Best Dr Len Tau Podcasts (2024)

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The AI Advantage: Marketing Full Arch Dental Implants Effectively | Wendy Richmond 33:39

6h ago33:39

33:39

Producing content for marketing and keeping up with potential leads can be challenging for many dental practices. If your human staff is struggling to get it done, why not make it happen with the help of AI? Today, I’m sharing how AI for dental marketing can help give you the competitive edge you need! My guest is Wendy Richmond, CEO of Results Mat…

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The #1 Thing Stopping Dentists from Thriving | Andrea Smith 29:48

7d ago29:48

29:48

Did you know that women suffer from burnout at higher rates than men do? This is also true for women in leadership positions, including dentistry. Today’s episode sheds light on the pressing issue of burnout, particularly among female dentists. My guest is Andrea Smith, an advocate for well-being and empowerment, particularly in the healthcare fiel…

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Why Crafting an Unparalleled Experience for Your Patients Is Vital in Dentistry | Daniela Skeen 35:12

14d ago35:12

35:12

Did you learn customer service at dental school? Most dental professionals barely scratch the surface of business-related subjects in their education. But to have a thriving dental practice, you need to deliver an unparalleled patient experience. And for that, learning the art of customer service is a must. To explain how to achieve this is today’s…

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You Thought You Would Be Happy When…: Tarryn MacCarthy’s Take on Redefining Success & Happiness for Healthcare Professionals 37:32

21d ago37:32

37:32

They said success would make us happy. They were wrong. Let's find out what truly matters. Healthcare professionals are often caught in the pursuit of success at the expense of their well-being, often leading to burnout or disenchantment with their jobs. Today’s episode redefines what true success and happiness look like with the guest Tarryn MacCa…

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Wanderlust and Wellness: The Journey of The Roaming Dental Hygienist, Michelle Strange 36:34

28d ago36:34

36:34

Infection control is sometimes an afterthought in dental practices. When overlooked, it comes with hidden costs and many dangers for patients and practitioners. Today’s episode features Michelle Strange, a trailblazing nomadic dental hygienist, educator, and advocate for advanced dental hygiene practices. With over two decades in the field, Michell…

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Skills You Need To Become Less Insurance Dependant with High-End Cosmetic Dentistry Specialist, Dr. Andrew Turchin 39:23

1M ago39:23

39:23

If you’re a PPO practice, you might be feeling the squeeze from decreasing insurance reimbursements. Many hygiene-heavy family practices are in the same boat, struggling with the impact of insurance on their bottom line. Today’s episode features Dr. Andrew Turchin, a master of cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry, who shares his journey from a bus…

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Treating People Not Patients: The Importance of First-Class Customer Service in Dental Practices 37:50

1M ago37:50

37:50

Have you ever felt like your dental visit was more about the procedure than you? Well, the issue is that doctors are only trained to perform procedures and not on customer service. To shed more light on this issue is today’s guest, Dr. Michael Sonick, a respected periodontist whose mission is to treat people, not just patients, which is the title o…

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The Supercharge Your Dental Practice with Big Cases Event in Bermuda: Dental Implants & Clear Aligners 28:47

1M ago28:47

28:47

Imagine learning the latest in dental implants and clear aligners, not in a cramped conference room, but with the pink sands of Bermuda a few steps away. Learn all about supercharging your dental practice with big cases at our upcoming conference in Bermuda! On today’s podcast episode, I brought on my co-organizers, Allison Lacoursiere and Matthew …

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IMvision Dental and the Future of AI in Dentistry Revealed with Dental Surgeon, Dr. Dexter Mattox 30:15

2M ago30:15

30:15

What if AI in dentistry could make the management of dental implant procedures much easier? Today, I’m sharing a solution with you. This episode features Dr. Dexter Mattox, the brain behind IMvision Dental, a cloud-based implant tracking platform that's setting new standards in dental technology. Dexter, an oral surgeon with a passion for tech, has…

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Discussing The Aligner Boom of 2024 and Beyond With Top Clear Aligner Advisor Dr. Avi Patel 36:49

