Managing Dental Drama

Consultant and Dentist Duo; Practice Problems
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  • Entrepreneurship
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Owning, operating, and managing a dental practice can be difficult and sometimes wrought with drama. Meet Dr. Kuba, a private practice owner, and Bethany, a dental consultant, who take real-life examples and talk through issues in an open, honest, and sometimes hilarious manner. Topics are relevant to current dental and employment trends and range from “The Art of Retaining Good Employees” to “The Marriage of Dentistry and Insurance Ending in Divorce” and everything in between. Each episode provides dental leaders with various tips and tricks as well as common mistakes to avoid. Enjoy the unscripted conversation between Dr. Kuba, Bethany, and various dental practice owners! 

  1. 3d ago

    Real Life Resumes - How to Pick Good Applicants

    Dr. Kuba and Bethany put the gloves on today! While they often see things from different perspectives, today’s episode might represent the most they have ever disagreed on a subject matter. As Dr. Kuba reads through actual applicants from her recent job post, she shares why she accepted or rejected the candidate, and Bethany shares her perspective. If you struggle to determine who is a good applicant, this episode makes it clear that it is truly difficult to decide! However, this episode will also give you alternative perspectives to consider when shifting through a pool of employee applicants. Enjoy the debate!  📣Early Bird Special Ends July 31st! Do not miss the Leadership Summit!  When: September 18, 2026 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Lunch served)  Where: Homewood Suites, The Colony, TX Who: Practice owners and leaders are invited What: Bring your leadership problems, and we will solve them together! Harness a day full of practical solutions surrounded by like-minded leaders.  HUB HIGHLIGHT Downtime Checklist Bundle Keep your team productive with ready-to-use downtime task lists and checklists designed specifically for dental practices. Business Job Description Bundle  Define team roles using customizable job descriptions for key positions in your dental practice.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  2. Jul 20

    Dental Death = Pause and Reflect

    The news story this week should cause us all to pause. Medical emergencies are a reality for which we should all be prepared. When an incredibly sad news story regarding a dental death occurs, we owe it to ourselves, our team, and our patients to pause and ensure that we are as prepared as we can possibly be. In an effort to remind us all, Dr. Kuba and Bethany have resurrected a recent episode regarding medical emergencies. Together they reflect on several REAL scenarios that recently occurred in the dental field. They discuss the appropriate steps to take during an emergency in order to protect your patients, your practice, and yourself. In addition, they discuss preventive steps that can be taken to ensure that your team responds well before, during, and after an emergency. Do yourself a favor and take notes today!   Dr. Kuba and Bethany dig much deeper into this subject in the May digest. For non-subscribers, if you missed the May content, you can purchase it through our Hub/Shop.  Don’t miss your chance to attend The Leadership Summit. In eight weeks, on Friday, September 18, Dr. Kuba and Bethany will join up with attendees at Homewood Suites in The Colony, TX for an entire day dedicated to practical leadership topics. With only a few spots remaining and the early bird special coming to an end, don’t hesitate to register TODAY!  HUB HIGHLIGHT May Dental Digest Bundle Prepare your team for medical emergencies with the May Dental Digest Bundle, featuring training scenarios, a team emergency quiz, and a clear action plan for addressing gaps in your practice.  Dental Assistant Checklist Bundle  Keep your dental assistants organized and your practice running smoothly with editable checklists for daily duties, downtime tasks, and ongoing responsibilities.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  3. Jul 13

    Who You Gonna Call?

    The Texas heat forced Dr. Kuba and Bethany into their cozy closet to record today’s important episode. Dr. Kuba throws two completely different scenarios to Bethany and puts her on the spot for advice. Both with the question - Who you gonna call? A patient receives services in your practice and then three weeks later gets admitted to the hospital with facial swelling. Should you self-report to the Board? In another scenario, a practice owner has an incredibly valuable employee that is looking at jail time. Should you intervene to help? Regardless of the scenario, it is critical to have the right people lined up to call when really weird and yet substantial scenarios hit your door.  Only a few spots remain for the Leadership Summit! Don’t miss out on this open dialogue day of sharing leadership problems and developing solutions together. Register TODAY to secure a spot for you and your key team members. Friday, September 18, from 8:30 - 4:30 at a hotel approximately 15 minutes from DFW airport. See you there!  www.hellobethany.com/leadership  Want 30% off the Leadership Summit? Become a subscriber!!  https://www.patreon.com/cw/ManagingDentalDrama/membership  HUB HIGHLIGHT HR Bundle  Be prepared for common HR situations with editable forms designed to support your practice and team.  Policy Documents Bundle  Save time and strengthen your practice with editable policies for your team, patients, and office.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  4. Jul 6

    Inside the Mind of an Office Manager - Delegation

    Bethany’s sister-in-law is back!! Amanda has been a manager for many years now. She recalls a time when she felt, “If I want to have something done right, I have to do it myself.” This mindset led her to burnout, fatigue, and frustration. She and Bethany discuss her delegation mindset. Amanda shares how she strives to create a collaborative environment where delegation, teamwork, and equality is the norm. She also shares her mindset when hiring and managing team members. There are so many wonderful nuggets of advice in this episode. Don’t miss it!  Only a few spots remain for the Leadership Summit! Don’t miss out on this open dialogue day of sharing leadership problems and developing solutions together. Register TODAY to secure a spot for you and your key team members. Friday, September 18, from 8:30 - 4:30 at a hotel approximately 15 minutes from DFW airport. See you there!  ->   www.hellobethany.com/leadership  HUB HIGHLIGHT Insurance Bundle  Support your team through insurance changes with practical resources designed to make patient conversations easier.  Bonus Bundle  Motivate your team with practical bonus plans that encourage productivity, accountability, and a positive office culture.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  5. Jun 29

