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New Podcast Episodes
Setting Your Intention for 2026: A Conversation with Joy Gustafson of Intent Dental Practice Management
January 23, 2026
The Best Dental Marketing Podcast, powered by Dentainment, delivers cutting-edge strategies to help dental practices attract more new patients and grow in today’s competitive digital landscape. In this episode, we are joined by special guest Joy Gustafson of Intent Dental Management. Joy brings over 30 years of experience in the dental arena, with deep expertise...
257: From Failing Dental Practices to Profitable Multi-Location Growth
January 22, 2026
What do you do when you buy failing practices and suddenly you’re the one holding every location together? Seth Huish and Clark Brinton from Arvory Dental Group bought four practices in 2017. What started as an ambitious growth plan quickly turned into lost associates, burned savings, and the pressure to produce their way out of...
Episode 161 – Management Unfiltered | How to Have Difficult Conversations
January 22, 2026
In this episode of Management Unfiltered, Kirk Teachout and Zach Shelley dive into how to handle difficult workplace conversations without creating unnecessary tension. They discuss why approach, tone, and body language matter, share practical tips for giving and receiving feedback, and explore how leaders can encourage open communication within their teams. Through real-world examples, they...
2429: What the NFL, Sleep, and Dentistry Have in Common
January 22, 2026
On today’s episode, we bring you Dr. Mark Costes’ second impactful presentation from the Music City SCALE 2025 event. In this talk, Dr. Costes blends tactical strategy with raw vulnerability as he opens up about achieving his lifelong financial goals—only to find himself exhausted, unfulfilled, and deeply unhappy. He shares the pivotal moment that led...
How Design Trends Are Changing Dental Practices and Patient Experiences
January 22, 2026
In this episode of Beyond Bitewings, Ash sits down with Mark Brodson, Managing Broker at Resource Commercial Advisors, to discuss current design and real estate trends for dental practices. Mark shares insights on how dental office design now focuses more on patient comfort and the overall experience, moving away from the traditional, clinical atmosphere to...
522 The Co-Host Compatibility Test
January 21, 2026
In this episode, we welcome our new co-host, Jessica and David with a fun, question-based game to get to know each other on (and off) the mic. Instead of a formal intro, we dive into stories, laughs, and a few unexpected answers. We talk about how this co-hosting partnership came together, what excites us about...
2428: Is Selling to a DSO the Right Move for You?
January 21, 2026
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Bill Keith and Ben Kacos for an in-depth crash course on DSOs—what they are, how they’ve evolved, and why every dentist should understand their growing impact on the profession. This conversation dives into the history of dental consolidation, the rise of private equity in the industry,...
“Stop Lighting Your Money on Fire” – Choosing the Right Online Ads for Your Dental Practice
January 21, 2026
Are you spending money on dental ads without really knowing what’s working? In this episode of The Dental Marketing Mix, Dan Brian is joined by DentalScapes co-founder Brian Craig to break down how dentists should think about online advertising in 2026 — and how to avoid lighting your marketing budget on fire. They walk through...
Red Flags & Hidden Risks: Is Your Advisory Team Failing You?
January 21, 2026
In this episode, hosts Casey Hiers and Jarrod Bridgeman pull back the curtain on the external service providers managing your dental practice. While many practice owners assume their finances are in good hands, the reality is that “blind trust” can be a costly mistake. Casey and Jarrod identify the critical warning signs that your CPA...