The Patient First Podcast with Dr. Bryan Laskin

It is easy to feel overwhelmed by the vast array of dental software solutions there are to choose from. But going all in on the latest “all-in-one” program isn’t necessarily the answer. In fact, solutions that claim to be one-size-fits-all could potentially hinder your practice’s ability to adopt new innovations later on down the road.

In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I interview Mike Huffaker, the CRO of Planet DDS and we discuss why interoperability is integral to innovation in dentistry and to raising the standard of care.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—dentist, author, entrepreneur and engineer and advocate of digital solutions that make dentistry easier for patients and providers alike.

Explore Planet DDS solutions or request a demo: PlanetDDS.com 

Connect with Mike Huffaker on LinkedIn: Mike Huffaker on LinkedIn

Check out Mike’s podcast “The Dental Economist Show”: The Dental Economist Show 

See how ToothappsⓇ can help you leverage interoperability and data-based insights: Toothapp.com

Dental clinicians are trained and licensed individuals who must keep up with their CE requirements, but what about those in non-clinical roles? 

Managers, treatment coordinators and other front desk team members may not directly generate revenue, but they are still essential to the smooth day-to-day functioning of dental practices. 

This is where SPS Dental Academy steps in to bridge the gap and provide the resources practices need to build knowledgeable and capable teams.

In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I interview Courtney Mead and Cheryl Wellman of SPS Dental Academy to discuss how they’re breaking the sink-or-swim status quo of front desk personnel and helping practice owners turn their teams into profit-generating powerhouses.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, entrepreneur and dentist who understands the challenges and intricacies of hiring people with the personalities and skill sets needed to build a thriving practice.

Visit SPSDentalAcademy.com to learn more.

For any dentist out there who feels that maintaining a social media presence for the practice is an utterly hopeless endeavor, I want you to know that I hear you and that this episode is for you.

Rita Zamora of Connect90 helps dental practices maximize the results of a social media presence with minimal effort. In this interview, we discuss some of the solutions her company offers, as well as the latest techniques that have proven effective for dental practices today.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, dentist, entrepreneur and a supporter of all digital solutions that make dentistry more accessible and understandable to patients.

Tell Rita you heard about Connect90 on The Patient First Podcast and get a 30-day free trial: Connect90.com 

David Pryor of Planet DDS is back on “The Patient First Podcast,” and in this episode, we discuss a hot topic: how to successfully implement a new technology in a dental practice or DSO network to unlock its full potential.

Overwhelmed with the vast array of innovative technologies currently available to choose from, it's all too easy for the well-intentioned decision-makers of dental care organizations to invest in solutions and systems which then don't get properly executed, and the benefits are never realized.

In this interview, Dave and I excavate the core truth that sometimes gets buried by stats, figures and overthinking, and we render it down into actionable steps that decision-makers can take to ensure the successful implementation of technology across their network.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—dentist, entrepreneur, author and champion of technological solutions that make dentistry easier for both patients and providers.

Learn more about Apteryx: PlanetDDS.com

Explore dental software solutions that make sense: Toothapps.com

This is the episode I wish someone had made for me to watch back when I sold my practice to a DSO.

My biggest regret from the sale? Trying to go it alone. 

Many dental practice owners today feel as overwhelmed by their options as I did back then, and it can be challenging to navigate negotiations to secure a deal that protects your interests.

That’s why I was so excited to have Ryan Mingus, Managing Director for TUSK Practice Sales, join me on this episode of “The Patient First Podcast.” Ryan shares a mother lode of advice and tips that can help practice owners to get the best deal that supports their future goals and plans.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, entrepreneur and dentist who has tried (and regretted) selling my practice without understanding all of my options.

I hope this interview with Ryan helps dentists today to avoid that mistake!

Learn more about how TUSK can help you and schedule a free meeting: TUSKPracticeSales.com

0:00 Meet Ryan Mingus 1:38 Where is this sector headed? 5:00 Is the M&A growth trend for DSOs ending? 6:21 The art of matching buyers and sellers 11:06 How to protect your interests while negotiating 13:32 Navigating the variation in valuation

All dental clinicians who care about providing their patients with the best treatment are interested in scientific advances that elevate the standard of care.

