Dentistry On FIRE

Dr. Jeff Buske

Welcome to the movement where Male Doctors learn to dominate life, not just survive it. I’m Dr. Jeff Buske. I built a $4M/yr dental practice while working only 3 days a week, and now I coach other male dentists and doctors to do the same without burning out, blowing up their marriage, or losing themselves in the process. This channel is for high-performing men in healthcare who want to: ✅ 4X their production ✅ Reignite passion at home ✅ Weaponize their body ✅ Lead with power ✅ Build a legacy without selling their soul Subscribe to join the movement.

  1. 1d ago

    How Dentists Can Build Wealth Beyond the Dental Chair

    Your dental practice is making money—but is it helping you build lasting wealth beyond the dental chair? In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske sits down with Dr. Jeremy Krell of Revere Partners to explore dental technology investing, venture capital for dentists, and the financial strategies practice owners can use to pursue greater long-term freedom. If you're a dentist looking to diversify your investments, understand dental startups, or create wealth outside your practice, this conversation offers a practical look at the opportunities and risks. Dr. Krell explains how dental venture capital funds work, why diversification matters, and what dentists should know about investment returns, liquidity, exit timelines, and due diligence before committing their capital. You'll also hear how investors evaluate emerging dental technology companies and why understanding the industries you invest in can be valuable. Beyond investing, Jeff and Jeremy discuss dental practice profitability, patient conversion, marketing mistakes, interoperability, regenerative dental technology, and the importance of building a business that supports your life rather than consuming it. Whether you're exploring passive investments, planning your financial future, or looking to build generational wealth, this episode will help you ask better questions about your money, your practice, and your freedom. What You'll Learn1. How Dental Venture Capital Investing Works: Understand how dental technology funds invest across multiple startups, how capital calls work, and why IRR, MOIC, and potential company exits matter when evaluating an investment. 2. What to Ask Before Investing Your Money: Learn the five major areas to investigate: fund managers, investment screening, portfolio support, exit strategies, and historical performance. 3. The Dental Practice Marketing Mistake That Costs You Money: Discover why spending more money on dental marketing without fixing patient conversion, scheduling, and production priorities can hurt practice profitability. 4. The Future of Dental Technology and Financial Freedom: Explore patient data interoperability, regenerative dental treatments such as Curodont, and how better systems, leadership, and financial planning can help dentists reclaim their time.   #DentalInvesting #DentalEntrepreneur #WealthBuildingForDentists #DentalTechnology #FinancialFreedom   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. Nov 5

    AI Won't Replace Dentists—But Dentists Using AI Will

    AI is changing dentistry, but here's the truth: it won't fix every broken system in your dental practice, and it isn't about to replace the hands-on care your patients need. The real risk? Falling behind dentists who learn to use it wisely. In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske talks with Jeremy from Revere Partners about the future of AI in dentistry, the biggest dental technology myths, and how dental practice owners can build more efficient practices without losing the personal connection that keeps patients coming back. Discover where dental AI could be headed over the next three to five years, from appointment scheduling, dental insurance verification, and revenue cycle management to AI-powered X-ray interpretation, clinical charting, procurement, and automated workflows. But what happens when artificial intelligence creates more problems than it solves? Jeremy explains the dangers of AI fatigue, inaccurate insurance claims, disconnected dental software, and automated phone systems that frustrate patients instead of helping them. The conversation also explores dental venture capital, investment opportunities in dental technology, and how dentists can potentially build wealth outside their practices by investing in an industry they already understand. Whether you're exploring AI tools for your dental practice or considering dental tech investments, this episode will help you evaluate opportunities, understand the risks, and make smarter decisions about your future. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN1. Why AI won't replace dentists—but could change who succeeds. Understand why leadership, patient relationships, and hands-on clinical care remain essential even as AI technology advances. 2. How AI agents could transform dental practice operations. Explore AI applications for patient scheduling, billing, insurance verification, revenue cycle management, dental X-rays, charting, and back-office workflows. 3. The hidden dangers of AI fatigue in dentistry. Learn how incomplete claims, poor system integration, and frustrating automated phone experiences can create extra work and potentially drive patients away. 4. How dentists can approach investing in dental technology. Discover how venture capital funds operate, what Revere Partners does, and why liquidity, due diligence, diversification, and investment objectives matter.   #DentalAI #FutureOfDentistry #DentalPracticeManagement #DentalTechnology #DentalInvesting   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. Oct 29

