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Less Insurance Dependence Podcast

Less Insurance Dependence

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There is an underlying precept in our country’s healthcare system that medical professionals can only survive through increased participation in insurance programs. The Less Insurance Dependence podcast series exposes that misperception, shedding light on how Dentists can thrive by breaking out of the insurance-controlled business model.
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Buzz Dental Marketing

Buzz Dental: Digital Marketing for the Dental Community

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Buzz is a Digital Marketing Show powered by Dentainment! This web-based show will cover a range of topics, strategies and initiatives to help take your Dental Practice to an entirely new level of success.
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The 8E8 Show

Joshua Scott

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The 8E8 (pronounced “88”) Show is a regular show answering dentistry's most important marketing questions. The show is hosted by Joshua Scott. Learn more about his approach to marketing at http://joshuascott.com.
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The Dental Up Podcast

Keating Dental Lab

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Most dental podcasts are dentists talking to dentists about why they are so awesome. That’s gucci, but enough already. Listen to stories about dentists personal and professional lives. Their best day and worst day as a dentist. Their best and worst first date. Their best and worst employee. Always looking to provide some levity in a profession as demanding as dentistry.
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Al is joined by 3rd year dental student and host of the Very Dental Student podcast, Mohamed Abo-Basha! Their conversation focused on what it looks like to be a 3rd year dental student at the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry. Al liberally sprinkles stories of mid-90s University of Minnesota dental school as well. If you've graduated you'…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we discuss the drawbacks of using template websites for modern dental practices, emphasizing that a custom website is essential for effective marketing and patient engagement. We explore how unique and tailored websites serve as the cornerstone of your Dental Marketing Strategy and how they can significantly improve convers…
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In this Episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah emphasize the importance of strategic growth for dental practices, especially those looking to reduce their reliance on PPO plans. The hosts stress that strategic growth is vital for any dental practice, as staying stagnant is not an option due to inflation an…
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Kevin and Zach welcome back Dr. Lance Timmerman to discuss some life lessons. Take home: travel now. Don't wait. Some links from the show: Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook," McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb." The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we discuss the importance of incorporating movement at the beginning of video content to enhance viewer engagement on social media platforms. A simple gesture like a wave can significantly increase the likelihood of capturing attention and encouraging interaction with the content, expanding the reach of your Dental Marketin…
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As a 3rd year dental student, Mohammed wonders if the protocols that he's learning in dental school are applicable to real life. He sat down to interview Alan Mead about "real life dentistry." Bonding protocols in real life Etching vs. self etch Alcohol vs. acetone based bonding agents Composite wedging and matrices Heated composite and "snowplow" …
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Alan is joined by Dr. Melissa Seibert: a podcaster, educator and clinical dentist extraordinaire! Our conversation covered a lot of ground! Podcasting talk between podcasters Melissa's take on how to read and find literature On research and the desk drawer bias Melissa's origin story How well does dental school prepare us? How Melissa became an edu…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore the concept that effective strategy in Dental Marketing involves not only deciding what actions to take but also identifying what to avoid. The discussion emphasizes that saying no to certain initiatives can create more opportunities for success and improve profitability at your Dental Practice. Show Produced by …
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In this episode, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss the critical topic of resigning from PPO plans to improve work-life balance. They explore why reducing insurance dependence is vital for dentists seeking a more fulfilling and sustainable practice. Dentists often face challenges such as low reimbursement rates and increased patient loads asso…
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*not Dr. Lance Timmerman joins Kevin and Zach again, this time to talk about what he's changed his mind about business. It turns out that Lance isn't fond of a giant, hygiene-centric practice. After COVID he found that dental hygiene barely covered its own overhead and he definitely didn't enjoy it. Some links from the show: EMS Airflow Become a me…
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Al riff's on a listener's suggestion. The listener suggested that specialists seem to get very gentle treatment and reviews on social media platforms, but somehow whenever general dentists or pediatric dentists come up, people seem to lose their minds. Why is the image of generalists so much worse than specialists? Some links from the show: Dentist…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore the concept that effective SEO is a byproduct of executing various foundational elements correctly, rather than being the sole focus of Dental Marketing efforts. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a well-designed website, quality content, social proof, and community engagement in driving SEO success and …
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What does it mean when a patient tells you that "I found you from the internet?" Well, practically nothing. Did they see your website? Did they read a review? Did they see a social media post? Unless your front desk is REALLY good at figuring this stuff out, you may not be able to tell where your marketing is really working and where it might be mi…
