Episodi

  • Not every patient is a good fit for your practice. Life is actually easier when you prune the bad ones. If you've dealt with patients who miss appointments, delay payments, or even compromise your team's safety, this episode is for you. This episode breaks down when and why patient termination may be necessary.

    You'll need a well-documented process for issuing termination letters and handling uncomfortable situations, like bumping into a terminated patient outside the office. Ensuring a safe, respectful work environment is essential. Your team deserves it.

    Be sure to check the show notes for additional resources and links, including Teresa’s course on dental insurance design and management. Tune in and take notes—you won’t want to miss this one!

    A few talking points:

    Exploring patient termination: handling difficult revenue scenarios.

    Document thoroughly for legal defense and audits.

    Standard responses for difficult situations.

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Being a new manager is scary and challenging. Everything is different now. You are juggling your work friendships and building trust with your doctor. You're managing different personalities all while leading by example, there's a lot more to it than meets the eye. Plus, it can be lonely at the top.

    I’ll share personal stories—like a lesson learned the hard way with patient emails 🤦🏻‍♀️—and share insights specifically for new managers. Be sure to check the show notes for added resources, upcoming classes, and events!

    Don’t forget to subscribe!

    A few talking points:

    Navigating coworker-manager transition challenges and changes.

    Handling complaints in a constructive manner

    Activate your listening and conflict resolution skills.

    Can you be friends with your employees?

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Episodi mancanti?

    Fai clic qui per aggiornare il feed.

  • These are excerpts from two fun episodes of my other podcast Chew on This. Have you ever wondered how treatment in space would happen? Of course you have! My co-host Kevin Henry and I explore the challenges of space dentistry, including how microgravity affects oral care and the innovations being developed for astronauts.

    We also discuss Minnesota's recent legislation allowing dental assistants to administer certain injections, highlighting the implications for dental practices and patient care.

    Be sure to listen for more insights!

    Chew on This! A Dental Podcast

    Chew on This #70 Space Dentistry, Turkey Teeth and Frisky Koalas

    Chew On This! #66 Mystery Edition! Scottish Dentist Goes Rogue

    Link to the articles:

    Smile Beyond the Stars: A Narrative Review Exploring the Challenges for Dentistry in Space

    Official Rulemaking Record Minnesota Board of Dentistry (Starts on page 269):

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My insurance course is here to help! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/dental-insurance

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

  • What's the big deal with the AADOM Conference? New attendees are often surprised by the event so let me share what to expect. The AADOM Conference offers networking and educational sessions plus key opportunities for dental office managers to elevate their careers. ‘Recharged’ is a common way to describe how you'll feel after the sessions. I'll cover:

    Who attends

    How it's evolved over the years

    The quality of education

    The various awards & designations

    This conference is on my “don't miss" list. Hope to see you there!

    Links:

    www.AADOMConference.com

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • I'm sharing a recent podcast episode I recorded with my friends at A Breath of Fresh Air. Their podcast focuses on dental billing and they wanted my thoughts on our industry’s future.

    We talked about the surprising ways dental and medical billing might start to merge, and why having top-notch training and qualifications isn't just a good idea — it's a must. And, of course, we’re dishing out plenty of practical tips, insider insights, and a few laughs along the way.

    I hope this episode is helpful. Definitely check out their podcast for more dental billing talk!

    Links

    Essential Dental Services

    Breath of Fresh Air Dental Podcast: The Future of Dental Billing: Teresa Duncan Looks into her Crystal Ball



    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Dealing with out-of-control claims can feel overwhelming but I’m here to help you get a handle on it. We’ll break down actionable steps to bring order to the chaos and make sure your dental aging report cleans up nicely.

    I’ll walk you through essential steps like setting up separate bank accounts to keep things organized, running insurance aging reports to keep track of pending claims, and sorting out those duplicate claims before deadlines hit. My advice on staying patient and organized will also be a key part of our discussion—these are crucial skills for mastering the insurance game.

