Ready for tax season? Most dentists don’t realize how much money they’re leaving on the table every single year. In this episode, dental tax strategist Jay Malik explains how proactive, future-focused tax planning can help you keep more money in your practice.

Highlights from the episode:

– Meet Jay Malik: Your Guide to Smarter Tax Planning
– Webinar Preview: Unlock Hidden Tax Savings
– Hidden Pitfalls That Drain Dental Practice Profits
– Historical vs. proactive tax planning: The visionary approach
– Thinking ahead: Protecting profits and planning for 2026
– Taking action: What you’ll learn in the webinar

Want to actually apply this to your practice?

Join our FREE live webinar on December 5th at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, where Jay Malik will reveal the real steps dentists need to take to maximize savings before year-end, plan for 2026, and even review past returns for potential savings.

This is your chance to get a clearer path, fewer surprises, and a smarter plan for your practice.
Sign up here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G8Qvu0APQsGJILUZPyb77g

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Building a successful dental practice isn’t just about clinical skills, it’s about mindset, confidence, and having the right support. In this episode, Dr. James Sanderson shares his journey from dentist to mentor and reveals how adopting the right mindset and the right team can help you grow as a dentist, master new procedures, and thrive in your practice.

Here’s what they cover:
– The Biggest Challenges Dentists Face Today
– Lessons from Failure: The First Implant Experience
– From Retirement to Mentorship: A New Chapter
– Finding the Right Support and Mentorship
– Partnering with All-Star Dental Academy

Discover actionable strategies to achieve long-term success as a dentist.
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Running a dental practice comes with endless challenges from insurance and billing headaches to patient confusion and team miscommunication. In this episode of The Dental Brief, host Patrick Chavoustie talks with Shelbey Arevalo of Elite Dental Systems about how dentists can streamline their operations and improve profitability. Shelbey shares practical strategies for optimizing financial systems, improving patient communication, and strengthening team collaboration. Discover how to prevent revenue leakage, reduce front desk errors, and implement tools that make your dental practice more efficient and successful.

In this episode:

• Biggest Challenges Dentists Face Today
• Improving Patient Communication & Transparency
• Front Desk Mistakes That Cost Time and Revenue
• Strengthening Team Communication in Your Practice
• Maximizing Revenue & Preventing Financial Leakage
• Tools and Systems That Make Practices Thrive

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Struggling with messy, time-consuming implant restorations?

In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr. Michael Lowe, creator of Tefball, who explains how this innovative tool is revolutionizing implant dentistry. Discover how it speeds up procedures and keeps every restoration cleaner and more hygienic for your patients.

Here’s what they cover:

– Dr. Lowe’s Journey: From Dentist to Innovator
– Why Tefball Was Created: Solving Implant Restoration Challenges
– How Tefball Makes Implant Procedures Cleaner and Safer
– Save Time on Every Implant Restoration with This Simple Tool
– Simplify Your Implant Workflow and Reduce Hassle
– How to Get Tefball + Discount Code for Listeners

Learn more here: tefball.com

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr Derek Giddon, founder of AirPay Dental who shares how automation can solve one of dentistry’s biggest admin headaches: Insurance verification. They discuss how practices of all sizes can save time, reduce errors, improve staff efficiency, and boost patient satisfaction using the latest technology.

Here's what they cover:
– The Challenge of Manual Insurance Verification
– Automating Insurance Verification with AirPay
– Reducing Staff Burnout and Improving Efficiency
– Understanding ROI, Costs, and the New Warnings Feature
– Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Verification Solution

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr. Reed Faldet who shares how dentists can build wealth, control, and long-term cash flow by owning or investing in commercial real estate. From buying your first practice building to partnering on larger properties, they cover strategies that can help dentists stop renting, reduce risk, and create financial freedom.

Here's what they cover:

- Dr. Reed’s Journey: From Dentist to Practice Owner & Real Estate Investor
- Investing in Practice Buildings & Commercial Properties
- Dentist Partnerships & Lease-to-Own Options Explained
- Benefits of Owning Your Practice Property
- Overcoming Barriers Dentists Face in Real Estate
- Actionable Steps to Build Cash Flow & Financial Freedom

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr. Dan Butterman from Spear Education who shares insights from his 30+ years in dentistry on mastering clinical skills, improving case acceptance, and implementing systems. They discuss how Spear Education helps dentists elevate their skills, reduce stress, and achieve better patient outcomes.

Here’s what they cover:
– Dr. Dan Butterman’s Journey in Dentistry
– Common Challenges Dentists Face Today
– Mastering Clinical Skills with Spear Education
– Implementing Dental Systems That Actually Work
– Boosting Case Acceptance & Patient Outcomes
– Reducing Stress & Gaining Confidence in Practice

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Brenda McNulty from DSO FACTS who shares her 30+ years of experience helping dental practices streamline systems, hold teams accountable, and reduce stress. We explore the biggest challenges dental practice owners face and how to tackle them effectively.

Here’s what they cover:
– Brenda McNulty’s Journey in Dentistry & Leadership
– Top Challenges Dental Practices Face Today
– Implementing Systems That Actually Work
– Holding Your Dental Team Accountable Without Conflict
– Hiring for Culture & Mission Alignment
– Leadership Lessons to Strengthen Your Practice

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr. Lincoln Harris from RipeGlobal who dives into the challenges new dentists face after dental school and how to bridge the training gap. Learn how simulation, repetition, and mentorship can fast-track your skills and give you the confidence to thrive in real practice.

Here’s what they cover:

–Why New Dentists Struggle After School

–The Hidden Gaps in Dental Education

–The value of mentorship in dentistry

–Simulation & Repetition: Learning Like a Pro

–RipeGlobal’s Revolutionary Training Approach

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In this episode, host Patrick Chavoustie is joined by Dr. Tyler Hales who shares insights many dentists overlook about the business side of dentistry. Learn decisions and strategies that can make or break your profitability, team efficiency, and long-term success. These tips will challenge the way you think about running a dental practice.

Here's what they cover:

– Why the business side of dentistry matters

– How different dental business models impact your career

– Common mistakes dentists make when starting out

– Specialize where your passion and skills shine

– The value of mentors and building your support team

– Hiring and training effectively to grow your practice

– Key takeaways and next steps for practice success

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