Discover the psychological key that unlocks patient follow-through with the endowed progress effect—a powerful concept that transforms how dental professionals communicate about treatment plans. This game-changing approach doesn't require changing your fees, procedures, or recommendations—just the way you frame patient progress. Through a fascinating car wa ... Show More
Yesterday
You've Got Unscheduled Treatment. So Why Is Your Schedule Empty?
Your team looks slammed, the phones never stop, and patients keep checking in, yet production still feels soft. That disconnect is maddening, especially when you spot missed opportunities like unscheduled treatment that never gets followed up, overdue patients who quietly disappe ... Show More
11m 34s
Oct 26
Why Your Team Resists Every Change You Make
Your team isn’t rolling their eyes because they hate improvement. They’re rolling their eyes because they’ve been trained to believe the next “new system” won’t last. When we stack rules on top of rules without follow-through, we accidentally create change fatigue, drain morale, ... Show More
14m 12s
May 2025
Gratitude Is Clinical: Using Appreciation to Strengthen Teams, Patients, and Mental Health
In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley explore how gratitude isn’t just a feel-good concept, it’s a clinical tool for transforming your dental practice. They unpack the science and strategy behind expressing timely, specific appreciation, and how this simple h ... Show More
38m 51s
Jul 2024
What is success for a dental professional?
Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley, dentist coaches and speakers, discussed the concept of success in dentistry and beyond, emphasizing the importance of a balanced approach to professional success, prioritizing health, and practicing gratitude and resilience. They also sh ... Show More
44m 7s
Sep 2024
The Stress of Referrals in Dentistry
Dr. Martin Mendelson and Dr. Kyle Stanley discussed the importance of wellness in dental practice, focusing on improving communication, treatment planning, and documentation in patient referrals. They also emphasized the significance of building trust with patients, understanding ... Show More
47m 41s
Jul 2025
When You Feel Like Quitting Dentistry: What to Do First
In this episode, Dr. Martin Mendelssohn and Dr. Kyle Stanley dive into the emotional realities of burnout in dentistry and how to navigate them with intention. They explore the power of self-awareness, strategies for managing negative emotions, and practical ways to improve satis ... Show More
36m 4s
Apr 2025
Clear and Consistent: Mastering Communication in Dental Practice
In this episode, Dr. Kyle Stanley and Dr. Martin Mendelson dive into the power of clear and consistent communication in dentistry. 🦷💬 They discuss common pitfalls of verbal communication, the importance of documentation, and practical strategies like checklists and patient educ ... Show More
49m 58s
Jul 2025
The Top 2 Mindset Shifts to Beat Burnout in 2025
In this episode, Dr. Martin and Dr. Kyle unpack the mindset shifts that help combat burnout in dentistry. They explore how to break free from limiting beliefs and stress loops by using deliberate practice, resilience techniques, and continuous learning. Listeners are reminded tha ... Show More
33m 21s