# dental — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 30 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover dental. Page: Feed: --- ## [Startup vs Acquisition, Which Path Actually Wins?](https://www.thrivingdentist.com/) _2026-08-19 · The Thriving Dentist Show_ Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah on the startup vs acquisition decision that shapes a dental career. The three situations where a startup actually makes sense, and why most dentists do not qualify for any of them. A real coaching client who was collecting $700,000 on $1 million in production, replaced $300,000 in annual PPO write-offs with $15,000 in Ekwa SEO marketing, and grew collections to $1… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/takacslearningcenter/TDS763.mp3?dest-id=85047) ## [2026 3D Summit Recap: Small Steps, Big Future](https://share.transistor.fm/s/3bd14a87) _2026-08-18 · Dr. Tarun Agarwal · Dentistry Made Simple with Dr. Tarun 'TBone' Agarwal_ The 2026 3D Summit was more than a continuing education event—it was a reminder that the right community, education, and small decisions can create a much bigger future. In this episode, T-Bone and Meredith look back at the 2026 3D Summit, which took place in Orlando this past March. From standout speakers and clinical insights to team-building moments at Universal and late-night karaoke, they… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/3bd14a87/b5f333a2.mp3) ## [Ep. 795 - Practical Pediatric Dentistry Tips for GPs](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/pediatric-tips-general-dentistry) _2026-08-17 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ What does it take for a general dentist to stop dreading pediatric appointments and actually start enjoying them? The answer may involve improv comedy, a safari in Kenya, and a few well-chosen words about a dolphin tail. Dr. Nidhi Kotak is a dual American- and Canadian board-certified pediatric dentist, certified lactation counselor, and internationally recognized dental educator with over 14… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_900_kotak_zyris_pedodontics_ek.20260726202615628.mp3) ## [321. From $800K a Year to Bankrupt: What Went Wrong](https://thelifestylepracticepodcast.podbean.com/e/321-from-800k-a-year-to-bankrupt-what-went-wrong/) _2026-08-17 · The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists_ In this episode, Dr. Raheel Haider breaks down the exact red flags that turned an $800K practice into a bankruptcy — sky-high rent eating into profit margins, $10,000/month in marketing that wasn't converting, a saturated market with brutal competition, and a seller he didn't trust. This is a real case study in dental practice acquisition, practice due diligence, and the numbers every dentist… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ysuf5ec9gdynzj6d/audio_1_86mhk.mp3) ## [Episode 449: How the Best Dentists Keep Their Assistants Happy and Loyal](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-449-how-the-best) _2026-08-17 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What if the secret to keeping great dental assistants has nothing to do with fancy perks and everything to do with respect? In this episode, Dr. Marc Goldman shares how investing in his team, trusting their expertise, and creating a culture of mutual appreciation helped build a loyal and high performing practice. Dr. Marc Goldman reflects on more than four decades in periodontics and explains why… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2381216124-user-649058115-episode-449-how-the-best.mp3) ## [NAMI New Hampshire](https://northeastdeltadental.podbean.com/e/nami%c2%a0new%c2%a0hampshire/) _2026-08-14 · Northeast Delta Dental_ Tom Raffio interviews Kristen Welch, the director of development at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) New Hampshire, whose mission is to provide support, education, and advocacy to all Granite Staters who have been affected by mental illness or suicide. [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/btwfufei45q58pek/8_15_26_NAMI6odmc.mp3) ## [You Know Enough. Now, Get Started!](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/you-know-enough-now-get-started) _2026-08-13 · Jamison Spencer · Sleep Intel_ Whether it's oral appliance therapy, PRF injections, or a new fitness regimen, action is the antidote to analysis paralysis ## [Don't Sign Another PPO Contract Until You Watch