2M ago36:49

36:49

Are you maximizing the potential of clear aligners in your dental practice? This highly sought-after service is quickly becoming a must-have for dentists looking to stay at the forefront of innovation and patient satisfaction. For today’s episode, I’ve invited clear aligner advisor and 2024 Dentist Influencer of the Year, Dr. Avi Patel, to share ev…

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Data-Driven Marketing for Your Dental Specialty Practice with B2B Marketing Expert Stacy Hill 35:37

2M ago35:37

35:37

Do you have a dental specialty practice? If so, you might know by now that it takes more than just exceptional care to stand out. Promoting a specialized service comes with its unique challenges, so understanding the difference between B2C and B2B marketing strategies can transform a struggling practice into a thriving one. To tell us all about it …

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Stop Talking, Start Playing: Patient Education Through Dynamic Visuals with Dr. Ryan Morrison 32:09

2M ago32:09

32:09

Some dental treatments are hard to sell to patients. That’s a fact! Many patients will turn to Google, often finding incomplete information that doesn’t help them decide to get the treatment they need done. What if you could provide a video of the exact procedure while they’re still in your chair? Today, we're diving into the innovative world of Te…

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Building a Million-Dollar Dental Membership Plan for Massive Recurring Revenue | Jordon Comstock 37:06

3M ago37:06

37:06

Are unpredictable earnings affecting your dental practice? Discover a proven solution here! Today’s episode features a conversation with Jordon Comstock. He’s the CEO of BoomCloud, a software platform that helps dental practices build and scale robust dental membership programs. Having been in the industry since 2006, Jordon is an expert in reshapi…

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The Future of Dentistry: Branding, Technology, and Mindset with Industry Consultant Melissa Turner 36:02

3M ago36:02

36:02

The dentistry landscape is evolving as new technologies and marketing trends emerge. If you’ve been struggling to keep up or are just curious about the future of dentistry, then this episode is just what you’ll want to hear! To talk all about it is this week’s guest, Melissa Turner, a dental hygienist turned industry consultant and content creator …

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How Health-Based Dentistry Can Grow Your Practice with Dr. Michelle Jorgensen 40:26

3M ago40:26

40:26

Dental care is evolving — are you ready to change with it? Let’s learn about health-based dentistry. There’s a growing industry trend to adopt alternative solutions, but it comes with many misconceptions. It stems from the increasing awareness of the safety of certain ingredients and materials used in mainstream dentistry. In today’s episode, I’m e…

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From Overwhelmed to in Control: Gain 10 Hours a Week in Your Business With Mridu Parikh 31:21

3M ago31:21

31:21

Have you ever thought of ways to manage time better in your dental practice? If so, I’ve got just the guest you need to listen to! For this week’s episode, I’m welcoming productivity coach Mridu Parikh, who helps overwhelmed business owners to focus and systematize so they can take control of their work and home lives. Mridu emphasizes the importan…

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The Power of Intelligence: AI for Precision Care and Improved Patient Acceptance with Amreesh Khanna 34:45

4M ago34:45

34:45

AI in dentistry is gaining momentum. While most AI technologies revolve around imaging solutions, OraQ helps make clinical decisions through machine learning and digital automation. To talk all about it is today’s guest, Dr. Amreesh Khanna, a dentist and entrepreneur with 15+ years of clinical experience. Dr. Amreesh is passionate about driving inn…

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Uplevel Your Dental Practice Through Collaboration & Team Empowerment with Sheena Hinson 36:24

4M ago36:24

36:24

Are you looking for ways to enhance your dental practice? According to my guest in this episode, “If your practice is not growing, it's dying.” In the ever-evolving world of dentistry, staying ahead requires not just clinical expertise, but also innovative practice management strategies. Here to kick off the seventh season of The Raving Patients Po…

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Full Arch Dental Implants: Facts, Fiction, & How To Add It to Your Practice With Greg Essenmacher 39:41

4M ago39:41

39:41

Ever felt overwhelmed by the complexities of full-arch dental implant treatments? Is that holding you back from implementing it in your dental practice? In the world of dentistry, the full-arch dental implant treatment isn't just a procedure; it's a life-changer for countless patients. For years, this transformative solution has been revolutionizin…

