Daily Dental Podcast

549. Resume Virtues vs. Eulogy Virtues—What Really Matters

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Success in dentistry often focuses on production numbers, case acceptance, and revenue. But at the end of the day, how will people remember you? Today...

548. No Cheat Codes in Dentistry: Success is in the Daily Work

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We all love the idea of a shortcut—the one marketing trick, system hack, or secret formula that skyrockets success. But in dental practice managemen...

547. Good to Great: The Power of Deliberate Practice

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Practicing more isn’t the key to mastery—practicing better is. Today, Dr. Killeen dives into the concept of deliberate practice and how it can tak...

546. Never Stop Learning: The Key to Growth in Dentistry

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The best dentists—and the best leaders—never stop learning. Today, Dr. Killeen talks about why continuous growth is essential in a profession that...

545. The Science of Giving: Why Generosity is Good for You

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever notice how doing something kind for someone else instantly lifts your mood? That’s not just a coincidence—it’s science. Today, Dr. Killeen ...

544. Shiny Object Syndrome: Why Chasing Everything Gets You Nowhere

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever feel like every new idea, gadget, or strategy is the thing that’ll take your practice to the next level? That’s Shiny Object Syndrome at wo...

543. Momentum: How to Build It, Keep It, and Get It Back

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When momentum is on your side, everything feels easier—full schedules, a dialed-in team, and steady growth. But when it slips? Even small tasks star...

542. Criticism or Just Noise? How to Filter Feedback That Matters

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Not all criticism is created equal—so why let every opinion shake your confidence? In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple rule: Don’t ...

541. Speed vs Progress: Are You Racing in the Right Direction?

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In a world that glorifies speed and efficiency, it’s easy to equate fast movement with real progress. But what if you’re just accelerating in the ...

540. Passion Follows Mastery: Why You Don't Need to 'Find' It

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Struggling to feel passionate about your work? You’re not alone—but maybe you’re looking at passion the wrong way. In today’s episode, Dr. Kil...

539. Leading by Letting Go: The Key to True Leadership

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Great leadership isn’t about micromanaging—it’s about empowering others to thrive. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful insight f...

538. The Milo Effect: Small Steps, Big Growth

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Success isn’t about overnight leaps—it’s about daily, consistent effort. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares the story of Milo of Croton, a...

537. Bought vs. Earned Status: Are You Playing the Right Game?

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Status quietly shapes our decisions every day—but are we chasing the right kind? In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down the difference betwee...

536. The Yes-Damn Effect: How to Stop Overcommitting

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever say “yes” to something weeks in advance, only to regret it later? That’s the Yes-Damn Effect in action—a sneaky habit where we assume “...

535. Rethinking Competition: Are Other Dentists Really Your Rivals?

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen challenges the idea that the dentist down the street is your biggest competitor. Instead, he explores Simon Sinek’...

534. The Power of the Pause: Finding Freedom in Your Response

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on a key lesson from Dr. Jason Tanoory on a podcast, inspired by Viktor Frankl’s wisdom: “Between stimu...

533. Redefining a Rich Life

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it really mean to live a rich life? In today's episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down why true wealth isn’t just about hitting financial mil...

532. Running Your Personal Finances Like a Business

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Killeen dives into personal finances and why structuring them like a business can bring more clarity and freedom. Addison breaks down a sim...

531. Growth Happens Outside Your Comfort Zone

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores the power of stepping into the unknown and how real growth comes from pushing past our comfort zones. Inspi...

530. Building Trust: The Foundation of a Strong Team

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni and explores why trust is the key to a high-perform...

529. The Power of Adaptable Consistency

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Consistency isn’t about rigid discipline—it’s about adaptability. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down why showing up, even in small wa...

528. Plan Your Summer Now—Before It Slips Away

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Summer might feel far off, but it’ll be here before we know it! In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the importance of forward-thinking—n...

527. The "Helped, Heard, or Hugged" Method

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen confesses to being a "fixer" by nature. While this mindset helps solve problems in the office, it can caus...

