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In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, CEO & Founder of Dr. Joy, RDH, to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing dental practices today: rising hygiene wages paired with shrinking reimbursements. Dr. Joy brings nearly 30 years of experience across clinical dentistry, education, and business strategy to explain why hygiene should no longer be viewed as a cost center, but instead as a profit and practice valuation engine. They discuss how insurance mix, business literacy, training, and clear expectations on both sides of the chair can dramatically change hygiene performance, team retention, and long-term practice value. If you’re a practice owner struggling with hygiene staffing, compensation, production, or burnout, this episode will shift how you think about your hygiene department. 🧩 Sponsor Shoutout: US Dental US Dental is a leader in dental digital workflow solutions, offering CBCTs, intraoral scanners, 3D printers, CAD/CAM systems, and more backed by lifetime training, education, and support. 👉 Check out the Nifty Thrifty US Dental deal here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/youngs-dental/ Be sure to mention you’re part of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Community. 👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Danielle Kramer, Founder & CEO of The Schedule Squad, to break down why so many dental practices struggle to keep schedules full and how to fix it without burning out your team. Danielle brings over 20 years of real-world dental experience, having worked in nearly every role inside a dental practice. She shares how Schedule Squad helps practices stay connected to patients, reduce front office overload, and keep both doctor and hygiene schedules consistently full. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why scheduling is one of the biggest hidden stressors in dental practicesHow staying connected with patients prevents cancellations and gapsTwo simple habits that instantly improve efficiencyWhy asking for internal referrals still mattersHow remote scheduling support helps your team focus on patient care If your team feels overwhelmed or your schedule feels unpredictable, this episode will give you clarity and practical direction.   🔷🦷 Sponsor Shoutout: ADIT ADIT is built specifically for dental practices and integrates with most major practice management systems. It’s the only platform that combines: VoIP phone systemsText messaging & emailOnline scheduling & patient formsReviews, payments, analytics, and more 👉 Ask ADIT about the exclusive Nifty Thrifty deal: https://adit.com/nifty   📌 To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/ 👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Kirk Teachout, co-founder of 7-Figure Dental Practice, to break down why most dental schedules fail and how to fix them without burning out your team or yourself. Kirk shares how he and his dentist wife rebuilt their practice during COVID, reduced workdays, increased collections, and created consistency without chaos. This conversation dives deep into the business and operations side of dentistry that most doctors were never taught. In this episode, you’ll learn: ⦁ Why “busy” doesn’t mean productive in dentistry ⦁ How consistency beats roller-coaster production days ⦁ The real reason schedules fall apart (and how to fix it) ⦁ Why leadership not templates is the missing piece ⦁ One simple rule that can immediately improve schedule efficiency If you’re working hard but still feeling burned out, this episode will challenge how you think about productivity, scheduling, and growth. 🦷 Sponsor Shoutout: Black Diamond Radio Black Diamond Radio specializes in two-way radios and custom earpieces built specifically for dental practices trusted by offices nationwide for over 20 years. 🎯 EXCLUSIVE Nifty Thrifty Deal: ✔ $200 OFF a Dental 6-User Walkie Talkie System 👉 Grab the deal here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/black-diamond-radio/ To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/ 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: / niftythriftydentists

Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Brett Kessler, Past President of the American Dental Association, for a candid conversation about what really happens inside the ADA advocacy, budgets, member value, and why unified dentistry matters right now. They unpack: ⦁ How Dr. Kessler’s leadership journey started (and why “getting involved” isn’t a secret club) ⦁ What the ADA tackled this past year: wellness, advocacy, fluoride legislation, and organizational restructuring ⦁ Why member dues matter and what happens when dentists “check out” ⦁ How the ADA approaches DSOs, insurance, and professional autonomy ⦁ What’s next: Oral Health 2050 and the future of oral health delivery 🦷 Sponsor Shoutout: GetVwire GetVwire helps practices outsource front office and insurance work, and they’re offering a Nifty Thrifty deal: 50% off your first month’s invoice. 