The Full Arch Podcast

In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt sits down with Dr. Ryan Dunlop and Dr. Michael Ling to talk about what full arch sales look like in the modern era — where education, transparency, and trust drive conversions more than persuasion ever could.

They explore how the best practices are rethinking sales systems, aligning teams, and creating patient experiences that build confidence from the very first call. This is the blueprint for how modern full arch doctors turn authenticity into results.

Key Highlights: Education Over Persuasion – Today's patients are informed. The best way to "sell" is by teaching and helping them understand the why behind treatment. Sales as a System – Every touchpoint matters. Phones, coordinators, and doctors all play a role in creating trust and alignment. Confidence Converts – Believing in your value is what helps patients believe in their outcome.

🎧 Listen to Episode 141: Drs. Ryan Dunlop and Michael Ling on Full Arch Sales the Modern Way to hear how modern practices are closing with clarity, confidence, and integrity.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Alex Sharp sits down with Dr. Austin Davis to talk about the real state of full arch dentistry in 2025 - and why it's time to Make All-on-4 Great Again.

They break down how the market has shifted, where most dentists are getting it wrong, and what it takes to stay profitable without cutting corners. From smarter positioning and consistent execution to trusting the fundamentals of AO4, this episode brings clarity back to a field crowded with noise.

Key Highlights: Don't Compete on Price Alone - Price transparency is the new norm. Success comes from strategy, simplicity, and market positioning - not discounts. Demand vs. Fulfillment - Marketing is only one link. Phones, financing, diagnosis, and delivery all have to align for profit to follow. MAGA: Make All-on-4 Great Again - AO4 remains the most proven and predictable system when done right. Fundamentals beat flexing every time.

🎧 Listen to Episode 140: The Return of MAGA (Make AO4 Great Again) to hear how fundamentals, strategy, and execution can bring consistency and profitability back to full arch dentistry.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Aaron Miller broadcasts from Straumann's Mansfield, Texas, facility with a full lineup of SPG doctors

Together, they unpack day one of the SPG x Straumann remote anchorage course — covering advanced techniques, clinical fundamentals, and the growing camaraderie across Shared Practices Group. From surgical lessons and mentorship to vendor partnerships and full-arch culture, this episode captures how collaboration and community elevate outcomes.

Key Highlights: 🔹 Meeting Doctors Where They Are – Why it's crucial to balance fundamentals for new surgeons and advanced cases for tenured SPG doctors. 🔹 Fundamentals First – How remote anchorage still comes back to biology, technique, and sound surgical judgment. 🔹 Partnerships That Scale – Inside the growing SPG x Straumann collaboration and how shared standards strengthen training and patient care.

🎧 Listen to Episode 139: Inside the Straumann HQ Course to hear how this partnership is shaping the next chapter of full arch innovation and education.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt reflects on a packed month of teaching, mentoring, and clinical work. From courses in Hawaii, D.C., and Vegas to hands-on mentoring at Implant Pathway, he shares the lessons that stood out and the themes that tie everything together. Along the way, he highlights what SPG is learning in real time and where the podcast is headed next.

Key Highlights: Complications as Lessons – Why full arch training is less about step-by-step protocols and more about disciplined thinking at the chair. Blending Digital and Analog – Insights from photogrammetry and 3D printing, plus when analog workflows still have the edge. SPG On the Move – Shoutouts to co-hosts, new onboarding experiences, and a call for future guest voices in the community.

🎧 Listen to Episode 138: September Recap with Dr. Steven Vorholt for a candid look at the takeaways from a busy month and how they're shaping the future of full arch dentistry.

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In this solo episode, Dr. Aaron Miller unpacks one of the biggest misconceptions in full arch, the promise of "Teeth in a Day." From surgical nuance to prosthetic reality, he breaks down what's actually possible and why telling the truth builds better cases.

Whether you're new to full arch or refining your protocol, this episode brings the clarity your practice (and your patients) need.

🔹 Marketing vs. Reality – Why "Teeth in a Day" isn't what patients think 🔹 Set Better Expectations – How to protect trust while improving outcomes 🔹 Clinical Lessons That Stick – Tips for case planning, occlusion, and long-term fit

🎧 Listen to the episode for an honest look at full arch protocols that actually work.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Alex Sharp sits down with Dr. Derek Williams to reflect on the foundational mindset that shaped the Shared Practices community.