    A few talking points:

    Run Your Reports

    Resubmit Older Claims

    Check Your Portals

    Check EFT Deposits

    Call-Chat-Inquire About Claims by Carrier

    Notify Patients about balances

    Reference:

    The Advantages of Electronic Transactions

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

    You should know a few facts about leaving a network before you make any big decisions. In this solo episode, I share tidbits from my hundreds of strategy calls with dentists and managers on this topic. Typically the call starts out with a focus on how much revenue can be generated and patient reactions. I’m more concerned with level-setting your expectations and taking care of your team members.

    Touchpoints:

    Losing patients will suck

    Why staying in touch with your patients is a requirement

    Plan to begin a year ahead of termination

    Are you ready to not just market but become a marketing machine?

    Your team can torpedo your out of network dreams

    Going out of network may not be the answer for you right now. Or this could persuade you to take the leap. I have no skin in the game. I just want you to be successful in your chosen business model. Hope this helps!

    Links:

    Schedule a strategy session with me

    Mastering Dental Marketing with Sean Hamel

    Bite-Sized Social Media Strategies for Dental Teams with Rita Zamora

    Shake Up Your Marketing with Gary Bird of SMC National

    My events page

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • My Mid-Year Insurance Update webinar generated a lot of questions (as usual!). I couldn’t answer them all so I thought I’d share them with you. The webinar touched on Open Season, Medicare Advantage, audits, materials upgrades and participation considerations. This mixed bag of questions was fun to answer and I hope you are able to utilize the info!

    A few talking points:

    Navigating shared networks

    Billing for non-covered services

    Self-funded and fully funded

    Medicare Advantage fraud, waste and abuse training

    Links:

    The Mid-Year Insurance Update with Teresa Duncan

    How Medicare works with other insurance

    Coordination of Medicare and FEHB Benefits

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • In this episode I was able to hang out with Sean Hamel, the brain behind the Art of Dental Marketing. He believes strongly in personalized, emotionally engaging marketing and gave us lots of examples. He talked about using killer videos and photos to rock Google My Business and then shared super creative ways to get your practice noticed in your community. I still have a lot to learn about videos and self-promotion! Ready to level up your marketing? Let's dive in!

    A few talking points:

    Humanizing dental practices through relatable experiences.

    Dental fear affects buying decisions, marketing crucial.

    Don't be afraid to express yourself in your community!

    Connect with Sean: Art of Dental marketing | Art of Dental Marketing gm strategy call | Pocket Video Coach

    IG:
    @artofdentalmarketing

    @storybaseddentalmarketing

    -------------

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    My friend Brant Herman joins me to talk about virtual clinical dentistry. It's not a stretch to call him a dental visionary. His Mouthwatch camera enabled low cost intraoral imaging at a time when documentation needs increased tremendously. It was a foray into teledentistry that led to our topic of virtual care solutions. Dentistry.one is helping dentists interact and treat patients who often can't make it into our offices. For all of you who want to help the underserved population but are reluctant to deal with state agencies, this is for you. I'm very hopeful about what Brant's doing and hope you become involved!

    A few talking points:

    Virtual dentistry’s staying power

    COVID-19’s impact on his teledentistry company

    The future of dentistry - I love this topic!

    Connect with Brant: mouthwatch.com | dentistry.one | LinkedIn

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    In this special mini edition of “Nobody Told Me That!” I turned the reins over to Rita Zamora of Connect 90 to share her expertise in social media content. Social media fatigue is real, but Rita has solutions.

    Bonus Tip – Get Some Help: If social media still feels too daunting, Rita advises considering professional help, such as the services offered by her team at Connect 90. They offer a free 30-day trial for social media management, with no obligations or long-term contracts.