This](https://rss.com/podcasts/art-of-dental-finance-management/3052166) _2026-08-12 · Art of Dental Finance and Management_ 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 complex world of… [Listen](https://content.rss.com/episodes/365439/3052166/art-of-dental-finance-management/2026_08_06_23_01_35_ec2a3ad3-8db9-4057-b8d8-de0d020de11b.mp3) ## [Ep. 794 - Health-Centered Dentistry: A Smarter Path to Improved Clinical Outcomes and Practice Growth](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/mouth-body-connection) _2026-08-12 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ What if your dental practice could detect cardiovascular risk, catch uncontrolled diabetes early, and reduce adverse pregnancy outcomes — all before a patient ever sees their physician? This episode is hosted by Dr. Phil Klein, DMD, endodontist, and founder of Viva Learning LLC — the largest dental continuing education platform in the world with over 460,000 dental professionals in its user base.… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_846_pklein_mouth_body__bisco-pulp_septodont_ek.20260701185019543.mp3) ## [The Strategic Planning Episode](https://www.thrivingdentist.com/) _2026-08-12 · The Thriving Dentist Show_ Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah on the one question that separates thriving dental practices from stuck ones: if your practice was as good as it could be, what would that look like? Three real coaching case studies — Invisalign starts from 3 to 29, solo to two-doctor, PPO-heavy to fully out of network by June 30th. The 68% statistic. The office manager hallway story. Why PPO plans are 30 times… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/takacslearningcenter/TDS762.mp3?dest-id=85047) ## [Real SIMs for AI Agents (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/7zfYua1V14kM) _2026-08-12 · **Sponsored**_ Pass 2FA and verifications with real carrier numbers via our API. ## [Your Dental Practice Is Busy… So Why Aren’t You Making Money?](https://share.transistor.fm/s/682a2304) _2026-08-11 · Dr. Tarun Agarwal · Dentistry Made Simple with Dr. Tarun 'TBone' Agarwal_ A full schedule doesn’t always mean a profitable dental practice. In this episode, T-Bone answers real questions from dentists dealing with some of the most common challenges in practice ownership, from schedules that constantly fall apart to record production months that somehow still leave you wondering where the money went. T-Bone breaks down how to build a schedule your team can actually… [Listen](https://media.transistor.fm/682a2304/c64d7b97.mp3) ## [Make It Make Sense: Second-Class Veterans](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/make-it-make-sense-second-class-veterans) _2026-08-11 · American Mythology · Sleep Intel_ How One VA Coverage Rule Fails the Patients Farthest From Care, and Its Effects On Dentists Who Serve Them...By Luke Bauserman, DDS, D.ABDSM, CCSH ## [Ep. 793 - Mastering Porcelain Veneers: From Digital Wax-Up to Post-Insertion Visit](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/mastering-porcelain-veneers) _2026-08-10 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ What separates a veneer case that runs smoothly from one that falls apart at cementation — and how do the most experienced clinicians consistently deliver stunning results? This episode breaks down every phase of the porcelain veneer workflow with the kind of clinical specificity that only comes from decades of real-world practice. Dr. Gary Radz is a cosmetic dentist based in Denver, Colorado,… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_898_radz_bisco_veneers_ek.20260726203458997.mp3) ## [320. He Bought a 3-Chair Practice With ZERO Patients on Day 2 — Now It's Doubled | Dr. Eric Palmer](https://thelifestylepracticepodcast.podbean.com/e/320-steve/) _2026-08-10 · The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists_ Five and a half years ago, Dr. Eric Palmer bought a three-operatory dental practice about 20 minutes outside one of the most competitive dental markets in the United States. The practice had no insurance verification process, no real treatment plan presentation, and a hard credit check on every new patient. Today, that same practice has doubled its production and collections on the same three… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4bhhq3c9mwaa7y2c/The_Full_audio_Podcast8754g.mp3) ## [I don't know what I am doing again, but I have