They discuss how trust, mentorship, and aligned leadership created a culture of ownership across the platform, and why building community starts with setting the right tone from the top.

Whether you're launching your own organization or looking to strengthen your current team, this episode unpacks what it really takes to create a network of doctors who grow together.

Key Highlights:

🔹 The Ownership Shift – Why alignment and buy-in matter more than tools and tactics 🔹 Mentorship in Action – How leaders can set the standard and still stay approachable 🔹 Culture by Design – Building a place where people want to stay, contribute, and lead

🎧 Tune in to hear how Derek and the SPG team built something more than a platform — they built a movement.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt sits down with Dr. Bryce Richardson to unpack what it really looks like to bring full arch cases into a busy general practice.

Dr. Richardson shares his learning curve from mentorship, why patient communication has been key to his confidence, and how his team's mindset around learning has been a game-changer. From clinical reps to digital workflow to managing expectations, this episode is packed with real talk for GPs stepping into surgery.

Key Highlights 🔹 From Reps to Confidence – Why volume and support helped Dr. Richardson build momentum in full arch 🔹 The Team Learning Loop – How involving your team in the process creates clarity and culture 🔹 Patient Conversations That Convert – The real difference pre-surgical transparency makes in patient readiness and case acceptance

🎧 Tune in to hear how Dr. Richardson is leveling up inside a GP practice—without compromising the patient experience.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt sits down with sales strategist Stacy Farley to dive deep into the consult-to-close phase of the Full Arch patient journey. If you're booking consults but struggling to convert, this conversation breaks down the real barriers between patient interest and treatment acceptance.

Stacy shares practical insights on structuring effective consults, managing objections, and building trust that leads to yes. It's a clear look at what it really takes to increase case acceptance without feeling pushy — especially when the numbers get big.

Key Highlights

🔹 From Interest to Action – How to guide patients from curiosity to commitment with clarity and care 🔹 The Psychology of "Yes" – Why emotion drives conversion more than facts 🔹 Stop the Drop-Off – Simple fixes for consults that stall before the price is even shared

🎧 Tune in to Episode 134 of The Full Arch Podcast and master the second half of the sales funnel.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt sits down with Dr. Dave Norcross, founder of Perth Dental Implant Centre in Australia, for an international deep dive into AOX, growth, and practice philosophy.

From building surgical reps in a solo environment to refining patient expectations through storytelling, Dr. Norcross shares how he's scaled his clinical impact while staying hands-on in both the surgical and business sides of dentistry. This episode is a must-listen for clinicians doing big cases without a big team.

🔑 Key Highlights: 🔹 Owning the Journey – How Dr. Norcross trained and built confidence without in-office mentorship 🔹 Systems Over Hustle – Why scaling AOX cases is about team coordination, not personal speed 🔹 Storytelling in Consults – The communication strategies that drive case acceptance, trust, and clarity

📍 Check out Dr. David Norcross at https://www.drdavenorcross.com.au/ and follow him on Instagram @dr.dave.norcross. 🎧 Tune in to Episode 133 of #TheFullArchPodcast to hear how Dr. Norcross is growing AOX—his way, from the other side of the world.

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In this episode of The Full Arch Podcast, Dr. Steven Vorholt sits down with Dr. Justin Moody for a relaxed yet insightful conversation on referrals, reputation, and real-life updates.

Dr. Moody shares how he built a strong referral base in private practice, what continues to drive demand for his surgical expertise, and why planting roots in your community is the ultimate long game. The two also swap stories about wine, land, and finding meaning outside the clinic.

🔑 Key Highlights:

Referral-Based Success - How trust, time, and reputation power a consistent surgical schedule

The Long Game in Practice - Why planting roots professionally and personally pays off

Beyond the Operatory - Finding identity, purpose, and creativity outside clinical life

🎧 Tune in to Episode 132 of The Full Arch Podcast for a grounded look at career longevity, surgical reputation, and life beyond the operatory.

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