Episodes
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...
Published 10/23/23
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...
Published 10/23/23
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...
Published 10/23/23
I'm here with Kyle Wallace of Wallace Specialty Insurance . And today we're diving deep into the world of Umbrella Coverage . 🌂 Tune in to discover why having Umbrella Coverage might be one of the smartest decisions you can make to protect yourself and your assets . Kyle is here to break it all down for us, so stay tuned to learn how this extra layer of insurance can provide you with peace of mind in unexpected situations. Don't miss out – your financial security could depend on...
Published 09/19/23
Is your CPA giving you the level of service you deserve? . There's a good chance that you're not! Tune in as I talk to Nifty Thrifty sponsor and resource Harsh Patel. He's a CPA that works exclusively with Dentists and has saved his client in average of 20k in tax savings as well as provide a high level of service. . So if your current CPA takes forever to respond to you. Does not touch base with you on a consistent basis. And does not give you a strategy to save on taxes. Then...
Published 09/07/23
What’s a better alternative than searching all over the internet and Facebook to negotiate, price match, and find the best prices? Let me introduce you to Crazy Dental... Many of you likely know of Jay Glazer or have even spoken to him directly. Whenever our community is in need of something—whether it’s PPE, dental equipment, etc.—the guys over at Crazy Dental are always reaching out to lend a helping hand. To Jay, the name of the game is “bending over backward” to take care of his...
Published 09/07/23
Improving lives with Dental AI with Dr. Wardah Inam and Dr. Glenn Vo . Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet, to discuss the future of Dental Artificial Intelligence and how Overjet supports providers and payers to enhance clinical care and administrative efficiency. Guided by a patient-centric AI, Overjet’s FDA-cleared platform detects and outlines decay and quantifies bone loss on radiographs in real-time to guide you to arrive at precise and accurate diagnostic...
Published 09/06/23
Have you heard of the phrase, "There are levels to this game?" Well, that's certainly the case when it comes to "paperless forms." . Paperless forms is the foundation of patient information intake. It affects patient communication, patient payment, and overall practice efficiency. And that's why mConsent has built their entire platform on effective paperless forms. . Tune in to hear mConsent CEO Samad Syed talk about the importance of paperless forms and why mConsent is the leader in...
Published 09/06/23
Sean Ryan of Medidenta and Prophy Magic is here and ready to bring the deals! . If you are looking for new handpieces or a reputable handpiece repair facility, then this week’s chat with Sean is one you don’t want to miss! . Handpieces don’t have to cost a ridiculous amount. No way! Sean Ryan talks about Medidenta’s line of high quality handpieces at nifty prices. They have handpieces to meet every budget and every need and of course, all backed by their world class warranty and...
Published 09/06/23
The Mango Voice State of the Union Address!! . Listen in as the CEO of Mango Voice himself stops by to give you every reason to switch over and also what is coming down the pipeline with Dentistry’s most popular VoIP phone service. . And we may have a Nifty Deal as well. . Click the link below to learn more about what we do at Mango Voice https://mangovoice.com/ . To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: https://niftythriftydentists.com/ . To join our...
Published 09/06/23
Collect more money with patient A/R automation with Abella AR + AcceptCare . -Why traditional billing methods are no longer effective and how a positive patient billing experience gets you paid faster. - Learn about the latest patient A/R technology that collects more revenue, automates collections, and improves the patient experience. - How to quickly collect 35%+ of aging A/R (90+ days) and prevent future build-ups. Click the link below to learn more about what we do...
Published 09/06/23
Direct Mail is one of those Marketing Strategies that gets a mixed response depending on who you talk to. . But let's face the facts. Direct Mail works and all you have to do is look at the data. Heck, just look in your own mailbox. . And it all depends on who you use. There are bad companies and there are good companies. Fortunately, we work with one of the Good Guys. . Aaron Boone from MVP Mailhouse drops by to talk about why now is a good time to plan out your mailers. And why...
Published 05/30/23
Darkhorse Dental Tech Managed IT Service! We specialize in supporting existing practices with their Support and HIPAA Compliance needs as well as the design and installation of Startup Practices! Tune in as Reuben Kamp, CEO/Founder of Darkhorse Dental Tech discuss: âś… Dental Computer Support âś… New Dental Startups âś… Computer Technology Dental Upgrades âś… Email & Network Security âś… HIPAA Compliant! . Nifty Thrifty Dentists DEAL: 10% discount on many services as well as ramp-ups...
Published 05/17/23
FAST & FREE HEALTH INSURANCE QUOTES with Brockman Health! Tune in as Dylan Brockman joins me to talk about Health Insurance and how his company can get you and your team covered. . Dylan Brockman is an Experienced Agent with an Honest, Transparent, & Educational Approach. He and his team are dedicated to providing innovative Health & Life Insurance solutions for self-employed individuals, families, small business owners, and their employees. . Tune in to learn more. ...
