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Dentistry Rising101 Dentistry in the UK, how's it different and how's it the same?Dr. Jaz Gulati, a dentist in London England and host of Protrusive Dental Podcast and author of a new online course on making splints joins Dr. Robin in this episode. They discuss how dentistry is different in the UK than it is here and how it is the same. It is a lively discussion I'm sure you'll enjoy.2021-06-1644 min
Dentistry Rising101 Dentistry in the UK, how's it different and how's it the same?Dr. Jaz Gulati, a dentist in London England and host of Protrusive Dental Podcast and author of a new online course on making splints joins Dr. Robin in this episode. They discuss how dentistry is different in the UK than it is here and how it is the same. It is a lively discussion I'm sure you'll enjoy. 2021-06-1644 minDentistry Rising099 Would you Buy This Practice?In this episode, Dr. Robin discusses a Newport Beach practice and analyzes what is good and not so good.2021-02-2310 min
Dentistry Rising099 Would you Buy This Practice?In this episode, Dr. Robin discusses a Newport Beach practice and analyzes what is good and not so good.2021-02-2310 minDentistry Rising098 Production v. Collections, what's what?Lot of times common dental management words are used interchangeably, when the terms don't mean the same at all. Listen to Dr. Robin explain!2021-02-1607 min
Dentistry Rising098 Production v. Collections, what's what?Lot of times common dental management words are used interchangeably, when the terms don't mean the same at all. Listen to Dr. Robin explain!2021-02-1607 min
Dentistry Rising097 Would You Buy This Practice? Case Study #3, OCDr. Bette Robin goes over a Orange County dental practice that could be a huge mistake for a buyer to purchase.2021-02-0116 min
Dentistry Rising097 Would You Buy This Practice? Case Study #3, OCDr. Bette Robin goes over a Orange County dental practice that could be a huge mistake for a buyer to purchase. 2021-02-0116 minDentistry Rising096 Case Study #2: Would You Buy This Practice?In analyzing this Inland Empire practice, Dr. Robin discusses why owning your own building can be a great asset. This case study format of review lets buyers understand how to determine quickly whether or not to proceed with a potential purchase.2021-01-1716 min
Dentistry Rising096 Would You Buy This Practice? Case Study #2In analyzing this Inland Empire practice, Dr. Robin discusses why owning your own building can be a great asset. This case study format of review lets buyers understand how to determine quickly whether or not to proceed with a potential purchase. 2021-01-1716 minDentistry Rising095 Would You Buy this Practice? Dr. Bette Robin DDS JDDr. Robin goes over information and her thinking about a specific dental practice, in a case study format, so you can understand the process of price setting and decide whether it is practice you would want to buy.2021-01-1027 min
Dentistry Rising095 Would You Buy this Practice? Case Study #1, IEDr. Robin goes over information and her thinking about a specific dental practice, in a case study format, so you can understand the process of price setting and decide whether it is practice you would want to buy.2021-01-1027 min
Dentistry Rising094 The Power of SilenceThis episode talks about how powerful silence can be in selling a treatment plan. 2020-08-2408 min
Dentistry Rising093 Top 10 Financial Mistakes Dentists Make, Straight Talk with Dr. RobinDentists tend to make the same financial mistakes as each other. Listen to what these mistakes are and how to avoid them!2020-08-1723 min
Dentistry Rising092 What's on your mind? With Dr. Bette RobinIn this episode, Dr. Bette Robin answers some of the questions doctors have asked her since returning to work - lots of new issues coming up these days!2020-08-0910 minDentistry RisingWhat's on your mind? With Dr. Bette RobinIn this episode, Dr. Bette Robin answers some of the questions doctors have asked her since returning to work - lots of new issues coming up these days!2020-08-0910 min
Dentistry Rising091 Going Back to Work! with Dr. GreenwayWhat is it really like going back to work after Covid? We all have made a lot of modifications in our businesses, as have staff and patients. Listen to one dentist's experience navigating Covid and re-opening his offices. 2020-06-1851 minDentistry Rising090 It's good to be a Dentist these days! Dr. Robin's Straight TalkWe are so lucky to be dentists, where we are and what may change2020-05-2011 min
Dentistry Rising090 It's good to be a Dentist these days! Dr. Robin's Straight TalkWe are so lucky to be dentists, where we are and what may change. 2020-05-2011 min
Dentistry Rising89 Dr. Rella Christensen on Infection Control and PPEDr. Rella Christensen, PhD joined me on this very timely episode, discussing personal protective equipment and infection control for dentists. 2020-04-301h 18
