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Is your dental practice stuck growing? It's not your dental skills holding you back, it's what's happening under the hood. RevUp shows you where you're losing patients and fixes it with proven systems, training and marketing that makes you money.
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Nick Fotache
Nick Fotache

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The first 30 to 60 seconds of a new patient call can shape how a patient feels about your practice and whether they want to book with you or call another dentist down the street.In this podcast episode, we analyze real dental phone calls and discuss common front desk mistakes, the importance of...  Read More
Patients are finding their next dentist on ChatGPT
Search is changing, and patients aren't finding dentists the way they used to. More and more patients are turning to AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini and Claude to look for a dentist.And if your practice isn't getting mentioned, you're losing patients to your competitors.So the obvious question is:...  Read More
When a new patient calls a dental practice asking about a procedure, they'll inevitably ask, "How much does it cost?" And that question can put your receptionist in a difficult spot.Usually, one of two things happens. The receptionist gives the price right away, and then the patient doesn't really...  Read More
Many dentists spend years building their dental practice without thinking much about what the business itself is actually worth. Then, as retirement or a potential sale gets closer, they start wondering what the practice is actually worth and how they can make it worth more. Some dentists think...  Read More
This is the first question most dentists face when they're ready to own a practice. Ask the ones who've already been through it, and you'll get two very different answers: half will tell you buying an existing practice was one of the best decisions they ever made. The other half swear by starting...  Read More
If you're a dentist who put money into creating an office that feels welcoming and modern, and you've hired a great team, but you're still not seeing the number of patients you feel like you should be seeing, you're probably going to look into how you can promote your dental clinic. You go online...  Read More
The phone rings, and a patient asks "how much does a crown cost?", and your receptionist gives them a number. There's a pause. A polite "okay, thanks, I'll think about it." They hang up. You never hear from them again. Here's the thing most practice owners get wrong about that moment: they assume...  Read More
Get more new patients by becoming the most trusted dentist in your area As a dentist, it's easy to waste a ton of money on the wrong things in hopes of making your dental practice attractive to new patients. A website redesign, paid social media ads, ceiling mounted TVs, etc.   But from a...  Read More
Most dentists approach marketing the same way: try a handful of strategies and hope something works. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. Maybe you ran Google Ads, invested in SEO, or gave your website a more modern look. Some of it probably worked, and your practice started showing up more...  Read More
Here's a number that should get every dental practice's attention: 20% is the percentage of patient appointments that get canceled. In an analysis of , one out of every five appointments got cancelled, and only about half of those canceled visits were ever rebooked.  Most practices respond by send...  Read More
Switching your practice management software is one of those decisions that's easy to put off. The current system isn't perfect but it mostly works, your team knows it, and the thought of migrating data, retraining staff, and living through a go-live week is enough to make most dentists just keep...  Read More
The Most Common Problems Dentists Have With Dental Imaging Software (And What To Watch For)
Missing X-rays, sensors that break mid-appointment, software that crashes after every update, support lines that put you on hold for 45 minutes. We went through hundreds of real dentist reviews to find out which imaging software problems keep coming up over and over again, and what to watch for...  Read More
What Your Practice Is Really Worth (And Why Most Dentists Get It Wrong)
You spend decades building something patients trust. A team and a schedule you're proud of. Then, when the time comes to think about what it's all worth, the number a buyer puts on the table can feel like it came from a different reality.That gap between what you expect and what a buyer will pay is...  Read More
The phone rings. A new patient is on the line with a toothache. They’re ready to book an appointment... but before they do, they ask the one question that stops so many calls in their tracks: “Do you take my insurance?” Most receptionists answer in one of two ways:             “Yes, we’re...  Read More
Is Your Dental Website Working For You or Against You? Thinking about revamping your dental website? Whether you're opening a brand-new practice or giving your current site a much-needed refresh, your online presence isn’t optional, it’s crucial. In today’s digital-first world, your website...  Read More
Too many dentists are confident their staff is excellent, believing there’s no way they would book fewer than 8 out of 10 patients calling. It’s a comforting thought, but here’s the reality: Based on our data, we can assure you that this is often far from the truth. In fact, we’ve received...  Read More
Trump’s Tariffs: A Threat to Your Dental Practice or a Hidden Opportunity?
There has been a lot of talk about how Trump’s tariffs could affect the dental industry, especially for practices in Canada. But is this something dentists should panic about? Or is there a hidden opportunity buried in all the uncertainty? In a recent webinar that we did, industry veterans Bill...  Read More
Why the Right Receptionist Matters You might be the best dentist in your area: delivering exceptional care, mastering complex procedures, but long before a patient ever sits in your chair, their experience is shaped by your front desk. Your receptionist is the first voice a patient hears, the...  Read More
How to DOUBLE Your New Patient Flow in 2025
If you're like most dentists, you've probably been told that the way to grow your practice is to do more marketing—more SEO, more social media, more flyers, maybe even a flashier website. And while those can help, they’re not the biggest opportunity you're missing. In fact, most practices...  Read More
AI Dental Receptionists - The Latest Grift Dental AI receptionists are everywhere right now. If you’re a dentist, I can almost guarantee that you’ve been hit up by multiple companies through email, phone calls, or ads, pitching their “revolutionary” AI receptionist that’s supposedly going to...  Read More
Canadian Dental Care Plan: Success or Failure?
The Canada Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is making waves across the dental industry. By providing more affordable dental care to many Canadians, it aims to expand access to much-needed treatments. But the CDCP has left many dental professionals asking questions: Is this good for my practice? How will it...  Read More
What do Dental Practice Buyers Look For?
  If you're thinking about selling your dental office in the next three to five years, you'll want to make sure you focus on the right things to increase its value. It's like getting a house ready to sell; some updates are more worthwhile than others.   Key Areas to Focus On: Patient Numbers and...  Read More
Managing Staff Challenges When Acquiring a Dental Practice
When dentists buy a dental practice, they not only face the daunting task of managing the financial aspects but also the complexities of handling a pre-existing team. The sale of a dental practice is often kept a secret from the staff to prevent them from leaving prematurely, which means the...  Read More
What to Look for When Hiring Dental Staff
In today's fast-paced dental industry, it's more important than ever to look beyond just the technical skills when hiring new staff. Let's dive deep into why personality, customer service skills, and aligning with the practice's vision are just as crucial as technical abilities. Hire for...  Read More
Are Financial Incentives for Staff a Good Idea?
In dental offices, using financial rewards to motivate staff can be quite beneficial. This strategy has led some practices to see great improvements, like getting more Google reviews or booking more treatments. However, if not handled carefully, this approach can cause problems, such as...  Read More
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