Many dental practices focus heavily on acquiring new patients, but the truth is: you’re sitting on a goldmine of opportunity with inactive or overdue patients. They already know your brand, your team, and your quality of care—all they need is a reminder that you’re here for them.

In this episode of The No BS Dental Growth Podcast, host Chris Pistorius shares a high-impact, low-effort strategy for reactivating former patients and filling your schedule—without cold calls or awkward emails.

Chris breaks down how to use automated, personalized messaging to bring these patients back, build trust, and boost bookings—without spending another dime on marketing.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

-Why old patients stop returning (and how to fix it)

-How automation can rekindle trust and familiarity

-What to say in a reactivation message (and when to send it)

-The psychology behind timing and patient loyalty

-Tools that help you automate this process with a personal touch

-Real-world results from practices using this strategy

🎯 Whether you're looking to re-engage 100 patients or 1,000, this episode gives you a step-by-step framework to bring them back into your practice—no awkward follow-ups needed.

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Increase new patient bookings by up to 30%—without spending an extra dollar on advertising.

It's Tuesday so its time for Chris' Dental Growth Hacks. Chris Pistorius shares a high-impact growth hack that can increase new patient bookings by up to 30%—without spending an extra dollar on advertising.

Many dental practices lose potential patients who call in but don’t schedule right away. Chris breaks down a simple solution: sending a personalized text message immediately after the call. This small but thoughtful gesture helps recapture those leads and move them toward booking.

You’ll hear exactly why this works—thanks to its immediacy, warm tone, and ability to show genuine care.

 What You’ll Learn:

• Why new patient leads often vanish after initial phone calls
• How a personalized follow-up text can increase conversions
• The psychology behind immediacy and patient-centered care
• Real-world results: up to 30% more bookings
• A word-for-word example you can implement right away

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Whether you're just getting started with automation or looking to optimize what you already have, this episode will help you SCALE your dental practice the smart way—WITHOUT losing the personal connection that keeps patients coming BACK.

In this episode of The No BS Dental Growth Podcast, host Chris Pistorius dives into what he calls the “automation paradox” — how relying too heavily on automation can make patient interactions feel cold, impersonal, and even DAMAGE trust.

Chris explains that while automation is crucial for scaling a modern dental practice, it must be implemented intentionally to enhance—NOT replace—the human touch.

You’ll learn how to personalize automated appointment reminders, follow-up sequences, and post-visit care instructions so they feel warm, authentic, and patient-centered. Chris also highlights the importance of proper data management and introduces powerful tools like PatientLine AI and SmartFollow that, when used right, can supercharge your operations without compromising connection.

Packed with real-world examples and actionable tips, this episode gives you the clarity you need to audit your current systems and build an automation strategy that boosts efficiency while keeping your patients loyal and engaged.

🔑 What You’ll Learn:

Why over-automation hurts patient trust — and how to avoid it

How to personalize common automation touchpoints like reminders and follow-ups

Tools that balance tech and care: PatientLine AI, SmartFollow

Common pitfalls: “set it and forget it” thinking, bad data, overuse

Easy ways to blend human interaction with automation to boost retention

Actionable steps to improve your systems starting today

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The No BS Dental Growth Podcast S4 EP3: How Pay-Per-Lead Models Trap Dentists and What to Do Instead

The Episode No. 3 of The No BS Dental Growth Podcast S4, host Chris Pistorius discusses the potential pitfalls of pay-per-lead marketing models for dental practices. He explains why most pay-per-lead agencies deliver quantity over quality, lack transparency, and create dependency rather than building long-term marketing assets. Chris shares his 16 years of experience in dental marketing, highlighting why Google's Local Service Ads are the only pay-per-lead model he recommends, while warning dentists that competing on price is often "a race to see who's going to go out of business first."

Timestamps:

0:27 - Welcome to the No BS Dental Growth Podcast

1:38 - Introduction to pay-per-lead marketing models

4:59 - Renting vs building marketing equity

7:22 - Quality issues with cheap leads

10:27 - Lack of transparency with pay-per-lead agencies

12:22 - Losing control of your marketing pipeline

14:40 - Google's Local Service Ads explained

19:51 - Why pay-per-lead doesn't solve core problems

22:49 - The true cost of quality dental leads

25:08 - Marketing as an investment, not a slot machine

28:00 - Protecting your brand and reputation

30:23 - Building long-term marketing strategies

The Episode No. 2 of The No BS Dental Growth Podcast S4 EP2: No More Boring Bios: Turn Your Website Into a Patient Magnet S4,Chris Pistorius talks about how authenticity and personality on your dental website can transform visitor conversion rates. He explains why patients choose practices they connect with personally, sharing practical strategies for creating engaging content that builds trust and stands out from competitors. One client saw a 30% increase in appointment bookings within 30 days after implementing these website conversion techniques.

