Ascent Dental Radio is the official podcast of Ascent Dental Solutions. Discover how to balance the clinical aspects of healthcare with the business of healthcare. For more information, visit www.ascent-dental-solutions.com

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses the challenges dentists face in managing supplies and introduces Jordyn Levitas from Torch Dental, a procurement platform for dentists. They talk about how Torch Dental aims to provide fair and transparent pricing for dental supplies, simplifying the procurement process for dentists. They also discuss how Torch Dental can help both small and large dental practices by negotiating on behalf of thousands of dental offices to secure competitive pricing. Jordan explains that Torch Dental also solves other challenges in dental offices, such as ordering from multiple suppliers and managing invoices and payments. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E170: Jordyn Levitas - Torch Dental's Transparent Approach, Part 1

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin and Anna Ruch discuss Cherry, a buy now pay later payment solution for medical providers. They talk about the advantages of Cherry for dental and medical professionals, including high approval rates and low costs to the practice. They also discuss the onboarding process, which involves a simple underwriting process and a one-hour training session for office staff. Anna explains that patients can easily fill out the application themselves, and payments are processed through the patient&#39;s phone, eliminating the need for staff to handle credit cards. They also touch on the recourse for dissatisfied patients and provide information on how to sign up for Cherry&#39;s services. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E169: Can Cherry Financial Plans Help Dental Practices Increase Case Acceptance? Part 2

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In this podcast episode, Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses the balance between the clinical and business aspects of healthcare. He introduces Anna Ruch from Cherry Financial Plans, a buy now pay later payment option for medical providers. Anna explains how Cherry offers interest-free options for patients, ranging from three to 24 months, and discusses their system for collection and handling financial issues. She highlights Cherry&#39;s technology solution, low practice fees, and high approval rates. Dr. Coughlin expresses gratitude to Anna for her insights and concludes by thanking the podcast sponsors and looking forward to future episodes. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E168: Can Cherry Financial Plans Help Dental Practices Increase Case Acceptance? Part 1

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In this episode of Ascent Dental Radio, Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Mr. Myles Davis, CEO and owner of Infinity Growth Solutions, about his expertise in dental accounting and software solutions. They discuss the benefits of switching from cash basis to accrual basis accounting and the challenges of allocating payments in a DSO. Mr. Davis emphasizes the importance of having enterprise software systems and explains how his company assesses a client&#39;s needs and provides customized solutions. Listeners can contact Mr. Davis through his company&#39;s website, email, or phone number. Overall, this episode provides valuable insights into the business aspect of healthcare, particularly in the dental industry. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E167: Building a Strong Corporate Infrastructure for Your DSO with Myles Davis - Part 2

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In this episode of Ascent Dental Radio, Dr. Kevin Coughlin hosts special guest Mr. Myles Davis, an expert in accounting, software, and digital management for dental facilities. They discuss the intricacies of running a dental support organization (DSO) and the importance of building corporate infrastructure early on. Mr. Davis recommends accrual accounting for valuable insights and proper revenue and expense alignment. He also emphasizes the importance of aligning good systems with the right technology and bringing in-house a lot of corporate back-office work to increase the exit value of a DSO. Mr. Davis explains the concept of accrual accounting and why it is more beneficial than cash basis accounting. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E166: Building a Strong Corporate Infrastructure for Your DSO with Myles Davis - Part 1

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E165: Interview with Dr. Tom Orent - Part 2

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E164: Interview with Dr. Tom Orent - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Todd Watts, founder of PatientFi, a financing option for patients in the healthcare industry. They discuss what sets PatientFi apart from other finance companies, including its focus on healthcare and its unique platform with multiple lenders for prime and second look credit quality, as well as in-house financing for patients with no credit. PatientFi checks over 175 different variables to evaluate a patient&#39;s creditworthiness and offers a wide range of financing options, including 0% plans and custom plans for large dental practices. PatientFi also has a dedicated dispute team to ensure patient satisfaction. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E163: Dr. Ted Watts - Revolutionizing Healthcare Financing: The PatientFi Difference

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin interviews Todd Watts, founder of PatientFi, a patient financing and payment company. Watts explains how PatientFi offers a tailor-made solution for large dental practices and DSOs to help patients finance their treatments. PatientFi distinguishes itself from other financing companies by offering up to 100% approvals on their platform, with a multi-lender system that ensures patients can access credit even if they have lower credit quality. Watts also discusses the range of financing options that PatientFi offers to patients, including 0% interest plans for up to 24 months and fixed interest plans for up to 72 months. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E162: Dr. Ted Watts - Revolutionizing Dental Financing: PatientFi's Tailor-Made Solution

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS and Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet. Together they further discuss how the two companies recently partnered and integrate Artificial Intelligence technology into Dental practices to help with diagnoses and prognoses. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E161: Interview with Eric Giesecke and Wardah Inam - Part 2

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Eric Giesecke, CEO of Planet DDS and Wardah Inam, CEO of Overjet. Together they discuss how the two companies recently partnered and integrate Artificial Intelligence technology into Dental practices to help with diagnoses and prognoses. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E160: Interview with Eric Giesecke and Wardah Inam - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Ed Valaitis, the author of “Exit Like a Winner”. Ed is a Certified Business Intermediary at the company Edison Avenue. Together they further discuss how to best approach selling a dental practice and how to get the best return on investment. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E159: Interview with Ed Valaitis - Part 2

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Ed Valaitis, the author of “Exit Like a Winner”. Ed is a Certified Business Intermediary at the company Edison Avenue and offers his insight into how to best approach selling a dental practice and how to get the best return on investment. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E158: Interview with Ed Valaitis - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses how Dental Support Organizations and Managed Support Organizations can assist in selling a dental practice. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E157: Certified Business Intermediaries - Part 2

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses Certified Business Intermediaries, and the various options for selling a dental practice. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E156: Certified Business Intermediaries - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Chris Rom, CEO of MMG-Fusion, (Market Manage Grow) - a company that develops practice management software and other tools that assist with marketing, scheduling and growth for dental practices big or small. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E155: Interview with Chris Rom - Part 2

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Chris Rom, CEO of MMG-Fusion, (Market Manage Grow) - a web based software company that develops practice management software and other tools that help run a dental practice of any size. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

E154: Interview with Chris Rom - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Gordon Craig, CEO of <a href="http://sterngold.com/" rel="nofollow">SternGold</a> Dental, which has been around for 125 years serving the Dental Community. Together they further discuss the dental implant options and technologies that stern gold specializes in. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Gordon Craig, CEO of <a href="http://sterngold.com/">SternGold</a> Dental, which has been around for 125 years serving the Dental Community. Together they further discuss the dental implant options and technologies that stern gold specializes in.

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E153: Interview with Gordon Craig - Part 2

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Gordon Craig, CEO of <a href="http://sterngold.com/" rel="nofollow">SternGold</a> Dental, which has been around for 125 years serving the Dental Community. Together they discuss dental implants and other products and solutions that Stern Gold provides. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Dr. Kevin Coughlin is joined by Gordon Craig, CEO of <a href="http://sterngold.com/">SternGold</a> Dental, which has been around for 125 years serving the Dental Community. Together they discuss dental implants and other products and solutions that Stern Gold provides.

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E152: Interview with Gordon Craig - Part 1

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Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses fillers such hyaluronic acid, the benefits and drawbacks, and how to incorporate them into your dental practice. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses fillers such hyaluronic acid, the benefits and drawbacks, and how to incorporate them into your dental practice.

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E151: Dr. Kevin Coughlin discusses fillers