The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes

Dr. Mark Costes tackles community questions about leadership, fitness, and AI tools. He shares insights on maintaining fitness while traveling and prioritizing tasks using the Four Futures framework. Mark discusses AI platforms that streamline operations and offers advice on retaining talent through appreciation and clarity. He reflects on his journey as a practice owner and highlights valuable mentors. Plus, discover his current reading list for scaling success!

Dr. William Balanoff is a prosthodontist, educator, and CEO of Smile Perfected, known for his expertise in implant workflows. He shares his unique journey into dentistry and discusses the merging of surgical and restorative practices. Balanoff emphasizes the role of technology in empowering general dentists to provide complex care and explains how his company offers customizable solutions. He also reveals the inspiration behind Smile Perfected, a whitening system developed from his frustrations with existing products, now utilized in thousands of dental offices.

In this discussion, Troy Eckard, a 40-year veteran of the oil and gas industry and founder of Eckard Enterprises, reveals insights from his extensive experience managing over $1.3 billion in assets. He explains the dramatic shift from speculative drilling to a data-driven approach. Troy also highlights how high-income earners, especially dentists, can benefit from lucrative tax incentives and immediate write-offs. He emphasizes the importance of vetting operators and shares strategies for balancing mineral rights with working interests to maximize returns and capital recovery.

Dr. Dan Briskie, co-founder of the Colorado Surgical Institute and a dental surgery expert, teams up with Dave Rohr, founder of Proceed Finance and a financing specialist. They tackle the September slump for dental practices. Key strategies include reactivating patients with targeted campaigns and leveraging financial options to boost treatment acceptance. They also discuss maximizing slow periods for team training and utilizing community outreach. The duo highlights the importance of insurance campaigns and innovative financing solutions to keep practices thriving.

Daniel Jimenez, co-founder and CEO of Stride Dental Group, brings a unique perspective from his engineering background at Amazon into the dental industry. He discusses the challenges of translating corporate accountability into dental operations and shares insights on building effective systems for change. Daniel also talks about his innovative SaaS platform, FeeStream, which simplifies insurance fee updates. With a focus on patient care and team culture, he reveals how Stride navigates growth while prioritizing operational excellence.

Alastair Macdonald is an international counter-wildlife trafficking operator and esteemed keynote speaker renowned for his insights into high-agency entrepreneurship. He shares gripping stories from conflict zones and financial turmoil, urging listeners to rethink certainty and redefine success. Alastair emphasizes the importance of red-teaming strategies, viewing crises as opportunities, and cultivating autonomy. He challenges the notion of the 'single payment fallacy' and encourages a pursuit of personal passions, promoting a mindset of resilience and authenticity in uncertain times.

In this conversation, Alistair McDonald, a former safari guide turned strategic advisor, discusses how we need to rethink leadership in the face of economic shifts like AI and inflation. He introduces the idea of becoming a 'high-agency individual' and emphasizes the dangers of hyper-specialization in an uncertain world. With captivating anecdotes, including a suspenseful wildlife encounter, Alistair highlights the importance of adaptability and critical thinking, encouraging listeners to embrace their generalist skills to thrive in the future.

In this engaging discussion, Samad Syed, founder and CEO of mConsent, shares the inspiration behind his innovative dental operations platform, born from a frustrating billing experience. He reveals how mConsent transforms dental practices by digitizing intake and automating workflows, reducing front desk burnout, and improving patient communication. Samad discusses the seamless integrations with major PMS systems and introduces the AI-powered features that enhance patient reactivation and reputation management. This insightful chat highlights the future of dental practice efficiency!

Dr. Taher Dhoon, a dental surgeon and co-founder of the Colorado Surgical Institute, shares insights on integrating frenectomies into general practice. He emphasizes the clinical importance of this procedure for both children and adults facing airway issues. The discussion covers technique options, comparing CO2 lasers to scalpels, and how to build a referral network with pediatricians and lactation consultants. Taher also previews their new frenectomy curriculum, detailing its role in expanding professional skill sets and enhancing patient relationships.

Dr. Cody Boals, a Colorado Springs dentist and co-founder of Kissing Camels Family Dentistry, shares his inspiring journey from small-town Illinois to running a thriving practice. He discusses the challenges of leadership during crises, including a NICU stay that shaped their vision. Cody dives into creative grassroots marketing strategies that boosted patient numbers and emphasizes a family-first approach amidst his endurance racing pursuits, like the Leadville 100. He offers insights on growth, community outreach, and the importance of maintaining values while scaling a business.