307. The Dental Hygiene Crisis is Real (And How to Survive)

The dental hygienist shortage is REAL — and it’s hitting practices across the country hard. If you’re a dentist struggling with hygienist turnover, rising hygiene pay rates, or difficulty hiring dental hygienists, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt breaks down exactly what’s driving the dental […]

306. Dental School Won’t Teach You This — But We Will

Dental students — this episode is for YOU. The Lifestyle Practice team — Steve Van De Graaff, Derek Williams, and Matt Vogt — officially announce the launch of the TLP Student Academy: an online course built specifically for dental students who want to graduate ready to OWN a dental practice, build wealth, and design a […]

305. How To Win Your Day — The 4-Part Framework Top Performers Use

Are you a dentist or dental practice owner feeling stuck working in your business instead of on it? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Steve reveals the 4 powerful daily questions every dentist needs to ask themselves each morning to build a thriving dental practice — without sacrificing family, health, or freedom. […]

304. The Truth About Practice Ownership: What No One Tells You

What is it really like to be a dental practice owner? In this episode of the Lifestyle Practice Podcast, we explore the real truth behind dental practice ownership, including the challenges, mindset shifts, and growth strategies required to succeed in today’s competitive healthcare environment. If you are a dentist, practice owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this […]

303. Dr. Mitch reveals Stunning Truths about Success in Practice Ownership

From dental student to dental practice owner in just 14 months — Dr. Mitch Rush breaks down exactly how he did it. In this episode of the Lifestyle Practice Podcast, host Dr. Derek Williams sits down with TLP coaching client Dr. Mitch Rush to walk through the full journey of buying a dental practice, navigating […]

302. New Dentist Bought a Practice & Matched His Associate Salary in 2 Months

What does it actually take to go from dental associate to successful practice owner — fast? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Steve Van De Graaff shares the real story of a new dental practice owner who bought his practice, rebuilt the team culture from scratch, and matched his entire previous year’s […]

301. From Multi-7 Figure Practice to the US Open Stage

Are you a dentist or entrepreneur looking to build a lifestyle practice without burnout? In this episode of The Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt sits down with Matt Brown and Dr. Andrew Vallow to break down how to build a high-income dental practice that creates freedom, flexibility, and true work-life balance. Dr. Matt Vogt […]

300. The Fastest Path to $500K a Year in Dentistry

Want to know the fastest way to earn $500,000+ as a dental practice owner without working more hours? In this episode, Dr. Derek Williams from The Lifestyle Practice breaks down the exact math and strategy behind building a high-profit dental practice. Most dentists believe they need more patients, more marketing, or more technology to grow […]

299. 3 Traits That Turn Average Dentists Into High Earners

High-income dentist mindset, dental practice growth strategies, and dentist business success are not about luck—they come from specific habits and skills that top dentists develop. In this episode, we break down the three traits of high-income dentists that separate average dental practices from highly profitable ones. If you’re a dentist who wants to increase dental […]

298. Dental Marketing Not Working? Here’s Why

Why is your dental marketing not working, even though you’re running ads, sending mailers, and spending money every month? In this episode of the Lifestyle Practice Podcast, Dr. Matt Vogt breaks down the real reasons dentists aren’t getting new patients, why your dental practice isn’t growing, and how internal systems—not just ads—determine your success. Most dentists […]

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