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Becker's Dental + DSO Review Podcast

Becker's Healthcare
Dental Industry
Artificial Intelligence
Patient Care
Healthcare Leadership
Technology In Dentistry
Dental Technology
Patient Experience
Dental Service Organizations
Access To Care
DSO
Medicaid
AI In Dentistry
Dental Education
Staffing Shortages
Oral Surgery
Dental Hygiene
Mentorship
Heartland Dental
Private Equity
Dental Support Organizations

Join our Becker's Healthcare team as we interview a variety or leaders across the dental and DSO space to learn best practices, share challenges and exchange ideas. Send future podcast guest recommendations to Laura Dyrda at ldyrda@beckershealthcare.com

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In this episode, Lori Hall, Vice President of Clinical Operations at Heartland Dental, discusses the ongoing hygiene staffing shortage, its impact on patient care and practice operations, and how flexible workforce solutions and proactive planning ar... more

In this episode, Anna Singh, Senior Vice President, Clinical Operations, Heartland Dental, discusses the evolving dental landscape, from workforce sustainability and organic growth to the role of AI, data, and technology in improving care delivery. S... more

In this episode, Dr. Robert Trager, Owner, Dentists for Airport Employees, shares insights from his 57 years as a solo practitioner, including the importance of patient relationships, navigating insurance challenges, and adapting to changes in dentis... more

In this episode, Costas Harris, Owner, Harris Dental, discusses the ongoing staffing challenges facing dental practices, the growing role of AI and new technologies in improving efficiency, and why independent practices will continue to play a vital ... more

Barry Lyon, Director of Provider Recruiting and Onboarding for Dental Care Alliance, shares his perspective on how AI, robotics, and regenerative dentistry are transforming patient care while discussing the workforce, financial, and public health cha... more

In this episode, Dr. Raihan Faroqui, MD, Vice President of Partnerships at Confido Health, sits down with Dr. AJ Acierno, Chief Dental Officer of Smile Brands and Co-Founder and CEO of Decision One Dental Partners, to discuss how AI is transforming d... more

In this episode, Curtis Swogger, Chief Executive Officer, North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery, discusses how AI is reshaping dental operations, why thoughtful implementation matters more than rapid adoption, and the importance of maintaining a people-first... more

In this episode, Bill Piskorowski, DDS, Associate Professor Emeritus of Clinical Dentistry, University Of Michigan School Of Dentistry, discusses advancing medical and dental integration, expanding access to care, and preparing the next generation of... more

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Anna Singh
Senior Vice President of Clinical Operations
Heartland Dental
Episode: The Leadership Strategies Driving Dentistry Forward with Anna Singh
Dr. Robert Trager
Dentist who owns a private practice at JFK Airport in New York City
Private practice, JFK Airport
Episode: 57 Years of Dentistry Lessons: Building a Patient-Centered Practice in a Changing Industry with Dr. Robert Trager
Costas Harris
Owner of Harris Dental; dentist practicing in Northern New Jersey
Harris Dental
Episode: Building Strong Dental Practices in a Changing Industry with Costas Harris
Barry Lyon
Director of Provider Recruiting and Onboarding at Dental Care Alliance
Dental Care Alliance
Episode: Why Technology Will Redefine Modern Dentistry with Barry Lyon
Dr. AJ Acierno
Chief Dental Officer of Smile Brands; co-founder and CEO of Decision One Dental Partners
Smile Brands; Decision One Dental Partners
Episode: The Next 15 Years of Dentistry: AI, Prevention, and the Future Patient Experience
Curtis Swogger
CEO of North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery
North Pittsburgh Oral Surgery
Episode: Curtis Swogger on AI, Leadership, and the Future of Oral Surgery
Dr. Bill Piskorowski
Associate Professor Emeritus of Clinical Dentistry, University of Michigan School of Dentistry; CEO of ACES Health
University of Michigan; ACES Health
Episode: Medical Dental Integration, AI and Expanding Access to Care with Bill Piskorowski, DDS
Peter Rivoli
Owner of Rivoli Dental and Rivoli Orthodontics in New York
Rivoli Dental/Rivoli Orthodontics
Episode: AI Adoption, Insurance Challenges and the Future of Independent Dentistry with Peter Rivoli
Stan Kinder
President of EverythingDSO and publisher of Dental Growth and Exit newsletter
EverythingDSO
Episode: The Next Phase of DSO Growth and AI in Dentistry with Stan Kinder

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Arianna Portolatin
Host of Becker's Dental and DSO Review Podcast, frequently covering dentistry trends, DSOs, and practice management.

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Bonnie Thompson, Chief Operating Officer of Forest Family Dentistry
Q: What will the most effective leaders need to be successful in the next two to three years?
Leaders must focus on strengthening their people, aligning flexible work arrangements with generational needs, and clearly communicating expectations to foster growth and retention.
Bonnie Thompson, Chief Operating Officer of Forest Family Dentistry
Q: What technology is being used at your practices and what's been most helpful?
Overjet AI for x-ray narration and patient education, automated insurance verification, and digital tools for scheduling and communication have been helpful, though not all tasks can be automated and human interaction remains essential.
Bonnie Thompson, Chief Operating Officer of Forest Family Dentistry
Q: What are the biggest issues you're following in the dental industry right now?
Insurance reimbursement challenges and rising costs are the dominant issues, with staffing pressures and the need to balance technology adoption with maintaining a patient-centered, compassionate approach.
Kenneth Nusbacher, DMD, MHA, Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs at the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and Assistant Chief Medical Officer for Ambulatory Dentistry at UK HealthCare
Q: What are some of the biggest issues you're following in the dental industry this year?
The main concerns include a widespread workforce shortage, stagnant or decreasing insurance reimbursements, and the burden of rising student loan debt for new graduates, all of which create recruitment and financial challenges across education and practice settings.
Building Strong Dental Practices in a Changing Industry with Costas Harris
Q: What will the most effective healthcare leaders need to be successful in the next two to three years?
They must acknowledge the staffing shortage, adopt AI and digital tools to sustain care quality, and restructure workflows so they can maintain high standards while remaining financially viable.

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Across recent episodes, the show concentrates on how dental practices and DSOs navigate operational efficiency, growth, and patient care in a rapidly evolving landscape. Key threads include lab management and procurement, AI and digital dentistry, sleep medicine, workforce and culture challenges, value-based care, and strategic leadership withinDSOs. Guests range from CEOs and procurement leaders to clinicians and educators, often discussing practical strategies for improving patient outcomes, reducing costs, and scaling dental organizations. A standout throughline is the emphasis on operational excellence—whether through AI tools, smarter supply chains, or better workforce culture—paired with a focus on the broader policy and market enviro... more

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