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The Lifestyle Practice Podcast For Dentists

The Lifestyle Practice Coaches
Dentistry
Dental Practice Ownership
Dental Practice Management
Practice Ownership
Work-Life Balance
Leadership
Dental Practices
Patient Care
Dental Practice
Case Acceptance
Coaching
Personal Growth
Staff Management
Financial Independence
Personal Development
Mental Health
Patient Communication
Dental Practice Acquisition
Mindset
The Lifestyle Practice

The Lifestyle Practice Podcast was created to help dentists obtain their desired life by creating uncommonly successful dental practices.Ready to work with us? Visit thelifestylepractice.com for more information

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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Dr. Raheel Haider breaks down the exact red flags that turned an $800K practice into a bankruptcy — sky-high rent eating into profit margins, $10,000/month in marketing that wasn't converting, a saturated market with brutal competiti... more

Five and a half years ago, Dr. Eric Palmer bought a three-operatory dental practice about 20 minutes outside one of the most competitive dental markets in the United States. The practice had no insurance verification process, no real treatment plan p... more

2026 is officially halfway over — and if you're a dentist or dental practice owner, that means it's time for an honest mid-year check-in. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Matt Vogt breaks down the real difference between dentists wh... more

Every dental practice owner is facing the same three problems in 2026: insurance reimbursements that haven't kept up with inflation, a staffing and retention crisis, and overhead that keeps climbing no matter what you cut. In this episode of The Life... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Palmer
TLP dentist, owner of a multi-chair practice in Tooele, Utah
The Lifestyle Practice Podcast / Palmer Dental
Episode: 320. He Bought a 3-Chair Practice With ZERO Patients on Day 2 — Now It's Doubled | Dr. Eric Palmer
Raheel Haider
Dentist, new partner at The Lifestyle Practice client practice
The Lifestyle Practice
Episode: 315. He Bought a Practice in 6 Months — Meet TLP's Newest Partner
Brian Hanks
Founder of Dentures Buyers Advocates, author of How to Buy a Dental Practice
Dental Buyer Advocates
Episode: 311. Waiting to Buy a Dental Practice Is Costing You $1.14 Million
Mitchell Rush
Owner, Orchard Dental Care; Dentists and practice owner in Denver, Colorado
Orchard Dental Care
Episode: 303. Dr. Mitch reveals Stunning Truths about Success in Practice Ownership
Cole Simpson
Dentist and partner in the practice acquisition
Episode: 301. From Multi-7 Figure Practice to the US Open Stage
Greg Vesta
Dentist and partner in the practice acquisition
Episode: 301. From Multi-7 Figure Practice to the US Open Stage
Dr. Cody Santora
Recent dental practice owner who successfully increased practice revenue and patient volume.
Episode: 294. How He Took a Practice From $840K to $1.6M in One Year
Zach Lemaster
Founder and Owner of Rent To Retirement, a turnkey investment real estate company.
Rent To Retirement
Episode: 292. Passive Income Strategies Every Dentist Should Know in 2026
Dr. Talon Davis
Repeat guest and successful dentist known for his intentional approach to life and financial management
Episode: 290. How Top 1% Dentists Manage Their Money

Hosts

Steve Van De Graaff
Co-host focused on ownership, leadership, and lifestyle design in dentistry.
Dr. Derek Williams
Host/Co-host on practice ownership, leadership, and business strategy in dentistry.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 225 ratings
  • GETS ME AMPED!!

    My husband is currently in dental school right now, and literally just started a month ago - so he is super super new. I was an office manager at an ortho office for the last 4 1/2 years, trying to learn the ropes of starting a practice, owning practice, and all that comes with it, for when my husband was out of school. This podcast has taught me more than those 4 1/2 years of working at the office! Also, it gets us so so freaking excited. It truly makes us want to buy a practice before he’s ev... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JensenEmbrey
    United Statesa year ago
  • Life-changing

    This podcast has motivated me in every aspect of my life, not just dentistry. Each episode contains actionable steps that increase productivity and success. I now look forward to going to work each day and putting into action the principles that I learn from the podcast during my commute. Thank you TLP crew!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bhunsake
    United States2 years ago
  • I cleaned my Traeger because of TLP Podcast

