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Dental Unscripted | Getting into Ownership and Practice Management Insights

Michael Dinsio & Paula Quinn | Dental industry coaches & Education leaders
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Dental Practice Ownership
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Leadership
Dental Marketing
Front Office
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Job Descriptions
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The dental practice ownership podcast for dentists ready to start, buy, or grow their dental business. Mike Dinsio, MBA and Paula Quinn, BSDH have joined forces. Now combining past shows from "Startup Unscripted" and "Dental Acquisition Unscripted" into one. They bring 30+ years of dental industry experience together with a modern approach to "the business of dentistry." Each episode features unsc... more

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“You’re slammed three weeks out, your team’s running full speed, and there’s still no money in the account.” Dental practice profitability drops the moment you add a fourth clinical day without the patient flow to fill it. Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn... more

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"Your dental marketing strategy from 18 months ago is already outdated and it shifted again this week."

SPECIAL GUEST ON THIS EPISODE:

Guido Tebano — CMO, Market My Market

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Mike Dinsio and Guido Tebano break down why 2026–... more

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Most dental practice owners take home 30% and call that real profit, but if an associate can in and costs you the same percentage, the practice itself earned nothing.  Essentially you are breaking even! That's the math Omar Virjee runs with every one... more

Your dental team's burnout isn't about workload, it's about four leadership failures you can fix starting today. We break it down so that it makes perfect sense.

Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn explain why dental teams burn out. From tolerating unreliab... more

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Recent Guests

Guido Tebano
Chief marketing officer at Market My Market, a digital marketing company specializing in dental and veterinary practices
Market My Market
Episode: Growing a Dental Practice in the Age of AI Search and Apple Maps Ads
Stephanie Pearson
Co-founder of Pearson-Ravitz, part of Earned Wealth group
Pearson-Ravitz / Earned Wealth group
Episode: The 3 Insurance Policies Every Dental Practice Owner Needs: Disability, Business Overhead & Life Insurance EXPLAINED
Bert Smith
SVP of Healthcare Lending
Live Oak Bank
Episode: Dental Practice Finances: The SBA Express Loan That Funds $350K in 2 Weeks
Tyler Jones
Attorney specialized in dental practice acquisitions and startups
Helsell Fetterman
Episode: Setting Up a Dental Practice Entity: LLC/PLC, S-Corp & Tax Election Explained!
Caitlin Bryan
401(k) specialist from Cain Waters & Associates
Cain Waters & Associates
Episode: Dental Practice Finances: The 401(k) Strategy Every Owner Needs to Know
Stefani Sandoval
Billing expert discussed on the show
Next Level Billing
Episode: #1 Reason for a Lawsuit Post Close - When Buying A Dental Practice *Listen Before Buying*
Ali Aromskin
Attorney focusing on dental transactions/DSOs
DM Council
Episode: The DSO Partnership Playbook in 2026 | Why DSOs Aren't Always the Highest Bidder
David Cohen
Attorney specializing in dental practice acquisitions and DSOs
Cohen Law
Episode: The DSO Partnership Playbook in 2026 | Why DSOs Aren't Always the Highest Bidder
Marie Chatterley
Owner of CTC Associates
CTC Associates
Episode: Dental Practice Valuation Secrets: A Broker’s Tell All - What Buyers Are Actually Paying For

Hosts

Michael Dinsio
Host with extensive dental industry and startup/acquisition experience; co-founded consulting practice.
Paula Quinn
Co-host with deep experience in dental practice management and startup guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • Good content

    I enjoy the content. The topics are definitely appropriate and very interesting. The hosts need to resist interrupting the expert guests so they can share more information and finish their train of thought.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ProtoMM
    United States7 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Dental Unscripted combines 20+ years of expertise with actionable advice, engaging interviews, and practical tips. Whether starting or optimizing your practice, Michael and Paula make success simple.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    136vdfd
    United States2 years ago
  • Good Info!