    Connect with Rita Zamora: Website | Connect90

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    In this episode of "Nobody Told Me That!" we explore how modern solutions like virtual assistants are transforming dental practices. Joined by industry experts Rita Zamora and Rebecca Herring, expect thought-provoking insights on the rise of virtual front desk teams and how they're revolutionizing patient interactions. From chatbots charming Gen Z to full virtual admin teams, we discussed the tech-savvy solutions reshaping the dental experience. Rebecca shares her tale of triumph with off-site admin teams, boosting efficiency and patient satisfaction. And don't miss Rita’s observations from a high-end salon's virtual reception team - could it be the blueprint for your practice's next big move? Pro tip: Personalized touchpoints like follow-up calls are still king, even in a digital world. So, if you’re considering a virtual workforce, tune in to rethink and refresh your approach to exceptional dental care.

    Connect with Rita Zamora: Website | Connect90

    Connect with Rebecca Herring: Transformational Dental Coaching

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    In this episode, I interviewed Dr. Mike Barniv who has impressive street cred in the AI, carrier and clinical arenas. He’s currently the VP of Clinical Affairs at Pearl. Dr. Barniv shared AI’s role in treatment case acceptance. Hint - it helps tremendously! We had a frank talk about how the carriers are using AI in adjudication.

    A few talking points:

    How does AI help dentists to efficiently examine historical images to chart disease progression

    Using AI to meet carrier documentation criteria

    Is AI just denying everything?

    This is one for the insurance nerds (my people😎). Enjoy!

    How to find Dr. Barniv:

    HelloPearl.com

    https://play.hellopearl.com/

    E-Mail

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    In this episode, we tackle the financial challenges of operating a dental practice, with a special focus on managing supply costs and leveraging vendor relationships. Joining us is Ted Osterer, my friend from Synergy Dental Partners, who shares great advice to optimize dental practice operations. Look at all that we covered:

    Dental Supply Management

    Navigating PPO Challenges

    Role of Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs)

    Partnerships for Cost Savings

    Empowering Independent Dentists

    I hope you find Ted's insights as valuable as I did. Thanks for listening!

    How to find Ted:

    LinkedIn

    Contact Number: 516-316-3671

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    Lisa Greer is the California Dental Association’s dental benefit expert (and repeat guest!). We talked about quite a few topics including Change Healthcare and advice that can get you audited. We both firmly believe that the insurance coordinator is a key player in protecting the doctor’s license. Look at all that we covered:

    Navigating Change Healthcare's Issues

    Submitting treatment on claim forms

    CDT codes and how to stay updated

    Audit preparedness

    Medicare Advantage plans

    Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Training

    Educating the next generation

    I hope you find the rich insights shared by Lisa as practical as I did!

    How to find Lisa:

    Lisa Greer: lisa.greer @ cda.org

    LinkedIn

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    Join us for a candid conversation about financial management and team development. I’m thrilled to welcome back my close friend, Dayna Johnson, a dental consultant who's made a name for herself in the world of digital workflows and accounts receivable wizardry.

    We tackled these topics:

    Why collection conversations are scary

    Transparency and practice numbers

    Investing in training and employee retention

    How to reduce no-shows

    The business of dentistry

    Links from Episode:

    Novonee | Dentrix Training | Education with Dayna Johnson

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    Understanding the impact of Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) is critical for every office manager and dentist. My friend Dr. Tony Stefanou - the founder of Connect the Dents - is a solid resource in this area. Even if you’re not planning to join one soon you should know how they operate and grow. We can all learn from the different business models which operate around us. I asked Tony what piques a DSO’s interest and that led to a great conversation about practice valuations. Take some notes with this one!

    We tackled these topics:

    Consolidation in the Dental Industry

    The Importance of Knowing Your Practice's Value

    Geography and DSO Expansion

    Practices in High Demand

    Honing in on DSO Affiliation

    Career Paths within DSOs

    Connect with Dr. Tony Stefanou:

    Connect The Dents

    LinkedIn

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    Great employees are worth their weight in gold. Managing them is usually the most taxing part of the job. Different personalities, different ages - all of it comes with pros and cons. My guests - Michelle Coker and Matt Nelson from the California Dental Association - help offices with these challenges every day. We unpacked the nuanced dynamics of workplace communication and the generational differences coloring today's dental practices. I hope it’s helpful!