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All About Dental Financing: Boosting Case Acceptance Through Payment Plans With Andy Cahoy 35:37

4M ago35:37

35:37

Did you know today's consumers expect more than just quality dental care? They want flexible and accessible payment options too! Payment plans are an emerging trend reshaping the dental industry, making it crucial for dental practices to adopt innovative financing solutions that cater to evolving patient needs. To dive deeper into this subject is t…

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Care Beyond the Dentist Chair: Boosting Patient Experience Through Loyalty Programs 34:09

4M ago34:09

34:09

Showing up authentically in your dental practice might be the missing piece in your success. But, how do you do this? And most importantly, how do you curate a patient experience that gets you loyal customers? On today's Raving Patients Podcast episode, we've got Shawn Zajas ready to share his groundbreaking tactics that are changing the dental mar…

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How To Get 1,500 Google Reviews in Just 2 Years With Dr. Andrew Vallo 36:03

5M ago36:03

36:03

Unlock the door to a bustling dental practice by doing this one thing that will play beautifully in hand with your marketing efforts — getting clients to leave reviews. Reviews are a handy tool that gets overlooked when it comes to dental marketing. Either there’s no time to ask for them, or you or your team might be shy about it. To talk all about…

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Re-Energize Your Practice By Delivering More Life-Changing Smiles With Joanne Villani 34:34

5M ago34:34

34:34

Ever wished you could use dental software to effortlessly showcase the potential of a dazzling smile to your patients? Most patients visit the dentist for regular check-ups, cleanings, and other issues, leaving cosmetic procedures as the last priority. Therefore, dentists often hesitate to offer cosmetic procedures or simply are too busy or short-s…

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Polite Persistence in Dental Marketing: The Power of Process and Following Up 39:56

5M ago39:56

39:56

Have you ever wondered why your dental practice isn't getting more customers? Dental marketing is the answer! Many dental practices leave marketing on the back burner in their list of priorities, and I get it. Marketing takes a lot of effort and expertise, and let’s face it, it’s not taught at dental school. I’ve seen many dentists do their best wi…

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Diamond Club Makers: Making More Profits by Becoming An Invisalign Diamond Provider 37:30

5M ago37:30

37:30

Are you a dentist looking for a competitive edge in the world of Invisalign? Becoming an Invisalign Diamond Provider is what every dentist practicing Invisalign could hope for, but it’s not easy to achieve! Today, I’ve brought on a special guest to show you how — Michael Wollock. Michael is an industry leader, recognized multiple times as one of th…

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Leadership Cultivation With Ella Mullokandova: Transforming Team Leaders Into Restorative Partners 32:49

6M ago32:49

32:49

Ever caught yourself doing more dental practice management instead of actual dental work? You’re not alone! It’s all too common to see doctors stressing over office work instead of tending to their patients. However, running a dental practice is a huge responsibility, so it's understandable to find dentists getting involved in the day-to-day affair…

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Secrets of Cause-Related Marketing: Building Your Practice by Doing Good With Steven Anderson 38:26

6M ago38:26

38:26

As business owners and entrepreneurs, we dentists have an obligation towards society to do good for those less fortunate. And if you’re looking to grow your clinic while also donating to charity and helping your community, cause-related marketing is the way to go. Cause-related marketing can be a mutually beneficial collaboration between your clini…

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Financial and Time Freedom for Dentists: 6 Keys to Accelerate Both, and Live Life on Your Terms With Dave Stech 34:02

6M ago34:02

34:02

Did you know? Doctors are the worst investors on the planet. I know, this is a pretty serious claim, and yet, through all my years of being a dentist and knowing other doctors, I see how so many of us work too much, live too little, and don’t take advantage of what we’re given. You see, being a bad investor isn’t just about money. It’s about time a…

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Video Is Breakthrough Marketing: How Video Testimonials Can Take Your Practice to the Next Level With Fred Joyal 34:13

6M ago34:13

34:13

Growing your practice is not always easy, but with the right tools, anything is possible. And there is no tool more efficient at getting you new patients than video. More specifically, video testimonials. You see, most prospective patients don’t know much about dentistry. They don’t want to read long, technical blogs on your website or look at stoc…

