Dental Start Up Unscripted

Dental Start Up Unscripted

This Dental Specific Podcast is dedicated to the Dental "Entrepreneur" Michael Dinsio, Founder of Next Level Consultants, delivers #TRUTH when starting up a dental practice. From the very first step to getting the keys of a dental practice, Michael shares his raw & unscripted playbook with you. Not only does this podcast provide you with "What To Do" but more importantly "What Not To Do". With over over 15 years of experience & over 150 past clients, Michael delivers an educational and informative program in a real and genuine way. Start w/ Episode 01 - as we go through a STEP by STEP process.

Episodes

September 12, 2025 10 mins

Does billing in our practice feel like pulling teeth?!  For most practices, it’s the #1 source of lost revenue and endless headaches. In this episode, we break down the hidden billing mistakes that leak profits from your pocket.  We reveal how to take control of your insurance verification, claim denials, and coding systems.

Discover practical strategies to:

  • Eliminate costly billing errors
  • Streamline insurance verificatio...
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Dental Claims Done Right: Get Reimbursed Faster and Grow Your Practice Faster
For most dentists, the biggest financial blind spot isn’t their investments... it's their own practice. You might be grinding and drilling all day, but if your systems are broken, you're leaving a huge chunk of money on the table. In this episode, Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn sit down with Ty from Vyne, a company that’s disrupting the dental in...

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On this episode of Dental Unscripted, Michael and Paula discuss the critical topic of team culture and its impact on a dental practice. They explain that a great culture is the key to combating burnout and stress, which have become prevalent in the dental community.


The hosts break down the essential components of a thriving culture, starting with core values. They stress that leaders must be clear about their values, a...

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🏗️ Designing Smarter Dental Practices: What Really Matters 🦷

If you're planning to build or renovate a dental office, this episode is required listening. Mike D’Inzio is joined by returning guest Steve Anderson of Denco Dental Construction—one of the most experienced dental contractors in the industry—to explore what truly makes or breaks a dental office build.

More than just choosing finishes or counting operatories, Stev...

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"Dental Shark Week" in full motion here on Dental Unscripted! This episode is all about decoding the complexities of dental practice construction for your dental practice startup. Host Mike Dinsio chats with Chad Hill of Hill Commercial Construction, a top dental contractor from Colorado. Chad brings years of experience and straight talk about building your dream dental office.

  • Finding the Perfect Spot: Get insider tips...
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Dive into Dental Unscripted’s Shark Week!  Mike Dinsio brings in Dustin Long of Big Sky Construction to unpack the essentials of dental construction for practice startups. Discover how the design-build model can streamline your project, saving time and avoiding budget overruns. Learn about some critical due diligence factors for selecting that perfect space. Navigate permits, manage costs, when working with a GC that has i...

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Welcome back to Dental Unscripted Shark Week! 🦈 We're diving even deeper into the thrilling world of dental practice construction, and this episode is packed with more wisdom from Mike Dinsio and also his friend Kenny Ackerman of Accurate Construction. Whether you're a dentist charting your course for a startup or planning a significant expansion, you won't want to miss these next-level insights.

In this segment, we go rig...

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On this special episode of Dental Unscripted, Mike and Paula settle the score on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Mike Dinsio, focuses on financial and marketing,ready to drill down on the numbers that drive profit. Paula Quinn, our operations and clinical specialist, will reveal the metrics that create an efficient and high-performing teams and dental practice optimization.

This is more than a battle—it's a masterclass i...

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The single most expensive mistake in your dental career might not be a failed marketing campaign or a bad hire—it's likely hidden in the pages of the lease agreement you signed years ago. While most practice owners focus on the monthly rent, the real financial traps are buried in complex clauses that can dictate the future value and salability of your entire practice.


In this critical episode of Dental Unscripted, hosts...

