Crushed by debt and considering a DSO just to stay afloat? Before you make a move that could define your entire career, listen to this. In this episode, Jeff Blumberg lays out what every new or soon-to-graduate dentist must know about breaking free from the associate trap and building a real future in dentistry. The window of opportunity is wide open—but only if you know where to look. 

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What’s really happening in the dental industry—and what does it mean for your practice? In this special deep-dive episode of Dental Business RX, Jeff Blumberg breaks down the biggest trends shaping dentistry today, including an aging workforce, declining practice ownership, DSO expansion, and a looming dentist shortage. Whether you’re a new grad or a seasoned pro, this episode lays out the coming changes and what you can do right now to stay ahead of the curve. 

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In this week’s episode, we’re diving into one of the most impactful — yet often overlooked — investments a dental practice can make: staff training. Join us as we explore the key signs your team may be ready (or overdue) for development, the ROI of timely training, and how to align your training strategy with your practice’s goals. If you're wondering how to boost performance, morale, and retention without wasting time or money — this episode is for you. 

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Are you having trouble finding and keeping the most productive staff? In this week’s episode, Jeff covers some things to consider when deciding whether or not to continue holding onto staff that may be great people, but fall short when it comes to productivity.  

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If you’ve been struggling to find (and keep) great dental hygienists lately, you’re not alone. In this episode, Jeff talks about the hygienist shortage that’s hitting practices hard in 2025. We’ll explore what’s behind it—from burnout and post-pandemic career shifts to fewer grads coming out of hygiene programs. Plus, we’ll share real-world tips on how to navigate the hiring crunch, keep your current team happy, and plan for the future. 

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In this week’s episode, Jeff has some more helpful tips on how to increase case acceptance in your practice. He goes over some of the different ways you could be approaching your treatment presentations, and a couple of ways to better communication with your patients. Tune in for some insights on better practice management! 

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In this week’s episode, Jeff talks about the ways you might be losing out on opportunities to boost your collections in your practice, from the extra time you have in your schedule, to a decision you had to make that may have led to a wrong choice. 

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Why are younger dentists not buying practices anymore? In this week’s episode, Jeff talks about some of the reasoning behind this, as well as some statistics that show just how much the dental industry has changed over the last ten years, and how that change will continue over the years to come.  

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ADA Health Policy Institute Dentist Workforce https://www.ada.org/resources/research/health-policy-institute/dentist-workforce 

ADA HPI Report Projected Supply of Dentists in the U.S., 2020–2040 https://www.ada.org/-/media/project/ada-organization/ada/ada-org/files/resources/research/hpi/hpibrief_0521_1.pdf 

ADA Retirement Trends https://www.ada.org/resources/research/health-policy-institute/dentist-workforce/dentist-retirement-trends 

Becker’s Dental Review Why Some Dentists Are Leaving Corporate Dentistry https://www.beckersdental.com/featured-perspectives/why-some-dentists-are-leaving-corporate-dentistry.html 

DentalPost Job Satisfaction Survey 2024 https://www.dentalpost.net/dental-salary-survey/ 

Group Dentistry Now North American Dental Group Faces Lawsuit Over Equity Dilution https://www.groupdentistrynow.com/north-american-dental-group-faces-lawsuit-over-equity-dilution/ 

Dental Economics Editorial Why Dentists Retire Later than the Average American https://www.dentaleconomics.com/money/article/14214867/why-dentists-retire-7-years-later-than-the-average-american-and-how-to-fix-that 

In this episode, Jeff dives into three actionable strategies that dental practice owners can implement right away to boost their collections and improve their cash flow. Tune in for practical tips that will help you increase revenue without overhauling your entire practice—these small changes can make a big impact! 

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Have you ever hung onto something way too long, not because it’s working out, but because you’ve already spent too much time, or money, on it? In this week’s episode, Jeff discusses when to determine the right time to walk away from something; whether it be an employee that isn’t working out, a campaign, or maybe even a patient. Tune in for some helpful insights to better your practice! 

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