Dentistry Rising88 How to come back stronger than ever, with Teri McAlvineyDental management consultant Teri McAlviney joins me on this episode with lots of ideas on what dental offices can be doing now to come back stronger than ever.2020-04-301h 05
Dentistry Rising87 Business Insurance and Practice Transition Concerns, Amy Borden Esq.In this episode, Dental Attorney Amy Borden, Esq. joins me and discusses dental transitions and dentist's insurance coverage and concerns. 2020-04-2026 min
Dentistry Rising086 PPP and SBA loan questions answered, with Drew Hinrichs CPAMost of us understand the basics of these new loans, but that doesn't mean it is easy to apply for them or understand them. Drew Hinrichs CPA of Engage Advisors goes over some specific loan points with us in this podcast. 2020-04-1333 min
Dentistry Rising85 Employment Laws - more confusing and important than ever! with Anita York, Esq.If you thought employment laws were confusing before, now they really are! In this episode, employment attorney Anita York Esq. fills us in on important changes and issues you definitely need to know!2020-04-0850 min
Dentistry Rising84 Howard Farran tells us what he thinks dentists should do now.The dental business guru, Howard Farran, tells us what he thinks new dentists and all dentists should do when they are able to get back in their practice. He see it all, and shares some great insight with us. 2020-04-041h 02
Dentistry Rising83 How dentists can make decisions about their practice with Paul YuanPaul Yuan, a dental management consultant, shares with us how dentists can make intelligent and informed decisions about their practices in this time.2020-04-0234 min
Dentistry Rising082 Lendeavor's response in this time of crisis, with Bill MurrayBill Murray, the national sales manager for Lendeavor, one of the largest dental lenders, lets me know how they are helping borrowers through this time of crisis. 2020-03-3033 min
Dentistry Rising081 The Poetic Mindset, with Megan Robin, Esq.My daughter, Megan Robin, Esq. has a new podcast, Poetic Mindset, which can help many deal with life especially during this trying time. 2020-03-2827 min
Dentistry Rising80 A CPA's thoughts on Your Money and Practice Now, with Fazel Mostashari CPAWe are living in a crisis, and most dentists are having severe cash flow problems. What does a Dental CPA think dentists should do? Listen and find out!2020-03-2644 min
Dentistry Rising79 The Emperor Has No Clothes! with Dr. Lane OchiDr. Lane Ochi joins Dr. Bette Robin in this week's guest episode. Dr. Ochi practices where many want to be - Beverly Hills, CA. He made a bold choice right out of dental school to practice at the very highest level and tells us why and how he did it. 2020-03-2338 min
Dentistry Rising78 Teledentistry! Could it help you now? Dr. Arash HakhamianNow more than ever you want to explore different ways of staying in touch with your patients and helping them when they need it - in the safest way possible. Could Teledentistry work for you? Listen and find out!2020-03-2027 min
Dentistry Rising77 The Hygienists Talk! What do they really think?In this episode, Dr. Mostofi's hygienists talk to me - again with the door closed - about what makes their work environment fun and productive. 2020-03-1218 min
Dentistry Rising76 The Door is Closed! What staff has to say, with Dr. Mostofi's staffWhat do staff really think? For the first time ever, I'm allowed to talk and record staff without the doctor present. Dr. Mostofi is brave! Listen to what the staff have to say and how they manage to get along and thrive. 2020-03-0522 min
Dentistry Rising75 Team! Dr. Mostofi has conquered the hardest part of private practiceMy guest this week is Dr. Michael Mostofi from Orange County, California. He has conquered the aspect of private practice almost every doctor finds the hardest - the staff. Listen to how he did it. 2020-03-0235 min
Dentistry Rising74 Ten Reasons Practices FailDuring this week's Straight Talk Episode, Dr. Robin goes through her list of what she thinks are reasons practices fail, or don't do as well as expected. 2020-02-2625 min
Dentistry Rising073 Why every dollar you earn should be working hard for you, with Dr. Joe VarnoDr. Joe Varno is a Minnesota dentist who had to sell his practice and go out on disability. He was shocked by his disability policy and the money issues that soon came up. But, he finally figured things out and he shares his secrets with us in this podcast episode.2020-02-2437 min
Dentistry Rising072 The importance of a financial plan, with Dr. Yuval Bar-Or, PhDSo many doctors fail to plan adequately for their retirement and their families. Dr. Bar-Or discusses the importance of planning and a method to get there. 2020-02-1742 min
Dentistry Rising070 Brett Gilliland with Elite EntrepreneursBrett Gilliland from Elite Entrepreneurs talks about how to grow your practice from one million to many millions by becoming a true CEO of your business. 2020-02-1027 min
