In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Kyle Wallace, an Insurance Advisor from Wallace Specialty Insurance Group, to discuss breaking dental news: an exciting new alternative health insurance plan that offers better coverage at a roughly 30% lower cost than traditional health insurance plans. Watch as Kyle—who has been working with dentists for over 35 years—explains how this loosely underwritten plan requires only 2 people in the practice to participate,...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentist Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Rita Zamora—a renowned marketing specialist, social media expert in the dental industry, and CEO of Connect90. Rita shares her inspiring journey from working in a periodontal practice to becoming a sought-after speaker and consultant, helping dental professionals harness the power of social media to build trust and grow their practices. With over 20 years of experience in the dental field, Rita brings a...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Jeremy Krell—CEO & Founder of Revere Partners—to discuss investment opportunities in dental technology companies. Jeremy is a general dentist with over 15 years of experience investing in dental companies. His Venture Capital Firm is committed to identifying opportunities for investors and providing capital for cutting-edge innovations in the oral and systemic health sectors. Watch Jeremy explain how...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Samad Syed (CEO and Founder of mConsent) as well as one of his clients, Osmaan Salaam (General Manager of LifeSmiles Dental Care). Glenn and Samad discussed how mConsent aids dental practice owners in optimizing their data management through digitization, while Glenn and Osmaan talked about how mConsent has helped them manage their practice. mConsent excels in ensuring accurate patient information, comprehensive...

In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Heather-Dawn Lawson-Myers—CEO of Dental Assisting Made Easy—to discuss how she’s filling a need for highly trained dental assistants. Dr. Lawson-Myers isn’t just an amazing resource as somebody who has been training dental assistants for more than 35 years—she’s also a fellow dentist who has practiced for over two decades and knows what it’s like to run a practice. With Dr. Lawson-Myers’ online training...

Dr. Max Zaslavsky, owner of Dr. Max Dentist, joins Dr. Glenn Vo to discuss the unique marketing strategies he has used to turn a struggling practice to a million dollar practice. We discuss topics ranging from his unique entry into practice ownership as well as marketing to niche communities. . Dr. Max Zaslavsky is a general dentist serving the diverse communities of Oakland Park, Ft. Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, and Coconut Creek. Renowned for his compassionate approach and extensive...

In this engaging episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists podcast at Dental Podfest, Dr. Glenn Vo invites Jay Malik from Less Tax for Dentists to discuss strategies for reducing tax burdens in the dental profession. Jay shares valuable insights into the importance of getting a second opinion on tax returns and how dentists can save significant amounts by optimizing their tax situations. - Dentists are often overpaying in taxes without realizing it. - Jay offers a complimentary analysis...

Dr. Chris Villanueva, the Founder of MB2 Dental, joins Dr. Glenn Vo to discuss the origin story of their Dental Partnership Organization, what makes MB2 different, and their amazing growth. We also discuss the culture over at MB2 as well as my experience as a fellow MB2 Owner Doctor. .MB2 Dental is more than a DSO, it’s a Dental Partnership Organization. They provide their partners with the tools they need to reach their goals and achieve financial freedom, personal autonomy, and continued...

NOTES:     This week, Dr. Glenn Vo finally got Dylan Brockman—CEO of Brockman Health—to take a break from hooking the Nifty Thrifty community up with affordable healthcare and sit down for another episode of the Nifty Thrifty podcast.  Dylan’s team consists of experienced agents with an honest, transparent, and educational approach. They’re dedicated to providing innovative health and life insurance solutions for self-employed individuals, families, small business owners, and contract...

I'm stoked to bring you another exciting Nifty Thrifty Dentists podcast episode. This time, I had the pleasure of chatting with Sean Birney, the Vice President of Marketing at Masterlink, a company that many of my fellow dentists know for their incredible Apex Dental Sensors. Brace yourselves because we've got some exclusive Black Friday Deals you don't want to miss! If you're part of our 55,000+ strong Facebook group, you're likely familiar with Masterlink as a consistent contributor of...

This week, Dr. Glenn Vo sat down with Jacob Hiller, the Chief Growth Officer of Dental Implant Machine and a renowned marketing expert with over 15 years of experience in the field.Dental Implant Machine helps dentists and oral surgeons increase the number of dental implant patients they see by providing a range of marketing services specifically tailored to the dental implant industry. With a team of experienced marketing professionals and a deep understanding of the dental implant market,...

Show Notes: In this exclusive webinar, Dr. Glenn Vo hosts Jonathan and Ali from Addit, a cutting-edge dental management platform. Together, they provide a deep dive into the transformative features and benefits that Addit offers to dental practices. Key Points Covered: Inbound Call Enhancements: Gain valuable insights during inbound calls, accessing patient details like unscheduled treatments, family information, and date of birth. Engage in meaningful patient conversations,...

Join Dr. Glenn Vo at SmileCon 2023 in an engaging podcast with NiftyThirtyDennis. Highlights on the importance of legal protection for dental professionals. Segment 1: How Legally Mine Protects Dental Professionals Uncover the misconceptions around legal coverage with LLCs and corporations. Exploring personal vs. professional liability and the need for a robust shield. Dr. Vo and Legally Mine discuss blind spots often overlooked in the dental profession. Segment 2:...

