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New Podcast Episodes
The Saga of Estimating and Explaining Insurance
June 15, 2026
Today’s episode continues the saga from last week’s episode (“Are Accurate Estimates Important?”). Dr. Kuba continues to unpack details about a disgruntled parent in her practice that ended up with an unexpected bill of $1,700. Today, they discuss more oversights from the team including coordination of benefit issues (involving primary and secondary insurance), miscommunication to...
Ask George: How to Transition from a Job to Dental Practice Ownership and Profitability
June 15, 2026
In this Ask George episode, we tackle the ultimate debate in dental practice ownership: have you built a highly profitable business, or just a high-paying job? Dr. George Hariri breaks down the reality of “key man risk,” proving that if your office relies on your personal clinical energy to generate revenue, you are acting as...
Nobody Taught Us This: The Hidden Link Between Breathing and Behavior
June 15, 2026
Have you ever looked back at your childhood and wondered why certain emotions felt impossible to control? In this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal story about the temper tantrums I experienced as a child, the struggles I later saw in my own daughter, and the life-changing connection I eventually discovered between breathing, sleep, and...
026: The Numbers That Top DSOs Use — And How You Can Track Them Too | Dr. Aditi Agarwal
June 14, 2026
Check Out Practice By Numbers Discover how data analytics, systems, and patient trust can transform your dental practice. Dr. Agarwal shares her journey from associate to tech entrepreneur, emphasizing actionable insights, team communication, and the future of dentistry. Email us: op**************@*****ok.com
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The AI Graveyard: Why DSOs Are Burying Money in Unused Technology — and How to Stop It. Dental Cyber Watch Live Episode 3
June 14, 2026
Welcome to the third episode of Group Dentistry Now & Black Talon Security’s Dental Cyber Watch Live. As dental groups rush to adopt artificial intelligence, many are spending on tools no one uses and feeding patient data into platforms no one controls. The result is wasted budget, hidden liability, and growing security exposure. In this...
DIGRN Presents: The Independent Dental Practice Podcast – Guest: Steven J. Anderson
June 14, 2026
Disclosure: This video includes paid partnerships and sponsor relationships. I may receive compensation from companies mentioned. All opinions are my own. IDP Podcast is Sponsored by Kettenbach Dental. For over 75 years, Kettenbach has delivered innovative materials that help dentists improve clinical efficiency and outcomes. Now introducing Profisil® Fluoride Varnish Plus, a next-generation varnish formulated...
E316: The Matts talk DSO banking and USMNT
June 14, 2026
Join dental entrepreneurs George Hariri, Matt Guarino, and Matt Ford as they break down the realities of running their national DSO, Shared Practices Group. They tackle the triumphs and tribulations of scaling a business, answer your burning questions (submit yours at bdppod.com), and delve into life’s other adventures – from health and parenting to sports...
Why Dry Mouth Is More Than Just a Lack of Saliva: New Insights into Xerostomia Care
June 13, 2026
In this episode, Tanya Dunlap of Perio Protect sits down with renowned periodontist and researcher Dr. Sam Low to discuss the growing challenge of xerostomia (dry mouth) and innovative approaches to managing it. They explore the science behind Periosciences’ new product, Moisyn™, including its KyoTech™ technology, and discuss how combining Moisyn with AO ProVantage® Gel...
#774: Two Cents 6/13 – SpaceX’s IPO Explained; Is Holding Too Much Cash Actually Hurting You?
June 13, 2026
Welcome to Dentist Money Two Cents, a look at the latest financial and economic news from the past week. On this episode of Dentist Money’s Two Cents, Matt and Rabih break down SpaceX’s business model, the company’s valuation, and explain the hype around the new IPO. They break down how IPOs work, why excitement and...