Podcasts about planet dds

In the DSO world, as in life, financial disappointment can jeopardize growth, making a strategic and realistic approach to profit-making crucial to secure financial health for your business. And yet, many struggle with the concept. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Mike White, Principal at Clifton Larson Allen, to explore why proper financial fundamentals are crucial for practice growth, how to position your group for successful transactions, and key strategies for maximizing practice value. This conversation offers deep insight into the hidden financial leaks plaguing many DSOs today, tried and tested methods to unlock hidden profit and the importance of realism and acceptance in it all, reminding us that it pays (literally) to have your financial house in order!

Are the quality care metrics of dentistry being used the way they should? Surprisingly (or unsurprisingly), not. In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker sits down with Elliot Ziebel, Founder of ClariFi Health to explore how data-driven decision-making is transforming dental group operations. From leveraging AI for practice analytics to implementing strategic quality metrics in hygiene departments, they unpack practical strategies for driving predictable growth. Profit and purpose don't need to be mutually exclusive; this conversation offers insight into the strategies that allow them to coexist, and practices to thrive.

With a landscape as dynamic as AI, it's only natural that its applications in dentistry continue to evolve with a similar speed. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Ophir Tanz, founder and CEO of Pearl, and an award winning entrepreneur and AI innovator who is transforming the dental industry to explore the transformative impact of AI in dentistry. From revolutionizing diagnostic workflows to automating practice management tasks, they dive deep into how cutting-edge technology is reshaping dental operations, positively impacting the dental business, its practitioners and patients, alike. It can often be difficult to understand what to do with the power of AI. But conversations like this serve as a reminder that AI can be the key that not only unlocks exponential growth for your business, but opens doors you didn't know existed.

What happens when social media (the limitless world of content) meets dentistry? A dentistry revolution takes place. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes the world's most popular dental influencer, Dr. Ben Winters, Orthodontist at Wincrest Orthodontics for an eye-opening conversation on the intersection of social media and dentistry. Backed by his learnings from building a 20M follower base, Winters takes listeners through his understanding of the world of content, how one can leverage it to form a strategic business advantage and eventually, transform their dental practice. This conversation highlights actionable strategies for growing your practice's social presence while staying authentic and science-focused in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. In a world where marketing speaks the loudest, Dr. Ben Winters aka The Bentist, offers a rather sincere and humble approach to making some noise, but doing it quietly.

One can find solutions in the most surprising places. And, for dentistry - technology provides a disruptive solution for elevated patient care and business efficiency. Tune into the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show as host Mike Huffaker sits down with Tobi Bosede, Founder and CEO of DentalFynd and People of Color in Dental, to explore the intersection of AI technology and modern dentistry. From building the “Amazon.com for dental services” to fostering and advocating for diversity in the industry, Tobi shares insights on entrepreneurship, technological innovation, and the importance of creating inclusive spaces in dentistry. Dentistry finds itself in the thick of the AI and technology forest today. This conversation highlights the importance of understanding the intersection and embracing it for disruptive, positive impact.

The equation seems simple - quality patient care is driven by quality administration. And yet, too many DSOs underestimate the importance of the quality assurance department and its process. Why is that? Tune in to the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show as host, Mike Huffaker, welcomes Dr. Mariz Tanious aka Dr. T, Chief Dental Officer at Affinity Dental Management, to explore the criticality of robust quality assurance processes, how a quality-first approach can elevate organizational culture and operations, and the profound impact it can have on levels of patient care at your practice. From implementing effective documentation protocols to leveraging AI technology for better patient outcomes, Dr. T shares invaluable insights from her two decades of experience, reminding us all that the only thing more important than the numbers your business is bringing in, is the quality of those numbers.

