Most dentists look at their profit and loss statement but miss the numbers that actually drive practice growth. In this episode, Kevin Bray of Dental Accounting Group shares the key financial metrics every practice owner should monitor to improve profitability, increase production, and make smarter business decisions without getting lost in spreadsheets. Kevin explains why…
Are PPOs quietly costing your dental practice hundreds of thousands of dollars? In this episode, PPO expert Shelley DeGroff reveals how hidden contract terms, outdated reimbursement rates, and insurance strategies can significantly reduce profitability without most dentists even realizing it. Host Art Wiederman sits down with Shelley DeGroff, founder of PPO Advisors, to unpack the…
Dentistry is becoming more stressful than ever, and the effects go far beyond a busy schedule. Burnout, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress are impacting more dentists than many realize. In this conversation, Dr. Kristin Yont shares her personal journey through overwhelming stress and explains how it led her to discover evidence based strategies that transformed…
The market is hitting new highs, but that doesn’t mean your investment strategy is working. In this episode, Art Wiederman and Joe Kalinowski explain why building wealth as a dentist has far less to do with predicting the next winning stock and far more to do with having the right long term plan. From the…
Credit card debt is one of the biggest financial threats facing dentists today, and rising interest rates could make it even harder to escape. In this episode, Art Wiederman explains why so many dental professionals fall into the debt trap, shares practical strategies to break the cycle, and discusses important Social Security changes that could…
Thinking about buying or selling a dental practice? The decisions you make years before a transition can significantly impact your practice value, retirement plans, and long term financial success. In this episode, dental transition expert Dan Van Eps shares what dentists need to know to navigate today’s practice sales market with confidence. Art Wiederman and…
Dental insurance is no longer a simple benefit you explain at the front desk. It has become one of the most complex and frustrating parts of running a dental practice, and if you are not paying close attention, it is quietly costing you money, time, and peace of mind. In this episode, Art Wiederman sits…
What makes patients trust a dentist enough to accept treatment, stay loyal for years, and refer everyone they know? In this episode, dental consultant Andrea Clasen shares lessons from nearly six decades in dentistry and explains why the most successful practices are built on communication, leadership, and genuine patient care instead of pressure or sales…
Ever wonder why some dental practices thrive while others feel stuck no matter how hard the doctor works? The difference is rarely talent and almost always comes down to mindset, leadership, and systems. In this episode, we dive into what truly drives profitability and growth in a dental practice. Success is not about working harder…
What if the biggest threat to your dental practice is the very system you’ve been told you need to survive? In this episode, Art Wiederman sits down with longtime dental coach Gary Takacs to unpack one of the most pressing issues facing dentists today, rising overhead and the growing dependence on insurance. With costs climbing…