    From Dentist to VC Investor: The Story Behind 47 Startups

    What happens when a successful dentist decides the dental chair is just the beginning? Can you grow your impact from treating patients in one practice to helping build companies that reach millions of people? In this episode of Dentistry on Fire, Dr. Jeff Buske sits down with Dr. Jeremy Krell to explore his incredible journey from general dentist and multi-practice owner to healthcare entrepreneur, startup operator, and venture capital investor. This conversation is for dentists, dental practice owners, and healthcare entrepreneurs who want to understand what is possible beyond traditional clinical dentistry. Dr. Krell shares how his passion for entrepreneurship pushed him to expand dental practices, master new clinical procedures, and eventually become deeply involved in dental technology, business operations, and startup growth. You'll discover what he learned working with Oscar Health, Quip, and Simplify, including his experience helping scale Quip into a business generating approximately $100 million in revenue and selling roughly 20 million toothbrushes across 120 countries. Now, through Revere, Dr. Krell is helping fund the future of dentistry and healthcare innovation. His firm has invested in 47 companies and sold seven, while continuing to build a growing investment ecosystem. If you're interested in dental entrepreneurship, venture capital, scaling a dental practice, dental startups, leadership, and growing your impact beyond patient care, this episode offers a new perspective on what's possible. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Discover how Dr. Jeremy Krell transitioned from practicing dentistry and growing multiple dental offices to becoming a startup operator and venture capital fund manager. Learn what scaling Quip into a $100 million business taught him about reaching millions of patients, communicating with diverse audiences, and growing a global brand. Understand why dental technology startups can struggle to secure investment and how Revere was built to help bridge the gap between innovation and venture capital. Explore how Revere manages its portfolio of 47 investments, supports startup growth, and continues expanding through additional funds and business services.   #DentalEntrepreneurship #DentalPracticeGrowth #VentureCapital #DentalStartups #DentistryOnFire   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. Oct 22

    Why Being a Busy Dentist Doesn't Mean You're Successful

    Being a busy dentist doesn't always mean you're a successful dentist. What if the secret to less dental burnout, better practice management, and more personal freedom isn't working harder—but building better systems? In this episode of Jumpstart with Jeff, Dr. Jeff Buske sits down with Dr. Eric Block to discuss dental practice systems, standard operating procedures (SOPs), overcoming stress and anxiety, and redefining success as a dental practice owner. If you're overwhelmed by managing your dental team, patient communication, insurance workflows, or balancing dentistry with family life, this conversation is for you. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Discover how Dr. Eric Block organizes more than 300 dental SOPs to simplify clinical workflows, insurance processes, and staff training. Learn how Flomo helps dentists create and update standard operating procedures, including AI-assisted documentation and shareable training resources. Explore why comparing yourself to other dentists, giving in to fear, and confusing busyness with success can lead to unnecessary stress. Hear how coaching, professional help, entrepreneurship, and healthy boundaries can help dentists build confidence, protect family time, and create more freedom.   #DentalPracticeManagement #DentistBurnout #DentalSOPs #DentalLeadership #DentalPracticeGrowth   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. Oct 15

    Stop Being the Bottleneck in Your Dental Practice (Here's How)

    Why are so many successful dentists feeling burned out, overwhelmed, and mentally exhausted even when their dental practices are thriving? The truth is that dentist burnout isn't always about working too many hours. Sometimes it's the constant interruptions, staff turnover, patient demands, emotional pressure, and lack of effective dental practice systems that slowly drain your energy. In this episode, we explore the hidden causes of dental burnout and how dental practice owners can reduce stress, improve team efficiency, and create a more sustainable career in dentistry. From the isolation of running a private dental practice to the mental fatigue of answering endless staff questions, we discuss the challenges dentists rarely talk about openly. You'll discover how standard operating procedures (SOPs), dental office workflows, staff training systems, and better practice management can help remove you as the bottleneck in your business. We also discuss the importance of connecting with other dentists, defining success on your own terms, and protecting your mental well-being as your career evolves. Whether you're a new dentist struggling with daily pressures or an experienced practice owner looking to work smarter, this conversation offers practical ideas for building a more efficient dental practice without sacrificing your personal life, relationships, or peace of mind. What You'll Learn:Why dentists burn out even when business is good. Understand how decision fatigue, emotional pressure, demanding clinical procedures, constant patient interactions, and professional isolation contribute to stress and mental exhaustion in dentistry. How dental SOPs can eliminate unnecessary interruptions. Learn why documenting clinical setups, insurance protocols, phone procedures, membership plans, and daily workflows can reduce repetitive questions and make your dental office more efficient. How to build a dental team that operates more independently. Discover how Flomo, organized training resources, written procedures, photos, videos, and team accountability can make onboarding easier and help protect important practice knowledge when employees leave. Why working more doesn't always mean earning more. Hear how redefining success, building supportive relationships with other dentists, and creating better practice systems can help you reclaim time and work toward a healthier work-life balance.   #DentistBurnout #DentalPracticeManagement #DentalLeadership #DentalPracticeGrowth #WorkLifeBalance   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. Oct 8

    Why Dentists Burn Out (And How to Love Work Again)

