1985: Blending Business Acumen with Dental Expertise
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
Release Date: 05/15/2024
2387: The Motivation Myth Pt. 1
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we bring you part one of a two-part keynote from Dr. Mark Costes, recorded live during the DSI Mastermind in October 2025. In this powerful session, Mark unpacks “The Motivation Myth” and examines what truly drives elite performers—from Kobe Bryant and Thomas Edison to DSI’s own Cody Boals. Through both inspiring stories and neuroscience-based insights, he explains how motivation, willpower, and grit aren't traits you're born with—they're skills you can train. With research from thought leaders like Andrew Huberman and Peter Attia, Mark shows how to use...
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2386: The Real Cost of Success in Dentistry and What No One Tells You
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we take you inside The Practice Launchpad event from September 2025, where Dr. Mark Costes delivered a powerful keynote to an audience of current and aspiring dental practice owners. Drawing on his experience owning 16 practices across Arizona and California, Mark gives an unfiltered look at the common mistakes dentists make in leadership, operations, and finance—and why most practices in the U.S. are barely profitable (if at all). He reveals why financial success alone nearly broke him, and how his Four Futures framework—mind, meaning, muscle, and...
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2385: Why Wisdom Teeth Are the Most Underrated Revenue Stream
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dr. Brandon Chapek, a general dentist turned surgical powerhouse who’s built a thriving, high-production practice centered around wisdom tooth extractions and IV sedation. Brandon shares his unique path from growing up on a farm to walking away from oral surgery residency, opting instead for a fellowship and a business model that prioritizes autonomy and lifestyle balance. With over $3.5 million in personal production, Brandon dives into how he streamlined surgery protocols, scaled with PPO patients, and created an in-house system that...
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2384: How to Increase Revenue Doing Zero Extra Dentistry
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we feature an impactful breakout session led by Amy Hernandez at this year’s Dental Success Summit. Amy, billing coach and fee negotiation expert with PPO Profits and DSI, shares powerful strategies for increasing your practice’s profitability—without adding any extra dentistry. She explains how outsourcing key services like billing, verifications, and PPO fee negotiations can drastically improve collections and reduce administrative headaches. With real-life examples, insights into the most underutilized codes, and a detailed breakdown of how to optimize your...
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2383: The Leader in You
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we feature a powerful breakout session presented by Dr. Allen Gotora at this year’s Dental Success Summit. In an inspiring and deeply personal talk, Dr. Gotora shares his journey from Zimbabwe to the U.S., the life-altering moment that ignited his passion for leadership, and how every team member—regardless of title—can lead with purpose and influence. Drawing from experience, mentorship, and real practice dynamics, he outlines the mindset, behaviors, and habits that define great leaders within a dental organization. Whether it’s accountability,...
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2382: How Mercury Exposure Could Be Harming Your Team
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with longtime friend and guest Dr. Michelle Jorgensen—holistic health expert, author, and founder of Living Well with Dr. Michelle. Michelle shares her powerful journey from traditional dentistry to health-based care after a near-career-ending health crisis caused by mercury toxicity. She opens up about her transformation, the science-backed risks of common dental practices like amalgam removal and fluoride exposure, and how she now leads a thriving, purpose-driven practice that attracts patients and dental teams from around the world....
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2381: What Makes or Breaks Associate Success in Your Practice
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with the always insightful Dr. Paul Goodman (aka Dr. Nacho) for a fun and candid conversation that covers everything from the power of in-person events to the often overlooked art of recruiting rockstar associates. The two reflect on the recent SuperDentist Boostcamp in Philadelphia, sharing their takeaways on leadership, personal growth, and the need to prioritize human connection over pure profit. They also tackle one of the most common struggles in private practice: why so many dentists fail to attract the right associate. Spoiler:...
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2380: Leading Without the Sh*tshow: A Guide for Office Managers
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we’re bringing you a dynamic breakout session from the Dental Success Summit 2025, where Sydney Robinson takes the stage with her signature energy and unfiltered honesty. In “Leading Without the Sh*t Show,” Sydney shares her personal evolution from a chaotic, free-spirited front office worker to a powerhouse executive director of operations. She dives into the hard truths about leadership, micromanagement, burnout, and the difference between managing and truly leading a team. With humor and wisdom, Sydney walks through the role of the office manager, the...
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2379: The Truth About Dental Success They Don’t Teach in School
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes delivers an eye-opening and deeply personal keynote to a dental school audience, sharing the raw truth behind his journey—from 20 dental school rejections to building a multimillion-dollar dental empire. He breaks down the realities of burnout, financial pressure, and physical strain in dentistry while laying out a roadmap to achieving true professional freedom. With insights from owning 29 practices, launching a thriving consulting network, and establishing a global outreach nonprofit, Dr. Costes outlines the keys to running a high-profit, low-stress...
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2378: Own the Narrative: Make Your Practice a Community Pillar
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we drop into a breakout session from the Dental Success Summit 2025 featuring Dr. Cody Boals and Dr. Beau Sparkman. In this high-energy talk, Cody and Beau unpack how storytelling, intentional culture, and community-driven marketing can help you build a truly magnetic dental practice. They explore real-world strategies for creating patient loyalty, empowering your team, and building brand equity that goes beyond discounts and Google ads. With insights from Donald Miller’s StoryBrand framework, tactical tips on media days, nonprofit partnerships, and even...
info_outlineOn today’s episode, Mark chats with Dr. Bill Keith, a key figure in DSI and COO of the innovative DSO, Dental Success Partners. Dr. Keith shares his journey from finance and real estate to taking over his father's dental practice and its expansion, highlighting the integration of advanced dental technologies. They discuss the evolution of dental practice management, focusing on the balance between clinical skills and business acumen, the impact of good leadership on practice success, and the importance of creating a robust business environment to thrive in the modern dental industry.
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