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Changing Lives, Transforming Practices With Melinda Heryford-Elston 33:51

7M ago33:51

33:51

Growing your practice and keeping your team motivated and dedicated takes a lot of work and effort. Having the right vision, working with the right people, and most importantly, basing your practice management on the right pillars is what’s going to ensure practice success. Someone who knows a lot about this subject is none other than this week’s g…

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Streamlining Procurement and Reducing Overhead Costs With Jordyn Levitas 33:35

7M ago33:35

33:35

If there is one area dentists should never save money on, it’s staff. If your staff is great at what they do, then your patients are happy. And if your patients are happy, then your dental practice will flourish. And yet, so many dentists make the mistake of cutting costs on staff because they want to lower their overhead costs. This strategy never…

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Marketing Your Story: How Story-Telling Will Help You Grow Your Dental Clinic With Joshua Scott 35:40

7M ago35:40

35:40

Believe it or not, traditional dental marketing doesn't attract new patients not because marketing doesn’t work but because your strategy doesn't accurately represent your practice. When a patient lands on a templated website with stock photography and clunky design, they have nothing to connect with and they leave. This is why your marketing strat…

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The "Try Before Your Buy" Mindset With Dr. Marilyn Sandor 29:07

7M ago29:07

29:07

There are a number of reasons why prospective patients would want to have a preliminary consultation before they fully commit to a dental clinic. Some people can have special needs, some patients have anxiety, others might be parents looking for a new dentist for their child, and some could be speciality care seekers with very specific needs. All t…

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The Benefits of Team Engagement With Susan Leckowicz 33:58

7M ago33:58

33:58

The secret to a successful dental practice? It’s not a genius hygienist or expensive treatments or even the best dentist in the area. The secret is simple: Team engagement. If your team members are engaged with the work you’re doing and come every single day to the office motivated to do great work, then your dental clinic will thrive. But to build…

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Replacing PPO Plans With Google With Naren Arulrajah 39:03

8M ago39:03

39:03

For many years now, I've been talking about how PPO write-offs should be a marketing expense. After all, if you truly look at your numbers, you’ll notice that you waste a lot of money on PPO write-offs. As business owners, we should be trying to maximize our profits and minimize our expenses, not the opposite, which is why today, I discuss how you …

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Making Dollars and Sense of Your Dental Practice With Jessica Nunn 32:16

8M ago32:16

32:16

As dentists, we are more likely to spend our time working on the best way to deal with periodontal disease than working on our finances. And yet, that is a big mistake. Yes, we haven’t studied finances and we’re not trained for all the difficult parts of accounting, but keeping an eye on the financial situation of your dental clinic is a must if yo…

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How to Navigate the World of Practice Management 36:13

8M ago36:13

36:13

The average dentist tends to lack the comprehensive skill set required to excel as a proficient businessperson. Luckily in the dental world, we can still make a decent living even when not running a practice optimally. However, this shouldn’t be the case. My guest today, Dr. Addison Killeen, is a successful dentist and entrepreneur based in Lincoln…

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Archy's Odyssey From Cloud to Payments with Jonathan Rat 36:00

8M ago36:00

36:00

If you're a dentist, the last thing you'd want is to waste precious time navigating through numerous platforms. Luckily, our special guest for today recognized this significant gap within the dental industry. With an impressive IT background, having worked with industry giants like Facebook, Jonathan Rat took it upon himself to revolutionize dental…

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Successfully Tackling Economic Uncertainty With Lana Rivera 30:51

9M ago30:51

30:51

It’s 2023, and people everywhere are predicting a recession that might be as bad as the last one. So, as dentists and business owners, we need to learn how to navigate this economic uncertainty so we don’t get caught in the middle of it with no survival plans. Lucky for you, you’ve already taken the first step: You recognized that our economic clim…

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Forever Aligned Club: Everything You Need to Know About Dental Aligners With David Carter 36:41

