In this episode of Community Conversations, host Peter Wong engages with Dr. Mike Pikos, CEO of Pikos Institute, in a deep dive into the intersection of business and dentistry. Dr. Pikos shares his journey, highlighting the importance of understanding the business side of a dental practice. He emphasizes the need for metrics and key performance indicators to evaluate and grow practices efficiently.

Dr. Pikos also reflects on his career, expressing a wish for earlier involvement in the business aspect of dentistry. He discusses the challenges of building a multidisciplinary team, stressing the importance of personality type and attitude in potential associates. He shares his experiences of incorporating multiple specialties under one roof, providing valuable insights for those looking to do the same.

The conversation concludes with a look at the future, with Dr. Pikos expressing excitement about emerging dental technologies. He also shares his thoughts on the Modus platform, predicting tremendous vertical growth for practices on board. This episode provides a wealth of knowledge for anyone interested in the business of dentistry.