👉 Check out the deal here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/getvwire/ To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/ 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Joe Laith, Marketing & Education Manager at NeoBiotech to uncover why NeoBiotech is often called implant dentistry’s best-kept secret. They break down what truly separates implant systems today (hint: it’s not just the implant), including support, protocol, simplicity, and predictable workflows. Joe also shares how NeoBiotech approaches anytime loading concepts, restorative solutions, repair kits, stability testing, and digitally guided workflows designed to reduce guesswork and save chair time. If you’re placing implants (or thinking about starting) and want a system built around clinical confidence + real support, this episode is for you. 🔷 Nifty Thrifty Deal-NeoBiotech Exclusive to Nifty Thrifty members, NeoBiotech is offering: ✔ 50% OFF on all NeoBiotech products through the end of the year ✔ Guided Surgery Planning + Fabrication (per quadrant): • $89 with IOS scan • $99 with traditional impression ✔ Bonus: Purchase 30 implants (at the 50% discount) and receive a FREE invitation to the NeoBiotech 2026 Symposium in Vietnam (April 18–20, 2026) (registration + hotel included) 👉 To get the deal, reach out to Joe directly: Instagram: @neobiotech_joe or call 213-387-7704 👉 Be sure to mention you’re part of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Community. 🔧 Sponsor: NeoBiotech NeoBiotech supports clinicians with implant systems, protocols, digital guided solutions, and education built for predictable outcomes. 👉 https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/neobiotech/ To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/ 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: https://fb.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Ali Soufi, Founder & CEO of DocSites, to break down why missed phone calls and poor website lead capture are costing dental practices new patients... and how AI tools can help fix it. Ali shares insights from working with thousands of dental offices and explains how voicemail, after-hours calls, and unanswered website questions create friction in the new patient journey. He also introduces DocSites’ AI Support Suite, which includes AI phone answering, AI web chat, and a lead management dashboard designed to help practices capture and follow up on leads without adding staff. If your practice is spending money on dental marketing but still losing opportunities due to missed calls or website bounce-offs, this episode is a must-watch. 🔷 Nifty Thrifty Deal-DocSites For the Nifty Thrifty community, Ali is offering: ✔ 50% off setup → $500 setup (normally $1,000) ✔ Monthly pricing: typically $399/month for most practices ✔ $599/month for larger or multi-provider offices ✔ No contract... try it, keep it if it helps, cancel if you don’t need it There’s also extra savings if you bundle website + AI + marketing. 🔧 Sponsor: DocSites DocSites provides affordable dental websites, dental marketing, and AI lead capture tools built specifically for dental and medical practices. 👉Check out the Nifty Thrifty DocSites deal: https://www.docsites.com/ Be sure to mention you’re part of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Community. 👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group Be part of the conversations, deals, and community: Nifty Thrifty Dentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Tim McNeely - CEO & Founder of Dental Wealth Nation to uncover the biggest financial mistakes dentists make, how to protect your wealth, and the essential blueprint every practice owner must have. Tim works exclusively with dentists and understands the real-world challenges you face: taxes, exit planning, wealth fragmentation, retirement, asset protection, and building long-term financial confidence. If you’ve ever wondered whether your financial plan is actually working, this episode is for you. 🔷 Nifty Thrifty Deal – Tim McNeely / Dental Wealth Nation For the Nifty Thrifty community, Tim is offering: ✔ FREE Second Opinion Wealth Review ($5,000 value) ✔ Customized list of tax-saving & wealth-building opportunities ✔ FREE Will & Trust Review - OR get one in place if you don’t have one ✔ Connect directly at: https://www.timmcneely.com/ 👉 Be sure to mention you’re part of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Community. 🔧 Sponsor: Medidenta Looking for handpieces, endo motors, or trade-in credits for broken handpieces? Check out the Nifty Thrifty Medidenta deal: 👉 https://niftymedidenta.com/ 👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group Be part of the conversations, deals, and community: 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists/

