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In this episode of the Doc Podcast, host Dr. Mike DeLuke delves into the crucial topic of optimizing profitability in orthodontic practices. Joined by a distinguished panel of guests—Mary Sawtelle, Dr. Brad Chvatal, and Paul Gange, Jr.—they discuss strategies for controlling overhead costs and increasing net income.
Topics include effective inventory management, the importance of efficient bonding protocols, and the role of leadership and team culture in driving practice success. This comprehensive discussion is a must-listen for practitioners looking to improve their bottom line while maintaining high-quality patient care. Tune in for actionable insights and expert advice!
00:26 Today's Topic: Money and Net Profit
00:51 Meet the Expert Panel
01:38 Understanding Practice Profit
02:45 The Importance of Efficient Ordering Systems
03:57 Strategies to Decrease Overhead
04:47 Welcoming the Guests
06:02 Focusing on Overhead vs. Production
07:45 Delegating and Organizing for Efficiency
09:48 The Role of Protocols in Reducing Overhead
15:14 Bonding Protocols and Reducing Failures
41:25 Understanding Bond Failure Rates
42:51 The Importance of Timing in Etching
43:21 Analyzing Office Practices and Training
45:18 Amtouch Dental Supply: A Trusted Partner
46:08 Strategies for Improving Practice Efficiency
49:44 The Role of Leadership in Practice Management
53:55 Hiring and Training for Success
01:20:02 Reducing Variables for Better Outcomes
01:20:49 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
LINKS:
-Brad: Czechmate: www.czechmateconsulting.com; www.bradchvatal.com
-Mari: Mari’s List (www.marislist.com)
-Paul: Reliance Orthodontics (www.relianceorthodontics.com)
-Espresso Maker:
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Here's the link on Amazon:
https://a.co/d/9Ut0uF3
In this special Thanksgiving episode of The DOC Podcast, Dr. Mike DeLuke shares his thoughts on gratitude and the importance of recognizing blessings amidst a busy life. He also addresses common challenges faced during the festive season, such as stress management, goal setting for the upcoming year, and making smart financial decisions.
Dr. DeLuke delves deep into the impact of stress on both physical and mental health, offering scientifically backed strategies to manage it effectively. He further emphasizes the importance of creating a vision for life and setting clear goals to achieve it, sharing personal anecdotes and practical advice.
Furthermore, the episode includes crucial information on understanding one's financial status, detailing how to calculate cash flow and net worth using a balance sheet. Dr. DeLuke encourages listeners to take control of their finances by knowing their personal financial status and developing a plan for financial freedom.
Join Dr. DeLuke as he shares wisdom and actionable tips to lead a happier, healthier, and more prosperous life.
00:00 Welcome to the Doc Podcast
00:27 Thanksgiving Reflections and Episode Overview
03:19 Understanding Stress
07:54 Effective Stress Management Techniques
17:59 The Importance of Setting Goals
20:15 Creating a Vision for Your Life
29:17 Achieving Financial Freedom
34:46 Filling Out Your Balance Sheet
43:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
LINKS
John Vento, CPA, CFP Podcasts
Justin Smith CFA, CFP Podcasts
In this episode, I welcome the amazing Dr. Claudia Pinter, an internationally renowned orthodontist and faculty member in the Department of Orthodontics at Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Pinter shares her journey from Vienna, Austria to becoming a pioneer in clear aligner therapy. The discussion delves into the importance of blending art and science in orthodontics, the value of studying post-treatment records, and the necessity of screening patients for airway issues.