Published 05/17/23
Dave Picone, VP of Sales from Dental Recycling of North America (DRNA), and Rhiannon McHugh - Director of Marketing are here to talk about how this company can save you up to 40% off on Dental Waste Management and Recycling. . DRNA has been around for over 20 years and has helped many members save money over the Solmetex recycling cartridges. . Tune in as we talk about the services that DRNA provides and stick around for the Nifty Deal:...
Published 05/17/23
Meet Jay Glazer, Director of Business Development at DC Dental and Crazy Dental, the fastest-growing top 5 authorized independent dental supply company in North America. . Crazy Dental is your solution for saving money and receiving top-notch customer service. With their 110% price match guarantee and complete transparency, you'll be amazed at how much you can save. . As a manufacturer-authorized retailer, Crazy Dental carries all the major brands, including Dentsply Sirona, Kerr, 3M,...
Published 05/17/23
Doc2Doc Lending Co-Founder Dr. Kenton Allen joins me to talk about how their company is disrupting the lending world. Created by Health Professionals for Health Professionals, Doc2Doc believe that traditional lenders overestimate the risk of lending money to Dentists, focusing too much on the challenges of their financial past, and giving them insufficient credit for the promise of their financial future. That is why they created this platform - to give Physicians and Dentists a fair...
Published 05/17/23
This week, Glenn was thrilled to bring on an old friend—Sean Ryan, from Medidenta—for this week’s episode of the Nifty Thrifty Podcast. Many Nifty Thrifty members might recognize this handsome gentleman. If you’ve yet to hear about Medidenta, they’re an 80-year-old company that has gone through quite a few phases before settling on the unique identity we know today. But, all along, Medidenta has been known for innovating, creating, and distributing products.  Nowadays, Medidenta sees...
Published 03/20/23
For this week’s episode of the Nifty Thrifty podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo was excited to bring on Jacob Hiller, the Chief Growth Officer over at Dental Implant Machine. Jacob is a renowned marketing expert with over 15 years of experience in the field. He has an exceptional ability to identify market opportunities and develop masterful strategies that have earned millions for his companies and clients.  Jacob is known for his strong but empathetic leadership style and his ability to inspire...
Published 03/13/23
With each new year comes new opportunities and responsibilities—there are new things to figure out. And while most dentists love the idea of launching off the new year by trying new tax strategies, even more of us like waiting until the last minute to do just that.  HMP Consultants is a business that performs the whole nine yards: bookkeeping/keeping payroll, advisory services, income tax prep, tax estimates, tax planning, and more. This is a big deal: many CPAs only take care of one part...
Published 02/27/23
SonaPure provides simple and effective hearing protection for all the dental professionals on your clinical team: dentists, orthodontists, dental assistants, lab technicians, sterile processing technicians, and others. Dental offices are loud. Long-term exposure to sound at volumes of 85dB and above will permanently damage your hearing. Many believe dental professionals face a greater risk of hearing loss because of the loud office volumes produced by dental equipment. Get PPE for Your...
Published 02/20/23
In this podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Adit CEO Ali Jhaver to talk about his entrepreneurial journey and how it ultimately lead him to Dentistry. A problem solver at heart, Ali saw the struggles that Dental Practice Owners faced and in solving their problems, the Adit platform was created. . Designed & engineered specifically for Dental Practices. Adit is the only software solution that integrates Texts, Emails, Patient Forms, Online Scheduling, Analytics, Reviews, and more,...
Published 02/09/23
Trey Hargrave, Senior Vice President of Dental Space Advisors, joins Dr. Glenn Vo to discuss how his firm helps Dentists find the right location for their future practice by using competition and demographic analysis, consumer behavior insights, and proprietary market research. So whether you are opening your first practice, expanding to a new location, or wanting to start multiple offices - Dental Space Advisors is the Real Estate Company that can help. Trey Hargrave is one of the foremost...
Published 02/03/23
The Importance of Dental Sell-Side Advisory for DSO and Doctor Transactions Brannon Moncrief, CEO of McLerran & Associates Practice Transitions, joins Dr. Glenn Vo to discuss how his firm helps Dental Practice Owners nationwide navigate the treacherous waters of dental practice transitions. We specifically dive into the science behind practice valuations and how to engage with DSO buyers as well as Private Doctors. Brannon's mission is to educate dentists regarding their transition...
Published 01/30/23
David Lohmann, the Founder of Apex Dental Partners, joins Dr. Glenn Vo to discuss how he got involved in Dentistry and ultimately created Apex Dental Partners with his wife Dr. Layla Lohmann. We specifically dive into the model of Apex and how he balances the responsibilities of Apex with his own family life. Apex Dental partners developed their Private Practice Reimagined® model as a commitment to preserving the feel and culture of relationship-based, patient-focused dentistry. Providers...
Published 01/26/23