The Thriving Dentist Show
Episodes
How To Improve Your 9 Most Important KPI's
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Gary talks about the 9 most important KPIs to create a thriving practice and how to improve them. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3lEg4rt
Strategies To Increase Same Day Dentistry
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Does your practice finish the day with more production than when you started the day? If you don't, this episode is just what you need to listen to. S...
How Far Can I Go as a Solo Dentist Practice Owner?
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How far can you go as a solo dentist practice? Is a solo practice the right model to follow now? Listen to the episode to find out! Schedule a FREE ME...
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Christopher & Dr. Baldwin Marchack
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special episode featuring Dr. Christopher and Dr. Baldwin Marchack together, in which they both share their experiences in dentistry thus far. Shown...
Dental Real Estate
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the benefits of investing in real estate rather than renting out a space? To find out how to invest in real estate and avoid the landmines...
The Remarkable New Patient Experience
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary shares some detailed information that can be applied immediately in your dental practice to enhance a new patient's experience. ...
Six Goals to Achieve Personal, Professional and Financial Satisfaction
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary talks about 6 goals you must achieve to create a thriving dental practice.
Does the Trend in Concierge Medicine Apply to Dentistry?
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that there is a growing trend in medicine and health care towards concierge-style practices? Find out why and how you could develop your ...
Inflation : Now What?
30 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Inflation is a significant challenge everyone faces right now but is it a challenge or an opportunity to succeed? Listen to the episode to find out. S...
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Benjamin Seaton
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special episode with Dr. Benjamin J. Seaton, DDS, MAGD, in which Benjamin shares his experience in his journey in dentistry so far. Shownotes https:...
7 Questions for the New Patient Interview
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that you could build trust or distrust with your new patients within 30 seconds of your meeting? The new-patient interview is the initial...
Dr. Peter Dawson on Helping Patients Want Complete Dentistry
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As all of you know, Dr. Dawson is a legend in dentistry, and Complete dentistry was the term he coined as he learned more and more about providing com...
2022 Website Tips
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that only 4% of websites get 95% of the traffic on the internet? Is your website in that 4%? How do you get your website into that 4%? Tu...
Following Up on Unscheduled Treatment Plans
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that dentists are known as file cabinet millionaires? Do you know why? Tune in to this episode to find out why and how you can avoid beco...
Tips for a Thriving Hygiene Department
16 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Many dentists think that the hygiene department is a loss leader, but Dr. Omer Reed said that the hygiene department is crucial to have a successful p...
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Kevin Kellerman
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A special episode with Dr. Kevin Kellerman, DMD, in which Kevin shares his experience in his journey in dentistry so far. Shownotes https://bit.ly/360...
The One Mistake That Nearly Every Dental Practice is Making
02 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What's the common mistake most dental practices make that thriving practices don't? Listen to the episode to find out! Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3L0e...
Strategies to Attract and Keep Quality Associate Dentists
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Why is it better to have quality associates help you create an ideal dental practice? How do you attract quality associates? Listen to the episode to ...
How to Avoid 'System Degrading' in Your Practice
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you avoid system degrading in your dental practice? This is a common issue faced by a lot of dentists. Listen to this episode to find some fun ...
Important vs Urgent: 3 Applications
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you doing what's important in your practice or getting distracted by doing what's urgent? Listen to the episode to find out. Shownotes - https://b...
Dual Confirmation System
05 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How could you follow up on patient appointments and ensure they turn up for their appointment without fail? Listen to this episode to find out! Link t...
Thriving In Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Mauricio Rodriguez
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary interviews Mauricio Rodriguez, and they discuss Mauricio's journey in dentistry and experience that has helped to reach this poi...
A Short Cut to Attract Quality Dental Assistants
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you want to attract quality dental assistants? Then this is an episode you sure don't want to miss! Shownotes https://bit.ly/3JagwrT
You Have Been Taught a Flawed Case Presentation Technique!
15 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you make the same mistake regarding case presentations to patients? Listen to this episode to find out the most effective and successful way of cas...
Applying the 6 Leadership Styles in Your Practice
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Gary talks about Daniel Goleman's 6 leadership styles and how you can use these styles to solve challenges in your dental practice. Sh...
