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The Orthopreneurs Podcast with Dr. Glenn KriegerThe Reason Your Orthodontic Practice Isn't Growing and What’s AheadAs an orthodontist, you’ve probably noticed the pinch—fewer patients starting treatment, more competition, and a general sense of unease about the future.It’s not just you; the entire industry is feeling it. But here’s the good news: history tells us that this won’t last forever.To understand what’s happening in our industry, I am joined by one of the most trusted experts in orthodontic practice transitions, Chris Bentson to discuss the current challenges facing orthodontists in this uncertain economic climate.Did you know that we’re currently experiencing a...2024-09-0345 min
The Golden Age of OrthodonticsThe Past, Present, and Future of OrthodonticsWe always look forward to conversations with Chris Bentson, Partner of Bentson Copple & Associates and President of the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation. In this episode, Chris delves into his past predictions while casting a visionary gaze into the future of the field. Throughout the episode, he illuminates the transformative impact of technology on orthodontic practices, stressing the paramount importance of embracing digital braces in today's landscape. Chris advocates for a forward-thinking approach, asserting that the future belongs to those willing to adapt. He confronts the reluctance of some older practitioners to embrace digital innovations, debunking notions of expense...2024-05-1535 min
The DOC PodcastJust What the Doctor Ordered (with Mari Sawtelle) [Ep.15]Don’t miss this conversation with the amazing Mari Sawtelle – founder of Mari’s List. In this episode you’ll learn:· The fascinating story of how Mari got started in the orthodontic industry.· When and how Mari’s List got started and how it has become a family affair.· How Mari’s List helped Dr. Mike have the lowest overhead of all the practices in the US that Chris Bentson valued in 2018.· The way Mari’s List saves you and your team time and stress by vetting companies on your behalf.· How to set...2023-08-241h 12
Hey Docs!The Future of Orthodontics | Chris Bentson Weighs InThis week Chris Bentson from Bentson Copple & Associates is joining me on the show!Chris has been working with orthodontists regarding the business aspects of their practices for over thirty years. He is a notorious name in ortho, and today he is here to talk to us about the future of our industry. Tune in as we dive into the numbers and talk about what a fiscally healthy practice might look like in the years to come. If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Review our...2023-03-3047 min
The Golden Age of OrthodonticsOur Top Talks | The Most Relevant Orthodontic Industry Topics From The Last YearOn today’s episode of The Golden Age of Orthodontics, co-hosts Dr. Leon Klempner and Amy Epstein, MBA, celebrate four years of their podcast with their listeners. They share clips of podcasts from those years and revisit the highlights of various episodes. Christopher Bentson, Suzanne Wilson, Dr. Sky Naslenas, Wes Lyon and Trey Lawrence are featured in this dynamic episode. A variety of relevant topics you will want to hear again are covered. At the end of this episode, there is a surprise announcement you won’t want to miss. IN THIS EPISODE: [00:56] Dr. Leon and Amy ref...2023-03-0224 min
WCB Newsline UnleashedWCB Newsline Readers’ Choice 2022 Virtual Award GalaReaders’ Choice Award 2022
Show notes by Heather Meares
Welcome to our 3rd Annual Virtual Readers’ Choice Award Gala! Join us as we read and discuss each of the four finalist articles from 2022.
Special thanks to Steve Pierce for being our reader and for all his editing expertise throughout the year, and to Viola Bentson, for hosting our Zoom event. In addition, as the editors, Reg and I would like to thank the entire Newsline and podcast committee by name: Beth Greenberg, Chris Coulter, Zack Hurtz, Marilee Richards, Linda Wilder, Viola Bentson, Lucash Uniack, and an honorable mention to Den...2022-12-1856 min
The Digital Orthodontist: Live!33: Corporate Orthodontics (Audio)Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We cover Corporate Ortho's most common criticisms and objections, continuity of care concerns, and typical misconceptions.