to figure it out.](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/realspective/episodes/I-dont-know-what-I-am-doing-again--but-I-have-to-figure-it-out-e3n6leo) _2026-08-10 · Dana · Realspective_ Ok so take it back to 2021, when the first episode of "Idk what I'm doing, but I'll figure it out" series started. Here we are five years later, back in the same boat, but different storm. [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/ef306c0/podcast/play/123999128/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-10%2F429534768-44100-2-02d64652eb2c.m4a) ## [Episode 448: The Truth About Being a Dental Assistant That Nobody Talks About](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-448-the-truth-about) _2026-08-10 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What if the biggest factor holding a dental practice back is not technology or production goals, but the way dental assistants are valued? In this conversation, leadership coach Brandi Marzolino shares why it is time to recognize dental assistants as essential leaders, invest in their growth, and create workplaces where they can thrive instead of simply getting through the day. Brandi Marzolino… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2377350386-user-649058115-episode-448-the-truth-about.mp3) ## [Easterseals NH](https://northeastdeltadental.podbean.com/e/easterseals-nh/) _2026-08-07 · Northeast Delta Dental_ In this edition of Northeast Delta Dental Radio, host Tom Raffio interviews Jamie Staton, Major Gifts Officer at Easterseals NH. Jamie shares how his transition from broadcasting to philanthropy has given him a new appreciation for the extraordinary reach and impact of Easterseals across New Hampshire and Vermont. The conversation explores the organization’s wide range of programs serving… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/56cgjm38dq3hchsu/8_8_26_Jaimie_Staton_EasterSealsNH8guz1.mp3) ## [The Mouth-Body Connection, Patient Trust and the Future of Dental Care with Joe Feldsien](https://podcast.show/beckersdentaldsopodcast/episode/154968455/) _2026-08-07 · Becker's Healthcare · Becker's Dental + DSO Review Podcast_ In this episode, Joe Feldsien, Senior Vice President of Integrated Care at PDS Health, discusses the growing role of oral health in whole-person care, including advances in salivary diagnostics, CBCT technology and the mouth-body connection. He also shares leadership insights on building patient trust, prioritizing the right initiatives and using AI to strengthen strategy and structure in… [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/beckersdentaldsopodcast/ins.blubrry.com/beckersdentaldsopodcast/BKR_HC_DSO_Joe_Feldsien_P_8-9-26_RD1.mp3) ## [Ep. 792 - Out of Survival Mode: Building the Practice You Love](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/dental-survival-mode) _2026-08-06 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ Are you stuck running as hard as you can but still not moving the needle in your practice or career? Many dentists find themselves trapped in what feels like an endless cycle of busyness without meaningful progress. Dr. Todd C. Snyder joins us to share his insights on breaking free from "survival mode" and building a thriving dental practice. Dr. Snyder received his DDS from UCLA School of… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_811_snyder_e1_survival_mode_nsk_bisco-bond_ek.20260408184016930.mp3) ## [3 Actionable (and FREE!) Marketing Tips Dental Sleep Medicine Practices Can Implement Now](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/3-actionable-and-free-marketing-tips) _2026-08-06 · Lane Rizzardini · Sleep Intel_ You can and you should market your DSM practice. These simple tips will make a real impact. ## [Home Internet From Space (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fSAFJysCxU4o) _2026-08-06 · **Sponsored**_ Residential satellite internet that brings connectivity to homes beyond conventional networks ## EP 344: Stop "Should-ing" on Yourself: Reclaim Focus, Crush Comparison, and Take Control _2026-08-06 · Dentistry On FIRE_ We’ve all done it, scrolled through social media and thought, “I should be doing that by now.” Whether it’s comparing dental cases or life milestones, that toxic little word “should” can hijack your focus, erode your confidence, and leave you spinning in a cycle of procrastination and burnout. In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske breaks down how to escape the self-sabotaging trap… [Listen](https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/JXL8897355039.mp3) ## [Special Episode: Are Your Dental Finances Healthy? Check These 4 Metrics](https://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com/special-episode-are-your-dental-finances-healthy-check-these-4-metrics) _2026-08-05 · Nobody Told Me That! A Dental Podcast with Teresa Duncan_ Can four numbers reveal the true health of your dental practice? In this takeover episode, Dental Revenue Network member Ashley Bond of Wisdom Dental Billing explains why your monthly metrics may matter more than your production goals. Think of these reports as clues to hidden revenue rather than regular tasks. She explores the four key numbers that provide a clear picture of a practice's… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/traffic.libsyn.com/secure/nobodytoldmethat/Wisdom_Specical_Episode_2_NTMT_Different_Timing_for_video_to_get_the_chapter_timing.mp3?dest-id=548680) ## [If You're the Smartest in the Room, Leave](https://bulletproofdentalpractice3715.libsyn.com/if-youre-the-smartest-in-the-room-leave) _2026-08-05 · Bulletproof Dental Practice_ The fastest way to stall your growth is to be the most accomplished person in your circle. Peter and Craig are living the opposite this summer. Craig is recording from Aspen and Peter just got back from Baker's Bay, both dropped into rooms where they quickly realized they are a smallest fish in the pond, which is exactly where they want to be. Recorded the week of the sold-out Bulletproof Summit,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bulletproofdentalpractice3715/The_Power_of_Immersion_Podcast_before_summit.mp3?dest-id=426879) ## [Is Your Marketing Actually Working? The Few Numbers Every Owner Should Watch](https://www.thrivingdentist.com/) _2026-08-05 · The Thriving Dentist Show_ Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah on the five marketing numbers every dental practice should track and most do not. The two-chasms model. The conversion grading scale: A is 70%, national average is 33%, failing is below 50%. A coaching client who went from 12 to 38 new patients per month with zero extra marketing spend after their team's first real phone training. Plus, the bonus problems: missed… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/takacslearningcenter/TDS761.mp3?dest-id=85047) ## [The Silos that Separate Us & The Language That Binds Us](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/the-silos-that-separate-us-and-the) _2026-08-04 · Sleep Intel_ How a Shared Mental Model Can Reunite the Fractured World of Sleep Medicine By Dave McCarty, MD, FAASM ## [Leaving the Chair Without Quitting](https://bulletproofdentalpractice3715.libsyn.com/leaving-the-chair-without-quitting) _2026-08-03 · Bulletproof Dental Practice_ Dr. Todd Christensen calls in from Minnesota with 20 operatories across two locations, a big remodel behind him, and a question he can't shake: at 45, how does he transition out of clinical dentistry and into the executive role without the guilt? His patients don't make it easy. When he tries to hand them to an associate, they tell him they would rather wait months for him than see anyone else.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bulletproofdentalpractice3715/Hotline_call_part_2.mp3?dest-id=426879) ## [Ep. 791 - The Latest in Composite Dentistry: Universal Composites, Bonding & Clinical Pearls](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/latest-universal-composites) _2026-08-03 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ Is your composite workflow actually giving patients the best possible outcome, or are small technique errors quietly costing you bond strength, longevity, and chairside efficiency? Dr. John K. Zalesky, DMD, MBS, FICOI, FAGD brings over a decade of clinical and academic experience to this conversation. He holds a Master of Biomedical Science from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_897_zalesky_bisco_composites_ek.20260701183615417.mp3) ## [319. 2026 Is Halfway Over: Are You Winning or Losing as a Dentist?](https://thelifestylepracticepodcast.podbean.com/e/319-2026-is-halfway-over-are-you-winning-or-losing-as-a-dentist/) _2026-08-03 · The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists_ 2026 is officially halfway over — and if you're a dentist or dental practice owner, that means it's time for an honest mid-year check-in. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Matt Vogt breaks down the real difference between dentists who are winning in 2026 and dentists who are losing, based on patterns he sees across practice ownership, dental practice management, and everyday life.… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/v82akfhf2irr43rs/winning_or_loosing_in_2026_audio73lyt.mp3) ## [Episode 447: What Dental Assistants Say About Working at Aspen Dental](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-447-what-dental) _2026-08-03 · Dental Assistant Nation_ What does it take to build a lasting career in dental assisting? In this episode, you'll hear firsthand how earning a CDA, embracing continuous learning, and working in a supportive environment can open doors to leadership, hygiene school, and long term career growth. Kevin Henry sits down with Molly Ward, Mikelle, and Lynn Turner to explore their career journeys at Aspen Dental and the impact of… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372824451-user-649058115-episode-447-what-dental.mp3) ## [Granite State Independent Living](https://northeastdeltadental.podbean.com/e/granite-state-independent-living-1784914273/) _2026-07-31 · Northeast Delta Dental_ [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/yzfa623vp2y8b2ud/GSIL.mp3) ## [Stream Torrents and IPTV Instantly (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/1HJN1qvzYEoP) _2026-07-31 · **Sponsored**_ Search, index, and play music, movies, books, and live TV in your browser. ## [Hotline Calls: When Is the Right Time to Sell?](https://bulletproofdentalpractice3715.libsyn.com/hotline-calls-when-is-the-right-time-to-sell) _2026-07-31 · Bulletproof Dental Practice_ "I'd only sell for a stupid multiple. Thirteen, fifteen X." A five-practice owner from Dallas calls the hotline with the question every group owner is quietly asking: when do I sell, and what's the highest multiple anyone has actually gotten? What follows is one of the most candid breakdowns of the DSO economy you'll hear anywhere. Zombie DSOs, zero interest rate policy, bridge loans at 18… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bulletproofdentalpractice3715/Final_hotline_calls_export.mp3?dest-id=426879) ## [Ep. 790 - How a 31-Year-Old Dentist Built Trust, Case Acceptance, and a Fee-for-Service Cosmetic Practice](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/fee-for-service-cosmetic-practice) _2026-07-30 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ How do young dentists establish credibility and build case acceptance for high-end cosmetic work when competing against decades-experienced clinicians? Dr. Luis Abrahante is a cosmetic and implant dentist practicing in Mountain Brook, Alabama, near Birmingham. After graduating from the University of Alabama in 2021, he has built a thriving fee-for-service practice in just three years, specializing… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_850_abrahante_31_yo_trust_kuraray_voco-composites_ek.20260408183648627.mp3) ## [How Heartland Dental Is Helping Address Staffing Challenges in Dental Offices](https://podcast.show/beckersdentaldsopodcast/episode/154517785/) _2026-07-30 · Becker's Healthcare · Becker's Dental + DSO Review Podcast_ In this episode, Lori Hall, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Heartland Dental, discusses the ongoing hygiene staffing shortage, its impact on patient care and practice operations, and how flexible workforce solutions and proactive planning are helping dental offices meet evolving staffing needs. This episode is sponsored by Heartland Dental . [Listen](https://media.blubrry.com/beckersdentaldsopodcast/ins.blubrry.com/beckersdentaldsopodcast/BKR_HC_Heartland_Dental_Sponsored_P_7-30-26_RD1.mp3) ## EP 343: The Secret Muscle Behind Every Great Dentist: Certainty _2026-07-30 · Dentistry On FIRE_ Ever feel like you're doing all the right things, but still not breaking through in your practice or personal life?In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske dives into the one trait that silently determines your success as a dentist, parent, spouse, and leader: certainty. Whether you're facing indecisiveness with patients, burnout in your practice, or disconnection at home, Dr. Buske… [Listen](https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/JXL5632479451.mp3) ## [The Mindset Every Dentist Needs to Avoid Burnout](https://rss.com/podcasts/art-of-dental-finance-management/3017386) _2026-07-29 · Art of Dental Finance and Management_ 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 both her career and her life.