Dentistry Rising069 You Asked, I answer! Dr. Robin's Straight TalkIn this episode, Dr. Bette Robin answers questions she's been asked during the last month.2020-02-0611 min
Dentistry Rising068 The First Six Months of Practice Ownership with Dr. EbrahimiHe's back! In this episode we follow up with Dr. Ebrahimi as to his experience with new practice ownership. In episode #50, Dr. Ebrahimi talked about what the first two weeks of ownership was like - and now we catch up with him after six months. This is a great listen for all those dentists thinking of buying a practice!2020-02-0336 min
Dentistry Rising067 Where Are You, exactly? Dr. Robin's Straight TalkIt is important to figure out where you are - exactly - with debt before you can make a plan to conquer it. Lets get it done!2020-01-3006 min
Dentistry Rising066 How Digital Marketing can help your practice with Michael KuzmaDigital marketing can make a substantial impact on your dental practice. Listen to how with Michael Kuzma from UAscend, Inc. 2020-01-2740 min
Dentistry Rising065 The "Laundry List" Dr. Robin's Straight TalkIn this Straight Talk Episode, Dr. Bette Robin goes over additional things you should look for in a practice you are considering purchasing. 2020-01-2109 min
Dentistry Rising064 The Lending Process with Bank of America's Justin KlingshirnIn this episode, Bank of America's southern California's vice president of finance, Justin Klingshirn, joins Dr. Better Robin to discuss the lending process.2020-01-1330 min
Dentistry Rising063 TOP 3 THINGS to look at when buying a practice. Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #31In this Straight Talk episode, Dr. Bette Robin will go through the Top 3 Things she thinks you should pay the most attention to when considering a practice for purchase. 2020-01-1011 min
Dentistry Rising062 How to Get DEBT FREE with Dr. Jeff AnzaloneDebt can be a strangling noose, robbing you of peace and freedom and even affect your mood and decisions. Dr. Jeff Anzalone will tell how he got out of a large student loan debt and how you can too!2020-01-0636 min
Dentistry Rising061 Benefits of Using a Dental AnesthesiologistThis week, I talk to Dr. Elmasri about how many practices can benefit from using dental anesthesiologists.2019-12-0223 min
Dentistry Rising060 How to Succeed and Prosper in Dentistry with Dr. Kianor ShahDr. Kianor Shah has become remarkably successful in dentistry and as an entrepreneur. He shares his insights with us on this podcast. He owns a private practice with his wife in Palm Desert, CA and also works as a traveling implantologist to more than 300 offices. Dr. Shah tried the multiple practice model and successfully sold the group but went back to his passion of direct patient care. 2019-11-2042 min
Dentistry Rising059 The Road to Practice Ownership with Fazel Mostashari CPAFazel Mostashari CPA has personal experience finding and buying a dental practice with his dentist-wife, which sparked his interest in helping other dentists. He now applies extensive financial background to help other dentists make good financial decisions during and after practice acquisitions. 2019-11-1151 minDentistry Rising058 Sale of a large group practice - how to exit richDr. Jerry Lanier sold his large pediatric group practice and truly exited rich. He talks about his journey in this podcast and what we can all do to learn from it.2019-10-2857 min
Dentistry Rising057 The Importance of Reports! What you need to look at - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #30In this Straight Talk episode, Dr. Bette Robin goes through some of the practice management reports every doctor should be looking at to effectively manage their practice.2019-10-1421 min
Dentistry Rising056 Practice CFO with Drew Phillips CPAThis week Drew Phillips, CPA from Practice CFO joined me and we discussed the importance of buyer due diligence and points every buyer should remember.2019-10-1135 min
Dentistry Rising055 Practice Transitions with Lee MaddoxThis week, Dr. Lee Maddox DDS Esq. joined me and gave information on how to transition in practices!2019-09-3059 min
Dentistry Rising054 Success in Private Practice with Dr. Rachel Fine, DMDThis week, I spoke to Dr. Rachel Fine and we talked about how to succeed in the private practice world.2019-09-2332 min
Dentistry Rising053 R-E-S-P-E-C-T Your Patients, The Answer to True Success - Dr Robin's Straight Talk #29Respecting your patients is so important and I think it's the answer to true success!2019-09-1706 min
Dentistry Rising052 Advantages of Using a Small Bank Lender with Howard E. BolesIn this podcast Howard Boles tells us the options and advantages of using a Small Bank Lender 2019-09-0924 min
Dentistry Rising051 How Your Tax Return Should Correlate with Other Practice DocumentsDo YOU know how your tax return should correlate with other practice documents? Listen to this episode to find out now!2019-08-2610 min