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Timestamps:

0:28 - The importance of authenticity in dental marketing

2:54 - Why patients seek personal connections

3:24 - Addressing common dental visit objections

4:06 - Creating an authentic personal bio section

6:56 - Showcasing your practice personality effectively

9:54 - Using powerful patient testimonials

12:10 - Optimizing user experience and navigation

13:23 - Action steps to improve your website

14:24 - Resources and subscription information

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The Episode No. 1 of The No BS Dental Growth Podcast S4, Chris Pistorius talks about how AI is revolutionizing dental marketing strategies. He discusses why AI represents the biggest business transformation since the internet, explaining how it enables more efficient, targeted, and personalized marketing campaigns that deliver better patient acquisition results. Chris debunks common misconceptions about AI while highlighting practical applications that dental practices can implement today to stay ahead of competitors who are already leveraging these smart dental marketing technologies.

Timestamps:

0:28 - Introduction to AI dental marketing

3:40 - How AI is changing marketing efficiency

5:26 - Personalizing patient interactions with AI

9:01 - AI predicting patient behavior for ads

12:48 - Why traditional marketing falls short

15:25 - Identifying your ideal patients

16:54 - AI as the new internet revolution

18:19 - Preview of specific AI marketing tools

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The Kickstart Dental Marketing Podcast S3 Ep 10, Chris Pistorius discusses the top dental marketing trends to watch out for in 2025. He covers key areas like AI-powered personalization, voice search optimization, online reputation management, and using video for social proof. Chris emphasizes the importance of adapting to changing patient behaviors and expectations, while maintaining a human touch. He provides actionable tips for dental practices to prepare for these trends, including auditing current marketing efforts, investing in the right tools, and considering professional help. The episode offers valuable insights for dentists looking to stay competitive and grow their practices in the evolving digital landscape.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction and Overview

03:42 - AI in Dental Marketing

06:04 - Personalization Strategies

09:56 - Voice Search Optimization

11:26 - Online Reviews Management

14:20 - Video Marketing Trends

18:29 - Preparing for 2025

22:53 - Future Predictions

25:29 - Closing Thoughts

The Kickstart Dental Marketing Podcast, host Chris Pistorius discusses the importance of patient follow-ups and how they can significantly increase new patient conversions. He explains that most dental practices miss out on potential patients by not having a proper follow-up system in place for those who don't schedule on the first call. Chris shares strategies for implementing an effective follow-up process, including using a CRM system, conducting timely and personalized follow-ups, and providing value through educational content. He emphasizes that persistent follow-ups can lead to a 30-40% increase in new patient bookings.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction to follow-ups

03:38 - Impact on practice growth

07:21 - Implementing a follow-up system

10:54 - Strategies for effective follow-ups

13:36 - Training staff on follow-ups

14:35 - Closing thoughts and offer

Kickstart Dental Marketing Podcast Episode 8

In episode 8 of the Kickstart Dental Marketing Podcast, Chris Pistorius discusses advanced strategies to retarget potential patients who visit your dental practice website but don't take immediate action. He explains how new technology allows capturing visitor information like names and email addresses without form submissions, enabling targeted follow-up via direct mail, email, and Facebook ads. Chris emphasizes the power of combining these retargeting methods to dramatically improve marketing results for dental practices.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and podcast overview

2:24 - Website visitor statistics

4:05 - Smart mail campaign retargeting

6:26 - Advanced visitor data capture

8:23 - Leveraging data for marketing

10:05 - Importance of staying current

13:09 - Closing and call-to-action

The Kickstart Dental Marketing Podcast Episode 7, Chris Pistorius discusses advanced Facebook marketing strategies for dentists. He explains how to use proprietary technology to target members of specific Facebook groups, such as local mommy blogs or new mover groups, with tailored ads. Chris also covers targeting employees of companies with good dental benefits and leveraging local influencers to reach potential patients. These advanced targeting methods can significantly improve the effectiveness of Facebook ad campaigns for dental practices.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction and podcast overview

3:26 - Advanced Facebook targeting strategies

7:52 - Targeting specific Facebook groups

12:40 - Reaching company employees on LinkedIn

15:27 - Leveraging local influencers

19:05 - Importance of detailed targeting

22:15 - Closing remarks and contact information