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Bulletproof Dental Practice

Dr. Peter Boulden & Dr. Craig Spodak
Dentistry
Dental Practice Management
Leadership
Bulletproof Summit
Real Estate
Patient Experience
Artificial Intelligence
Mental Health
Entrepreneurship
Dental Practice
Private Equity
Work-Life Balance
Dental Industry
Interest Rates
Goal Setting
Sleep
Bulletproof Dental Practice
Burnout
Nutrition
Marketing

A dental podcast about the business of dentistry, with practical advice on what it actually takes to grow a successful practice: marketing, patient enrollment, systems, team leadership, retention and referrals, and how to build wealth that doesn't depend on your clinical days. But a great practice is only half of it. This show is also about finding fulfillment in dentistry again, and having the ho... more

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Latest Episodes

Dentistry has sold practice owners a seductive dream: grind it out for a decade, build up a million-dollar practice, sell out to a broker or DSO, and ride off into the sunset with a life-changing check. But when you strip away the selling hype and lo... more

When Dr. Zachary Kingsberg first called the hotline (Episode 450), he said he'd only sell his five-practice group for a "stupid multiple" of 13x to 15x EBITDA. But after running the real math and realizing zero-interest-rate multiples are gone, Zach ... more

Dr. Richard Low started a podcast in his closet. Eight years later he was the CEO of 35 dental offices and the most miserable he had ever been. He walked away from eight figures to save his marriage and his mental health.

In this episode, Richard j... more

We got an email titled "Is Everything Going to Be Okay?"

A Navy veteran producing over $1M a year as an associate is three months from opening a $2.9M startup in a building he bought. $20K a month in debt. Seven ops, with plans for 14. And he's lyi... more

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Recent Guests

Zachary Kingsberg
My Story guest
Episode: Why a $15M Dental Group Owner Isn't Selling (And Why You Shouldn't Either)
Richard Low
Dentist, speaker, and author
Episode: Build a Practice You Don't Need to Escape | Dr. Richard Low
Dr. Todd Christensen
Caller, dentist from Minnesota who stumbled upon the podcast
Episode: Leaving the Chair Without Quitting
Cary Brown
Dentist featured in the My Story series; discusses marketing and practice updates
My Story series participant
Episode: Hotline Calls: When Is the Right Time to Sell?
Anna Schultz
Dentist who joined Bulletproof and led a major practice transformation
Schultz Center for Comprehensive Dentistry
Episode: You Don't Have to Do This Alone [Special Episode]
Angie Hu
Group practice owner in Boston discussing Bulletproof impact
Bulletproof Mastermind participant
Episode: You Don't Have to Do This Alone [Special Episode]
Alex Edgerly
General dentist, practice owner, joined Bulletproof Mastermind three years prior
Bulletproof Mastermind participant
Episode: You Don't Have to Do This Alone [Special Episode]
Andrew Nager
Dentist who joined Masterminds about three years ago
Bulletproof Mastermind participant
Episode: You Don't Have to Do This Alone [Special Episode]
Tanner Brown
Bulletproof member who shares personal journey in growth and community
Bulletproof Mastermind participant
Episode: You Don't Have to Do This Alone [Special Episode]

Hosts

Peter Boulden
Co-host and host of Bulletproof Dental Practice; affiliated with Bulletproof Dental Practice and related mastermind programs
Craig Spodak
Co-host and host; entrepreneur in dentistry; affiliated with Bulletproof Dental Practice and Spodak Dental Group

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 310 ratings
  • So much value

    Every episode I’ve listened to I’ve taken away solid actionable items to make myself or my practice better.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Student1111111
    United States4 months ago
  • Dentist

    Dr Craig your voice same Divid Weston in Bloomberg news

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Amman
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Loaded with great information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tstrazz2
    United Statesa year ago
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    As a practice owner, I can honestly say The Bulletproof Dental Practice pod is one of the most impactful resources out there. Every episode feels like a candid conversation with colleagues and mentors who understand the realities of building and scaling a modern dental practice—the business, the leadership, and the mindset behind it all.

    It’s inspiring, practical, and refreshingly real. I find myself taking notes after nearly every episode. Highly recommend for any dentist serious about growth ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrAnnaSchultzDMD
    United Statesa year ago
  • I love this podcast

    Peter and Craig have such great advice from years in this business. I learn something new every podcast. I am so grateful to you guys for not only elevating my practice but the whole profession.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrChriscat
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong community and leadership focus; informative and inspiring.
Helpful and actionable insights for growing a dental practice.
Mixed feedback on controversial topics in some episodes.
Authentic, candid conversations with practical takeaways.

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Associate to Owner: Burn the Boats
Q: What about other aspects like PPOs, debt, and the overall risk—how should I shape the business model to survive the startup period?
Keep PPOs flexible but avoid a drastic shift too early; maximize cash flow with aggressive yet prudent debt management, cost-segregation benefits, and building a data dashboard to monitor progress.
Associate to Owner: Burn the Boats
Q: When should I give notice to my associate job before going full-time with the startup?
Give six months' notice from the opening date to create a burn-the-boats commitment; treat it as a hard deadline to force progress and prevent lingering at the current job.
Cialdini's 7 Principles, Ranked for Dentists
Q: What are the seven Cialdini principles and which are most applicable to dentistry?
Reciprocity, liking, authority, social proof, unity, consistency, and scarcity all have clear applications in dentistry, with practical emphasis on tailoring presentations, building trust, and guiding patients toward committed decisions.
The AI Wake-Up Call for Dentists
Q: What distinguishes an AI agent from a chatbot for a dental practice?
An AI agent can perform actions and integrate with tools and data sources to complete tasks (like booking, emailing, or data analysis), whereas a chatbot typically provides responses and follows a decision tree.
The AI Wake-Up Call for Dentists
Q: What is the main goal of the AI workshop in the context of dental practices?
To move participants from understanding AI concepts to implementing practical, agentic AI that can automate day-to-day tasks, improve efficiency, and give clinicians back time while maintaining human-focused care.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bulletproof Dental Practice

What is Bulletproof Dental Practice about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two hosts in the dental practice space share practical, growth-oriented guidance for running and scaling a modern dental business. Episodes frequently cover leadership, culture, pricing, taking care of staff, marketing, and leveraging mastermind communities and summits to accelerate personal and practice growth. A standout is the recurring emphasis on real-world systems, peer learning, and authentic conversations over purely clinical topics, with frequent calls and guest appearances from practice owners, marketing experts, and AI enthusiasts. The show often blends tactical how-tos with mindset shifts, making it useful for owners seeking scalable models, improved leadership, and community-driven growth while staying focused on dentistry and ... more

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Recent guests on Bulletproof Dental Practice include:

1. Zachary Kingsberg
2. Richard Low
3. Dr. Todd Christensen
4. Cary Brown
5. Anna Schultz
6. Angie Hu
7. Alex Edgerly
8. Andrew Nager

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