Dentistry Rising050 Inside Scoop on the First 2 Weeks Purchasing a Practice with Dr. EbrahimiIn this episode I spoke to Dr. Ebrahimi where he told me what his first two weeks have looked like when buying a practice, I hope to follow him through the process so you can continue to get the inside scoop!2019-08-1945 min
Dentistry Rising049 Final Pay the Right Way! - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #28Are you paying your employees the right way? This is a common mistake to be sure to listen!2019-08-1208 min
Dentistry Rising048 Seven Day Dental with Dr. Chuck LeThis week the Owner and Founder of Seven Day Dental joined me! This is one that you will not want to miss out on2019-08-0735 min
Dentistry Rising047 Show Me the Money, Honey - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #27 No, everything isn’t about money – but in my opinion, work is! I think work isn’t your life, but instead, funds your life.2019-07-2909 min
Dentistry Rising046 The Most Important 12 Things to Cover in the Purchase and Sale Agreement - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #26Do you want to know the top 12 most important things that should be covered in the purchase and sale agreement? Listen to Dr. Robin's easy formula! 2019-07-2330 min
Dentistry Rising045 How to Make a Successful Practice Purchase Dr. Dana Rockey, DMD045 How to Make a Successful Practice Purchase Dr. Dana Rockey, DMDHow Dr. Rockey has been successful in multiple different practices.2019-07-1538 min
Dentistry Rising044 Your Questions, Answered - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #25I value all of your questions and love that you all like to ask them, I took this week to focus on a few that a lot of people had in common.2019-07-0924 min
Dentistry Rising043 The Elephant in the Room - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #24Practice purchase mistakes and what to do! 2019-06-2820 min
Dentistry Rising042 Consult Your Way to Success with Debbie CastagnaDebbie Castagna joined me on my podcast, make sure to tune in!2019-06-2441 min
Dentistry Rising041 3 Ways to Produce 20% More NOW! - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #23Producing more in your practice is very do-able and really isn’t a mystery. This stuff is kind of basic, but many of you never learned it and lots of you are telling me you want more help with your practice, so I’m going to try to help. I absolutely do think many of you can produce at least 20% by these simple tips2019-06-1706 min
Dentistry Rising040 How to Live a Long and Healthy Life with Gordon GunnDr. Gordon Gunn, MD joined me on this podcast episode and tells us his secrets on how to live a long and healthy life! 2019-06-1058 min
Dentistry Rising039 What's Next? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #22Find out what the next chapter holds for Dentistry Rising2019-06-0704 min
Dentistry Rising038 How to Get Treatment Accepted Part 3 - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #21This is the last part if the "How to Get Treatment Accepted" Series, enjoy!2019-06-0311 min
Dentistry Rising037 How to Get Treatment Accepted Part 2 - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #20This is part 2 of 3 of How To Get Your Treatment Accepted. 2019-05-3010 min
Dentistry Rising036 How to Get Patients to Accept Treatment, 1 - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #19In this episode, Dr. Bette Robin will break down how to look like a million dollars while at your practice and why it is important. 2019-05-2713 min
Dentistry Rising035 What is Sexual Harassment - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #18Sexual Harassment isn't something that should be taken lightly, listen in to hear about this topic in the workplace. 2019-05-2307 min
Dentistry Rising034 Conversation about Leases - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #17My assistant Skye had questions for me today about leases, tune in to find out the answers to her questions.2019-05-2011 min
Dentistry Rising033 What You Should be Looking For In a Practice You Want to Consider Purchasing - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #16In this podcast, Dr. Robin will tell you what you should be looking for in a practice that you are considering buying. 2019-05-1607 min
Dentistry Rising032 Don't Sign a Lousy Lease Dr Robins Straight Talk #15Leases can be confusing with a lot of legal mumbo jumbo. Listen to this podcast to make sure YOU don't sign a lousy lease. 2019-05-0911 min
Dentistry Rising031 Prosthodontic Innovation and Disruption with David Guichet DDSDr. David Guichet tells us about recent advancements in the Prosthodontics field and how patients can benefit from it. 2019-05-0652 min
Dentistry Rising030 Compensation and Overtime - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #142019-05-0209 min