9M ago36:41

36:41

Dental aligners have become more and more popular in the last decade. Many work much faster than braces and offer the exact same results. However, believe it or not, not all aligners are made equal. In fact, contrary to what corporate raiders would like you to think, aligners in orthodontics can be different from what the general population believe…

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3 Reasons You Must Build a Total Health Practice for Tomorrow With Uche Odiatu 40:30

9M ago40:30

40:30

Here in the Raving Patients Podcast, we don’t always just focus on dental clinics. We also care about our overall health. You see, our bodies are made of a number of different systems that are all interconnected in different ways. And one thing going wrong in one organ can end up causing a number of other health issues that, at first sight, look co…

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Should You Be Insurance-Free? With Steven Anderson 37:53

9M ago37:53

37:53

Economic forces are making more and more dental practices face the reality of their relationship with dental insurance. And as they do, most are trying to make a decision without asking the right questions. However, in order to decide whether or not you should be insurance-free, you have to ask the right strategic questions first. The answers to th…

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Doubling Your Case Acceptance Using Virtual Consults With Michael Anderson 38:45

10M ago38:45

38:45

What if I told you you could double your dental practice’s case acceptance, and all you have to do is use virtual consults? If you’ve never thought about doing that, then this episode is for you, because in it, I’ll be discussing this with an expert! His name is Michael Anderson and he is the co-founder of Your Virtual Consult, a platform that conn…

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The Power of Protection: How Dental Warranty Can Help Market Your Dental Practice 34:02

10M ago34:02

34:02

Many of us dentists completely disregard the use of dental warranties or even how good of an addition they can be to our dental practices. But today, I’m here to change that. Dental warranties can be part of a strong marketing strategy. They’re a great way to attract new patients and give your practice the competitive edge it needs to thrive and fl…

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Boost Your Dental Practice: Maximizing Growth With Google Business Profiles and Local SEO 42:24

10M ago42:24

42:24

For most dentists, local SEO and Google Business Profiles drive a significant percentage of new patients. After all, think about it: The first thing we do when we want to go to a new doctor or try a new restaurant is… search for them on Google! Having a good online presence through Google Business profiles and using local SEO best practices is a gr…

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A Solution For Hygiene and Insurance Issues: How Having a Big Staff Is Hindering Your Dental Practice w/ Dr. Ron Schefdore 32:47

10M ago32:47

32:47

Did you know that your dental practice could grow, and even thrive, without a dental hygienist or a big staff? Yes, believe it or not, you don’t need a big team for your dental clinic to be a success. If you don’t believe me, then I’m sure this week’s guest will be able to convince you. After all, he’s been running his practice without a big team f…

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Airway Is Life: How Sleep Apnea Is Negatively Affecting Your Health w/ Meghna Dassani 33:02

11M ago33:02

33:02

Did you know that a lack of quality sleep could greatly affect your life? On average, a person will spend a third of their life sleeping. So, making sure that that significant amount of time is used effectively is crucial for our health and wellbeing. Poor sleep can lead to an array of health issues, from ADHD to snoring to bed wetting in children …

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How to Create Messages That Move People w/ Katherine Eitel Belt 37:40

11M ago37:40

37:40

The ability to present your ideas, requests, or requirements to your team, department, board, or audience with clarity, confidence, and inspiration is an essential skill. It can help you grow your practice, align your team, and expand and advance your career as a dental professional. Suffice to say, communication plays a giant role in the day-to-da…

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How Using a Practice Transitions Coach Can Optimize Your Results 33:50

11M ago33:50

33:50

A practice transition can be stressful for everyone involved. If you’re considering buying, selling, or valuing a dental practice, then you already know there are quite a few steps to go through. As many of you know already, I’ve done it in 2021. I sold my practice, and I found out that there were many things I didn’t know I needed to prepare for t…

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The Innovative Dentist: How to Protect Your Unique Dental Processes 34:41

11M ago34:41

34:41

How do you know if your idea is worth protecting? And if so, how do you patent it? Many dentists find themselves asking these questions but finding no answers. Patenting our unique ideas and dental processes can seem like a difficult or often even impossible task. And yet, today, I am here to tell you that you can patent your work. All you need is …

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