    Do you dread Monday mornings at your dental practice, even though you worked years to become a dentist? Dentist burnout, dental anxiety, perfectionism, and the pressure to keep every patient happy can quietly turn a career you once loved into a job you want to escape. In this episode of Dentistry on Fire, Dr. Jeff Buske sits down with Dr. Eric Block, known as The Stress-Free Dentist, to talk about what dental burnout really looks like and how he found his way back to enjoying dentistry. Eric shares the period when he regretted becoming a dentist, struggled with anxiety, brought work stress home, and considered leaving the profession. He opens up about therapy, life coaching, hypnotherapy, and getting professional support to reclaim his mental well-being. Discover why perfectionism and people-pleasing increase stress in dental practices, how learning to say no can protect your peace, and why communication and leadership skills matter just as much as clinical expertise. Whether you're a dental practice owner, associate dentist, or dental professional feeling overwhelmed, this honest conversation offers a powerful perspective on dental mental health, burnout recovery, work-life balance, professional boundaries, and building a sustainable dental career.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN Discover how Dr. Eric Block went from dreading his dental practice to enjoying his career again—and why burnout recovery starts with acknowledging the problem. Understand how perfectionism, people-pleasing, difficult patients, and fear of failure contribute to dentist anxiety, emotional exhaustion, and poor work-life balance. Learn how therapy, coaching, self-awareness, and healthier boundaries helped Eric change his relationship with stress and stop carrying every bad day home. Explore why dental school doesn't fully prepare dentists for practice leadership, patient communication, business challenges, and the difficult decisions required to run a successful practice.   #DentistBurnout #DentalMentalHealth #StressFreeDentist #DentalPracticeLeadership #DentistryOnFire   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. Oct 1

    EP 352: Why You’re Stuck: The Hidden Power You’re Leaking Every Day

    Ever feel like you're doing all the right things, yet still stuck? You hustle, grind, and push for more production… but somehow, you're still not getting ahead. You think it’s a business problem, but it’s actually a power problem. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Buske reveals the real reasons why most dentists, and high performers, struggle to break through, and how the code and the stack can flip everything in your favor. Dr. Buske dives into the emotional and strategic blocks that keep practice owners imprisoned in their own businesses. From marital stress that leaks into the office, to the frantic chase for money at the expense of purpose and clarity, he breaks down the hidden dynamics sabotaging your success. You'll learn why living by the code, real facts, raw feelings, relevant focus, and fruitful results, is the foundation for building a life and practice that actually works. Then he introduces the stack, the single greatest tool for shifting your mindset, breaking reactive cycles, and regaining your power. It’s not just about more production. It’s about reclaiming clarity, perspective, and integrity, daily.    Takeaways: Your personal energy affects every part of your practice, especially your team.  Chasing money without clarity leaks power and purpose.  The “code” framework helps you live with integrity and focus.  Suppressed emotions become explosive reactions, address them early.  The “stack” gives you daily perspective and a powerful interruption to old habits.   “You think it’s a production problem, but it’s really a power problem.” — Dr. Jeff Buske  If this hit home, share it with a fellow dentist or high performer. Subscribe to Jumpstart with Jeff and follow @dr.jeffbuske on Instagram for more practical tools to take your life, marriage, and practice beyond the next level.   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. Sep 24

    EP 351: Prisoner or Producer? The One Question That Changes Everything

    Are you really in control of your life and practice, or are you just surviving inside a system that’s quietly draining your power? In today’s episode, Dr. Jeff Buske cracks open a tough but essential question: Where are you at? Not geographically, but mentally, emotionally, spiritually, physically. This isn’t about surface-level self-help. This is about confronting the truth so you can finally pivot from being a prisoner of your circumstances to a producer of your own powerful reality. In this no-holds-barred solo episode, Dr. Buske walks through a powerful internal shift that starts with smashing your current mental frame. He challenges dentists to stop tolerating a life of burnout, imbalance, and disconnection, and instead start operating with power, presence, and purpose. Whether it’s your practice, marriage, leadership, or health, you’ll be invited to take inventory of where you're truly at, and what it’s costing you to stay there.   You’ll hear: Why your “production problem” is really a capacity problemThe danger of living as a one-dimensional human beingThe false belief that family distracts from success, and what to believe instead  A powerful 4-dimensional framework to create synergy across life and practice  How to stop firefighting and start leading with sustainable power  “Joy is our default setting, we just forgot. When you become a producer, you remember how to live from that place again.” Ready to stop being a prisoner to your practice and start becoming a powerful producer? Subscribe, share this episode with a fellow dentist, and take a few minutes to journal your honest answer to this question: Where are you at?   To connect with Dr. Buske follow the links below - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrey-buske-12201010a/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/jeffrey_t._buske?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100010102508751 Limitless Dentist Academy: http://www.limitlessdentistacademy.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Welcome to the movement where Male Doctors learn to dominate life, not just survive it. I’m Dr. Jeff Buske. I built a $4M/yr dental practice while working only 3 days a week, and now I coach other male dentists and doctors to do the same without burning out, blowing up their marriage, or losing themselves in the process. This channel is for high-performing men in healthcare who want to: ✅ 4X their production ✅ Reignite passion at home ✅ Weaponize their body ✅ Lead with power ✅ Build a legacy without selling their soul Subscribe to join the movement.