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In this episode, Gary and Naren explore the critical importance of making new patients feel valued and welcomed from their very first interaction with your practice. With rising competition and the ongoing need to reduce dependence on PPO plans, it's more important than ever to "roll out the red carpet" for new patients. A key factor in this proces…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore five fun holidays to celebrate in September that can enhance Dental Marketing efforts at your Practice. We also highlight engaging activities for these holidays, encouraging Practices to leverage social media and local businesses for greater community interaction. Show Produced by Dentainment https://dentainment.…
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Dr. Lance Timmerman joins Kevin and Zach to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Today's episode continues the series for Zach and Kevin where they talk to some experienced dentists about what things they've changed their mind about over the years. Today's episode features a discussion with Lance about heroic dentistry. Lance does signi…
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Social media tells the story of influencers that are killing it while living their best lives. But here in the real world, some people are living in crises. There are people suffering with mental health issues all around us and it's not always obvious who is. Al received a couple of pretty scary anonymous letters that tell a story of mental illness…
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Alan welcomes back Dr. Mike Melkers for a wide ranging conversation. Mike and Al go WAY back (DentalTown in the "oughts" anyone?) and we catch up a little bit. Al was affected by a video Mike recorded earlier this year contrasting "comprehensive" care vs. "appropriate" care. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Michael Melkers (@drmichaelme…
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In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah address the common issue of team resistance when transitioning to a less insurance-dependent practice. They discuss practical strategies for managing team members' fears and concerns, highlighting the importance of clear communication, ongoing training, and ma…
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Today is a throwback episode featuring Kevin, Zach and Al talking about how they've evolved on caries removal. It's a classic and I hope you enjoy it! Original show notes: Dr. Alan Mead of the DentalHacks podcast was gracious enough to join us again this week. And we start off with old school internet videos: Bonus: He got a web redemption! Then we…
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"Horse people are nuts. They're all crazy." --Al Al spins a tale of an industry that is self immolating right in front of him. Nope. It's not dentistry. Not yet. It's horse boarding. Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will re…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we examine how Search GPT is poised to revolutionize Dental Marketing by challenging Google's dominance in search. We explore the importance of leveraging available AI tools and creating quality video content to enhance visibility and attract new patients to your Dental Practice in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. Sh…
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Today's throwback episode features the one and only Dr. Rob Ritter. Al talked to Rob back in late 2021 after having a couple of bad clinical beats and Rob has some pretty good advice. Original show notes: Alan is joined by Dr. Rob Ritter to talk about a couple of bad beats he had. Perfing an endo and punting a tough extraction had Al wondering if h…
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In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss "Negotiated Fee Schedules: Truth or Fiction." Historically, until around 2011 or 2012, dentists had some success negotiating fees with PPO plans. However, in recent years, insurance companies have largely stopped negotiating fees, leaving dentists with…
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Today's throwback episode features a discussion on when to throw in the towel. Keep restoring or moving to a different kind of plan is a big deal these days. The guys have thoughts. Also...the baseball talk is 3 years out of date. FYI. Previous show notes: We open with a full 11 minutes on baseball so if you just want the dental chat, start the pod…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore the emerging significance of micro-influencers in Dental Marketing, emphasizing their potential to engage local communities effectively. The discussion highlights a recent acquisition in the influencer marketing space, signaling a transformative shift toward more personalized and data-driven marketing strategies …
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Mohammed is joined by Dr. Brandon Evert and Dr. Seth Braker! Brandon and Seth were classmates throughout dental school and have contrasting early dental career paths! Brandon is a military dentist and Seth went directly into private practice. Brandon started the "Extracting Wisdom" podcast before he started dental school and later asked Seth to com…
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This throwback episode features a replay of a Dental Hacks episode featuring Brian Colao of Dykema! Brian Colao knows DSOs. He's an attorney that helps people create and administer DSOs. He's been a frequent guest on the Dental Hacks and he gave Jason and Alan some of his time at the recent Voices of Dentistry meeting. We went deep on the topic of …
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore the concept of answer engine optimization (AEO) in Dental Marketing, emphasizing the importance of creating content that directly addresses the questions and needs of potential patients. The discussion highlights the shift towards video content and the impact of emerging technologies like SearchGPT on the future …
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In this episode of the Less Insurance Dependence Podcast titled "Fee Setting Guidelines," hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah go deep into the crucial topic of how to set fees in a dental practice effectively. They begin by emphasizing the importance of regularly updating fees, particularly in an inflationary economy, to ensure that dental practi…
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Today's throwback episode is the VERY FIRST VERY CLINICAL podcast...back when we called it Clinical Hacks! You'll hear Kevin, Zach and Mac talk about composite. Were they completely polished out the gate or have they gotten better over the years? You be the judge! Original show notes: Welcome to season 1, episode 1 of the Clinical Hacks Podcast! Ou…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore the multifaceted nature of Dental Marketing, emphasizing that successful patient acquisition is rarely due to a single factor but rather a combination of improvements across various elements. The discussion highlights the importance of continuous enhancement in areas such as website design, SEO, and patient exper…