Traditional dental practices and businesses are being met with a strong wind at the door, characterized by a critical need for fresh, innovative and respectful leadership. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Adam Richichi, CEO of Archway Dental Partners, to explore scaling dental practices from the ground up, backed by a culture-first approach. From starting as a 15-year-old practice employee to leading a 36-location dental organization, Adam shares invaluable insights on leadership, technological innovation, and sustaining culture. What will it take for up and coming dental businesses to thrive in the new climate of dentistry? Tune in to find out.

The only way to learn is to do. And, Scotte Hudsmith's journey of rapid and successful scaling personifies that. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes the Chairman and CEO of Specialized Dental Partners to explore the art of building successful dental platforms. Backed by his experience, growing Smile Doctors from 2 to 200+ locations while leading innovative integrated care models at Specialized Dental Partners, Scotte spotlights the criticality of protecting culture during rapid growth, the role of private equity in the current dentistry revolution, and how having both clinical and business specialists can determine sustainable success. Everyone wants to grow, and many dental practices do. But doing it right, while championing the interests of dentists, patients and dental professionals alike, is an art that must be studied.

Everyone benefits from good leadership and dental practices are no exception. Strategic leadership practices, when applied correctly, can make or break the growth trajectory of your business. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Geoff Wayne, CEO of Jefferson Dental and Orthodontics, to explore innovative approaches to patient engagement, the power of data-driven decision making, and how organizations can effectively prioritize organizational goals. This conversation underscores the importance of leadership in every aspect of a practice's growth - from patient care to profitability. Tune in for actionable insights on transforming your business through focused leadership!

Generally, the definition of success may vary, but in the world of dentistry, patient care, profitability and operational excellence are measures of success that every business is trying to achieve. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Eric Pastan, Director, Skytale Group, and a former DSO owner, who scaled his business to 45 locations. Together, they take from Pastan's wealth of experience to explore the critical elements of successful dental organization growth. From insights on maintaining clinical excellence while scaling operations to the importance of data analysis done right, and how to prepare your organization for eventual transactions, this episode highlights the keys to dental success, in today's day and age. Tune in to discover how, sometimes, the best path to growth starts with sitting at the front desk!

What does it take to be a part of a successful merger and acquisition in dentistry today? In today's day and age, both practices and M&A departments find themselves at an interesting crossroads. Tune in to the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show as host, Mike Huffarker, welcomes Ryan Mingus, Managing Director of M&A at Tusk Partners, to explore the evolving landscape of dental practice acquisitions. From what it takes for a practice to be attractive to buyers, to navigating the key differences between private equity and strategic buyers, Ryan shares invaluable insights drawn from years of experience in dental M&A. Whether you're a buyer or a seller, this episode provides invaluable insights that will help you plan for a future transition, build a valuable practice and execute a successful M&A for your business!

When it comes to growing your dentistry empire, there come many inflection points that pose tough questions. Some surrender to those points and some find the answers that help them grow bigger than ever before. In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker brings on the latter - Vince Dilley, Founder and CEO of Platinum Dental Services, a brand spanning 41 locations. Together, they explore practical growth strategies that can take a bootstrapped business to empire status, creative financing approaches that enable incremental growth with big impact and the importance of being detail-oriented in the road to expansion. If you're interested in the business practices that can elevate the state of your practice, all while making a difference to the professionals, patients and community it works with, this is the episode for you!

Technology has impacted every aspect of our lives. So, why would its impact on dental businesses be any different? In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker sits down with Jill Nesbitt, Independent Consultant at Optimize Dental Consulting, for a comprehensive look at the state of technology and more importantly, its implementation, in the world of dentistry today. Through the conversation, they explore Jill's foray into the business of DSOs, how she built her niche in tech implementation services, the importance of effective, real-time application and how software can not just support organizational goals, but drive them. Tune in to discover why successful software implementation is about much more than just flipping a switch - it's about creating sustainable and scalable processes, making technology an ally in your dental business!