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Orthodontic Products PodcastAAO Winter Conference Takeaways With Dr. Ken Dillehay & Chris Bentsonorthodontic Products Chief Editor Alison Werner talks to AAO President Dr Ken Dillehay and Chris Bentson, president of Bentson Copple & Associates, about the recent AAO Winter Conference held in January. The first in-person AAO meeting since 2020! The conference was an opportunity for orthodontists at all stages of their career to not only gather information about how practice modalities are changing, but to ask questions of those peers who are leading the way. And this wasn’t a meeting purely focused on how OSOs are changing the practice landscape. It touched on how dual specialty practices—specifically pediatric denti...2022-03-0115 min
The MEDQOR Podcast NetworkAAO Winter Conference Takeaways With Dr. Ken Dillehay & Chris Bentsonorthodontic Products Chief Editor Alison Werner talks to AAO President Dr Ken Dillehay and Chris Bentson, president of Bentson Copple & Associates, about the recent AAO Winter Conference held in January. The first in-person AAO meeting since 2020! The conference was an opportunity for orthodontists at all stages of their career to not only gather information about how practice modalities are changing, but to ask questions of those peers who are leading the way. And this wasn’t a meeting purely focused on how OSOs are changing the practice landscape. It touched on how dual specialty practices—specifically pediatric dentistry and...2022-03-0115 minThe Digital Orthodontist: Live!33: Corporate Orthodontics (Video)Love it or hate it, Corporate Orthodontics is an increasingly common practice model for Orthodontists, so I joined founding orthodontists at Smile Docs (Dr. Scott Law), Orthodontic Partners (Dr. Jamie Reynolds), and Corus Orthodontists (Dr. Anil Idiculla), along with practice transition expert Chris Bentson, to discuss this very important topic. We cover Corporate Ortho's most common criticisms and objections, continuity of care concerns, and typical misconceptions.
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The Golden Age of OrthodonticsTalking About the Digital Future of Orthodontics With Chris Bentson of Bentson Copple & AssociatesOn this episode of People & Practice, Dr. Leon speaks with Chris Bentson, who is highly knowledgeable on the business side of orthodontics. Chris is partner at Bentson Copple & Associates, which serves the orthodontic community on best practices on running an orthodontic practice. Tune in to this episode, or watch now to learn more from Chris and Dr. Leon as they talk about what the future looks like for orthodontics! We cover important topics like: [03:00] Chris talks about where the investment venture capital money is in the orthodontic market [07:00] The importance of spending time investing in the digital technology...2022-01-2037 min
Get It Straight PodcastThe Get It Straight Podcast: Featuring Bentson Copple and AssociatesAs you may have noticed, we'ev undergone a bit of a makeover. Welcome to the Get It Straight Podcast! The same up to date info on the foremost orthos, just with a new name!
Today, we're happy to present our good friend, Chris Bentson, President of Bentson Copple and Associates. Watch above to hear about his journey in the field, as well as how he's adding value to the orthodontists in his network.2021-10-0227 min
The Golden Age of OrthodonticsTalking With Chris Bentson About What’s Next For Solo Orthodontic PracticesIn this 30 minute podcast we speak with Chris Bentson, a partner at Bentson Copple & Associates, a company that performs practice valuations, providing recruiting services, and negotiating transactions with both buyers and sellers. He also serves as Editor-in-Chief of the Bentson Copple reSource, a quarterly newsletter focused on the business aspects of running a successful orthodontic practice. Chris has consulted with a thousand orthodontic practices during his 30-year career. We speak with Chris about the changes brought about in the industry since the pandemic first shut down practices across the country last year. We also cover important topics...2021-03-1632 min
Aligner InsiderAI Ep. 86: Interview with Chris Bentson- Trends, Changes and Accelerants for the Orthodontist in 2021In this Aligner Insider Podcast, Episode #86, The Insider's Dr. Barry Glaser and Dean Steinman talk with Chris Bentson, Orthodontic Industry Guru, about the trends that are now taking full effect and making a difference in Orthodontic practices.2021-02-2333 min
The Brian Wright Show PodcastFuture Proofing your Practice with Guest Chris BentsonSend us a textwww.NewPatientGroup.com/Podcast. Chris Bentson joins us to discuss the future of growing practices as Covid-19 has changed the approach you must take. Invisalign, clear aligners, new patient virtual consults, growing revenue, cash flow and so much discussed in this great podcast for orthodontists, dentists and more! 2021-02-0139 minThe Digital Orthodontist: Live!15: 2020 - Year in ReviewFor the first time since April, The Digital Orthodontist: Live! is back with a special 2-hour holiday meet-up that will be released in two episodes. The first hour, “2020: A Year In Review” features special guests Dr. Jeannie Moody, Chris Bentson, and LeeAnn Peniche as we look back at one of the wildest years ever and discuss the highs and lows of 2020. I’m also joined by Dr. Alfred Griffin III, orthodontist and founder of our presenting sponsor, LightForce Orthodontics as he shares the experience of successfully growing an orthodontic startup during a global pandemic.