Dentistry Rising029 Endodontic Empire with Dr. DeLeon DDS, MSDr. DeLeon tells us about his journey of opening multiple endodontist practices in the Inland Empire2019-04-2922 min
Dentistry Rising028 Independent Contractor or Employee? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #13This is something you need to pay attention to, in my opinion. Just looking out for you!2019-04-2510 min
Dentistry Rising027 The Benefits of Beautiful Custom Lab Work with Michael RusznakMichael Rusznak tells us about all of the custom lab work that he has done! 2019-04-2233 min
Dentistry Rising026 The Secret to Success is a Morning Routine - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #13Dr. Bette Robin will share with you why having a morning routine is so important. She will also tell you what her morning routine is so take notes! 2019-04-1808 min
Dentistry Rising025 Get Where You Want To Be QUICK! with David OrrDavid Orr joined Dr. Bette Robin in this episode where David Orr tells us how to get to where we want to be quick. 2019-04-1556 min
Dentistry Rising024 The Depreciation Schedule - Uh, The What? Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #11, Tax Return ContinuedIn this episode, Dr. Bette Robin will be clarifying what the Depreciation Schedule is and why it is so important for you to know! 2019-04-1106 min
Dentistry Rising023 How a Dental CPA Can Help You Save Money, Cuong Le, CPAWhy a dental CPA really matters! 2019-04-0858 min
Dentistry Rising022 Prof. Bldg or Shopping Center, Types of Leases - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #10I will be discussing the pros and cons of both professional buildings and a shopping center for your practice, as well as the different types of leases.2019-04-0412 min
Dentistry Rising021 Practice Transition Issues, Cecilia Chen Esq.Ms. Cecilia Chen, Esq. and Dr. Bette Robin enjoy coffee and talking about the dental practice sale and transition field of legal practice. 2019-04-0132 min
Dentistry Rising020 More on Your Tax Return - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #9In last weeks Straight Talk Episode Dr. Robin gave tips on how to check specific areas of your tax return and in this episode she will go over even more. 2019-03-2810 min
Dentistry Rising019 Putting the Patient First Works Every Time! Dr. Eric Kim MD, DDS, FACS Oral Surgeon Dr. Eric Kim, MD, DDS and Dr. Bette Robin discuss Dr. Kim's journey to become an oral surgeon and his commitment to putting his patients first. 2019-03-2546 min
Dentistry Rising018 The Most Important Document: The Tax Return - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #8Dr. Bette Robin will be walking you through how to properly go over your tax return. 2019-03-2109 min
Dentistry Rising017 Simple Steps to Understanding Your Computer Network, David ShayDavid Shay started Active IT Solutions in 2003 and since then has grown a thriving IT Practice servicing Medical and Dental professionals across Southern California.2019-03-1825 min
Dentistry Rising016 Is There Such Thing as Good Debt? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #7Do you think there is such thing as good debt? Find out if Dr. Robin thinks that there is such thing. 2019-03-1406 min
Dentistry Rising015 A Man Who Does It All! Dr. Chester Jeng DDS, JDDr. Chester Jeng and Dr. Robin discuss Dr. Jeng’s rise from humble beginnings to incredible success, as well as his opinion on the current professional school tuition and his thoughts on avenues students may want to consider.2019-03-1149 min
Dentistry Rising014 What's On Your Billboard? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #6Live without Debt! 2019-03-0705 min
Dentistry Rising013 Make Money with Multiple Practice Ownership, Dr. Kurt Greenway, DDSDr. Kurt Greenway owns a small group in Southern California, consisting of four practices. Listen to his pros and cons of multiple practice ownership to see if it is for you!2019-03-0444 min
Dentistry Rising012 STOP! Do You Really Want to Buy that Practice? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #5Let me help you decide if you really want to buy the practice you're thinking about2019-02-2810 min
Dentistry Rising011 Smuggled Out of Iran Into Success, Dr. Younes Safa, DDS EndodontistDr. Safa says he constantly strives for the best and he says for him, endo was love at first sight! The struggles he encountered while immigrating to the United States and obtaining his education are absolutely riveting. 2019-02-2552 min
Dentistry Rising010 Paying a Dental Associate - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #4How much should a dental practice associate be paid?2019-02-2110 min
Dentistry Rising008 Ready to Hire an Associate? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #3How to know if you are ready to hire an associate2019-02-1508 min
Dentistry Rising006 Considering a Consultant? - Dr. Robin's Straight Talk #2How to know if you should work with a dental practice management consultant2019-02-0711 min