The Dental Brief Podcast

We are joined by Emma Jade to discuss Startup Mistakes to Avoid: Key Lessons for New Dental Practices and more! Emma Jade has worked in dentistry since the nipper age of just 16 years old.  From an apprentice dental nurse to a treatment care coordinator, then management to running multiple sites with over 30 staff combined and two clinics of her own.  She decided to combine her knowledge gained in...

We are joined by Russ Ledbetter to discuss The Secret to Dental Practice Profitability and more! Russ Ledbetter has been successfully coaching dentists and their staffs since 1989. He is well known for consistently producing breakthrough results and showing successful dental practices how to get to the next level. He selectively works with only practices he knows he can help and has delivered resu...

We are joined by Dr. Laura Schwindt and Dr. Karen Tindall to discuss Achieving Work-Life Balance: Strategies for Dental Professionals and more! Dr. Laura is originally from Minnesota where she was a family dentist and owner of her own start-up boutique practice. She is co-founder of The Mint Door-an exclusive members' club for women dentists who crave the very best for their mind body and spi...

We are joined by Thomas Choi to discuss Unveiling the Benefits of AI in Dental Practice and more! Thomas Choi is a healthcare professional based in Sydney, Australia, with a strong passion for improving patient outcomes. After completing his studies in pharmacy, Thomas realized his desire for more hands-on patient interaction and a direct impact on healthcare. This led him to pursue a career in de...

We are joined by Dr. Shahin Safarian to discuss the Keys to Running a Successful Dental Practice and more! At the helm of the Lovebites Dental San Diego team is Dr. Shahin Safarian who has helped set the industry standard for dental care and cosmetic dentistry. His national and international lectures have spread the merits of his highly successful dental practice program and contributed significan...

We are joined by Steve Adams to discuss Managing Stress in Dentistry: Practical Tips and Strategies and more! Steve Adams, founder of The Tiger Medical Institute and co-creator of The Tiger Medical System for life-enhancing health, energy, and peak performance, and author of "Patient Number One?". Here’s what he knows about himself... He has given his whole life to others. Sure, he'...

We are joined by Jeffrey Scheperle to discuss Avoiding Practice Pitfalls: Why Due Diligence Matters and more! Jeffrey Scheperle is a 1996 graduate of the University of Missouri Kansas City School of Dentistry.  He has owned two general dentistry practices and worked in various others as a locum tenens during his early years of practicing.  In 2022, Jeffrey transitioned out of chairside dentistry t...

We are joined by Dr. Michael Karol to discuss Maximizing Profit in Dental Practice Sales and more! Having practiced clinical dentistry for over 26 years, Dr. Michael Karol is uniquely qualified to help you sell or buy your dental practice.  With his extensive experience in buying and selling several practices, as well as being a dental practice broker for 10 years, Dr. Karol has the expertise to g...

We are joined by Shelly VanEpps to discuss Steps to Building a Happy Dental Team and more! Shelly is the VP of Business Development & a Mastery Coach with All-Star Dental Academy.  By aiding in the growth and expansion of All-Star, Shelly’s passion for dentistry allows the company to focus on guiding dentists and their teams towards achieving their vision of a successful dental practice.  Beca...

We are joined by Gabriele Maycher to discuss Dental Strategies for Retention, Revenue, and Patient Outcomes and more! Gabriele Maycher is a passionate educator with 30+ years of clinical and business experience, she has revolutionized the way practices optimize client outcomes, growth, and revenue through her consultancy company, GEM Dental Experts Inc.  A former practice owner, published author,...

We are joined by Debbie Bittke to discuss How to Boost Dental Hygiene Department Performance and more! Debbie Seidel-Bittke has become a well-regarded voice in the dental profession. Her strategies for practice growth through the dental hygiene department have been transforming practices worldwide. As the founder of Dental Hygiene Solutions and Dental Practice Solutions, Debbie is devoted to helpi...

We are joined by Paul Patella to discuss Navigating the Digital Dentistry Revolution and more! Paul Patella, a 1980 graduate of the United States Coast Guard School of Dental Technology. He has worked with dentists throughout our beautiful country for over 4 decades. From the mid-90's until 2020, he held several North American leadership positions to develop and implement strategies to drive...

We are joined by David Lesh to discuss Secrets to Running a Successful Dental Lab and more! David Lesh is an entrepreneur, speaker, author and consultant specializing in the medical practice and medical device industries with concentrations in dental practice, DSO and dental lab management.  David grew up in the dental lab industry and started and exited two national labs, built the industry’s fir...

