In just over three months of practice ownership, Dr. Tim Balzen has already produced double the income he made last year as an associate — and he’s closing on a second building in a few weeks to keep up with demand. In this episode, Dr. Tim sits down with Steve to walk through the five-year,…
In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt and Dr. Derek Williams dive deep into what it really takes to succeed as a dental practice owner—whether you’re starting from scratch or acquiring an established practice. Are you thinking about starting a dental practice but unsure if it’s the right move? In this…
In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice, we break down 7 powerful money lessons every dentist and parent should know—covering financial freedom, smart investing, compound interest, and how to teach kids about money the right way. Most people don’t learn through advice—they learn through experience and ownership. That single shift changes everything about how you…
Thinking about buying a dental practice but not sure where to start? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, host Derek Williams sits down with practice acquisition expert Brian Hanks — founder of Dental Buyer Advocates (DBA) and author of “How to Buy a Dental Practice” — to break down everything new and aspiring…
How does a dentist have his best collections month ever — paying $20,000 extra toward debt and taking home $15,000 more — without doing a single big case or expensive CE course? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr Matt Vogt reveals the three lowest-hanging-fruit needle movers that grow a dental practice from…
What separates the most successful dentists from average performers? It’s not intelligence, strategy, or opportunity — it’s the ability to keep going when it’s no longer exciting. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Derek Williams reveals the #1 rule of long-term success in dentistry, dental practice ownership, and life. Drawing from “The…
Is dental practice ownership worth it in 2026? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Derek Williams breaks down the real pros and cons of owning a dental practice — the truth social media gets wrong, the financial risks nobody warns you about, and the mindset shifts every dentist must make before buying…
The dental hygienist shortage is REAL — and it’s hitting practices across the country hard. If you’re a dentist struggling with hygienist turnover, rising hygiene pay rates, or difficulty hiring dental hygienists, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt breaks down exactly what’s driving the dental…
Dental students — this episode is for YOU. The Lifestyle Practice team — Steve Van De Graaff, Derek Williams, and Matt Vogt — officially announce the launch of the TLP Student Academy: an online course built specifically for dental students who want to graduate ready to OWN a dental practice, build wealth, and design a…
Are you a dentist or dental practice owner feeling stuck working in your business instead of on it? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Steve reveals the 4 powerful daily questions every dentist needs to ask themselves each morning to build a thriving dental practice — without sacrificing family, health, or freedom….