526. Navigating Team Transitions When Buying a Practice

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the challenges of managing a new team after purchasing a dental practice. While you're hopeful for a smooth tr...

525. The Cost of Learning from Mistakes vs. Mentorship

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a hard truth—mistakes aren’t the best teacher, they’re just the most expensive. While learning from you...

524. Let Go to Grow: When to Move On from Old Tools & Beliefs

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful story about the danger of holding onto belief systems, tools, or habits longer than we should. Thr...

Special Weekend Episode: From Dentist to Tech Innovator: Dr. Lior Tamir’s Journey

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special weekend episode of The Daily Dental podcast, Dr. Killeen sits down with his good friend, Dr. Lior Tamir to discuss his unique path f...

523. The Key to Treatment Planning Success: Be Interested, Not Interesting

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares one of the best treatment planning tips he’s learned from his partner, Dr. Brandon Chapek. What makes Dr. C...

522. The Doctor Time Scheduling Key: A Small Change with Big Impact

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into a simple yet game-changing tool for efficiency—the doctor time scheduling key. Does your team know exac...

521. The Power of Presence: Being a Darkest Hour Friend

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a simple yet powerful way to support someone going through a difficult time. When people are struggling, our ...

520. Flip Your Thinking: The Power of Inversion

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen introduces an unconventional but powerful way to improve decision-making—Inversion. Instead of just asking, “How...

519. Read Books, Live Better: The Surprising Benefits of Reading

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a fascinating study from Yale that shows how reading books can reduce your risk of mortality by 20% compared ...

Special Weekend Episode: Mastering Same-Day Treatment & Smart Marketing with Dr. Ben Kacos

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Daily Dental Podcast, Dr. Killeen teams up with his good friend and fellow dentist, Dr. Ben Kacos, to dive into the essentials...

518. The Unseen Grind: How Small Efforts Shape Big Wins

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about the importance of the unseen work that leads to success. Sharing a personal story about his early mornin...

517. The Joy Is in the Journey: Finding Fulfillment Through Drive

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares a powerful story about legendary Michigan State coach Tom Izzo, who, just hours after winning a championship,...

516. Overcoming Complacency: How to Reignite Your Drive

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about complacency—how it can sneak up on you, even when you're at the top of your game. While resting and re...

515. The Power of Drive: Embracing Selfishness for Success

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the concept of drive and the idea that it might make you seem selfish—whether it’s skipping a party f...

514. The Power of Drive: Finding Focus and Purpose

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What is drive, and what if you feel like you’ve lost it? Today, Dr. Killeen explores the true meaning of drive—not endless hustle, but focused, ...

513. Your Defining Moment: Own It and Take Action

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every success story begins with a pivotal moment—the moment you decide life is happening FOR you, not TO you. Today, Dr. Killeen dives into the pow...

512. Mastering Your Practice’s Finances with Ease

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Finances can be a major pain point, but they don’t have to be! Today, Dr. Killeen dives into the importance of streamlined financial systems and int...

511. A Mindset Shift for Better Patient Care

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Killeen reflects on a powerful idea from David Foster Wallace’s This is Water—we never truly know what others are going through. In the...

510. The Halo Effect in Dentistry

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Killeen dives into the fascinating concept of the halo effect—how our overall impression of someone can cloud our judgment in unrelated areas. I...

509. The Venn Diagram of Success

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Killeen breaks down a simple yet powerful concept to refine your practice philosophy—the Venn diagram. Picture two circles: one for your ...

508. The Power of Play

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the underrated value of play—not just for kids, but for adults too. Whether it's shooting hoops, experime...

507. The Power of Win-Win

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the concept of win-win and how reciprocity influences our relationships—both in dentistry and beyond. H...

506. Finding True Experts

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down how to spot real expertise in a world full of social media “gurus.” True experts have earned knowl...

505. Unlock Your Learning Potential

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the power of learning and how understanding how you learn can unlock your full potential. It's not ...

504. Understanding Your Biological Instincts

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wonder why you snap at someone after a stressful day? It’s all rooted in our biological instincts for reacting to stress. In today’s episode,...