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Al riffs on the concept of "price anchoring." If you can plant a dollar amount in the brain of your customer, you can manipulate what they believe a product or service is worth. It works with iPads as well as dental care and insurers are way better a this stuff than we are. Some links from the show: "What is Price Anchoring" Join the Very Dental Fa…
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Alan is joined by return guest Dr. Gary Holtzclaw to talk about different models of dental practice. Gary and Al have a Facebook chat that's been going for awhile about a lot of different models of practice that they've thought about and they hash some of them out on today's podcast! Some of the highlights: Where did the "hygiene driven" model come…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we have a conversation with Dr. Jack Ringer, who shares his journey in dentistry and the importance of mentorship and community through Spear Education. He emphasizes the importance of in-person continuing education, the fulfillment derived from AACD Accreditation, and the value of providing a remarkable patient experience.…
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In this Episode of the Less Insurance Dependence podcast, Gary Takacs is joined by guest Jordan Comstock to discuss the importance and implementation of in-office membership plans. Gary emphasizes the significance of these plans, particularly for dental practices aiming to reduce dependence on PPOs. He introduces Jordan, the CEO of BoomCloud, a com…
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Dr. Randy Houska joins Kevin and Zach to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Today's episode continues the series for Zach and Kevin where they talk to some experienced dentists about what things they've changed their mind about over the years. Today's episode features a discussion with Randy about life in general! Randy has stopped wo…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we explore how Dental Practices can harness the power of ChatGPT to craft captivating and compelling content. The conversation encompasses actionable insights and innovative strategies for employing AI to elevate marketing initiatives within your Dental Marketing. Show Produced by Dentainment https://dentainment.com/ Dentai…
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Mohammed is joined once again by Dr. Kevin Harland. Kevin graduated from the University of Oklahoma School of Dentistry in 2023. This conversation focuses on Kevin's first year in private practice. Every dentist has to handle the transition into dental practice and Kevin expands on some of the highlights of his first year out of school! Join the Ve…
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"Everything is a lie until proven otherwise." -Al Two mid-career dentists (Dr. Dawn Grimes and Al) come to grips with the fact that the "smooth sailing" that we think is coming probably isn't. Good times don't last. Neither do bad times. We've run out of real problems Can selling to a DSO fix your management problems? (stay tuned for an upcoming Gr…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we discuss the importance of optimizing Google AdWords for Dental Practices to effectively attract new patients. Key recommendations include refining location settings, understanding keyword phrase matches, and ensuring effective ad creative to maximize return on investment. Show Produced by Dentainment https://dentainment.…
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In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah discuss a critical topic for dental practices: controlling overhead. They begin by discussing the essential aspects of overhead, defining it as all necessary expenses to run a practice, excluding the dentist’s compensation. For solo practices, they recomm…
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Dr. Randy Houska joins Kevin and Zach to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Today's episode continues the series for Zach and Kevin where they talk to some experienced dentists about what things they've changed their mind about over the years. Today's episode features a discussion with Randy about business and things that he's changed…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we are joined by special guest Brad Braman from Empowered Dentist to explore the advantages of rising early and cultivating a morning routine. The conversation highlights how initiating the day with gratitude and a structured routine can enhance productivity and overall well-being, ultimately fostering a greater sense of fu…
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Why tell your patients the worst case scenario for any procedure they might be having? A couple reasons: They deserve to know Medicine SUCKS at it You look like a hero no matter what Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!" The Very Dental Podcast network is and will re…
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This throwback Group Function features two luminaries in direct dentistry, Dr. Buddy Mopper and Dr. Dennis Hartlieb. Al took a Cosmedent course back in May of 2022 and had a chance to interview these two in person. The result is a great back and forth about how we've overcomplicated composite dentistry and how to simplify it for everyday use! Dr. B…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we discuss the importance of remixing and repurposing existing dental content to create fresh marketing materials. We explore various strategies for transforming old blog posts, videos, and images into new formats such as social media posts, infographics, and YouTube videos, emphasizing the value of leveraging content you a…
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In this episode of The Less Insurance Dependence Podcast, hosts Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah delve into the critical topic of balancing profitability and serving those in need within a dental practice. The central topic of this episode is the idea that it is possible to have a profitable practice while serving those in need. Naren shares his exp…
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Dr. Randy Houska joins Kevin and Zach to talk about things we've changed our minds about. Today's episode continues the series for Zach and Kevin where they talk to some experienced dentists about what things they've changed their mind about over the years. Today's episode features a discussion with Randy about incorporating surgical procedures (sp…
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On this episode of BUZZ, we discuss how to maximize Google rankings for Dental Practices using directory listings. We emphasize the importance of consistent information across all directories, fully completing profiles with accurate details, and leveraging opportunities to add images, videos, and links back to your Dental Practice Website. https://…
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