The
Dentalpreneur
Podcast
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The Dentalpreneur Podcast with Dr. Mark Costes is one of the top dental podcasts in the country, drawing tens of thousands of listeners each month. This isn’t your typical dental podcast—Mark covers everything from business and marketing to services, motivation, and more, keeping each episode both insightful and entertaining.
Tune in as Mark interviews not only dental professionals but also influential voices beyond dentistry, including Astronaut Clayton Anderson, elite athlete Ben Greenfield, bestselling author Ryan Holiday, former Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, and endurance athlete David Goggins, among others!
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2318: Behind the Scenes of a 43-Year Mission Trip Legacy
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with longtime friend and mentor Dr. Aaron Nicholas to reflect on their recent experience with the Dominican Dental Mission Project (DDMP). Now in its 43rd year, this unique and tightly-knit mission trip delivers full-scope dental care—including PEDO, restorative, surgery, and prosthodontics—to underserved communities across the Dominican Republic. […]
2317: The Evolution of CSI and What’s Next in Surgical Education
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes catches up with Dr. Taher Dhoon, co-founder of the Colorado Surgical Institute (CSI), to talk about all things surgery, education, and giving back. They dive into CSI’s explosive growth over 2025, including their largest-ever course with over 130 attendees, and highlight the wide variety of hands-on training opportunities CSI […]
2316: What Patients and Team Members Really Want From You
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by Dental Success Network COO Ashlee Hirschfeld for a fast-paced and insightful conversation on trending questions from inside the DSN community. The duo dives into topics like employee motivation beyond financial incentives, how to handle red-flag patients before they become a problem, and why clearly defined dental […]
2315: Getting Paid in the Age of AI: Back Office Automation from Silicon Valley Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we bring you part two of our special interview with Steijn Pelle, co-founder and CEO of Lassie. In this second half, Steijn continues to unpack how Lassie is revolutionizing dental revenue cycle management by leveraging AI, fintech infrastructure, and regulatory momentum. He discusses why traditional billing models can’t scale, how Lassie eliminates […]
2314: Getting Paid in the Age of AI: Back Office Automation from Silicon Valley Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes kicks off part one of a special two-part conversation with Steijn Pelle, co-founder and CEO of Lassie. Steijn shares his remarkable journey from the Netherlands to Silicon Valley, where he helped scale tech giants like Robinhood and Coinbase before launching a mission to bring AI to healthcare administration. The […]
2313: How to Maximize Your Dental Practice Value Before Selling Pt. 2
On today’s episode, we continue with part two of Dr. Mark Costes’ in-depth conversation with Kyle Francis of Professional Transition Strategies. Kyle breaks down why recapitalizations have become more difficult for DSOs, how deal overhang and shifting market conditions are impacting valuations, and why understanding the right equity structure is crucial for dentists. He also […]
2312: How to Maximize Your Dental Practice Value Before Selling Pt. 1
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes welcomes back Kyle Francis, founder and CEO of Professional Transition Strategies, for part one of a powerful interview. Kyle shares his journey into the world of dental mergers and acquisitions, how he built a company focused solely on seller-side representation, and why time can be a deal’s biggest enemy. […]
2311: The Hidden Face of Sleep Apnea and What Dentists Can Do
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes reconnects with longtime friend and dental sleep medicine expert Dr. Erin Elliott. Broadcasting from Thrive Live in Las Vegas, the two dive into a lively and powerful discussion about the lesser-known signs of sleep apnea, particularly in young, fit women. Dr. Elliott shares how anatomical and physiological factors—like a […]
2310: Outsourcing Smart Delegation and the Joy of Leadership
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down at Thrive Live with Doug Fettig, CPA, MBA, and dental business advisor, for a deep and dynamic conversation on leadership, joy, and what it really means to run a successful dental practice. Doug brings energy and perspective to the challenges facing dentists today, from burnout and depression […]
2309: From Missed Calls to More Patients with AI Reception
On today’s episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Dr. Bill Keith and Powervox co-founders Brian Wright and Paul Gregory to explore how AI is transforming patient communication in dental practices. They dive into the creation and impact of “Abby,” Powervox’s AI receptionist designed to handle after-hours and overflow calls. Dr. Keith shares how Abby […]
