Art of Dental Finance and Management

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Dr. Martin Mendelson for a conversation about the transformative power of positivity, specifically in dental practices. Dr. Mendelson shares his personal journey from dentist to coach and the mindset shifts that allowed him to turn a devastating diagnosis into a fulfilling career. Dr. Mendelson introduces the concept of T.E.A.M. — how our Thoughts drive our Emotions, which drive our Actions, which Manifest our results. He also discusses the importance of curiosity and open communication in creating a positive workplace culture.

Janice Hurley has helped practices across the country increase their profit margins by decreasing their dependency on outside insurance plans. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Janice walks Art through the five things any dental practice must consider before dropping an insurance plan, as well as how to prevent losing patients during the transition.

Listeners of the podcast are encouraged to email Janice at [email protected] for a chance to win a free copy of her book, Dental Image Branding: How to Create Optimal Patient Impact.

“Today is the first day of the rest of your life. There's nothing you can do about all the days before today.”

In this special 200th episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art reflects on his 40-year career as a dental CPA — including how he got to where he is today and where he hopes to go next. Art encourages listeners to do the same and shares his advice for becoming not just a more successful dentist, but a happier, more fulfilled person.

Thank you to our listeners, creative partners, sponsors, and everyone else who has made this milestone possible!

Social media is no longer a nice-to-have for dental practices; it’s a must-have. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman is joined by author and social media marketing specialist Rita Zamora for a conversation about leveraging social media to attract patients, recruit employees, and build trust. Rita shares best practices for what, when, and how to post for the maximum impact.

Listeners of the podcast are encouraged to email Rita at [email protected] for a special offer.

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman is joined by acclaimed dental attorney Ali Oromchian for a conversation about human resources in dentistry. Ali shares the most common HR mistakes he sees in dental practices, as well as advice for avoiding legal challenges, maintaining compliance, and fostering a positive work environment. Art and Ali also discuss some of the most pressing issues in dentistry today: artificial intelligence, hybrid work, and an aging workforce.

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman welcomes dental attorney Jason Wood to discuss crucial legal considerations for practices thinking about selling to a Dental Service Organization (DSO). They cover who should (and shouldn’t) consider selling, common mistakes and how to avoid them, and essential pre-sale factors to ensure a smooth and profitable transition. Tune in for helpful advice on navigating the DSO partnership process and making informed decisions for your practice.

More than two thirds of Americans do not have a proper estate plan in place. In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by attorney Joshua Meier for a conversation about the importance of estate planning — particularly in the dental profession — and the key individuals and documents involved in developing an estate plan. Art and Joshua also discuss common challenges and misconceptions in estate planning and how to address them.

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Chip Fichtner, co-founder and principal of Large Practice Sales. Chip sheds light on the difference between a traditional Dental Support Organization (DSO) and an invisible DSO, the benefits of selling your dental practice to an invisible DSO, and the keys to forming a successful silent partnership.

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by nationally renowned dental practice management coach, speaker, and author Penny Reed. Penny shares her five key strategies for growing your dental business, from increasing your new and active patient load to improving office efficiency. Plus, she explains how running a dental practice is just like staging a Broadway show — after all, “there’s no business like smile business.”

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art is joined by Sameer Bhasin, Vice President of Strategic Alliances at CareCredit, for a conversation about third-party patient financing. They discuss the financial barriers that may prevent patients from moving forward with recommended treatment, and Sameer provides practical advice for practitioners and administrators navigating these uncomfortable conversations — all with the goal of encouraging patients to pursue necessary, life-improving care.