company, Blatchford Solutions, she gained the confidence to purchase a dental practice and implement effective sys...

Trace Favre shares his journey as a dentist in Mississippi, detailing his transition to a Blatchford practice and the significant changes it brought to his professional and personal life. He discusses the challenges he faced, including a lymphoma diagnosis, and how he navigated treatment while maintaining his practice. Trace emphasizes the importance of having a supportive team and the systems imp...

Duane DeLaune, a dentist from Metairie, Louisiana, shares his powerful journey from burnout to balance, revealing how he transformed his boutique dental practice into a thriving, team-centered business that supports both professional success and personal fulfillment. With over 30 years in dentistry, Duane reflects on the stress and uncertainty he faced managing the business side of his practice be...

Dr. Tejas Patel, DDS, breaks down how applying the 80/20 rule transformed the way he practices dentistry. Instead of filling his days with high-volume, high-stress procedures, he took a step back to analyze which treatments were actually driving the majority of his revenue— and realized cosmetic dentistry was the clear winner. Dr. Patel shares how restructuring his schedule around the procedures h...

Dr. Michael Martins shares his journey from working in a Blatchford practice in Oregon to purchasing and transforming his own practice in North Carolina. Growing up in a dental family with both parents in dentistry, he learned the Blatchford philosophy working for Dr. Devin Bryce for seven years before moving across the country after Bryce's unexpected passing. Dr. Martins purchased a struggling P...

Dr. Tricia Nelson and her partner Dr. Rachel Popple achieved remarkable practice transformation, growing collections by $1 million in their first year with Blatchford while dramatically improving work-life balance. Initially seeking to maintain profitability while taking more time off, they exceeded expectations by reducing daily hours from 8-4 to 8-2 (Monday-Thursday) and increasing vacation from...

Dr. Tracy Davis describes her 11-year journey with Blatchford Solutions, working just 125 scheduled days per year (three days a week) while taking 10-12 weeks of vacation annually. Starting with a biochemistry background and no initial interest in dentistry, she found the profession perfectly combined science, medicine, business ownership, and artistry. Through multiple practice transitions—from a...

Dr. Brian Jacobsen, dubbed "The King of Ephrata" by Bill Blatchford, shares his journey from working 180+ days per year to just 128 days (2.48 days per week) while dramatically increasing profitability. Starting with Blatchford in 2013 after meeting successful dentist Matt Fluggie, Dr. Jacobsen overcame key challenges including staff retention while working fewer days and implementing an effective...

Dr. Courtney Levine describes her evolution from AACD-accredited cosmetic dentist to board-certified orthodontist. Despite building a successful fee-for-service practice with Blatchford Solutions' help and achieving accreditation, she felt unfulfilled after checking all the traditional success boxes. Her personal experience with sleep-disordered breathing treatment opened her eyes to airway issues...

Dr. Alexandria Ross shares her unconventional path to dentistry with no family connections to the field, discovering her passion through undergraduate shadowing experiences. After dental school, she and her husband spent two years traveling the world, which sparked her interest in wine and led to becoming a certified sommelier. This unique combination resulted in co-founding Stained Tooth Educatio...

Dr. Rhys Spoor, with 42 years of experience, shares insights about his Aesthetic Excellence course at the Dental Ceramics Institute in Cleveland. The hands-on program allows dentists to perform live patient treatment with temporary Ohio licenses, providing real-world learning experiences. Dr. Spoor emphasizes that aesthetic dentistry is 20% technical skill and 80% people skills, stressing the impo...

Tamara Myles, professor at Boston College and researcher at University of Pennsylvania's Positive Psychology Center, discusses her book "Meaningful Work" and its application to dental practices. As sister to Blatchford client Dr. Daniella Eversgerd and daughter of a Brazilian pediatric dentist, Tamara understands dental practice dynamics. Her research reveals that meaningful work consists of three...

Dr. Haissam Dahan from Ottawa demonstrates the power of practice niching by transitioning from general dentistry to focusing exclusively on TMD, sleep medicine, and Botox therapy. His specialized practice now produces close to $4 million annually while working only three days a week and taking 12-13 weeks off per year. With three young children, this schedule allows him to maintain perfect work-li...

Dr. Adam Langan from Norfolk, Nebraska, discusses his evolution from a small-town practice to becoming a digital dentistry leader and educator. Starting with a practice purchased from a 74-year-old dentist in 2010, Adam realized he needed advanced training to serve his remote community's complex cases. Through extensive education at Kois Center and Pacific Institute/Digital Dentistry Institute, he...

Dr. Matt Giulianelli and his wife Kay, both dentists, share their 15-year Blatchford journey that began before they even purchased their first practice. They discuss how prioritizing life-work balance from the start allowed them to take 9-10 weeks off annually while raising two teenagers. Matt explains their strategic transition from insurance dependence to fee-for-service over five years, includi...