Dr. Pinter also shares her innovative techniques in maxillary expansion using bone-borne expanders, the role of social media in patient education, and the significance of being transparent and proactive with patients. The episode highlights the evolving landscape of orthodontics, driven by new technologies and multidisciplinary approaches to improve patient outcomes.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:47 Dr. Pinter's Journey and Philosophy
01:35 Discussion on Clinical Practices and Innovations
08:23 Pediatric Orthodontics and Airway Issues
16:48 Advanced Techniques in Orthodontics
37:32 Embracing Change in Orthodontics
38:16 The Impact of Maxillary Expansion
38:45 Challenges and Criticisms in Modern Orthodontics
42:44 Innovations in Orthognathic Surgery
48:04 The Role of AI in Orthodontics
51:41 Educating Patients and Colleagues
01:01:03 Personal Journeys in Orthodontics
LINKS:
Dr. Pinter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drclaudiapinter?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Transforming Oral Surgery: Insights from Dr. David Alfi
In this episode of the 'Doc Podcast,' host Dr. Mike DeLuke interviews acclaimed oral surgeon Dr. David Alfi from Los Angeles, California. They discuss Dr. Alfi's journey through Columbia University, his evolution from academic practice to private practice in Houston, and the development of his groundbreaking surgical techniques. Dr. Alfi shares his innovative approaches in orthognathic surgery, including the use of custom-printed titanium guides and plates, which have significantly improved surgical outcomes, efficiency, and patient recovery times. The conversation extends to the crucial topic of airway issues and TMJ disorders, addressing how modern surgical practices can provide better resolutions and improve overall patient health. Dr. Alfi also highlights the importance of continuous learning, research, and bridging the gap between academia and private practice to advance the field.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:57 Dr. Alfi's Journey to Oral Surgery
03:30 Orthodontic Experiences and Reflections
07:04 Transition to Private Practice
10:06 Bridging Academia and Private Practice
17:19 Innovations in Jaw Surgery
24:00 Efficiency in Surgical Procedures
24:07 Advancements in Incision Techniques
24:47 Accurate Surgical Outcomes
25:26 Orthodontic Innovations
25:52 Airway Considerations in Surgery
27:26 Custom Plates and Stability
31:24 Patient Case Studies and Outcomes
33:29 Debate on Malocclusion Causes
43:03 TMJ and Airway Correlation
47:48 Future Directions and Acknowledgements
LINKS
-Dr. Alfi's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.davidalfi/
Money, retirement, wealth, prosperity. All terms we are familiar with but do any of us know how to achieve them? That is why I wanted to have my friend and colleague, Dr. Mart McClellan on the show. Mart is an orthodontist AND a financial advisor and he is a wealth (pun intended 😊) of knowledge. He will share how he feels all of us can achieve financial prosperity both pre-and post-retirement.
We discuss:
· What motivated Mart to pursue a career in financial advisement while he was practicing orthodontics full-time.
· How a conference Mart went to as a resident changed his perspective on money.
· What to do about debt, including student loan debt, mortgage debt, consumer debt, etc.
· If Dave Ramsey has the right idea by recommending to aggressively pay down debt.
· Whether to get a 15-year or 30-year mortgage.
· Ways to change your mindset towards money.
· The importance of setting goals for your financial future.
· The flaws with the traditional financial model.
· How to get off the traditional linear model of accumulating wealth and accelerate your wealth curve.
· The importance of thinking about how to distribute your assets, not just accumulate them.
· Who the “rulesmakers” are and how they attack our money 365 days/year.
· The percentage of your earnings that you should be saving every year.
· What a “Wealth Freedom Account” is and why you need one.
· If you need an Emergency Fund and, if so, how much to put in it.
· Which is more important, a savings rate or a rate of return.
· The difference between “new money” and “old money” when it comes to investing.
· Why we don’t believe in “evidence-based financial planning.”
· What a “diversified portfolio” really means, and what it is not.
· When to expect the next downturn in the real estate market.
· The difference between average rate of return and annualized rate of return, and which is more important.
· How many different income streams wealthy people typically have.
· Whether or not you should fund a retirement plan.
· Mart’s thoughts on the “Die with Zero” mentality.
· What can be done to help students/residents get a better financial education.
· Strategies for older docs can do to maximize their retirement income.
· And much more!
LINKS:
-Mart’s Book “Your Retirement Smile”: https://a.co/d/9y6fTRU
-Mart’s Website: www.Macro-Wealth.com
-Mart’s Email: [email protected]
-Mart’s Cell: (847) 363-5502
-Rich Dad, Poor Dad: https://a.co/d/6nkfQFS
-Smart Couples Finish Rich: https://a.co/d/6nkfQFS
I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Kalli Hale, an amazing general dentist who transformed her practice into one that focuses on the overall health and well-being of her patients. In addition to being a wealth of knowledge on airway and early treatment, she is a business owner, wife, mom, and national lecturer.
We discuss:
LINKS:
-Link to DOC Interceptive Ortho Tx Course: https://theorthocoach.com/courses/phase-i-arch-development/?portfolioCats=99
-Episode w/Eric Ploumis: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/answers-to-common-legal-questions-w-eric-ploumis-dmd-jd-ep-29/id1689703392?i=1000637849977
-Find Kalli on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theairwaycentereddentist?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Dentists and orthodontists often debate the role we play in the detection and management of airway compromise, especially in children. I had a fascinating conversation with Dr. David McIntosh, a highly regarded ENT from Australia, who offered his thoughts on the topic from a medical perspective.