… [Listen](https://content.rss.com/episodes/365439/3017386/art-of-dental-finance-management/2026_07_24_00_04_43_414a885f-c3c8-44b3-999b-0dc08a448bc4.mp3) ## [How to Make Your Hygiene Exams as Effective as Possible!](https://www.thrivingdentist.com/) _2026-07-29 · The Thriving Dentist Show_ In 2025, 60% of all high-value cases across Gary Takacs's coaching client base came directly out of the hygiene exam. This episode covers the full system: intraoral camera protocol, verbal pass-off, the personal detail that makes patients feel remembered, AI-powered patient note preparation, and how to balance efficiency with genuine connection. Plus, Naren on the 40% of the population actively… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/takacslearningcenter/TDS760.mp3?dest-id=85047) ## [S09 E06: Beyond dentistry: four pillars, better systems and the AI-powered practice manager](https://tworeds.libsyn.com/s09-e06-beyond-dentistry-four-pillars-better-systems-and-the-ai-powered-practice-manager) _2026-07-27 · Two Reds are Better than One_ In this episode of the Two Reds Podcast, Chris Barrow and Ashley Latter welcome back Julia Riese, Director of Marketing and Operations at Coastal Dental Care in Australia, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, systems, practice growth and the practical use of AI in dental business management. The first part of the conversation focuses on Julia's book, Beyond Dentistry: Mastering the… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/tworeds/s9e6.mp3?dest-id=452663) ## [Ep. 789 - Why Biomimetic Dentists Demand A Precision Handpiece](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/biomimetic-dentistry-handpiece-precision) _2026-07-27 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ What does it really take to preserve pulp vitality in a severely decayed posterior tooth — and how does your handpiece factor into that outcome? Dr. Anna Paholiouk is a restorative dentist practicing in Orange County, California, whose clinical philosophy is rooted in minimally invasive advanced adhesive dentistry based on biomimetic principles. She serves as Adjunct Faculty at the University of… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_891_paholiouk_nsk_biomimetic_ek.20260623170506442.mp3) ## [318. The 3 Problems Killing Dental Practice Profits in 2026 (And How to Fix Them)](https://thelifestylepracticepodcast.podbean.com/e/318-the-3-problems-killing-dental-practice-profits-in-2026-and-how-to-fix-them/) _2026-07-27 · The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists_ Every dental practice owner is facing the same three problems in 2026: insurance reimbursements that haven't kept up with inflation, a staffing and retention crisis, and overhead that keeps climbing no matter what you cut. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Derek Williams breaks down why these dental practice management challenges have gotten worse — and more importantly, what… [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/32tpiyu9e68s8dcq/The_Three_biggest_challenges_in_dentistry_in_2026_audiobmki0.mp3) ## [Episode 446: How Certification Changes a Dental Assistant Career (Part 2)](https://soundcloud.com/user-649058115/episode-446-how-certification) _2026-07-27 · Dental Assistant Nation_ Is dental assisting just a job or can it become a long term career with more opportunities, higher confidence, and greater earning potential? In this episode, we explore why national certification is helping dental assistants take their careers to the next level and why leading organizations are investing in professional growth. In part two of this three part series, Kevin Henry is joined by Amber… [Listen](https://pdcn.co/e/http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2367239807-user-649058115-episode-446-how-certification.mp3) ## DentalBytes ep 173 - Building Something Bigger Than Yourself _2026-07-24 · Dentist on Demand - DentalBytes_ Send us Fan Mail Dentistry can be isolating—but it does not have to be. Marc sat down with Dr. Faraj Edher on location at the BC Dental Study Club headquarters in downtown Vancouver. Since our last conversation, the study club has grown to more than 3,500 members. But this episode is not simply about growth. It is