The Startup Dentist
Guiding you from associate to grand opening. The Startup Dentist podcast is the only podcast that helps Associate Dentists go from practice, to profit, to purpose in their journey to open their own dental practice startup. With more successful dental startups than anyone else, your host Stephen Trutter is here to share all that he, and the Ideal Practices team, have learned over the years of opening successful dental startups. To learn more visit us at: https://idealpractices.com
All Episodes
Purchasing the Right Way: How to Buy a Dental Practice Without the Costly Mistakes
Buying a dental practice can feel like a shortcut to ownership—but it’s only the right move if you know what to look for. In this episode, Stephen Trutter breaks down how to evaluate a dental practice before you buy, avoid common financial pitfalls, and make sure you’re purchasing the right practice for you—not someone else’s problems..png)
When to Walk Away: What Dentists Need to Know Before Leaving an Associate Position
Leaving your associateship isn’t just a career move. It’s a life-altering decision. In this episode, Stephen Trutter walks through the most overlooked risks, emotional hurdles, and strategic moves you must make before taking the leap into ownership..png)
Dental Floorplans for Control: The Overlooked Design Choices That Shape Your Startup's Success
Your floorplan isn’t just walls and cabinets—it’s a blueprint for profitability or chaos. In this episode, Stephen reveals how smart design can supercharge production, improve case acceptance, and keep your team and patients flowing like a dream..png)
Your First 90 Days of Ownership: Fast Starts, Leadership, and Patient Flow
In this episode of The Startup Dentist, I, Steven Trotter, delve into the critical first 90 days of owning your dental practice. Drawing from my extensive experience with over 800 successful startups, I discuss the essential elements of leadership, patient flow, and establishing a strong foundation for your practice's success. Joining me is Stacy Peters from the Ideal Practices team, who shares her insights on building a positive team culture and nailing the patient experience. We emphasize the importance of taking proactive steps to attract your first 100 patients without relying solely on marketing agencies. This episode is packed with practical strategies and real-world examples to help you navigate the emotional rollercoaster of startup ownership. Tune in for valuable takeaways that will set you up for long-term success in your dental career..png)