We discuss:
LINKS:
-Dr. McIntosh’s books:
>Snored to Death: https://a.co/d/0700GJj
>Don’t Ignore the Snore: https://a.co/d/3P9lpXA
>A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Sleep Disordered Breathing: https://a.co/d/7qDRuJS
-Karen Bonuck paper: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3313633/
-Chervin paper: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11875140/
Life is a journey and today’s guest, Lauren Gueits, truly exemplifies that fact. She has worked in private practice, as a high-level rep with Align, and is now on a mission to help children by advancing awareness of airway health. Lauren has an amazing ability to persevere through whatever life puts in front of her and has a deep passion for promoting the connection between our mouth and our overall health. We discuss:
· How Lauren ended up pursuing dental hygiene as a career, and why she feels she was called to dentistry.
· Her role with Dr. Lorne Golub and Dr. Maria Ryan in promoting Periostat.
· Why she has always had a passion for the connection between oral and systemic health.
· How Lauren’s endless curiosity began as a child.
· How she impressed Align CEO, Joe Hogan, during one of her lectures at Invisalign Summit.
· Her creation of the position of Hygiene Education Manager at Align and assembling the hygiene team.
· Her transition from private practice to corporate to entrepreneurship.
· The critical role of the hygienist to create value from the hygiene chair.
· Why once you see the impact that orthodontics can have on airway, you can’t unsee it.
· The need to redefine malocclusion as craniofacial dystrophy.
· What motivated Lauren to launch Airway Health Solutions in 2018.
· How she plans to advance airway health care in the upcoming years.
· The need to have in person discussions versus hiding behind our computers debating online.
· The importance of keeping the faith through life’s highs and lows.
· The need to develop more thorough and consistent screening tools for airway compromise.
· That the AAO guidelines do NOT say to wait until 7yo to initiate orthodontic treatment.
· Why orthodontic residents don’t do much Phase I treatment in residency.
· How OSA is like Stage 4 cancer, and we need to address it when we notice it at Stage 1 (SDB).
· The reasons why changing your mindset regarding early treatment and airway can be emotionally challenging.
· How Lauren balanced being a mom of 3 children with her career aspirations and obligations.
· How she judges her success as a mother.
· And much more!!
LINKS:
-Dew Life Article highlighting Lauren: https://issuu.com/dentalentrepreneur/docs/dew_spring2024_issu
-www.airwayhealthsolutions.com
-www.childrensairwayfirst.org
Melissa Methven is a dental hygienist whose husband, Scott, a dentist, committed suicide in 2022, leaving behind Melissa and her two young children. She shares her incredible story of emerging from a time of great darkness and tragedy with the hope of helping others who are struggling with depression.
We discuss:
· Scott’s tremendous passion for dentistry.
· What led Scott to take his own life and, in hindsight, some of the warning signs that were there.
· How Scott’s cycle of depression spun deeper and deeper.
· The role that suppression plays in our physical and mental health.
· The way Melissa explained Scott’s suicide to her children.
· How she picked herself up after Scott’s passing.
· Strategies that Melissa uses to help her young children cope with the loss of their father.
· Scott’s fear of having a formal diagnosis and what it would do to his reputation and career.
· The darkness that can surround people who are suffering from depression.
· The role that prayer, belief in God (or any higher power), and breathwork have played in the healing journey.
· The difference between religion and faith.
· Healthy techniques for releasing your stress and anxiety.
· The steps that can and should be taken in dental school to better equip dentists to handle the rigor and stress of their job.
· The need for a dental community to help dentists who are struggling, and the pushback Melissa is receiving trying to bring awareness to this issue.
· How to recognize the signs that your body and mind are not healthy.
· How Melissa and her kids know that Scott is with them in spirit.
· The value of being of service to others and how it has helped their family heal.
· Tips on how to find and live your truth.
· And much more!!
LINKS:
-To Purchase Melissa’s Book: https://a.co/d/8nYzyTO
-Contact Melissa: www.melissagratitude.life
Dentistry is a very physical profession and many dental professionals suffer from chronic pain in their neck, back, wrists, and forearms. The pain can be so severe that it forces us to reduce our workload and can even lead to depression, chemical dependence, and suicide. Unfortunately, most dental professionals were never taught correct ergonomics and posture, and that’s why I wanted to have Kevin McLaughlin, PT, Cert MDT on the show! Kevin specializes in treating mechanical disorders of the spine and extremities, and he and I discuss the following:
LINKS:
-Stretching exercises for dental professionals: https://www.my-exercise-code.com/code/xrxTL?u=BLUQ&c=8GG9SB7
-Kevin’s Website: https://www.mjphysicaltherapyny.com/
-APTA Website: https://www.apta.org/
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