The Best Way to Pay Yourself as an Owner Dentist
01 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When you ask a dentist how they pay themselves, they would say they take what is left. Is this the right way to pay yourself as a dentist? Tune in to ...
Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond Part 2 : Influence At Work
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part 2 of the previous episode titled Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond. How do you influence people to choose you? Liste...
Mastering Digital Marketing in 2022 and Beyond
17 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Find out how to master digital marketing and get more patients to find your practice easily by ranking high in Google search results. Shownotes - http...
Biggest Mistakes Dentists Make when Purchasing a Practice
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The best possible career path is owning a dental practice, but it's not something suited for everyone. Listen to the episode to find out the four bigg...
Is Bigger Always Better?
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this insightful episode Gary will discuss and help you understand if a bigger practice is always better. Shownotes - https://bit.ly/3BF4VfF Upcomin...
Coach John Wooden As Your Mentor
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary will discuss the 6 principles of John Wooden and how they can be applied in dentistry. Show notes https://bit.ly/3EhkrA0
A Systematic, Step-by-Step Approach to Build Your Confidence with Fred Joyal
20 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary interviews Fred Joyal, and they discuss about Fred's new book Superbold: From Under-confident to Charismatic in 90 Days Shownote...
A System to Control Your Five Largest Expense Categories
13 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Always begin with the end in mind. In this episode Gary will talk about a system to control the 5 largest expenses in a dental practice. Shownotes htt...
Thriving in Dentistry Series Featuring Dr. Jon Marashi
06 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Gary interviews Dr. Jon Marashi and they discuss Jon's backstory and trajectory in dentistry as well as his business experience. Link ...
If Owning One Practice is Good, Should I own two?
29 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Is having one practice tough? How about owning two? In this episode, Gary speaks on If Owning One Practice is Good, Should I Own Two? Shownotes https:...
Can a PPO Practice Be a Thriving Practice?
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
PPO plans indeed give you high volumes, but the real question is, Do PPO plans give you high pay too? Listen to this insightful episode to find out. S...
How to use Focus Time in a Thriving Practice?
15 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary discusses how to use focus time in a thriving practice with the help of Stephen Covey's time management quadrant model.
Know your Patients
08 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Gary discusses the importance of knowing your patient and the 4 critical principles of L.D Pankey. Upcoming Masterclass https://bit.ly...
Tips from Social Media Masters in Dentistry
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary has invited 4 social media influencers to discuss how you could use social media for your practice and Develop a thriving dental...
Successfully Onboarding New Team Members
25 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary shares five simple steps to create an onboarding process that leads towards success. Shownotes https://bit.ly/3mtZ88C
A Life Well Lived in Dentistry
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary discusses the lessons that you could apply from four giants that contributed to dentistry in enormous ways. Show notes https://b...
Episode #500: Thoughts from Leaders in Dentistry on What Makes a Thriving Dental Practice in 2021 and Beyond!
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This is the 500th episode, So Gary has invited a few recognized leaders from dentistry to share tips on what makes a thriving dental practice in 2021 ...
Lessons from Steve Jobs Applied to Dentistry
04 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Jobs is considered a great legend mainly because he always pushed himself towards perfection, and thus, was created "Apple." In this episode, Ga...
The $1 Million NET Practice
28 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Remember the most famous saying - the first million dollars is the hardest? In this episode, Gary discusses the ideal model to create a million-dollar...
How to Achieve 10%+ Growth Every Year
21 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Would you like to grow your practice by at least 10% annually? Gary has achieved this growth percentage with all his coaching clients, and in this epi...
20 Metrics of a Thriving Practice
14 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Things that are measured will improve and data never lies. In this episode Gary talks about 20 metrics you need to measure to create a thriving dental...
6 Tips for Hiring in a Tight Labor Market
07 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary talks about six key steps that will help you hire new team members who will be the right fit for your practice in the tight labo...
What We have Learned in Call Recording and Call Coaching
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is the telephone the most important equipment in your dental practice? Did you know that 99% of new patients come into a dental office by making a...
5 Reasons To Be Bullish On Dentistry
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Would you believe dentists can be bullish about dentistry even in the current situation and have their best months or year? In this episode Gary will ...
