The Patient First Podcast with Dr. Bryan Laskin
The Patient First Podcast with Dr. Bryan Laskin
Quality of care matters. But convenience and comfort are what will bring patients to your office. Learn to thrive as a modern dental practice by embracing technology and putting patients first.
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The Patient First Podcast Episode 92: The New Alternative to "Watching" Cavities
Patients, how long should you wait to get a tooth filled? Dentists, how long should you wait before telling a patient they need a filling? The answer just might surprise everyone. In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I begin by going back to the basics to explain what dental decay is...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 91: How Generative AI Is Transforming Dentistry Today and Tomorrow
You've heard the hype about ChatGPT; now it's time to see how it can make your job as a dental professional or practice owner much easier. Artificial intelligence (A.I.), generative artificial intelligence in particular, is here to stay and it holds immense potential for the dental industry....  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 90: Ignoring This Could Cost Dentists $1 Million
Did you know that your patients' health information is being held hostage in a data prison? The conversation about Practice Management Systems (PMS) in dentistry has gotten stale. What's worse, most dentists today aren't aware that PMS systems that don't comply with recent legislation could leave...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 89: What Is Your Dental Team's Working Genius Type?
Your dental team is full of geniuses! So why doesn't it always feel that way? According to the book "The 6 Types of Working Genius" by Patrick Lencioni, there are different types of 'working genius,' and your dental team needs to have a healthy balance of all the types to function harmoniously....  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 88: We Need More Dentists Talking About This Right Now
There’s new legislation now in effect that affects all dentists and their patients in the United States. The problem? Virtually no one knows about it. I recently attended an event called “Datapalooza” where I gleaned a ton of compelling insights about the transfer of patient health data. This...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 87: Hate Flossing? You'll LOVE This!
Hate flossing? Then you're going to really enjoy learning about the best thing that could happen to teeth since the electric toothbrush. In this episode of the Patient First Podcast, I interview Eli Packouz, CEO and Co-Founder of Instafloss, the latest automatic flossing device that is here to...  Read More
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The Patient First Podcast Episode 86: How to Keep Your Patients Out of the Emergency Room
On average, a trip to the ER takes longer than 4 hours and costs over $1,000. In light of these numbers, dentists can and should do more to keep their patients out of the emergency room. This is especially true considering that patients who visit the ER with a dental emergency are later sent to...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 85: The Connection Between the Fear of CBCT and the Love of EBITDA
Why do so many dentists hesitate to invest in CBCT imaging? There's a fascinating connection between the dental industry's obsession with profitability and dentists' reluctance to adopt technology like CBCT scanners. I uncover that connection in this episode of The Patient First Podcast. As...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 84: 2022's Most Popular Episode: My 3 Biggest Mistakes in Dentistry
This record of my three biggest flub-ups in dentistry was apparently the hottest episode on my podcast in 2022. Why do we love to watch others fail? ?? These wild-but-true stories are pretty darn juicy, so I thought I’d share this again for new subscribers who might have missed this episode when...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 83: The Top 4 Tech Tools Dentistry Needs Right Now
This list of the top four technological advances in dentistry to keep an eye out for in 2023 just might surprise you… The dental industry as a whole is way behind the times when it comes to applied technology. When equipped with the right tools, however, dentists can empower their patients and...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 82: EVERYBODY Wins When We Take the Stress Out of Dentistry
  Did you know that dentistry is stressful for patients and providers alike? Dentistry ranks highly as one of the best jobs in the United States. But it could be the best career ever if it weren't for the anxiety that overshadows dental treatment experiences. In this episode of The Patient...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 81: Why and How This Podcast Is Changing for the Better
Do you have teeth?  Then this podcast is now for YOU. It’s been an immense joy to work on this podcast and help dental professionals learn how to put patients first. But vital feedback from dental patients has alerted me to the need to bring even more patients into the conversation. I’m thrilled...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 80: How to Hire the People You Need Despite the Workforce Shortage
More than 1 in 3 dentists today are currently struggling to hire and retain talented team members. I should know. I'm one of them. The dental industry is experiencing a very real and chronic shortage of hygienists and assistants. Dentists need to develop a holistic strategy that keeps their...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 79: What We MUST Start Changing About Dentistry
Did you know that there is a strong correlation between customer satisfaction and revenue growth? In Episode 79 of The Patient First Podcast, I review the results of a survey that reveals just how badly the business of dentistry is failing in comparison with other industries. The results also...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 78: The Surprising Reason Patients Aren't Coming to Your Dental Practice
Did you know that some 20–30% of your patients could be delaying dental treatment because your practice makes it too hard to book an appointment?  In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I share the fascinating results of a recent survey by Byte of over 1,100 dental patients and explain...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 77: Where Dentistry Is At Right Now and What That Means for You
The pandemic permanently changed dentistry as we know it. Those who believe the changes were only temporary are in for a rude awakening. In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I answer a question someone asked me about where dentistry is currently at in the stream of time.  I'm Dr. Bryan...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 76: The Most Important Thing Your Patients Expect from You
What matters most to your dental patients probably isn't what you think. But if you aren't meeting your patients' expectations, you're leaving money on the table.  In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, learn why the dental industry as a whole is behind the curve when it comes to customer...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 75: The Mindset Shift That Will Transform Your Dental Team
Are certain team members dragging down your dental practice? I know you feel frustrated and helpless, but there is a solution you can implement today to change things. Be warned: this solution will hit very close to home. In this thought-provoking episode of The Patient First Podcast, I challenge...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 74: Doing This Will Skyrocket Your Focus and Productivity
Wish you could focus better? As a busy dentist, it’s not easy to ignore the daily demands on your time. But in this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I show you how to increase your focus so that you can be more productive and get closer to achieving your goals. I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin, author...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 73: How Even the Busiest Dentists Can Reach Their Goals
The secret to reaching your long-term goals for your dental practice lies in the short-term decisions you make. In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I explain three simple steps that will help you set the right goals and stay on-track to meet them. I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin, author of “The...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 72: Why Great Dentists Fail Their Way to Success
How do you respond to failures as a dental clinician? Find out what it means to fail 'the right way' in this episode of The Patient First Podcast. I'm Dr. Bryan Laskin, author of "The Patient First Manifesto," and a dentist who's known plenty of failures and successes. Keep on pushing for...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 71: How to Love Being a Dentist
Already feeling burned out by your first few years of clinical dental practice? This is exactly what you need to hear. In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I share what I've learned from decades of experience in both patient-facing and non-clinical careers. I'm Dr. Bryan Laskin, author...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 70: STOP Marketing Your Dental Practice Like This
Dental practice marketing is broken. In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I explain what's wrong with modern dental practice marketing and introduce an alternative that actually works. I'm Dr. Bryan Laskin, author of "The Patient First Manifesto," and a dentist who believes that putting...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 69: Grow Your Practice Margin with This Ancient Advice
Grow Your Profit Margin with This Ancient Advice What's holding your dental practice back? In the words of famed stoic Marcus Aurelius, “what stands in the way becomes the way.” In this episode of The Patient First Podcast, I show you how to identify the obstacles in your practice and turn...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 68: How Sam Walton’s Idea Earned My Dental Practice Millions
 I’m Dr. Bryan Laskin, author of “The Patient First Manifesto,” and advocate for moving dentistry into the future. In this episode of the Patient First Podcast, I share the guiding principle I learned that helped my dental practice make millions. I also explain how it can guide your business...  Read More
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