In the latest episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker brings on Mike Baird, Founder and CEO of Accelerate Dental, for an in-depth look at building a dental ecosystem by dentists and for dentists. Together, they explore how Accelerate Dental is rethinking ownership stakes for dentists, their use of the perpetual model and their unique approach in creating partnerships within the world of dentistry. This conversation shines a light on the shifts that challenge the traditional operation of DSOs, and how this enhances the experience for patients and dentists, every step of the way. If you're keen on exploring a disruptive business model that can reshape the dental business, providing dentists and practitioners with new possibilities in the future, this episode is for you!

It's that time of year again where I share my predictions for 2025 regarding Connected DentistryⓇ, and this time, I'm going bolder than ever before.  I had Dave Pryor of Planet DDS join me in the studio for this episode of The Patient First Podcast where we had a great time exchanging and debating ideas about trends in 2024 and trends we can expect in 2025. We discuss medical-dental integration, AI, interoperability, software pricing and much more. We also hint at how the company ToothappsⓇ is going to play a pivotal role in the rapid-fire evolution of oral healthcare over the next year and beyond. This discussion was a long one, but it was also emblematic of the kind of conversations our industry needs more of. Share your thoughts after listening to our predictions in this podcast! I'm Dr. Bryan Laskin—dentist, author, and entrepreneur with a big-picture view that drives the development of solutions that future-proof dental practices while sustaining the standard of care. See how Toothapps is already shaping the future of dentistry: Toothapps.com Get a copy of my first book that addresses the gap between patients and providers, The Patient First Manifesto.   Read my second book that addresses the divide in the dental industry, Dental Disorder.

In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker welcomes Steve Bilt, CEO of Smile Brands - a pioneering organization in the dental business, supporting nearly 700 offices across the US, known for their delivery of excellence in service and employee satisfaction. Together, they deep dive into the making of the ‘Smiles for Everyone' legacy, recognizing and playing one's role to the best of their ability, the little behaviors that make a big impact and aligning organizational purpose with the dentists and patients, alike. Tune in for eye-opening insights on building a disruptive franchise and leaving your mark on the world of dentistry!

In this episode of The Dental Brief, Patrick welcomes Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS, to discuss how their cloud-based software solutions are transforming the dental industry. Eric shares his unique journey from engineering to dentistry, the challenges facing modern dental practices, and how Planet DDS addresses issues like outdated systems, scalability, and patient experience. Learn how their innovative platform streamlines practice management, imaging, and patient engagement to help dental practices scale and thrive. Tune in for insights into overcoming objections to software transitions and choosing the right solution for your practice. Eric is on a mission to expose what's wrong dental software and share his take on how to fix it. DSOs have been constrained by outdated, siloed systems for too long, and Eric envisions a future where dental software is open, flexible, and seamlessly integrated. About the guest:Bio Eric Giesecke is the CEO of Planet DDS, the leader in cloud-based software for independent dental offices and dental groups in the U.S. Prior to joining Planet DDS, he co-founded District Line Partners, a private investment fund created to acquire and operate a single attractive business in a growing industry. He also ran One Source Water, a bottleless water cooler firm, where he nearly doubled the size of the company in less than three years. Eric has an MBA from Harvard Business School and a bachelor's of science in mechanical engineering from the University of Virginia. ***** SPONSOR: – Omni Premier Marketing: https://omnipremier.com/dental-marketing/ CONNECT: – Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thedentalbrief/ – Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalbriefpodcast/ – LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dental-brief-podcast-564267217 – Patrick's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchavoustie/– Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd08JzybKfNH0v12Q9jf50w WEBSITE: – https://dentalbrief.com/

In this episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker sits down with Eric Giesecke, the CEO of Planet DDS. Join them as they discuss growth strategies, the evolving landscape of dental business dynamics, and M&A trends.

In this bonus episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker looks back at some of the insightful conversations he's been having with a multitude of guests on the podcast. Listen on to hear Randa Seif, Chief Operating Officer at CaliDental, examine the benefits of adopting a community-centric business strategy, Brandon Robert Halcott, co-Founder of Seva Dental Team, discuss ways of creating profitability in a dental business, and much more!

Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS & Rod Ganjifard, Vice President of Technology of Onsite Dental join the GDN podcast.  The two discuss: the need for integrated data DSO tech challenges What is DentalOS? Much more If you would like to learn more about Planet DDS visit - https://www.planetdds.com/ .  If you would like to attend or learn more about the Planet DDS Orbit 2025 conference visit - https://dso.pub/Orbit2025 You can also learn about Onsite Dental here - https://onsitedental.com/ If you like our podcast, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on iTunes https://apple.co/2Nejsfa and a Thumbs Up on YouTube.  

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

Mike Huffaker, CRO of Planet DDS and Host of the Dental Economist Show, is all about relationships. With an extensive history in sales, building teams, and leading successful results, Mike prioritizes people and relationships in everything he does. Chelsea Myers, Founder and CEO of Dental Life Coach, partners with organizations to create exceptional partnerships, source high-quality talent, and support through expert coaching strategies and resources. www.DentalLife.Coach

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

In this special edition episode of The Dental Economist Show, host Mike Huffaker is live from Waikiki, Hawaii, and is joined by a panel of guests from the Planet DDS sales team. Join them as they explore their experiences in the industry, where they see dentistry going in the future, and why they love their work.

David Pryor is BACK in this interview, and we have a blast sharing and comparing our predictions for dentistry in 2024. David Pryor of Planet DDS is the former host of The Patient First Podcast, a long-time friend and a trusted industry expert. In this interview, Dave returns to talk AI, cloud-based practice management systems and anticipated DSO growth trends. It was great to reconnect with Dave in the studio of The Patient First Podcast and I know that anyone who cares about better dentistry will be keen to listen in on our conversation. Learn more about the dental industry's biggest problems by reading my latest book: DentalDisorder.com 

Was the move to the cloud worth it? The Chief Clinical Officer and Chief Technology Officer of Family Dental Health share how they got through one of the hardest parts of the journey to the cloud: the onboarding process. Learn about the “tipping point” for moving to the cloud, reducing the risk of switching, and how to get started. This episode is sponsored by Planet DDS.

Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS and Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet join the GDN Show. They discuss AI imaging trends and opportunities for DSOs and emerging dental groups. Topics include: Planet DDS and the acquisition of Apteryx imaging Overview of Overjet's AI technology DSO trends and how cloud technology can help Clinical streamlining and consistency through AI How Overjet AI works with Denticon and Apteryx AI technology and patient treatment, care, planning and outcomes Much more  To schedule a demo with Planet DDS visit - https://bit.ly/41vacDS  If you like our podcast, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on iTunes http://apple.co/2Nejsfa and a Thumbs Up on YouTube. Our podcast series brings you dental support organization and emerging dental group practice analysis, conversation, trends, news and events. Listen to leaders in the DSO and emerging dental group space talk about their challenges, successes, and the future of group dentistry. The Group Dentistry Now Show: The Voice of the DSO Industry has listeners across North & South America, Australia, Europe, and Asia. If you like our show, tell a friend or a colleague.

Great discussion with the CEO of Planet DDS, Eric Giesecke and the CEO of Apteryx Imaging, Dr. David Gane on the recent acquisition and its impact on DSOs. This is an audio only podcast. Our podcast series brings you dental support and emerging dental group practice analysis, conversation, trends, news and events. Listen to leaders in the DSO and emerging dental group space talk about their challenges, successes, and the future of group dentistry. The Group Dentistry Now Show: The Voice of the DSO Industry has listeners across the North & South America, Australia, Europe, and Asia. If you like our show, tell a friend or a colleague.