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The Golden Age of OrthodonticsBest of The Survival Guide for Orthodontists PodcastIn the past year and a half we have had over 10,000 downloads of our podcast. This month we are doing a “best of” episode where we feature a few highlights form our previous podcast episodes including great guests like Dr. Jonathan Nicozisis, of the Aligner Fellowship Institute; Landy Chase, president and CEO Ortho Yes; Mark van Weelde, Vice President of Global Sales and Marketing at Dental Marketing; Chris Bentson, a partner in Bentson Copple & Associates; and many more. For show notes & more: https://pplpractice.com/episode-18/2020-09-2231 min
Own Your Role with Dino WattThe Full Team Approach to Growing your Practice with Michelle ShimminMichelle Shimmin is an International lecturer, trainer and consultant who has been in the field of orthodontics since 1990, working as a Registered Dental Assistant, teaching orthodontic assisting, marketing, financials, treatment coordinating and practice management. She is an effective TC who led her office to Elite status while only seeing patients 2.5 days a week. This office is currently top 1%! Michelle travels the country and helps transform orthodontic offices on their systems to promote training, growth, and success through a comprehensive practice approach. She is now considered one of the most sought-after trainers with 60 lecture events a year, both domestic and i...2020-06-1851 minAligner InsiderAI Ep: 64- Financial Relief- What Are Your Options During COVID19 with Chris BentsonIn this very important Aligner Insider podcast, Episode #64- The Insiders, Dr. Barry Glaser and Dean Steinman along with special guest Chris Bentson talk about what are your options as far as getting financial and SBA Relief Through The CARES Act. Learn what you need to do and what is available from the government.2020-04-0234 minAligner InsiderAI Ep. 56: Buying & Selling an Orthodontic Practice w/ Chris Bentson of Bentson Copple & Assoc.On episode 56 of the Aligner Insider podcast, Dean and Dr. Barry interview Chris Bentson about buying and selling an orthodontic practice as well as the business of orthodontics.2020-01-1434 min
The Golden Age of OrthodonticsTalking with Chris BentsonWe speak with Chris Bentson, a partner in Bentson Copple & Associates, a company that offers transition, valuation and training services for the orthodontic industry, and the editor-in-chief of Bentson Copple reSource, a quarterly newsletter focused on the business aspects of running a successful orthodontic practice. In this podcast we address with Chris how orthodontists can take the disruption in the industry and use it to their advantage by offering the same convenience patients are seeking at mail order alignment companies but with the added value of a one-on-one, full consultation by a qualified doctor. The secret is to embrace...2019-09-0631 minAligner InsiderAI Ep 49: Interview with Chris Bentson, Partner at Bentson Copple & Associates.In this podcast, Dr. Barry Glaser and Dean Steinman and special guest Chris Bentson, Partner at Bentson Copple & Associates talk about the ever changing world of utilizing Aligners and digital Orthodontics in your practice.2019-04-2531 minThe Brian Wright Show PodcastThe Current State of Orthodontics - Remaining Bullish with Guest Chris BentsonSend us a textThe New Patient Group Podcast welcomes guest Chris Bentson to discuss the state of orthodontics, the private practice, DSOs and the recent lawsuit involving the Invisalign Stores. 2019-04-1937 min
The Digital Orthodontist: Live!04: Chris BentsonOn Episode 4 of The Digital Orthodontist: Live, my guest is a true expert in the field of Orthodontics, Chris Bentson. We discuss current trends in Orthodontics, what to expect over the next 5, 10, and 15 years, examples of ideal (and nightmare) senior doctors and associate doctors, lots of questions about DSOs, and what to consider if you’re getting out of residency in the next 6 months.
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Invisalign Ask the Expert Webinars - OrthoAsk the Expert - Increasing Invisalign® Treatment Utilization Gives Small-Town Practice New Lease on Life"How Invisalign® Treatment Helped Grow an Orthodontist’s Case Starts by 107%
Approaching retirement did not stop Dr. Tom Hartsock from reinventing his orthodontic practice into a sophisticated center for Invisalign® treatment. Join us for this live webinar where Dr. Hartsock will openly share how he leveraged Invisalign treatment to grow his practice in a relatively small community. Learn about the various challenges he encountered during this journey and how he adapted his approach in order to growth grow and differentiate himself from the competition.
In this webinar, Dr. Hartsock will talk about how he:
• Moved to Invisalign treatment as a primar...2019-01-041h 33Invisalign Ask the Expert Webinars - OrthoAsk the Expert: Changing Trends in Orthodontics and Why Aligner Therapy Fits Seamlessly into your PracticeWhether you’re a seasoned Invisalign user or a skeptic, if your mission is practice growth and higher profits, this presentation will offer real data and insights about how Invisalign clear aligner treatment can fit into your practice model. Join Chris Bentson, partner with Bentson Copple and Associates, LLC as he shares insights on current trends in the market and how Invisalign is positively affecting orthodontic practices throughout North America. Profitability data will be shared to show how clear aligner therapy is a profitable and viable option no matter what your practice size is. Still an Invisalign skeptic or want to...2017-09-071h 11
Elevate Orthodontics Podcast with Dr. Lance MillerEpisode 3: Chris BentsonChris Bentson has been working with orthodontists regarding the business aspects of their practices for over twenty-five years. He is currently President of Bentson Clark & Copple, LLC. Chris also serves as Editor-in-Chief of the...2017-02-1400 min