2079: Overcoming Challenges in Dentistry Pt. 2
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
Release Date: 09/24/2024
2444: What Two Startup Docs Learned from Launching a Podcast
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, recorded live at Voices of Dentistry 2026, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Drs. Eric Appelsies and Alex Kantor, the duo behind the podcast Just a Couple of Dentists. They share how podcasting helped them build community, stay curious, and keep perspective as they navigate practice ownership and young family life. The conversation explores burnout, doing mission work to reconnect with dentistry, and the challenges of wearing every hat as a business owner. They also give a sneak peek into their upcoming tech projects aimed at solving real operational pain points in dental...
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2443: How to Protect Your Dental Practice from Legal Trouble Pt. 2
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, we continue our conversation with dental attorney Evan Sampson as he and Dr. Mark Costes tackle the real-world legal challenges practice owners face. In Part 2, they unpack best practices for avoiding PPO audits, how to properly dismiss a patient, the right way to handle informed consent, and what to do when it's time to fire an employee—especially during riskier situations like pregnancy. Evan offers practical, step-by-step advice to help dentists stay compliant and avoid unnecessary legal exposure, no matter what state they practice in. Be sure to check out the full...
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2442: How to Protect Your Dental Practice from Legal Trouble Pt. 1
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with dental attorney Evan Sampson for a deep dive into the legal issues dentists face every day—often without realizing it. In Part 1, Evan shares his journey from litigator to dental-focused counsel and how his unique background helps him proactively guide practice owners through employment law, regulatory compliance, and contract issues. From the legal missteps that commonly trigger lawsuits to tips for setting up strong employment policies and handbooks, this conversation is packed with real-world insight to help dentists avoid costly...
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2441: Building a Dental Practice From Vision to Opening Day
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes joins Dr. Mike Lundy for a crossover conversation from the Ownership Awakened: The Dental Journey podcast, focused on what comes next after deciding you’re ready for practice ownership. Together, they walk through the early-stage decisions every future owner faces, including startup versus acquisition, building the right advisory team, leadership development, and designing a practice that can grow and adapt over time. This episode offers a practical, behind-the-scenes look at the ownership journey as it unfolds in real time. Be sure to check out...
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2440: 21-Day Challenge to Transform Your Mind, Body, and Practice
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, recorded live at the October 2025 DSI Mastermind, Dr. Mark Costes unveils a powerful 21-day Four Futures Challenge designed to reset your mindset, strengthen relationships, improve physical health, and gain financial clarity. With practical habits like daily breathwork, love bombs, movement, and a Friday social media fast, this challenge is both achievable and transformative. The episode also explores deeper conversations around associate accountability, team training, and the realities of leadership in dental practices. DSI Black Belt coaches share insights from...
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2439: The Science Behind Mercury Removal & Root Canal Alternatives
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes Dr. Paul O’Malley, a pioneer in holistic and biomimetic dentistry with over 25 years of clinical and entrepreneurial experience. Dr. O’Malley shares his evolution from traditional full-mouth reconstructions to a minimally invasive, adhesive-based philosophy grounded in oral-systemic health. The two dive into root canal controversies, the science of mercury removal, and how dentists can reduce the need for endodontic treatment by preserving the pulp through proper restorative protocols. Dr. O’Malley also discusses the founding of Great...
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2438: How to Save Thousands on Credit Card Fees in Your Practice
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Steven Patala and Roman Shtimerman of NadaPayments, the company leading the charge in compliant credit card surcharging for dental practices. They discuss how their solution is helping thousands of practices eliminate a top 10 line item on the P&L by shifting credit card fees back to patients—without damaging patient trust or experience. Steven and Roman break down the difference between compliant surcharging and dual pricing, how to roll this out effectively in your practice, and why most patients are already used to this model....
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2437: The Marketing Mistakes That Kill New Patient Flow
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Ryan Gross, founder and CEO of CMO Share, for an insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of dental marketing, operations, and how to thrive in uncertain economic times. They discuss the critical importance of aligning marketing strategies with operational capacity, how to maximize ROI by tracking the right metrics, and the power of Google Analytics over analog systems. Ryan shares how his experience with Disney and data-driven thinking shaped CMO Share's unique approach to dental marketing. They dive into the different...
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2436: How High-Income Doctors & Dentists Can Legally Pay Less in Taxes
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Alexis Gallati, founder of Cerebral Tax Advisors and author of Advanced Tax Planning for Medical Professionals. Alexis brings a wealth of knowledge on proactive, high-level tax strategies tailored specifically for medical and dental professionals. The conversation covers everything from tax-saving tactics for W2 earners like short-term rentals and oil & gas investments, to advanced planning opportunities for business owners, including entity structuring, paying your children, and maximizing retirement contributions through backdoor and...
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2435: The Case for Mentors in Modern Dental Startups
The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by DSI Black Belt coach and co-founder of The Practice Launchpad, Dr. Chris Green, for an in-depth conversation on startup success in today’s challenging dental landscape. Chris shares his journey of building a ground-up dental practice from a shell, highlighting lessons learned around construction, IT, design, and avoiding costly rookie mistakes. The duo also explores why the fundamentals of a successful startup haven’t changed, despite the rise in costs and consolidation across the industry. They emphasize the importance of...
info_outlineOn today’s second part of this engaging two-part episode, we continue our in-depth conversation with Dr. Paul Goodman, also known as Dr. Nacho. The discussion dives into some of the most pressing issues facing the dental profession today, starting with the ever-increasing cost of dental education and the staggering student loan debt that new graduates face. Dr. Goodman candidly shares his perspective, acknowledging that if he were faced with the current financial realities of dental school—potentially graduating with over $550,000 in debt—he might not choose to pursue dentistry again, unless he were specializing in a field with immediate high earning potential. The conversation also touches on the emotional and financial burden of student debt, emphasizing the importance of thoroughly understanding the financial implications and having a solid plan to manage the debt post-graduation.
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