On this replay episode, I revisit my conversation with Weston Lunsford, CEO of Dental Intelligence, to explore how data is transforming the business side of dentistry. Weston shares his journey into the dental industry and how his passion for solving real-world practice management challenges led to the creation of Dental Intel—a platform designed to help dentists make smarter, data-driven decisions. We kick off by discussing the struggles many dentists face when managing the business aspects of their practices and why understanding your numbers is key to sustainable growth.

We dive into the core concepts of business intelligence in dentistry and how it can empower dental teams to take meaningful action. We also talk through the steps to effectively implement data strategies in a practice, the most important metrics to track, and how to create actionable reports that drive real change. Weston explains that data should be used not to point fingers, but to promote positive progress and foster a culture of accountability and improvement within the team.

This episode is full of practical takeaways for any dentist wanting to run a more efficient, profitable, and patient-focused practice. We cover how leveraging data impacts not only production and performance but also the quality of patient care and the overall value of your dental practice. Whether you're just getting started or ready to level up your systems, this conversation with Weston is a must-listen for dentists serious about making better business decisions.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[00:05] Introduction to Special Guest, Weston Lunsford

[01:25] Weston's Journey into the Dental Industry

[03:30] Challenges in Dental Practice Management

[04:15] The Birth of Dental Intel

[07:35] Implementing Business Intelligence in Dentistry

[11:25] The Importance of Data-Driven Decisions

[13:40] Steps to Effectively Use Data

[22:55] The Importance of Change in Dental Practices

[24:05] Using Data Positively

[25:00] Explaining Business Intelligence Tools

[26:55] The Need for Actionable Reports

[28:45] Common Metrics in Dental Practices

[34:55] The Role of Data in Improving Patient Care

[44:30] Creating Value in Dental Practices

Learn more about Dental Intel: https://www.dentalintel.com/  

Connect with Weston Lunsford on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/weston-lunsford-a518837/  

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