    Have you ever had something sit on your to-do list for 6+ months and, for whatever reason, you just can’t get yourself to do it? No? Well I have. For months I have been meaning to clean my Traeger. It took listening to one episode of TLP Podcast and before I knew it, all the procrastinating came to and end and I was outside cleaning up months of ashes out of my beloved smoker. This podcast has motivated me in every aspect of my life, not just dentistry. Each episode contains actionable steps tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bhunsake
    United States2 years ago
  • I cleaned my Traeger because of TLP Podcast

    Have you ever had something sit on your to-do list for 6+ months and, for whatever reason, you just can’t get yourself to do it? No? Well I have. For months I have been meaning to clean my Traeger. It took listening to one episode of TLP Podcast and before I knew it, all the procrastinating came to and end and I was outside cleaning up months of ashes out of my beloved smoker. As silly as it sounds, this is the kind of thing this podcast has done for me. It has motivated me in every aspect of my... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bhunsake
    United States2 years ago
  • Life changing!!

    I have been listening to TLP for years. I was waiting until I purchased my own practice so that I could start doing coaching. I bought my practice and started working with Steve 18 months ago. My life will never be the same. I was able to achieve my three year goal in the first year and I am on track in my second year to surpass my initial five year goal. Steve opened my eyes to see that the sky is the limit! I will be forever grateful for his help and can’t say enough good about TLP!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sjpoasul
    United States2 years ago

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Fans note the show's emphasis on work-life balance and leadership as a differentiator.
Listeners consistently cite tangible takeaways they apply to operations and ownership goals.
Praise for inspiring motivation and real-world profitability improvements in dental practices.
Many praise the coaching approach and actionable frameworks over theory.

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320. He Bought a 3-Chair Practice With ZERO Patients on Day 2 — Now It's Doubled | Dr. Eric Palmer
Q: What were the hardest parts pre-ownership and what did you learn that others should know?
Be financially prepared with liquidity, engage experienced professionals, and expect 'bumps in the road' like financing hiccups or unusual seller demands; stay focused on the big objective of owning and running a practice, not getting lost in minor red tape.
320. He Bought a 3-Chair Practice With ZERO Patients on Day 2 — Now It's Doubled | Dr. Eric Palmer
Q: How did you engage the seller and what were the biggest challenges in buying the practice?
The process started with clear financial prep, finding a compatible geographic location, and leveraging both a broker and personal networking to locate off-market options; the main challenges included a unique arrangement with the building, a buyer's financing gap, and coordinating seller financing to bridge timing gaps, all of which were resolved with written agreements and smart guidance.
315. He Bought a Practice in 6 Months — Meet TLP's Newest Partner
Q: What sparked Raheel's interest in ownership over staying an associate?
Raheel describes a combination of long-term financial goals, a realization that ownership accelerates wealth and freedom, and a catalyst moment when encouragement from peers and mentors, including a Facebook prompt from a friend, pushed him to pursue ownership rather than remaining an associate.
303. Dr. Mitch reveals Stunning Truths about Success in Practice Ownership
Q: What was your biggest early fear, and how did you deal with it?
The fear of making the wrong purchase or having skeletons in the closet was real; I managed it by thorough evaluation, setting core values, and pacing changes to avoid destabilizing the team.
303. Dr. Mitch reveals Stunning Truths about Success in Practice Ownership
Q: What drew you to ownership and how did you approach the transition from associate to owner?
I planned for ownership early, gathered cash for working capital, and leaned on coaching and mentorship to navigate hiring, team dynamics, and leadership. I focused on growing with measured pace and prioritizing strong fundamentals before chasing every upgrade.

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This show centers on turning dentistry into a lifestyle through ownership, leadership, and systems — with an emphasis on practical strategies to grow a profitable practice without sacrificing personal life. Episodes cover buying or starting a practice, building scalable operations, leadership development, team culture, and mindset shifts that support sustainable growth. Listeners can expect actionable guidance on financing, vendor and staff management, marketing, and balancing ambition with well-being. A notable strength is the emphasis on lifestyle-first thinking and coaching resources, often featuring real-world ownership journeys and revenue-boosting tactics that owners and aspiring purchasers can apply immediately.

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1. Eric Palmer
2. Raheel Haider
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4. Mitchell Rush
5. Cole Simpson
6. Greg Vesta
7. Dr. Cody Santora
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