The Five Most Important Lessons I've Learned Since Owning a Dental Practice
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary talks about the five most important things he has learned from owning a dental practice and shares them to help you create a thr...
Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that a culture is being created by itself even if you did not create one? Many of us would have tried things and failed, and the reason f...
Influence is Everything Today
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Gary will talk about Robert Cialdini's 6 fundamental principles of influence and share his personal experiences to help you understan...
Leadership in a Thriving Practice
26 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A common denominator amongst world-class dentists is that they have developed strong leadership skills. There are 6 different leadership styles that c...
No Coasting - A Lesson from Terry Bradshaw
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is about why you shouldn't be coasting if you want your practice to be a world-class dental practice. Gary also talks about the story of ...
One Minute Manager Dentist Style
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are 3 things that need to be done right to become an effective one-minute manager, and in this episode, Gary will help you get them done right. ...
Offense or Defense?
05 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the advantages of having an offensive mindset regarding decision-making in your practice? In this episode, Gary will share 5 situations an...
Funding Future Technology
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One of the common things amongst successful dental practices is that they constantly invest in the latest dental technology. But not all dental practi...
6 Steps to Successfully Resign from PPO Plans
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you thinking of resigning from PPO Plans? Many dentists are trying to resign from PPO plans because being dependent on insurance companies is a pa...
The $1,000 An Hour Dentist
14 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you satisfied with the hourly production you're achieving right now? If you're not, this is an episode you wouldn't want to miss. In this episode,...
Help! My Practice is Flat Lining
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary shares that if a practice is not growing, it's dying. And he shares how a flat-lining practice can negatively impact grow...
5 Strategies To Increase The Value Of Your Practice
31 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the five things you can do to lead an increase in the practice's value naturally? The practice is one of the most significant assets for a...
It's Time To Get Serious About Diagnosing And Treating Perio Disease In Your Practice
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Periodontal disease is an epidemic in today's world amongst adults, yet most practices cannot get their hygiene department to treat even 30% of patien...
A Proven System to Follow Up on Insurance Accounts Receivable
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are Insurance companies paying like they are supposed to? In this episode, Gary shares a system that will help you follow up on insurance account rece...
Strategies to Attract and Keep the Best Possible Team Members
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
One characteristic of a world-class dental practice is they successfully attract and keep quality team members. In this episode, Gary reveals five tip...
The Myth Busting Episode
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Myths often hold dentists back from achieving their full potential by limiting their mindset. In this episode, Gary will bust 5 common myths dentists ...
The Benefits to Adding a Part-Time Specialist to Your General Dental Practice
24 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
While many specialist dentists prefer the traditional route of opening or purchasing a specialty practice or becoming a partner in a specialty practic...
8 Important Details of A Winning Dental Practice Website
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Many dental practices miss out on attracting and converting new patients via online avenues simply because they don't have an optimized website or don...
How to Collect Everything You Produce
10 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today, many dental practices are owed more in "accounts receivables" than they should be. This significantly impacts the practice's financial strength...
The 5 Biggest Barriers to Practice Growth
03 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Growing your practice is often an exhilarating experience, however, like any other aspect in dentistry, this too has its own share of hurdles that we ...
Building a Successful DSO
27 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Building a successful DSO can be a very ambitious project that can help you on your journey to achieving financial independence as a dentist! In this ...
Retooling the body for 2021 with Dr. Uche Odiatu
20 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the grand scheme of things, we as dentists, spend a significant portion of our time taking care of patients and end up becoming negligent of our ow...
Strategies to Avoid Burnout
13 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you're not careful, you can get too caught up in the realities of day-to-day practice to the point where you may begin to experience burnout. Aroun...
Fast Track to Practice Ownership
06 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking forward to becoming a Dental Practice Owner? Whether you're a young dentist passionate about owning a practice or a dental student loo...
What is your BHAG?
30 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
BHAG stands for Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal. Having a BHAG will inspire you to set the right elements in place that will help you achieve this goal! In...
5 Tips to Make 2021 Your Best Year Yet!
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are you looking forward to 2021? It's no doubt that many practices had to put a hold on their plans on practice growth in 2020. Today as we draw close...
