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The Best Practices Show with Kirk Behrendt

ACT Dental
Dental Practice Management
Dental Practices
Dentistry
ACT Dental
Patient Care
Practice Management
Core Values
Dental Practice
Leadership
Patient Retention
Dental Insurance
Dental Hygiene
Patient Engagement
Patient Experience
Profitability
Trust
Best Practices Association
Annual Patient Value
Burnout
Human Resources

Welcome to The Best Practices Show, hosted by Kirk Behrendt, founder of ACT Dental (www.actdental.com/) and a leader in dental practice coaching. This podcast is your gateway to discovering the hidden gems and tactics used by the most successful dental practices worldwide. At ACT Dental, we have meticulously curated strategies that have consistently proven effective in elevating dental pra... more

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What does it take to build a stronger team that can think, collaborate, and perform without the dentist stepping in for every decision? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt talks with Michelle Wakeman, ACT Dental coach, about why stronger leadership starts... more

Are gaps in your schedule really a case acceptance problem, or are you simply not diagnosing enough of the care your patients need and want? In this episode, Kirk Behrendt and Metric Mondays co-host Miranda Beeson explain diagnostic percentage, why i... more

Hiring an office manager can add leadership and structure to a dental practice, but the title alone will not solve problems with communication, accountability, or culture. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt talks with Lorie Streeter, a longtime dental of... more

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Dental marketing has changed significantly, but the goal is still to connect with the right patients and give them a reason to care. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt talks with Minal Sampat, marketing strategist, social media coach, dental hygienist, b... more

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Recent Guests

Minal Sampat
Marketing strategist, dental hygienist, Guinness World Record holder
Marketologist; Sea on the Beach; Minal Sampat LLC
Episode: 1085: What Is Working In Dental Marketing? - Minal Sampat
Dana Watson
Expert in dentistry leadership and communication; speaker and educator
Noted dentistry leadership expert
Episode: 1079: The Danger of Assumption in Your Dental Practice - Dana Watson
Dr. Bill Robbins
A dentist with 53 years of practice, advocate of pre-orthodontic bonding and interdisciplinary dentistry
Robbins DDS, advocate of Global Diagnosis
Episode: 1076: Why Most Dentists Get Orthodontic Collaboration Wrong–and How to Fix It - Dr. Bill Robbins
Carlie Einarson
Dental coach specializing in periodontal metrics and practice improvement
Episode: 1075: Metric Mondays: The Hidden Cost of Underdiagnosed Periodontal Disease - Carlie Einarson
Katrina Sanders
Dental professional and educator
The Dental Wine Genist (and Katrina M. Sanders, DDS)
Episode: 1074: When Is It Time to Let Team Members Go - Katrina Sanders
Ariel Sigel
Coach helping dentists organize and grow their practices
Independent practice coaching
Episode: 1073: 3 Strategic Shifts That Make Ownership More Profitable and Less Stressful - Ariel Siegel
Charlene Marques
Coach who coaches dental practices on clarity, ownership, and accountability
The coaching team featured on The Best Practices Show
Episode: 1071: 1 Simple Way to Eliminate Finger-Pointing in Your Practice - Charlene Marques
Dr. Troy Schmedding
DDS in Walnut Creek, California; former educator; keynote speaker and dental practitioner who moved to out-of-network practice
Private practice in Walnut Creek; Speaker
Episode: 1070: How One Dentist Reclaimed Control by Ditching Insurance and Prioritizing Quality - Dr. Troy Schmedding
Miranda Beeson
Metric Monday expert and co-host, guest on the episode
Episode: 1069: Metric Mondays: Why Does Sharing Numbers with the Team Feel So Hard? - Miranda Beeson

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Kirk Behrendt
Host of The Best Practices Show
Miranda Beeson
Co-host on Metric Mondays segment

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Best Dental Podcast!