about what becomes possible when education, community, leadership, and technology… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/890125/episodes/19522928-dentalbytes-ep-173-building-something-bigger-than-yourself.mp3) ## [The End of Mercury Fillings in Medicaid](https://iaomt.substack.com/p/the-end-of-mercury-fillings-in-medicaid) _2026-07-24 · IAOMT · IAOMT: Biological Dentistry & Systemic Health_ 5 Surprising Takeaways from the HHS announcement ## [Osher Lifelong Learning Institute](https://northeastdeltadental.podbean.com/e/osher-lifelong-learning-institute/) _2026-07-24 · Northeast Delta Dental_ [Listen](https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/6fbf2h25hf63w8vi/OLLI.mp3) ## [You Don't Have to Do This Alone \[Special Episode\]](https://bulletproofdentalpractice3715.libsyn.com/you-dont-have-to-do-this-alone-special-episode) _2026-07-24 · Bulletproof Dental Practice_ This episode is different. We asked members of our mastermind community to send in voice notes answering one question: what has this actually meant to you? Then Peter and Craig hit record and heard every message for the first time, reacting live. What came back was honest, unscripted, and at moments hard to get through. We share it because practice ownership does not have to be the lonely,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/bulletproofdentalpractice3715/REMASTER_-_PETER_AND_CRAIG_FINAL_Untitled_1_-_20260727_14.33.mp3?dest-id=426879) ## [You Blinked & It Happened; the Week That Was](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/you-blinked-and-it-happened-the-week) _2026-07-24 · Jason Tierney · Sleep Intel_ Here are some things you may have missed from Sleep Intel: Direct-to-consumer OAT, Learning Ladders, RPMO2, Reading AND Writing in Your Sleep, and mucho more... ## [Ep. 788 - Making the Laser Leap: Implant Care That Pays Off](https://vivalearning.com/dental-podcasts/peri-implantitis-dental-laser) _2026-07-23 · The Dr. Phil Klein Dental Podcast_ Are you maximizing your ability to save implants threatened by peri-implant disease? With millions of implants placed annually, peri-implant complications are becoming routine challenges in every practice. Dr. Robert Convissar brings over four decades of clinical experience and pioneering expertise in dental laser technology to this essential discussion. A New York City-based general practitioner,… [Listen](https://cdn.vivarep.com/contrib/va/podcast/podcast_778_convissar_lasers_impantitis_shining3d_bisco-cements_ek.20260408182840556.mp3) ## [Will Direct-to-Consumer Oral Appliance Therapy Turn Out the Lights On Dental Sleep Medicine?](https://sleepintel.substack.com/p/will-direct-to-consumer-oral-appliance) _2026-07-23 · Jason Tierney · Sleep Intel_ Part 2: Life, Limb, and Liability? ## EP 342: The Pivot Protocol: One Framework to Transform Your Body, Practice, and Life _2026-07-23 · Dentistry On FIRE_ What if your body, yes, your physical health, is the very thing holding your practice and personal life back? In this episode, Dr. Buske dives into a game-changing framework that’s helped thousands of dentists ignite momentum in every area of life, starting with the body. If you’ve ever felt drained, stuck, or overwhelmed by the demands of dentistry, this conversation could be your reset button.… [Listen](https://pscrb.fm/rss/p/traffic.megaphone.fm/JXL8538830931.mp3) ## [How to Become THE Practice for the Dentistry You Love](https://takacslearningcenter.libsyn.com/how-to-become-the-practice-for-the-dentistry-you-love) _2026-07-22 · The Thriving Dentist Show_ Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah on the one strategic move that separates the happiest dental practices from the rest: the signature service. How to choose it by following your heart rather than market data, build it through lab-fee cases and the right ambassador patient, schedule around it with a dedicated template, and market it through consistent organic search presence, landing pages, before… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/takacslearningcenter/TDS759.mp3?dest-id=85047) ## Live from Milan: Voices from ISDH Podversations from the live event (Ep 182) _2026-07-21 · American Dental Hygienists' Association · Hygiene Rising_ Host Matt Crespin brings you voices from Milan, where dental hygienists from 47 countries gathered for the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene. 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