    Wow! So much good info. Michael Dinsio and Paula Quinn are full of knowledge and they are able to break it all down in a way that helps you implement their expertise into your own practice. I look forward to each Podcast. Keep it up guys! Good stuff :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marzylady
    United States2 years ago
  • The Ultimate Podcast for Dental Professionals

    I can’t say enough great things about the Dental Unscripted Podcast! The entire Next Level team—with their incredible insights, expertise, and passion—have truly created something special. Every episode feels like a masterclass, blending actionable advice with honest conversations that resonate with anyone in the dental field.

    Whether you're a dentist, hygienist, or part of the admin team, there’s something here for everyone. The Next Level crew consistently delivers real-world strategies to he... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Next Level Fan Girl
    United States2 years ago
  • This show is gonna be great! Can’t wait to see more

    I’ve been following Michael Dinsio for a while now on his other podcasts, Start Up Unscripted and Acquisition Unscripted. It’s really great to see a new co-host Paula Quinn! I can tell already after watching the first episode that they are gonna bring a lot of great content and info and make it fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dinsigo
    United States2 years ago

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The show is viewed as a strong masterclass-style resource for dental practice owners and leaders.
Many praise guest variety and real-world expertise, though some note the hosts could minimize interruptions to let guests finish thoughts.
Listeners appreciate the practical, no-fluff approach to ownership and growth.

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Growing a Dental Practice in the Age of AI Search and Apple Maps Ads
Q: I searched something and I was doing some research on something and one of our competitors popped up and I'm like, Guido, do I need to be doing ads on AI? So what is the story now that we've been using AI and people are all into it? When you see those ads, how do you get there? How does it work? How much does it cost? Is this something we should be thinking about?
ChatGPT ads are in beta for some categories, and practices need to apply for acceptance. Tebano says the process is still developing and recommends applying, while also creating unique, locally specific website content that AI systems can crawl.
Growing a Dental Practice in the Age of AI Search and Apple Maps Ads
Q: So how does this change your world with Apple then?
Apple Maps creates another local discovery and advertising platform, with a large iPhone and CarPlay audience and less established competition than Google. Tebano says practices should still pursue Google reviews while building their presence on Apple Maps.
The 3 Insurance Policies Every Dental Practice Owner Needs: Disability, Business Overhead & Life Insurance EXPLAINED
Q: Can you walk us through your story and how you got to where you are today?
Stephanie shares that she began in obstetrics as an OBGYN, but an injury ended her surgical career and propelled her into disability and life insurance work. She discusses turning a personal hardship into a passion for ensuring clinicians have proper coverage to avoid similar financial and professional jeopardy.
Setting Up a Dental Practice Entity: LLC/PLC, S-Corp & Tax Election Explained!
Q: Who typically handles the formation and the election, and how do they coordinate?
Traditionally attorneys form the entity and CPAs help with the tax election; in practice it's a team effort where both collaborate, often sharing the workflow and paperwork.
Setting Up a Dental Practice Entity: LLC/PLC, S-Corp & Tax Election Explained!
Q: Like, can you just break down the layers first for entity versus taxation?
The entity is the legal framework governed by state law (type, name, registrations), and the taxes are a separate election you make later (e.g., electing to be taxed as an S-Corp).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Unscripted

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

This show focuses on dental practice ownership, startup, acquisitions, and practice management with a practical, no-fluff approach. Hosts with extensive dental industry experience interview guests who specialize in insurance, marketing analytics, lending, legal structuring, and retirement planning for dental practices. Episodes emphasize actionable steps, data-driven marketing, and cost-conscious growth—covering topics from insurance strategies and SBA financing to leadership, team culture, and client acquisition. A notable core strength is the blend of ownership-focused finance, marketing, and operations insights presented through real-world anecdotes and concrete playbooks, making it useful for dentists at any stage of growth.

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1. The Startup Dentist
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3. The Practice Purchased Podcast
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Recent guests on Dental Unscripted include:

1. Guido Tebano
2. Stephanie Pearson
3. Bert Smith
4. Tyler Jones
5. Caitlin Bryan
6. Stefani Sandoval
7. Ali Aromskin
8. David Cohen

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