    As a practice owner, I love this podcast and it’s great for the teams to listen to as well! Such valuable information every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roasbury
    United States2 years ago
  • Come back

    I’m not calling this a come back, I am saying if you’ve tried this show in the past, you need to come back now. Kirk has done an amazing job improving the quality of this show and he has emerged as a go-to dental owner podcast to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shadworth
    United States3 years ago
  • Essential Insights for Thriving in Dentistry

    The Best Practices Show episode 567 featuring Dr. Howard Farran, titled Howard’s Best Advice for a Successful Career in Dentistry, was a profound exploration of the often-overlooked business aspects of dental practice. Host Kirk Behrendt and Dr. Farran delve into the crucial skills and knowledge that dental school doesn't teach but are essential for success in the industry. This episode is an invaluable resource for any dental professional seeking to bridge the gap between clinical expertise and... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Making me a better leader!

    I just wanted to say thank you to Kirk for making me a better leader by opening my mind to all these great thought leaders in dentistry. Every single one I listen to points out areas for growth(deficiencies!) in my leadership. I only wish this had been around 20 years ago! I wouldn’t have made all the mistakes I have made! But I deeply appreciate all this, it gives me fuel to fan the flame of a leader that everyone wants to follow. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lmpdds
    United States3 years ago
  • Act Dental Things I wish I learned in Dental school with Dr McKee

    As always thank you for some great content and perspective from Kirk Behrendt and Dr Jim McKee! Thanks so making the drive to Milwaukee fly by and get me energised to be an even better leader for my team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HKT
    United States3 years ago

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The show is viewed as a reliable source of practical strategies for practice growth.
Guests are seen as credible experts who offer implementable frameworks for leadership and profitability.
Listeners consistently praise actionable, practitioner-focused guidance.

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1085: What Is Working In Dental Marketing? - Minal Sampat
Q: What quick starting point would you recommend to a practice doing 100k–200k in monthly production?
Begin with trust-building through outcome-focused content and local collaborations; use ground marketing to create authentic visibility, pair it with a simple, trackable patient journey to see where new patients come from, and start measuring ROI by linking new patients to specific marketing activities.
1079: The Danger of Assumption in Your Dental Practice - Dana Watson
Q: Who is Dana Watson and what do you do?
Dana explains she fell into dentistry after helping her husband run his practice. She teaches teams great communication, better systems, and leadership in dentistry, drawing on her background as a former science teacher and her focus on practical, implementable strategies.
1073: 3 Strategic Shifts That Make Ownership More Profitable and Less Stressful - Ariel Siegel
Q: How can dentists start moving from reactive to intentional decision-making?
Begin by looking at data, track a few key metrics, and use an issues list to address off-track items through structured discussions and solution-oriented meetings.
1073: 3 Strategic Shifts That Make Ownership More Profitable and Less Stressful - Ariel Siegel
Q: What is the first strategic shift to move from producer to entrepreneur?
Transitioning away from spending almost all time producing dentistry to embracing the role of the business owner, leader, and strategist, including scheduling time to lead and improve the practice.
1070: How One Dentist Reclaimed Control by Ditching Insurance and Prioritizing Quality - Dr. Troy Schmedding
Q: Troy, what was the mindset when you decided to reframe your practice away from insurance, and how did you approach the change on day one?
He describes a deliberate, values-driven pivot: assess staff readiness, communicate the plan with care, and begin by dropping insurances gradually while ensuring patients understand the care remains high and billing is handled by the practice.

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The show centers on dental practice growth, leadership, profitability, and team dynamics, often featuring coaches, clinicians, and educators who share practical frameworks, metrics, and workflows. Episodes frequently discuss differentiating a practice through brand, value-based care, data-driven decisions, and structured accountability. A standout aspect is the consistent emphasis on leadership development, clear ownership, and systematized communication, with guest experts offering actionable steps that listeners can implement immediately. The format combines storytelling with step-by-step guidance, making it useful for practice owners, managers, and clinicians aiming to improve both patient experience and financial performance.

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1. Minal Sampat
2. Dana Watson
3. Dr. Bill Robbins
4. Carlie Einarson
5. Katrina Sanders
6. Ariel Sigel
7. Charlene Marques
8. Dr. Troy Schmedding

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