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo brings back a long-time friend of the community: Aaron Boone, former pro football player, CEO & founder of MVP Mailhouse. If you think direct mail is “old school,” you haven’t seen what MVP is doing. Aaron and his team have mailed over 100 million postcards for dentists and track everything... from where your best patients live, to which offers they respond to, to how your front desk handles every call. This isn’t “spray and pray” mailing. This is data-driven direct mail built to generate revenue, not just phone calls. You’ll hear how MVP Mailhouse: ⦁ Maps where your BEST patients already come from (down to neighborhoods) ⦁ Targets their neighbors instead of wasting money mailing your existing patients ⦁ Tracks every call with unique numbers for each mailing and area ⦁ Scores front desk performance and helps you improve conversions ⦁ Matches each new patient and dollar back to the homes that got the mailers …so you finally know your true ROI from direct mail. 💥 Nifty Thrifty Deal – MVP Mailhouse ✔ FREE MapIQ™ Patient Heatmap Analysis and Direct Mail Proposal ✔ $500 OFF Your First Mailing! (on 10k order) *New Customers only ✔ FREE 500 Referral Handout Cards ($500 Value!) 👉 Grab the deal here: https://mvpmailhouse.com/nifty-thrifty-dentists ✉️ Sponsor This episode is sponsored by MVP Mailhouse, the direct mail partner that speaks dentistry and backs everything with real data and ROI. 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: 👉 https://fb.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo welcomes back Jay Glazer, Director of Business Development at Crazy Dental - the company that makes sure dentists NEVER overpay for supplies again. If you’ve ever wondered whether your supplier is giving you their best price… Jay’s here to tell you the truth. Crazy Dental checks every authorized competitor’s pricing and beats it, without buying clubs, without contracts, and without games. Whether you’re using Shine, Benco, Patterson, or any distributor, Crazy Dental will beat their invoice. Just send a full order (around $1,000+) and they’ll send back better pricing - simple, fast, transparent. 🧠 What You’ll Learn ⦁ Why dentists consistently overspend on supplies (and how to stop today) ⦁ How Crazy Dental beats all authorized competitor pricing ⦁ Why “matching pricing” from your rep is NOT the same as getting the best price ⦁ How transparent ordering saves time, money, and frustration ⦁ Why you should send full orders, not piecemeal items to maximize savings ⦁ The truth about buying clubs, membership fees, and hidden markups 💸 Nifty Thrifty Deal - Crazy Dental Crazy Dental is giving our community THREE exclusive ways to save: 🔥 Exclusive Nifty Deals: ✨ 10% OFF your entire order — code: NIFTY10 ✨ FREE SHIPPING — code: NIFTYSHIP ✨ FREE CURING LIGHT on $1,000+ orders — code: PLATINUMLIGHT 👉https://www.crazydentalprices.com/niftythrifty ✨ Sponsor This episode is sponsored by Crazy Dental - delivering unbeatable supply pricing and exclusive Nifty Thrifty Deals. 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: 👉 https://fb.com/groups/niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Rick Cromar, Head of Sales at Peak Dental Studio, to uncover how building a better relationship with your lab can transform your workflow, save money, and bring the “local lab” feel back to dentistry. Rick shares how Peak Dental Studio bridges the gap between large-scale efficiency and personal service, offering top-tier craftsmanship, transparent communication, and group pricing for Nifty Thrifty dentists. 💡 In This Episode: Why communication between dentists and labs is broken (and how Peak fixes it)How Peak offers economy-to-premium lab options for every type of practiceThe power of customer service and same-day responsivenessHow to onboard easily through https://peakdentalstudio.com/referredWhy Rick believes labs should make you the hero of every patient interaction ✨ Nifty Thrifty Deal: Get your first 5 full zirconia crowns FREE 🦷 or a $265 credit toward any lab service with Peak Dental Studio! 👉 Use referral code NIFTYPEAK (all caps, no spaces) when you sign up at https://peakdentalstudio.com/referred 🚀 How to Get Started Visit https://peakdentalstudio.com/referredEnter the referral code NIFTYPEAKComplete your account setup to claim your exclusive Nifty Thrifty Deal! ✨ Sponsor Shoutout - Renew Digital Thinking about adding a CBCT or digital panoramic? Don’t buy new - buy certified refurbished and save thousands with Renew Digital. 👉 https://www.renewdigital.com/nifty-thrifty-dentists 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: 👉 https://fb.com/groups/niftythriftydentists #NiftyThriftyDentists #DentalPodcast #PeakDentalStudio #DentalLab #RenewDigital #DentistLife #DentalBusiness #NiftyDeal

