On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with longtime friend and dental sleep medicine expert Dr. Erin Elliott. Broadcasting from Thrive Live in Las Vegas, the two dive into a lively and powerful discussion about the lesser-known signs of sleep apnea, particularly in young, fit women. Dr. Elliott shares how anatomical and physiological factors—like a scalloped tongue or early morning wake-ups—often point to overlooked sleep disorders that dentists are uniquely positioned to detect.

They also discuss the emotional impact of restoring quality sleep to patients and families, how dental professionals can start screening today, and why “mild” sleep apnea isn’t mild at all. Plus, you’ll hear about Erin’s passion for pickleball, her love for clinical practice, and why she’s not planning to slow down anytime soon.

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• https://www.truedentalsuccess.com
• Dental Success Network
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On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down at Thrive Live with Doug Fettig, CPA, MBA, and dental business advisor, for a deep and dynamic conversation on leadership, joy, and what it really means to run a successful dental practice. Doug brings energy and perspective to the challenges facing dentists today, from burnout and depression to poor delegation and leadership struggles.

They discuss why so many dentists are trapped in the “Eeyore” mindset, how to break free by embracing abundant thinking, and why hiring the right office manager can transform your business and your life. Doug explains why outsourcing everything but leadership and clinical work is essential, and how to avoid confusing abdication with effective delegation. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your practice or unsure of how to lead, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

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EPISODE RESOURCES

• https://www.gradyhealth.org
• https://www.truedentalsuccess.com
• Dental Success Network
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On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Dr. Bill Keith and Powervox co-founders Brian Wright and Paul Gregory to explore how AI is transforming patient communication in dental practices. They dive into the creation and impact of “Abby,” Powervox’s AI receptionist designed to handle after-hours and overflow calls. Dr. Keith shares how Abby has already added tangible ROI by capturing new patient appointments that would have been missed otherwise.

The team discusses the importance of direct PMS integration, Abby’s ability to respond empathetically, and their plans to expand into chat and text-based communication. Whether you're curious about cutting overhead or enhancing patient experience, this conversation lays out the future of front office automation in dentistry.

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EPISODE RESOURCES

• https://dental.powervox.com
• https://www.truedentalsuccess.com
• Dental Success Network
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