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ZenOne Podcast is a place where we combine our 2 passions. One is to help improve dental practices through efficiency (think of streamlined process, organization, Zen in your office life) and interviewing interesting people.
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What is 1 thing missing in dentistry today?
There are many aspects we can all agree are missing in dentistry today. However, from my perspective, having worked with dental teams daily, I can clearly see that onboarding, training, and nurturing for your team is sorely lacking. Let's refer to it simply as "training".
How do I know? Well, I constantly hear phrases like, "They don't even know how to put on a rubber dam" or "How many times do I need to say that I use plain cetonest?" or my personal favorite, "I just need a dental assistant who can get the work done." What does this mean?
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3 new trends in dental supplies ordering from best dental practices
Trend 1: One of the most significant trends I've noticed is the increasing popularity of buying groups.
When evaluating a group, dental practices should ask the following questions related to their negotiated formulary:
Which manufacturers offer the deepest discounts?
How often are discounts negotiated?
Is pricing volume-based?
Does the buying group negotiate a percentage discount or a fixed price per product? (We recommend the latter.)
Trend 2: Labor costs are driving the adoption of tools that reduce manual work. This trend is evident.
When selecting the right ordering platform for the practice, several considerations are crucial:
Data ownership: Ensure the practice owns all data and can access the entire database at any point.
Setup cost: There shouldn't be a setup cost to start using an ordering platform.
Trial period: Request a free trial to assess usability before committing.
Trend 3: Private practices are becoming savvier about where to save and are utilizing their freedom to invest in products that make a difference.
Reference:
We come across the following groups the most:
Synergy Dental
DentalWhale Savings Network
SourceClub
DSN (Dental Success Network)
Kois Buying Group
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Why do you need an associate if your hygiene schedule is not full?
In this wide ranging conversation we cover many topics:
Startup, In Network, Out of Network, and knee deep in construction a story of 3 practices
We didn’t even remind them to schedule the next appointment, was that a mistake?
We still have a capacity issue, bit on the hygiene side
Why do you need an associate if your hygiene schedule is not full?
Passive Income strategies.
Is Real Estate investment a good alternative to Dentistry?
The Breakdown the business side of Dental Emergencies
Few things we mentioned on the Pod:
-Round Flash Photo Diffuser https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NQ6UT4W?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
- 3D Printer for office things: http://bambulab.com/
TimeStamps:
[00:55] Introductions
[13:16] Looking for an associate. Avatar of the Ideal Associate for Ayrat, Andy, and Winston
[19:17] Challenges and Goals
[22:23] Why do you need an associate if your hygiene schedule is not full?
[23:32] The Business side of dental emergencies
[28:20] Marketing Strategies
[32:06] “I see a lot of our friends selling”
[32:10] Passive Income in Dentistry, Myth or Reality?
[35:27] Not Practicing Dentistry and Invest in real estate
[37:40] Real Estate VS Dentistry
[42:18] Construction Challenges
[43:56] Latest Technology Purchases
[51:02] Working with In House Marketing Team
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“It’s really easy to forget the business side of dentistry” Dr. Andrew Olson
Dr. Andrew Olson Dentist and Owner of Wasatch Dental; Assistant Professor at the University of Utah School of Dentistry. He has a very unique story of becoming a dentist and then pursuing a business education at the University of Utah School of Business. Please enjoy our wide ranging conversation.
LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-olson-069042147/
Software: Botdent.com
Topics:
01:00 Introductions
03:34 Early Days
05:05 What sparked the interest in Dentistry?
08:00 Why did you pursue an MBA?
17:45 Misconception of business education and the importance of it to have a competitive edge.
20:00 2 Takeaways from Business School
22:30 The Superpower of a dental practice
25:50 Business Books
27:30 What does the next generation of Dentists look like?
33:11 What would a dentist miss out on if avoid being an owner
35:47 Unfortunate story of a doctor who should’ve been an associate
50:21 Credit Cards and Passwords
59:12 “I actually don’t have an office manager”
01:01:58 What is the Culture?
01:03:00 What is one killer of culture
01:06:05 Who is your competition?
01:09:45 The Future of Private Practice Ownership
01:12:43 0-10 Scale of Future of Dentistry
Books Recommendation
Four Disciplines of Execution
eMyth Revisited
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#79 “Screw it, let’s go out of the network completely!” dental startup’s journey to a freedom from insurance companies
Welcome to Episode 79 where I ask Ayrat, practice administrator at Cedar Park Dental Wellness, what’s new and exciting in 2024. We spent most of the time discussing pitfalls of going out of network with dental insurance companies.
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#78 Dr. Jack Fan: NYU College of Dentistry; Moving to Austin; Keys to a Successful Private Practice
Welcome to Episode 78. In this short episode, I interviewed one of the early ZenOne customers and someone whom I admire for his work ethic and humbleness. Dr. Fan shares the story of growing up in Claremont California, going to dental school in New York, and settling in Austin.
Timestamps:00:00:40 When Dr Fan started his practice
00:01:02 Dr. Fan's bold relocation to Austin
00:02:01 Becoming a dentist
00:04:51 Looking for the first job
00:06:48 Purchasing a practice
00:09:40 One patient at a time
00:12:12 Why Dr Fan selected his dental school
00:13:42 Constant self-development and self-education
00:15:41 How technology helps Dr Fan achieve results
00:16:21 When you work for a DSO you are driven by numbers
00:17:53 Unwinding After a Long Day
00:20:51 Dr. Fan's Aspirations
00:21:40 Ownership is not for everyone