Episodios

  • The High-Value Dentistry Growth Plan

    The High-Value Dentistry Growth Plan
    Apr 8 2026
    Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah break down the High Value Dentistry Growth Plan - why discounting destroys trust, how to attract implant and cosmetic patients through SEO, and why call training is the most overlooked growth lever. Plus, a clinical tip from Dr. Nick Sharma: why every child should see a dentist by age one. Ready to grow your practice? Book a complimentary Marketing Strategy Meeting: ekwa.com/td Get personalized coaching with Gary: thrivingdentist.com/csm
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    51 m
  • Building a Prevention-Based Practice that Patients Trust

    Building a Prevention-Based Practice that Patients Trust
    Apr 1 2026
    In this episode, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah make the case for prevention-based dentistry - and give you the tools to build it. From CAMBRA and AI diagnosis tools to six digital photos and hygiene systems, this is a practical roadmap for building a practice that patients trust. Plus, Naren's marketing tip on why SEO patients spend 6x longer on your website than ad patients - and what that means for your marketing spend.
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    41 m
  • Stop Losing Potential New Patients to Missed Calls

    Stop Losing Potential New Patients to Missed Calls
    Mar 25 2026
    In this episode, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah expose one of the most overlooked revenue leaks in dental practices: missed calls and poor phone conversion. They share real data, conversion benchmarks, and proven strategies to help your team turn more phone calls into booked appointments. Plus, catch a clinical tip from Dr. Howard Ochs on the fastest way to clear and fill implant access channels - a two-second technique that saves significant chair time.
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    37 m
  • Reducing No-Shows for High-Value Dentistry

    Reducing No-Shows for High-Value Dentistry
    Mar 18 2026
    In this episode of The Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah share practical ways to reduce no-shows for high-value dentistry like implants, Invisalign, and sedation cases. You'll learn why patients skip these appointments and how to fix it by building desire, asking for full payment upfront, using strong confirmation systems, and training your team to support the process. Plus, hear a powerful marketing tip on Google EEAT and why it matters for your practice's online visibility. Don't miss this value-packed episode!
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    44 m
  • Revenue Cycle Mastery for Dentists

    Revenue Cycle Mastery for Dentists
    Mar 11 2026
    In this episode, Gary and Naren talk about how to take control of your practice's money with something called revenue cycle management. They explain simple ways to get paid on time, avoid billing surprises, and keep patients happy. Plus, Dr. Andrew Adly shares a smart tip to save a crown when the buildup breaks. If you want less stress and more profit, this episode is for you!
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    48 m
  • Recommendations to Effectively Schedule Patients with Uncompleted Treatment Plans

    Recommendations to Effectively Schedule Patients with Uncompleted Treatment Plans
    Mar 4 2026
    In this episode of The Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah tackle one of the biggest hidden profit leaks in dentistry. Unscheduled treatment plans. They explain why many dental practices have thousands of patients in their database but only a small number who move forward with recommended care. You will learn why patients say no to treatment, how to create real interest instead of pushing solutions, and why showing clear photos can increase case acceptance. Gary shares simple text message scripts that work better than phone calls, how far back you should go when following up on incomplete treatment, and why every practice needs a weekly system to track and schedule pending dentistry. If you want to increase treatment acceptance, boost production without adding more new patients, improve patient follow up, and build a stress free dental practice with strong systems, this episode gives you clear, practical steps you can use right away. For a complimentary Marketing Strategy Meeting visit ekwa.com/td and for a Coaching Session with Gary visit thrivingdentist.com/csm
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    45 m
  • How AI Is Changing How Patients Find Your Practice in 2026

    How AI Is Changing How Patients Find Your Practice in 2026
    Feb 25 2026
    In this episode of The Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah explain how AI is changing the way patients find and choose a dentist in 2026. They break down how Google AI, ChatGPT, Gemini, and AI Overviews now shape search results, and why dentists must show up in Google Maps, organic SEO, and AI generated answers to stay competitive. You will learn what EEAT means for your dental website, why expert written content builds trust, and how AI driven search impacts dental marketing strategy and online visibility. Gary also shares why tracking new patient calls is still the most important marketing metric, and how to measure real ROI instead of chasing rankings alone. If you want more new patients, stronger Google rankings, and a clear plan for AI powered dental marketing, this episode delivers practical guidance you can act on right away. For a complimentary Marketing Strategy Meeting visit ekwa.com/td and for a Coaching Session with Gary visit thrivingdentist.com/csm.
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    42 m
  • Why Good Dentists Avoid Hard Conversations?

    Why Good Dentists Avoid Hard Conversations?
    Feb 18 2026
    In this episode of The Thriving Dentist Show, Gary Takacs and Naren Arulrajah explore why many dentists avoid hard or "crucial" conversations—and how that avoidance can quietly limit practice growth, leadership effectiveness, and personal fulfillment. Gary breaks down how DISC personality styles and conflict avoidance are wired into many dentists, why behavioral mastery is just as critical as clinical excellence, and how reframing difficult conversations as acts of service can change everything. Listeners will gain practical insights into emotional intelligence, setting boundaries with patients and team members, and developing the communication skills necessary to help their practice—and themselves—reach their full potential.
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    38 m