    We tackled these topics:

    Workplace Communication

    Onboarding & Training Importance

    Generational Differences

    Open Dialogue

    Effective Team Management

    Gender Dynamics in Dentistry

    Employee Mental Health

    The Value of Mentoring and Support

    Connect with Matt Nelson: LinkedIn | Email

    Connect with Michelle Coker: LinkedIn | Email

    California Dental Association: Website

    Conflict Management Book Recommendation by Matt: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

  • Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    It’s always fun to have Rachel Wall back for hygiene updates. She’s the founder and president of Inspired Hygiene and is my go-to for shedding light on the latest trends and products in dental hygiene.

    We tackled these topics:

    The challenges of the various hygiene compensation models

    How a knowledgeable administrative team impacts patient communications

    Strategies for expanding service offerings in dental hygiene to keep pace with an evolving industry

    Newer treatments such as remineralization and enamel regeneration

    Connect with Rachel Wall and Inspired Hygiene:

    ➡️ Check out the Perio Protocol Online Bootcamp here

    Rachel’s Standard of Care free offering

    Inspired Hygiene | Website

    Inspired Hygiene (@inspiredhygiene) | Instagram

    Rachel Wall - Founder & President at Inspired Hygiene | LinkedIn

    Inspired Hygiene | Facebook

    Check out Dr. Emily Boge at Think Big Dental, as mentioned on the show.

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    Don’t forget to check out my other podcast Chew on This - A Dental Podcast!

    **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!**

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt

  • SHOW NOTES:

    Don't forget to check out the video episode on YouTube!

    Returning guest India Chance joined me for another infection control, bug-filled episode! She's the founder of Learn to Prevent and always teaches me something new. Sometimes I wish I didn't know it but it's important for our patients and practices. Some highlights from our talk:

    Infection Control and Compliance: Autoclaves - who knew they could be a hot topic? See what I did there? 😄 We talked tracking parameters for every autoclave cycle and how digital solutions are becoming the standard.

    HIPAA Compliance: She shared what to expect during an audit and how to deal with the stress on managerial staff and practice owners. India shares why it motivated her to create a comprehensive onboarding program for new hires.

    The Importance of Compliance: India talks about her transition from dental hygienist to an infection control inspector.

    Social Media and Compliance: The potential risks and repercussions of posting on social media platforms, especially concerning HIPAA, OSHA violations, and infection control breaches, are highlighted. Release forms and best practices for using patients' images or likeness on social media - make sure you have them or risk legal action!

    For more information on India Chance's programs and services, visit her website to learn more about infection control, HIPAA, and OSHA compliance.

    Connect with India:

    Learn2Prevent: https://www.learn2prevent.com/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/Learn2Prevent

    Learn2Prevent™️ (@learn2prevent) • Instagram photos and videos

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/learn2prevent/

    -------------

    Synergy Dental Partners believes in the podcast! They are offering to double their free trial offer for NTMT listeners. Synergy is a group purchasing organization (GPO) that lowers your expenses by leveraging their purchasing power.

    https://www.odysseymgmt.com/synergy

    NTMT listeners receive a 2 Month Free Trial + a 3rd Month if you buy anything from any vendor during the trial period. Also, new Darby customers receive a $200 Darby statement credit with a purchase.

    -------------

    My new insurance course is out! Dental Insurance Design and Management is geared toward those who want to understand the how and why of insurance. As a loyal podcast listener, please use "NTMT" for a $75 courtesy toward your investment.

    If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!

    -------------

    Visit odysseymgmt.com to check out my book, webinars and courses.

    -------------

    YouTube: https://youtube.com/@odysseymgmt