In this episode of OpenRoom Talks, Keyana is joined by Brandon Halcott (Co-Founder & President, Tru Family Dental) and Eric Giesecke (CEO, Planet DDS)They discuss a number of themes surrounding the topic of centralisation, including:Its benefits and difficultiesMaintaining private feel under centralisationBrandon's revenue threshold matrix which describes the aspects of your business that you could centralise and whenMaintaining your brand under centralisationThe differences between cloud and server based solutions

Bill practiced clinical dentistry for 10 years, while founding a small dental insurance company in Los Angeles. He left clinical practice to work with Prudential Healthcare (later acquired by Aetna), where he ultimately became President of the Dental Division headquartered in New Jersey. Later, he was hired by Wellpoint Healthcare (now Anthem) as General Manager, the senior executive over the dental division and returned to California. During the dot-com boom in 1998, Bill left Wellpoint and founded Dental Connect, a real-time dental EDI company which later merged with Dentalxchange. After the sale of Dentalxchange in 2003, Bill helped in the founding of Planet DDS the developer of Denticon, the cloud-based practice management software, as SVP of Business Development. After its sale in 2016, Bill and his business partner at both Dentalxchange and Planet DDS, Richard Lee, started a quest to address the issues of the dental underserved through the use of innovative technology. The result was the founding of Virtual Dental Care, Inc., where Bill is the COO.

Matt Prados is the founder of Review Wave, an online reputation management software that integrates with Dentrix, Eaglesoft, Open Dental, Planet DDS, PracticeWorks, Curve Dental, and more to fully automate all aspects of online reputation for dentists.   http://www.reviewwave.com

When Planet DDS was founded over a decade ago, the word “cloud” brought to mind bad weather, not a revolutionary technology infrastructure that enables file access from anywhere. So when our founder and his team of visionaries came together in 2004 to write the first cloud-based practice management software for dental practices, they were way ahead of the curve.   Our founding team had over 150 years of combined experience in dental practice management technology. They united behind a simple vision: to offer a better alternative to cumbersome desktop-based practice management software. Their goal: to help dentists run their practices so that dentists could focus on what matters most—patient care.   From its humble beginnings in a rented apartment in Costa Mesa, California and a small base of early adopters, Planet DDS has grown to serve thousands of dental professionals across the country. Our long tenure as pioneers in the cloud has informed refinements to our software every step of the way, leading to the highly functional tool our users enjoy today.   www.planetdds.com

Maybe you are an executive who is looking to start your own company. Or maybe you're a bootstrapped startup and you're looking for a different kind of exit. Eric Giesecke has run a number of Search Funds - funds that look for a single company to focus on and grow. In this episode Shira talks to Eric about Search Funds, and how he found and grew Planet DDS. About Eric Giesecke Eric is the CEO of Planet DDS, responsible for operations, technology, finance, customer success.. Prior to joining the company, he co-founded District Line Partners, a private investment fund created to acquire and operate a single attractive business in a growing industry. He also ran Onesource Water, a bottleless water cooler firm where he nearly doubled the size of the company in less than three years. Eric has an MBA from Harvard Business School and a B.S. in mechanical engineering from the University of Virginia. About Shira Abel Shira Abel is the CEO and Lead Strategist at Hunter & Bard (http://www.hunterandbard.com), an inbound marketing and branding agency. Clients include: Folloze, Totango, Cyara, Sarine Technologies, Pushbullet, AXA Tech, CloudEndure, AppsGeyser, Pitango VC, Allianz, and more. Creator and host of the SaaS Insider podcast. Creator of the Behavior Engineering Canvas. Mentor at 500 Startups. Former professor of Marketing for Startups at Tel Aviv-Jaffa Academic College. MBA from Kellogg School of Management. Loves family time, cooking, and traveling. Hates writing about herself in the third person. She lives in Silicon Valley with her husband, teen and tween sons and a very large Great Pyrenees. If you would like to be interviewed on SaaS Insider - please contact Shira at the URL above. The SaaS Insider podcast is brought to you by Hunter & Bard, a marketing agency specializing in design, branding, content and marketing automation – helping SaaS companies reduce their marketing debt. It’s also a member of the C-Suite Radio Network. Check out Hunter & Bard today at http://hunterandbard.com