Inside a Top 10% Practice: No Paste Strategies, Just Results That Work
If you’re preparing to open your own dental practice, you’ve probably heard advice from all corners—some helpful, some generic, some flat-out paste. You know the kind: recycled scripts, outdated frameworks, and plug-and-play tactics that sound okay but fall flat in the real world.
Today, let’s go a different route.
This episode of the Ideal Practices Podcast features a dentist who’s not just doing well—he’s operating in the top 10% of producers in the country. And he’s doing it without high-pressure sales or gimmicks.
Meet Dr. Chris Bowman. His approach is built around smart communication, ethical case presentation, and systems that patients actually respond to.
What sets Dr. Bowman apart isn’t hustle or volume—it’s strategy.
He’s grown a niche private practice with seven-figure revenues by building trust and clarity into every patient interaction. No paste tactics. No manipulative language. Just intentional systems that align with his philosophy—and his patients’ goals.
Here’s a peek at what we cover in the conversation:
How his niche model and private-practice focus support long-term growth
When and why he uses Six Month Smiles as a value-driven treatment option
What he’s learned about why patients delay treatment—and how to move past that
How he presents care without "selling" through his Destination Mindset Tool
What it takes to lead a thriving practice while balancing a busy home life
This is a must-listen if you want to build a high-performance practice without the hype.
If there’s one consistent theme from this episode, it’s this: success in private practice isn’t about following someone else’s paste-and-playbook approach.
It’s about finding what works for you—and building systems that reflect your values, your vision, and the experience you want to deliver.
Want to get better at patient communication? Start with our breakdown of ethical communication and case acceptance.
Want to improve first impressions and strengthen retention? Don’t miss our article on how to improve dental patient trust.
And if you’re still shaping your long-term growth plan, we walk through it step-by-step in the Startup Practice Blueprint.
Build trust first—patients say yes when they feel understood
A niche doesn’t limit you; it differentiates you
You don’t need to sell—just communicate clearly, consistently, and honestly
Case presentation is more about listening than explaining
The right tools and mindset lead to loyal patients and strong production
This episode pulls back the curtain on what really makes a high-performing practice work—and it’s probably simpler than you think.
You can listen to Dr. Bowman’s full interview on the Ideal Practices Podcast, where we break down each system, mindset, and story behind his success.
Want his private pricing offer for Six Month Smiles? Grab it here.
And when you’re ready to start building a practice that reflects your goals—not someone else’s paste strategy—we’ll be here to help.
Let’s do this right.
— Stephen Trutter
President, Ideal Practices