    Yucky but Useful

    Have you ever been in that uncomfortable situation where you feel like you might need to report something to either the state board or even the police? This episode digs into an incredibly yucky topic, but the information provided should make it useful for any listener. Dr. Kuba and Bethany shift through many of the various situations that can come across your plate that might necessitate you filing a complaint or taking some type of action. Dr. Kuba and Bethany remind listeners of other actions that people can take if they determine not to publicly file a complaint. Get your vomit bags ready!!  Gather with other practice owners and team leaders and dive into the incredibly important topic of leadership at the upcoming LEADERSHIP SUMMIT. Friday, September 18 from 8:30-4:30. Register today to take advantage of the EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!  HUB HIGHLIGHT Team Feedback Bundle  Build a stronger, more connected team with tools designed to encourage appreciation, honest feedback, and employee engagement.  Practice Walk Through and Cleaning Bundle  Help your team maintain a clean, welcoming practice with easy-to-use templates for daily cleaning and office walkthroughs.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  6. Jun 22

    Insurance MAD World Part One

    Have you been asking yourself lately, “Where is all the money going?” Or have you noticed that certain procedures are simply less productive than they used to be? Maybe you’ve even wondered to yourself, “I feel like I’m working harder and making less, what is happening?” If these thoughts sound familiar, then tune into this episode. Dr. Kuba and Bethany spend time discussing current trends in the MAD world of insurance. The fact of the matter is in-network practices actually are making less now due to changes in insurance. Practice owners must equip themselves with the tools needed to evaluate what has changed, why it has changed, and what they can do about it. Insurance is, no doubt, a world than can drive one mad. However, it is a world that must be won by practice owners. Listen in as practical tips are discussed.  📣SUBSCRIBE TODAY!! Trying to figure out how to get all of those tasks done? Wondering how to delegate to your team? Find out in the June Digest! Become a subscriber TODAY! HUB HIGHLIGHT Compensation Review Bundle Bring structure and consistency to annual pay reviews with templates designed specifically for dental practice owners and managers. Medical & Maternity Leave Policy Bundle Establish clear expectations and reduce uncertainty with customizable policies designed to guide maternity and medical leave requests.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  7. Jun 15

    The Saga of Estimating and Explaining Insurance

    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 the parent when insurance failed to pay, and failing to advocate for the parent to pursue better reimbursement from insurance. Alongside the inaccurate estimate, these missteps have Dr. Kuba and Bethany evaluating what to do with this parent and with the team. They conclude the episode with a detailed account of how they responded to the parent’s disgruntled email. Deep and meaningful tips are included in this episode PLUS so much more in the June bonus episode. 📣SUBSCRIBE TODAY!! Trying to figure out how to get all of those tasks done? Wondering how to delegate to your team? Find out in the June Digest! Become a subscriber TODAY!  HUB HIGHLIGHT Compensation Review Bundle Bring structure and consistency to annual pay reviews with templates designed specifically for dental practice owners and managers. Medical & Maternity Leave Policy Bundle Establish clear expectations and reduce uncertainty with customizable policies designed to guide maternity and medical leave requests.  Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

  8. Jun 8

    Are Accurate Estimates Important?

    Today’s episode jumps straight into the deep end of managing a practice. Dr. Kuba shares about a disgruntled parent in her practice that ended up with an unexpected bill of $1,700. Travel together with Dr. Kuba and Bethany as they discuss step by step how they investigated the account and used it as an opportunity to learn and improve. In today’s episode, they discuss what all went wrong with the treatment estimate and then discuss the changes that could have been made to ensure a more accurate estimate. Deep and meaningful tips are included in this episode PLUS so much more in the June bonus episode.  Don’t Miss the Early Bird Registration Special for the Leadership Summit!!  Friday, September 18 from 8:30 – 4:30 Inquire or register TODAY: www.hellobethany.com/leadership  📣SUBSCRIBE TODAY!! Trying to figure out how to get all of those tasks done? Wondering how to delegate to your team? Find out in the June Digest! Become a subscriber TODAY!   Don't forget to check out our social media for more Managing Dental Drama FB Managing Dental Drama IG Connect with the Managing Dental Drama Community! Managing Dental Drama Membership Club Sign Up Wait! There's More! We want to hear YOUR voice! Text a 2-minute voice memo to 214.326.4605 with your questions, comments, real-life examples, or tips for a chance to have YOUR voice on the air! Interested in the Leadership Summit? Join Us! Friday, September 18, 2026 8:30am - 4:30pm In The Colony, TX Inquire or register TODAY! HelloBethany.com/Leadership

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Owning, operating, and managing a dental practice can be difficult and sometimes wrought with drama. Meet Dr. Kuba, a private practice owner, and Bethany, a dental consultant, who take real-life examples and talk through issues in an open, honest, and sometimes hilarious manner. Topics are relevant to current dental and employment trends and range from “The Art of Retaining Good Employees” to “The Marriage of Dentistry and Insurance Ending in Divorce” and everything in between. Each episode provides dental leaders with various tips and tricks as well as common mistakes to avoid. Enjoy the unscripted conversation between Dr. Kuba, Bethany, and various dental practice owners! 

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  • Creator
    Consultant and Dentist Duo; Practice Problems
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    254
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Managing Dental Drama
  • Show Website
    Managing Dental Drama