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Why does patient financing matter? The team uncovers eye-opening stats: 15-20% of patients walk in unprepared to pay. A practice producing $1.6 million often sit on $2-2.4 million in unscheduled treatment. Michael Clark, a former CareCredit insider, explains how offering payment options bridges the gap, especially for bigger treatment plans like crowns, implants, or clear aligners—where "big" varies from a $1,000 crown to ...

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Ever walked into your dental practice and felt more like a referee than a leader inspiring a team? Let's face it, managing a dental team can be like navigating a minefield of personalities, competing priorities, and unexpected challenges. But it doesn't have to be a constant struggle!

In this episode of Dental Unscripted, Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn share their journey from dental practice chaos to creating a dream team tha...

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February 27, 2025 35 mins

Thinking about hiring a dental consultant but not sure if it's the right move? 🤔  Mike and Paula break it down in a very candid and practical way.  This episode of Dental Unscripted tackles a somewhat controversial topic of dental consultants -  are they worth it, or are they just overhyped?

Join in on the Conversation
Debunk the Myths:
We expose common misconceptions about dental consultants and reveal the truth be...

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Taking the leap into dental practice ownership?  😱
This episode of Dental Unscripted is a MUST-LISTEN for aspiring owners!  Whether starting up or buying Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn walk you through the journey as they touch on crucial aspects of starting up and running a DENTAL PRACTICE  - Because, "You Don't Know What You Don't Know" about transitioning into new practice ownership.

0:00 Intro
3:00 Day One of Owners...

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Join us for this Episode of Dental Unscripted with host Mike Dinsio, co-host Paula Quinn, and special guest Stefani Sandoval as they dive deep into the complex world of dental credentialing during practice acquisitions. 
Connect with Next Level Consultants Team to learn more about their Dental Credentialing Service

  • Common credentialing pitfalls to avoid
  • Essential documentation you need
  • The truth about insurance company...
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Joining us on this Podcast Episode are some incredible guests who are shaping the future of dental practices.
We have Nicole Yount, an executive coach and ortho specialist at Next Level Consultants, sharing her expertise on integrating orthodontics into general practice.

Also joining us is Nick Greenfield, the CEO of Candid, introduces us to Candid Pro, a clear aligner system designed specifically for general dentists,...

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Welcome to Dental Unscripted, a podcast hosted by Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn. This episode focuses on ground marketing, a strategy for building strong community connections and attracting new patients.

Michael Arias, a guest expert, defines ground marketing as a sophisticated approach to building trust and relationships before focusing on profits. He emphasizes the importance of genuine interactions and providing value to ...

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Scott Mueller represents HR for Health an online platform that was developed to help dental practice owners with every aspect of their HR needs. Learn more aboutHR for Health and reach out to Scotto Mueller, tell him you saw him on the show!

New Practice Owner Checklist:
How does HR play a role in new practices?
https://hrfh.hrforhealth.com/new-practice-checklist

HR 101: Hiring Toolkit
https://hrfh.hrforhealth.c...

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We had a great show with Dr. Anthony Bonavoglia founder of SmileSuite! We discusses the challenges faced during the early stages of the practice and the inspiration behind creating SmileSuite. He developed it out of the need from owning new dental practices. The impact of missed calls... and poor follow-ups... can be extremely costly to new docs starting up. A dedicated call service for new patient management like SmileSui...

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Michael Dinsio with Quentin Flores, A-dec Territory Manager discuss how equipment costs can eat up a dental practice's startup budget. Manufacturers like A-dec are now offering smart solutions for dentists. Specifically for dentist who are starting up a practice from scratch!

This is an engaging and informative episode that covers - How many chairs for a startup? What's the difference between equipment dealers? What's the ...

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Dr. Mark Van Duker and his wife Evelyn are starting off on the venture of a lifetime together. Michael Dinsio talks to them about trials and tribulations. The upcoming challenges when first opening the doors. He also asks the questions that are important when leading up to the Grand Opening. The Van Dukers nailed this episode and were super open and great sports talking about what it takes when you decide to do a dental pr...

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