503. Clear Your Mind with Cognitive Diffusion

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen introduces the concept of cognitive diffusion from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Learn how stepping back to obs...

502. Turning Failures into Stepping Stones

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Killeen reflects on the wisdom of great entrepreneurs and investors, reminding us that success isn’t about avoiding setbacks—it’s about usin...

501. Fractals: Consistency in Practice

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the fascinating concept of fractals and how they mirror the systems in our dental practices. Just like fr...

500. Absorb, Redirect, Succeed

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen draws inspiration from martial arts, exploring the concept of absorbing power. Instead of resisting problems, he exp...

499. Targeted Ads for Practice Growth

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Killeen explores the value of targeted advertising in dentistry. Learn why it’s smarter to focus marketing on areas needing growth, like implant...

498. Does Your Team Know Your WIGs

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the importance of having Wildly Important Goals (WIGs) that unite and motivate your team. Is your WIG cry...

497. Maximizing Fulfillment: Why Wait?

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are you truly maximizing your life for fulfillment, or just stuck on the treadmill of routine? In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the three ...

496. Mastering Practice Finances: Tools for Success

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the challenges of stepping into practice ownership, from managing claims to keeping accounts receivable i...

495. Maximize Marketing: Focus on Retention, Not Just Acquisition

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen flips the script on marketing strategies—what if reducing patient attrition is more valuable than chasing new lead...

494. Profitability: The Key to Practice Growth

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into key performance indicators and highlights profitability as the ultimate measure of success. Is your pract...

493. Breaking Barriers in Dentistry

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Killeen dives into how the true challenge in dentistry isn’t other practices, but the millions who avoid care altogether. Discover strategies to...

492. 5 Steps to Lasting Change

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into Switch by Chip and Dan Heath—a must-read for creating lasting change. Whether you’re inspiring your...

491. Front Office Systems for Success

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen dives into front office systemization and why it’s crucial for keeping your practice running smoothly—and secure...

490. Crafting a Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

No one enjoys addressing performance issues, but having a structured approach can make the process fair, productive, and professional. In this episode...

489. Title: Handling Bad Google Reviews Like a Pro

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Bad Google reviews can be tough to swallow—especially when they stem from upset patients. In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen shares tips on how to h...

488. Courage Is Calling—Facing Fear and Taking Action

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen reflects on courage in both personal and professional life, inspired by Ryan Holiday’s Courage is Calling. He ex...

487. Kickstart Your Habits with Atomic Tips

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Dr. Killeen dives into the excitement of starting new habits and making positive changes. Drawing insights from Atomic Habits by Ja...

486. New Year, New Goals—Setting Your Practice Up for Success

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a new year—time to reflect and set fresh goals for your practice! In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen talks about reviewing last year’s numbe...

485. Building Wealth: The Magic of Compound Interest

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen breaks down the power of compound interest and how it can shape your financial future. From saving early to smart re...

484. Streamline Your Front Desk with AI Call Summaries

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen introduces Mango Artificial Notes, a game-changing tool for dental practices. Discover how it saves time by adding c...

484. 3 Video Types Every Practice Needs

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Killeen explores how video content can boost engagement, build trust, and educate patients like never before. He breaks down...

483. Practice Success: Goals and Systems

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Dr. Addison Killeen addresses the financial and emotional stress of running a new practice. He reassures listeners that it does get easier—wi...

482. Legacy Over Numbers: Building Meaningful Impact

25 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen reflects on the legacy we leave behind—memories and values that outlast financial success. He encourages listeners to prioritize...

481. Gratitude and Holiday Wishes

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Addison Killeen expresses heartfelt gratitude to his listeners and the Dental Success Network team. He highlights the contri...

480. Growth Starts Before You're Ready

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Addison Killeen explores the concept of incongruence—when how you feel about yourself doesn’t match how you present to t...

479. End-of-Year Focus: Optimizing Your Hygiene Department

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares how to refocus on your practice's foundation: the hygiene department. Learn about the 3.3 Times Rule, the 25% Rule, and the...