Welcome, everyone, to another enlightening episode! Dr. Glenn Vo here, and today, we have an exciting exploration into the world of dental innovation with our special guest, Andy from Enova. Segment 1: "From Medical Marvels to Dental Wonders" Uncover the fascinating evolution of Enova, originally a surgical headlight firm with a mission to enhance doctors' vision. Dive into the company's journey, seamlessly transitioning from the medical realm to making waves in dentistry. Discover...

Dr. Glenn Vo kicks off the podcast at SmileCon 2023, excited to have Mike from Pearl AI as a guest. What Sets Pearl AI Apart: Mike emphasizes Pearl AI's expertise in computer vision, specifically in interpreting x-rays.The unique ability to identify 500-700 colors and tones of gray in x-rays sets Pearl AI apart from other AI companies.The focus on precision in diagnostics, reducing reliance on human interpretation in oral health care. Impact of State-of-the-Art Equipment on Patient...

Dr. Glenn Vo introduces Dr. Alex at SmileCon 2023. Dr. Alex's return to the podcast, reflecting on their past encounters during his Pair Dental days. -Costa Rican Sabbatical and Entrepreneurship Dr. Alex's experiences and businesses in Costa Rica.The transition from multiple dental practices to entrepreneurship and exploration. -OrthoSnap Leadership Dr. Alex's surprising return to the dental world as part of OrthoSnap's leadership. The anticipation building up to why...

🌟 Introduction I went live at SmileCon with Ben from Dental Equipment Liquidators. Ben shared his fascinating journey, transitioning from land clearing to the dental equipment industry. 💡 Curiosity Unleashed Ben talked about his shift into dentistry and how his unique background posed challenges. Exploring the hurdles of entering dentistry with a background in land clearing. 🪑 Refurbishing Excellence Dental Equipment Liquidators showcased their expertise in refurbishing...

Join Dr. Glenn Vo and his encounter with Hunter Herrick, Senior Account Manager at Doctor Genius, as he explores SmileCon. Highlights the significance of dental marketing in today's competitive healthcare landscape. Why Choose Dental Marketing Professionals?: Dentists, often managing their practices, face marketing dilemmas.Stresses the decision between self-marketing and professional expertise.Doctor Genius' 13-year experience and a team of 70 experts.Spotlights the value of dedicated...

Jake Berry, Chief Development Officer at MB2 Dental, joins me to discuss what recapitalization means in the DSO space, why Dentists should care, and MB2 Dental’s current status when it comes to its own Recap. We also discuss the questions every Dentist should ask a DSO when considering a partnership.MB2 Dental is more than a DSO, it’s a Dental Partnership Organization. We provide our partners with the tools they need to reach their goals and achieve financial freedom, personal autonomy, and...

Live on the mainstage at SmileCon 2023! Dr. Robert Kim, Chief Business Officer at Zuub, joins me to discuss how Zuub is helping Dental Practices everywhere save time on insurance verification and other aspects of Revenue Cycle Management. We also dive into the origin story of Zuub as well as Dr. Kim’s thoughts on the future of Dental RCM. Dr. Robert Kim is one of the Co-Founders of Zuub and is an experienced startup/growth executive. He started in Dentistry with Futuredontics as their...

Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Raymond Cohlmia, Executive Director of the American Dental Association, to discuss the recent issues with an ADA-recommended vendor. We also discussed the steps the ADA is taking to maintain vendor transparency as well as new steps to support ADA members. . An active leader in the dental community at the local, state and national levels, Dr. Cohlmia served on the ADA Board of Trustees from 2015-19 and as president of the Oklahoma Dental Association in 2001...

Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Don Ton, founder of Lumadent, to discuss the origin story behind Lumadent and his own entrepreneurial story. We’ll discuss topics ranging from the immigrant mentality and his advice to budding entrepreneurs. . Inspired by his struggles to adequately maintain his own primitive headlight system from one of our competitors, Dr. Don Ton, DDS founded LumaDent in 2009 in the back of his office. Lumadent manufactures and sells custom-made Loupes and LED...

In this episode, Dr. Glenn Vo interviews Dr. Dar Radfar, a Dentist who has created a niche practice focused on Sleep Dentistry. We discuss his near-death experience after falling asleep at the wheel and how that impacted his purpose in life.. . Dr. Dar Radfar is the founder of 805 Dentistry and RAD Health. Dr. Radfar is a member of the AACD (American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry), ADA (American Dental Association), CDA (California Dental Association), and continuing his certifications...

Apex Reimbursement Specialists - The OGs of Dental RCM with Dr. Glenn Vo and Harold Gornbein . Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Harold Gornbein, CEO of Apex Reimbursement Specialists, to discuss all matters concerning Dental Revenue Cycle management. Apex is a PPO Portfolio Management firm handling negotiation, credentialing, UCR Fee Analysis, and Coding services to dental groups and practices. They are considered the pioneers in the Dental RCM arena . To learn more about Apex...