The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn Krieger Dr. Glenn Krieger

You've heard the chatter, the endless back-and-forth about OSOs.The truth is, while there are many reasons to join or not join an OSO, the financial argument in favor of joining is compelling when you consider the potential growth of a large upfront investment.In this 5-minute episode, I explain how a significant upfront payout can dramatically accelerate your retirement timeline, thanks to the power of compounded interest and strategic investment.Dismissing OSOs solely on the upfront money i...

Struggling with staffing shortages and looking to enhance productivity without breaking the bank? In this episode, I am joined by J.W. Oliver, co-founder of Support DDS, to discuss some ways to leverage virtual assistants in your practice.As a seasoned professional in the dental industry, Oliver shares his journey from dental equipment sales to founding Support DDS. His company sources highly educated virtual assistants from all over the world to provide reliable and quality services.Learn ab...

As a person who interacts with many successful orthodontists running multi-million-dollar practices, I can attest that a $3 million plus practice is well within reach for many clinicians.I know this may seem unattainable to some, but I personally know over 100 people with $3 million practices. These are good quality clinicians who have developed great practices. The truth is the only limitations that you will have in life are the ones you put on yourself.If you say you could never have a $3 m...

Like many other orthodontists, I've long admired the work of Dr. Tom Pitts. So I am thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with him for a second time to discuss his approach to creating exceptional smiles.Dr. Pitts explains that the Wow Factor goes beyond just straight teeth. It's about creating smiles with full incisal display, a harmonious smile arc that follows the curve of the lower lip, and an arch form that is wide and free of buccal corridors.But it's also about the proper inclin...

The orthodontic profession is at a major crossroads. Tension and frustration brought about by the generational divide has grown bigger.Younger orthodontists are entering the profession with huge financial burdens brought about by their student loans.As that was not enough, they face further challenges when they step into the saturated market. Many older orthodontists are delaying retirement, making it difficult for new doctors to find associateships or acquire their own practices. The high co...

I've known Chris and Marty Trockel for years, having gone through orthodontic residency with them. Even back then, I could tell there was something special about these two brothers. They had a certain je ne sais quoi - a fearlessness and determination that set them apart.In this episode, they shared their extraordinary story and how they developed this mindset early in their childhood.As I listened, I was struck by just how much their story can inspire all of us to pursue our dreams, no matte...