478. Planning for Peace of Mind

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As the year ends, Dr. Addison Killeen discusses an essential but often overlooked topic: planning for the future and the end of life. He shares advice...

477. Strategic Planning for New Patients

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen dives into the importance of setting clear goals for new patient acquisition. Not all new patients are the same—comprehensive ex...

476. The Power of Reviews: A Challenge for Free Books!

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reviews build trust, boost visibility, and attract new patients—essential for any dental practice. In today's episode, Dr. Addison Killeen challenge...

475. The Power of Being Present

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen explores the importance of staying present during patient exams, team meetings, and time with family. He highlights how being pres...

474. Training a Front Desk Hire with No Dental Experience

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares a step-by-step guide for onboarding a front desk hire with no dental background. From using Front Office Academy for a cras...

473. Boost Your Practice with Low-Cost Marketing

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares tips for managing marketing expenses by leveraging low-cost social media strategies. From showcasing patient success storie...

472. Setting Clear Goals

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen wraps up the year by emphasizing the power of clear, concise goals for your dental practice. Learn how to set realistic and energi...

471. Crafting Clear Employee Contracts

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen highlights the importance of well-crafted employee contracts in dental practices, especially for those with associates. Clear expe...

470. Overcoming Loss Aversion in Treatment Planning

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen explores how loss aversion shapes treatment planning decisions. Fear of patient pushback can lead to overly conservative choices o...

469. When Implants Fail: Costs and Protocols

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen dives into the realities of dental implant failures, exploring their financial, operational, and reputational impact. Learn how to...

468. Year-End Tax Tips for Dentists

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares practical advice for optimizing your tax strategy before year-end. From maximizing retirement contributions to pre-paying e...

467. Tackling Uncomfortable Conversations

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen dives into the value of addressing tough conversations, from staffing issues to unpaid treatments or partner concerns. He challeng...

466. 4 Steps to Boost Steady Production

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen explores the shift in patient trends post-COVID and how solid systems can maintain steady practice flow. He outlines four essentia...

465. Transforming Practice Efficiency with AI

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing dentistry in today's episode. Dr. Addison Killeen highlights Mango Voice's innovative AI softw...

464. Monitoring Weekly Metrics

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen reveals the 5th driver of success in his practice: weekly metric monitoring. He shares how tracking real-time numbers in Open Dent...

463. Copy, Adapt, Thrive

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares the fourth key to his practice’s success: copying proven ideas. Learn how borrowing strategies from others and leveraging...

462. Key to Success: Trusted Associates

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares the third driver of his practice’s success: having exceptional partners and associates. He explains why trust, shared val...

461. The Ideal Team Player

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares the second driver of success in his practice: hiring happy people. Drawing inspiration from Patrick Lencioni's The Ideal T...

460. The Top Driver of Success: Systems & Protocols

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares how systems and protocols shape success, from patient care to daily operations. Learn how reviewing and tweaking one system...

459. Leaving a Financial Legacy: Key Steps

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen discusses the financial aspect of leaving an intentional legacy. Learn four key steps: assembling a trusted advisory team, creatin...

458. Leaving a Legacy of Character and Values

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen delves into the deeper aspects of leaving a legacy, focusing on character and values—often the most impactful yet hardest to mea...

457. When Plans Go Off Track

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen shares insights on building agility when life derails your plans. Learn how to turn fear into focus, adapt to new realities, and f...

456. Visualizing Your Legacy

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen invites listeners to reflect on their legacy by imagining the fall or winter of life. How many years away is 75? What activities w...

455. Building an Intentional Legacy

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen reviews The Intentional Legacy by David McAlvany, reflecting on what legacy means and exploring three principles of successful f...

454. The Power of Route Slips for Office Communication

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Addison Killeen explores the game-changing benefits of using route slips to streamline communication in your dental office. From recording real-ti...

453. How Branded T-Shirts Can Boost Your Practice

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In today’s episode, Dr. Addison Killeen shares a conversation with a fellow DSN member on using branded t-shirts as an easy, effective marketing too...