We are joined by Maritza Duran to discuss Outside-the-Box Marketing Ideas for Dental Practices and more! Maritza Duran is a former dental office manager who launched over 15 dental startups successfully prior to starting her own company.  She understands the needs and fears associated with starting and running dental practices, dealing with insurance companies, and building a great team. Learn mor...

We are joined by Kristine Berry to discuss Exploring Diversity and Inclusion in Dentistry and more! Kristine Berry is a strategic operation dental executive with 35+ years of experience.   She is an award-winning international speaker, the inaugural editor of the RDH eVillage online line newsletter, she is the author of Demystifying Smiles: Strategies for the Dental Team authored a chapter in the...

We are joined by Robert Spiel and Bryton Nield to discuss Building Thriving Dental Partnerships and more! Robert Spiel’s passion is building high performance teams who deliver exceptional service while doing more, in less time with less stress. His firms, Spiel Consulting and Dentist Partner Pros, transform general and specialty dental practices by building leaders at all levels – with a special f...

We are joined by Dr. Wren McCallister to discuss How to Prevent Hand Injuries for Dentists and more! Wren V. McCallister, MD, MBA has been practicing Hand Surgery in Edmonds, Washington since 2006.  Board-Certified in both Orthopedics and Hand Surgery, he has been recognized for excellence in patient care with numerous “Top Doctor” awards including Seattle Met Magazine and Castle Connolly.  His aw...

We are joined by David Wiener to discuss Mastering Cash Flow for Dental Practices and more! David Wiener, known as “Mr. Cash Flow” has been involved in the business of medicine and dentistry for over 40 years.   His experience includes 10 years as a practice administrator, COO of a medical billing company, and years of consulting, speaking, and educating.   The CEO of Cash Flow Strategies, Inc., D...

We are joined by Eric Swarvar to discuss about Secrets to Successful Dental Startups and much more! Eric Swarvar is a tenacious dental industry professional that is customer centric and goal driven, specializing in dental practice start-ups and build outs.  With 20 years of experience in the dental space, Eric has worked on projects assisting clients in starting, updating, modernizing, transitioni...

We are joined by Tija Hunter to discuss Behind the Scenes of Dentistry: Expert Insights on Hiring, Training, and Cutting Costs and much more! Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, CDIA, CDSO, MADAA, began her dental assisting career in 1981 and has never looked back. Being named one of the Top 25 Women in Dentistry in 2015 by Dental Products Report was one of the highlights of her career. She is a former vice p...

We are joined by Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi to discuss The People's Profession: Why Dentistry is More than Just Teeth and much more! Dr. Ivan Valcarenghi has over 35 years of experience in cosmetic and rehabilitation dentistry.  He recently started Radiante’ Dental & Facial in Elmhurst, Illinois, focusing on cosmetic dentistry and facial esthetics.  He is also a Diplomate with the American Boar...

We are joined by Eric Vickery to discuss How to Convert Calls to Appointments for Dental Practices and much more! Holding a degree in Business Administration, Eric brings a strong business and systems approach to his clients. Having managed dental practices for over ten years, combined with utilizing Dental practice management training, Eric has led teams to improving their practices through Coach...

We are joined by Dr. Abhay Bedi to discuss Navigating the Changing Landscape of Dentistry  Challenges and Solutions and much more! Abhayjit Bedi, DMD Dr. Abhay Bedi, DMD is a board-certified prosthodontist and founder of Bedi Dental Group. Bedi Dental is a 9-practice dental group with locations across the Northeast. It’s the result of Dr. Bedi's passion for patient-centric comprehensive care,...

We are joined by Dr. Michael D. Medovic to discuss Rural Dentistry: A Path to Financial Success and Community Impact and much more! One of the most important career moments for a dentist is when they join a practice, expand, or sell a practice. The current market for facilitating this important transaction is fragmented, inconsistent, confusing and stressful. It is often just about the transaction...

Save Money and Pay Your Team More All While Increasing Profits | Dr. Noel Liu | The Dental Brief #197We are joined by Dr. Noel Liu to discuss How to Save Money and Pay Your Team More All While Increasing Profits and much more! Dr. Noel Liu is a highly skilled and compassionate general dentist graduate of New York University College of Dentistry and founder of Secure Dental with multiple locations....