Is the Solo Dentist Practice Model Dead?
16 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The solo dentist practice model is not what it once was. It is increasingly difficult for dentists to keep up with the latest technology while managin...
How to Use 'After' Photos to Promote High Value Services in Your Practice
09 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After photographs have long been an effective way to inspire desire and confidence. In this week's episode, Gary and Naren discuss how dental practice...
Mergers and Acquisitions in a Thriving Practice
02 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Post covid -19, dentists have been facing challenges running their practices. This has presented an exciting opportunity for thriving practices to gro...
Strategies to Fill 92%+ of Your Available Hygiene Appointments!
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The hygiene department represents a hidden potential for many practices. In today's episode, Gary examines the importance of the hygiene department in...
Taking Your Practice From Good to Great!
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Transformation is a word we hear so often these days and for valid reasons. In this week's episode, Gary elaborates on how to build a truly great prac...
How to Grow the Whitening Component of Your Practice
11 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A whiter & brighter smile plays a crucial role in forming positive impressions. In this week's episode, Gary and Naren discuss the importance of the w...
Strategies to Create a Legacy Practice!
04 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We all want to build a legacy. However, building a legacy practice is easier said than done. It is a systematic process that requires incredible focus...
HR and COVID-19: What Dentists NEED to Know with Ali Oromchian
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Covid-19 pandemic is an unprecedented crisis that has brought upon a rapid change in the workplace. This week, Ali Oromchian - Founder and CEO of ...
The Associate Episode
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you love dentistry and your practice, but wish you had a bit more time for yourself? Most solo dentists complain that, although business is thrivin...
We Don't Need More PPE, We Need Better PPE - Meet Clara with Fred Joyal and Cherie Le Penske
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We've all had to wear more PPE than usual, and finding a mask that is both comfortable and effective has proven quite challenging. In this week's epis...
Strategies to Successfully Reactivate Past Due Hygiene Patients
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that it costs you less to keep an existing patient than it does to attract a new one? Every dental practice has plenty of existing patien...
Is the way your phone answered the Achilles' heel in your Practice?
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Many dentists invest in marketing to attract potential new patients, but what they don't realize is that if their team does not answer incoming phone ...
Mutual Aid Agreement - Everything You Need to Know
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a dentist, one of the most valuable assets you own is your practice, and if you think about it, the value of a practice is highly dependent on the ...
The Benefits of 'Book Club' with your Team Members
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To be better tomorrow than you are today is a philosophy that Gary firmly believes and follows each day. He and his team at LifeSmiles, have followed ...
The AMA (Ask Me Anything) Episode
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary answers 11 practice management questions shared by dentists and practice owners like you. These series of questions cover...
Tips to Help Dentists Do More of the Dentistry They Love!
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary shares actionable tips to help patients accept more of the types of dentistry that the Dentist would like t...
How to Avoid the Coming Crisis in Your Hygiene Schedule
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs shares tips on how you can take actionable measures to avoid the coming crisis in your hygiene schedule. Due to th...
4 Tips to Become a More Effective Leader
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs shares the importance of leadership in a dental practice and how you can develop it. Gary also shares a list of bo...
The One Metric You Must Know if You are a PPO Practice!
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs will be diving deep into a metric that 9 out of 10 dentists involved in PPO plans are completely unaware of. A lot...
A Pathway for More Fee-For-Service Patients!
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs will share all of the details behind the concept of using an in-office membership plan to attract ne...
The Biggest Scheduling Mistake That Dentists Make
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's Thriving Dentist Show podcast, Gary shares about the biggest scheduling mistake that dentists make. Scheduling appointments is one of t...
World-Class Dental CE Resources
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary shares valuable information on world-class CE resources with many details on courses plus dentists that will help our lis...
7 Specific Tips to Improve Your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) on Google
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs shares 7 specific tips to improve Search Engine Optimization on Google. Mastering SEO on google is a pathway for a...
Tips To Convert Potential New Patient Calls To Appointments
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs shares 4 tips on how to convert potential new patient calls to appointments. According to him, it's all about firs...
The Benefits Of Assisted Hygiene
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Gary Takacs talks about the benefits of assisted hygiene & provides you with secret tips that will help you implement this sys...