Can you imagine the possibilities that you could unlock through non-invasive and easy saliva testing?

In this interview with Diane Larson, RDH, BSDH, the Director of Clinical Education for OralDNA Labs, you’ll learn about the unique benefits of salivary diagnostics. Diane’s more than two decades of experience in dentistry and her journey to becoming an advocate for evidence-based treatment planning are a testament to the significance that salivary diagnostics has for dentistry.

OralDNA Labs has exciting plans for expanding its diagnostic testing services. Oral healthcare providers will want to watch this space so that they can keep up with the scientific innovations that will enable them to diagnose more accurately, present more tailored treatment plans, increase case acceptance, and experience more predictable outcomes.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, dentist and entrepreneur who embraces all innovations in dentistry, clinical and technological. 

Become a provider with no upfront costs: OralDNA.com

Is AI in dentistry here to stay? If so, is that a good or bad thing for patients and practice owners?

Whatever your stance on artificial intelligence (AI) in dentistry may be, one thing is perfectly clear: we need more conversations to happen in order to understand what the future holds.

I had just such an insightful conversation with Florian Hillen, the Founder and CEO of VideaHealth. In this interview, we discuss what AI really means for dentistry right now and its potential applications in the future. Many dental practice owners and care providers may be surprised to realize just how powerful (and not in a scary way) AI can be in dental care.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, dentist, entrepreneur and tech-enthusiast who loves learning about innovations that make dentistry better for patients and providers alike.

Explore VideaHealth case studies, recordings, demo options and more: Videa.ai

Read my book: PatientFirstBook.com

Given the massive leadership gap in dentistry and the unique challenges facing dentists today, Dr. Kevin Kremer’s insights and guidance are a breath of fresh air.

Dr. Kremer has spent more than 25 years building a successful practice, Kremer Dental Care, and shares the secrets to his success by coaching dentists through the Kremer Leadership Institute. As Founder and CEO of the institute, Dr. Kremer helps dentists rediscover a passion for learning and a willingness to lead others. 

In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I interview Dr. Kremer and we discuss why and how experienced coaches are so vital to our industry and the secrets to achieving success and living a life that aligns with your values.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, dentist, entrepreneur and firm believer that more leadership, more coaching and more reliable guidance in the dental industry will lead to better patient-first care.

Get on the waitlist to read Dr. Kremer’s new book: KevinKremer.com/book 

RDH Aimee Vail has been campaigning for a long time to bring back a nearly forgotten secret weapon against caries that should be in every dental professional’s arsenal: silver diamine fluoride (SDF).

Why has SDF fallen out of popularity, relegated to pediatric restorative dentistry and public health dentistry?

Are the undesirable cosmetic effects of SDF really as bad as many dentists believe?

What are the potential applications for this extremely effective substance and how can it help dentists provide patient-first care?

Find out by watching this enthusiastic interview in which Aimee reveals all the behind-the-scenes work that went into bringing SilverSense SDF™ to market and securing FDA approval. Aimee also shares what she is doing to help raise awareness of the benefits of SDF among more general dentistry practices in the United States.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—an author, entrepreneur and dentist who isn’t afraid of silver diamine fluoride and the life-changing impact it can have on patients.

Learn more about the benefits of SDF in general dentistry: CentrixDental.com  

Connect with Aimee on LinkedIn: Aimee Vail, RDH, MHA/Ed.

Did you know that periodontal disease is more of an inflammatory one and less of an infection?

Most of us dentists struggle to keep up with the latest advances in understanding of this complex disease and the treatment modalities proven to control it. That’s why I interviewed Dr. William Levine, the Chief Scientific Officer of PeriActive and a specialist in periodontal disease and implantology.

Dr. Levine explains why some dentists may need to take a new approach to the management of periodontal cases in their practices and explains how doing so is easier than you might think. We talk about how a very special formula he has developed could help providers treat periodontally involved patients with a reduced need for mechanical debridement.

I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin—author, entrepreneur and a fellow dentist in search of the most effective innovations in technology and medicine that help dental professions put the patient first.

How patients and dentists can shop PeriActive: GetPeriActive.com