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Richard “Dicky” Ball, founder of Summit Handpiece Express, to talk about keeping your handpieces (and schedule) running smoothly. Dicky shares how his family-run business delivers top-tier repairs, education, and real customer service — straight from the owner himself. Learn how to prevent downtime, extend handpiece life, and save thousands with smarter maintenance. 💡 Topics: The #1 cause of handpiece failure (and how to prevent it)Why PSI settings matter more than you thinkHow proper lubrication saves your scheduleWhat makes Summit’s repair experience different ✨ Sponsor Shoutout — Apex Payment Solutions Streamline payments and reduce fees with modern processing for dental practices. 👉 https://www.apexpaymentsolutions.com/ 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: 👉 https://fb.com/groups/niftythriftyden...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Ryan, CEO & co-founder of Energize Group, to talk about growing your dental practice without burnout or wasted marketing dollars. From a friendship formed on the jiu-jitsu mats to helping hundreds of practices thrive, Ryan shares how Energize Group was built on relationships, results, and real ROI. “Marketing’s real job is simple: put people in your chairs.” – Ryan, Energize Group “If you can’t show how a project grows top-line or bottom-line, don’t do it.” – Ryan ✨ Sponsor Shoutout This episode is brought to you by Energize Group - offering advanced SEO, smart sites, social media, Google Ads, and brand management to help you level up your dental practice. Don’t forget to ask about the Nifty Thrifty Deal when you reach out! https://energize-group.com/ 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: / niftythriftydentists

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Eric J. Morin, founder of Tower Leadership, to uncover dentistry’s best-kept secret: you don’t need side hustles to build wealth, you can achieve exponential growth by leveraging your existing dental practice. Eric shares how dentists can maximize valuation, grow their teams, and scale beyond what they thought possible. From mindset shifts to exponential strategy, this episode is a masterclass in unlocking hidden wealth inside your practice. 💡 “Your potential is so much bigger than you believe. Most people stop at linear growth, but exponential growth changes everything.” – Eric Morin ✨ Sponsor Shoutout: This episode is brought to you by Energize Group– offering advanced SEO, smart sites, social media, Google Ads, and brand management to help you level up your dental practice. Don’t forget to ask about the Nifty Thrifty Deal when you reach out! https://energize-group.com/ 📚 Resources Mentioned: Tower Leadership Dental Wealth & Financial Evolution by Eric J. Morin 10X Is Easier Than 2X by Benjamin Hardy & Dan Sullivan 👉 Connect with Eric Morin: https://towerleadership.com/ If you’re a dentist ready to stop dabbling in side gigs and start building true wealth from your practice, this episode is for you!

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Nathan Hudson of Renew Digital to break down one of the biggest myths in dentistry: why you don’t have to buy brand new when it comes to CBCTs, digital pans, and scanners. Nathan shares how Renew Digital’s certified refurbished process works, why it’s safer than buying off a buddy or a dental garage sale group, and how dentists can save 30–60% without sacrificing quality, warranty, or support. They also cover: Why buying “cheap” can cost you more in the long run Regulatory issues most doctors forget when buying second-hand The upgrade and trade-in options Renew Digital offers Why startup practices and implant/restorative dentists benefit the most How Renew Digital helps you protect your time, money, and sanity 💡 The Nifty Deal: $1,000 off CBCT $500 off 2D Pans 0% financing options on select scanners 👉 Connect with Renew Digital for certified refurbished imaging solutions: https://www.renewdigital.com 📌 Join the conversation inside the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists 📢 Special thanks to our sponsor: Renew Digital — helping dentists save money with certified refurbished CBCTs, digital pans, and scanners.

"Mistakes are milestones.💡"   The biggest lesson in dentistry? Learn to master your money, not just your margins.   On the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Blair Feldman shares one of the most powerful truths he’s learned after 22+ years as an orthodontist and entrepreneur: Celebrating your mistakes is the first step to real growth.   “Celebrate your mistakes. Learn from them. Then build from them.”   And speaking of building, Blair built the Retainer Club to fix one of the most frustrating issues in orthodontics: retainer replacement. What used to be a time-consuming, patient-annoying, low-margin task is now automated, streamlined, and profitable.   Whether you're doing aligners or referring out ortho, Retainer Club helps you offer retainer continuity, improve patient care, and unlock passive revenue—without adding more work for your team.     And to learn more about Retainer Club, click this link: https://www.retainerclub.com   .   🎧 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/0MR7e-Ffayg And don’t forget to take advantage of the NIFTY DEAL! 💰 .   Sponsored by DocSites – The go-to for affordable, high-performing dental websites. Want an online presence that brings patients to your door? Ask for the Nifty Thrifty Deal!   .   #DentalLeadership #FinancialFreedomForDentists #NiftyThriftyDentists #RetainerClub #OrthodonticsInnovation #DentalEntrepreneurship #MouthguardClub #DentalPodcast To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/   To join our community of over 60k Dental Professionals, click here:    / niftythriftydentists