Art of Dental Finance and Management

Your dental practice does not need another task manager. It needs a Chief Operating Officer.

Art Wiederman sits down with dental management consultant Gene St Louis to reframe the office manager role as Chief Operating Officer and show what that shift means for leadership, culture and profitability. The discussion covers how a strong doctor and office manager partnership creates clear lanes of responsibility, builds trust through co...

What if getting your dental team to embrace change did not have to end in pushback, frustration and wasted investment.

In this episode Art Wiederman sits down with Emme Sanders RDH, author of Welcome to Work and cofounder of Collaboracon, to break down why dental teams resist change and how to make new systems actually stick. Emme shares lessons from completing the Spartan Trifecta and from years in high volume and cosmetic dentistr...

Most dentists look at their profit and loss statement but miss the numbers that actually drive practice growth. In this episode, Kevin Bray of Dental Accounting Group shares the key financial metrics every practice owner should monitor to improve profitability, increase production, and make smarter business decisions without getting lost in spreadsheets.

Kevin explains why accurate bookkeeping is the foundation of every successful d...

Are PPOs quietly costing your dental practice hundreds of thousands of dollars? In this episode, PPO expert Shelley DeGroff reveals how hidden contract terms, outdated reimbursement rates, and insurance strategies can significantly reduce profitability without most dentists even realizing it.

Host Art Wiederman sits down with Shelley DeGroff, founder of PPO Advisors, to unpack the complex world of PPO insurance and explain why under...

Dentistry is becoming more stressful than ever, and the effects go far beyond a busy schedule. Burnout, anxiety, depression, and chronic stress are impacting more dentists than many realize. In this conversation, Dr. Kristin Yont shares her personal journey through overwhelming stress and explains how it led her to discover evidence based strategies that transformed both her career and her life.

Learn how chronic stress changes the ...

The market is hitting new highs, but that doesn't mean your investment strategy is working. In this episode, Art Wiederman and Joe Kalinowski explain why building wealth as a dentist has far less to do with predicting the next winning stock and far more to do with having the right long term plan.

From the strong performance of large cap, small cap, and international markets to the growing impact of AI on investing, Art and Joe break...

Credit card debt is one of the biggest financial threats facing dentists today, and rising interest rates could make it even harder to escape. In this episode, Art Wiederman explains why so many dental professionals fall into the debt trap, shares practical strategies to break the cycle, and discusses important Social Security changes that could affect your long term financial future.

In this solo episode, Art Wiederman takes a dee...

Thinking about buying or selling a dental practice? The decisions you make years before a transition can significantly impact your practice value, retirement plans, and long term financial success. In this episode, dental transition expert Dan Van Eps shares what dentists need to know to navigate today's practice sales market with confidence.

Art Wiederman and Dan Van Eps discuss the current state of dental practice transitions, inc...

Dental insurance is no longer a simple benefit you explain at the front desk. It has become one of the most complex and frustrating parts of running a dental practice, and if you are not paying close attention, it is quietly costing you money, time, and peace of mind.

In this episode, Art Wiederman sits down with Teresa Duncan to unpack what is really happening with dental insurance today and why so many practices feel overwhelmed. ...

What makes patients trust a dentist enough to accept treatment, stay loyal for years, and refer everyone they know? In this episode, dental consultant Andrea Clasen shares lessons from nearly six decades in dentistry and explains why the most successful practices are built on communication, leadership, and genuine patient care instead of pressure or sales tactics.

Andrea talks about the biggest mistakes dentists make during treatmen...

Ever wonder why some dental practices thrive while others feel stuck no matter how hard the doctor works? The difference is rarely talent and almost always comes down to mindset, leadership, and systems.

In this episode, we dive into what truly drives profitability and growth in a dental practice. Success is not about working harder but about diagnosing effectively, building strong case acceptance, and creating systems that support ...

What if the biggest threat to your dental practice is the very system you’ve been told you need to survive?

In this episode, Art Wiederman sits down with longtime dental coach Gary Takacs to unpack one of the most pressing issues facing dentists today, rising overhead and the growing dependence on insurance. With costs climbing and PPO reimbursements cutting deeply into revenue, many practices are feeling squeezed with no clea...

Disability insurance mistakes can end a dental career overnight

Many dentists assume disability insurance will automatically protect them, yet most never fully understand their policies until a crisis happens. Career ending conditions like hand injuries, back problems, or progressive pain often develop slowly, making timing and preparation critical. The difference between own occupation and any occupation coverage can determine whet...

One inappropriate joke or a missed overtime payment can turn into a costly lawsuit for a dental practice owner.

In this episode, attorney Ali Oromchian joins Art Wiederman to discuss common HR risks dentists face in their practices. They talk about how workplace jokes, inappropriate conversations, and even casual behavior can lead to harassment claims. The conversation also covers how to properly manage underperforming employees thr...

The economy is shifting, interest rates are holding steady, and dentists everywhere are asking the same question. Is now the right time to grow? In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art Wiederman sits down with Dan Larkin of Bank of America to break down exactly what is happening in the market and what it means for your practice.

Dan shares insights on inflation trends, unemployment rates, consumer sp...

What if the most important person in your dental office isn't the one holding the drill?

The dental hygiene profession is undergoing a massive transformation that reaches far beyond simple cleanings and into the realm of life saving medical integration. This conversation features Lancette VanGuilder, President of the American Dental Hygienists Association, who breaks down why the future of oral health depends on giving hygienists mo...

What if the biggest thing holding your practice back is not systems, numbers, or skill but the conversations you are avoiding. In this episode, Art Wiederman sits down with leadership expert Katherine Belt to unpack why courageous communication is the real driver of strong teams, healthy culture, and sustainable growth in dentistry.

Katherine shares her journey from a struggling dental assistant to an internationally recognized lead...

Running a dental practice is not just about clinical skill. The right financial decisions can determine how profitable, stable, and stress free your career really is.

In this episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management Podcast, Art Wiedermann sits down with dental CPA David Goodman to break down the financial strategies every dentist should understand to build a stronger practice and plan for the future. The conversation cov...

What actually separates dentists who struggle from those who consistently win with patients, cases, and long-term success? This episode goes beyond techniques and tools to reveal the real differences that matter.

In this podcast, Dr. David Hornbrook shares decades of insight on how top-performing dentists think, communicate, and design their careers. The discussion covers why clinical skill alone isn’t enough, how patient trus...