Dental Unfiltered

This show covers a range of topics related to dentistry with insights from industry professionals. Andrew and Matthew lead discussions on various aspects of dental practice. The podcast aims to provide valuable perspectives for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of dentistry. Here you will find unbiased information about the industry and tools to help in your dental practice.

Dental Unfiltered is a business podcast hosted by Matthew Brown, with 228 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Matthew Brown hosts Dental Unfiltered, a business show with 228 episodes published.

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  Episode #221

  Episode 221 | Management Unfiltered | 3 Surprises In An Office You Can Avoid

  Aug 19, 202632 min

  Every dental practice owner knows the feeling—an unexpected resignation, a sudden cash flow dip, or a surprise equipment breakdown that throws the entire day into chaos. But here’s the truth: most practice “surprises” aren’t really surprises at all.In this episode, we break down the most common operational curveballs that catch practice owners off guard and share the exact systems you need to prevent them before they turn into major headaches.In this episode, we cover:Team Volatility: How to handle sudden resignations and team blowups without losing momentum.Schedule Disruption: Turning daily no-shows into predictable, manageable workflows.Reputation Management: Catching patient complaints before they become bad online reviews.Financial Surprises: Keeping cash flow, tax bills, and equipment repair costs predictable.Compliance Readiness: Staying audit and inspection-proof year-round.Tune in to learn how regular check-ins, cross-training, and strong team communication can take the stress out of practice ownership and give you back control of your day.

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  Episode #220

  Episode 220 | Dental Unfiltered | Listener Episode w/ Kyle Perkins - Q and A for Dr Vallo

  Aug 18, 202636 min

  What’s the real line between a stressed-out practice owner and a scalable dental CEO? In this episode of Dental Unfiltered, Matt Brown and Dr. Andrew Vallo are joined by guest Dr. Kyle Perkins to unpack the operational moves that actually move the needle; starting with the phones.Dr. Andrew breaks down a listener question on call center ROI, explaining why a dental-specific call center will outperform a cheaper VA setup every time. One missed new patient can mean thousands in lost production, making conversion, show rate, after-hours coverage, and operational redundancy essential.Then, the crew dives deep into the identity shift every dentist faces when stepping out of clinical work:The "Trunk, Branch, & Leaf" Framework: How to eliminate decision fatigue and guard your bandwidth.Rural Scaling Secrets: How Kyle built a high-producing group in rural North Dakota using a hybrid general + implant model.The CEO Shift: What actually changes when you stop being "just" a clinician and start building an executive team.If you’re tired of every minor decision landing on your desk, this conversation provides the playbook to step back, outsource smarter, and build a practice that scales.#DentalUnfiltered #DentalPodcast #DentistryLife #DentalEntrepreneur #DentistToCEO #DentalPracticeOwner #DentalPracticeManagement #DentalLeadership

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  Episode #219

  Episode 219 | Dental Unfiltered | Let's Get Supercharged w/Dr. Len Tau

  Aug 13, 202628 min

  Are massive, crowded dental conferences losing their charm? In this episode, Matt Brown sits down with Dr. Len Tao, former practicing dentist, founder of iSocial Reviews, and event creator, to break down why bigger isn't always better when it comes to industry events.Len shares his journey from building and selling a tech company to launching Supercharge Dental Practice, an exclusive, high-touch event designed for practice growth, business strategy, and authentic networking. Unlike mega-conferences with repetitive content, Supercharge limits attendance to 200–250 people to guarantee every doctor, team member, and vendor gets maximum value. Tune in to hear how curated sponsor selections, top-tier keynotes, and unforgettable evening activations—including a 1980s-themed concert—are redefining the dental event experience.Key Takeaways:Intentional Curation: Why keeping events under 250 attendees creates frictionless networking and eliminates speaker overlap.Vendor Value: How selecting sponsors based on direct attendee demand builds long-term partnerships rather than transaction-heavy tradeshow floors.Business Over Clinical: Focus areas centered on practice growth, case acceptance, team culture, and business systems.Elevated Experience: The power of high-end venues, premium food, and curated evening entertainment (like wine tastings and 80s costume parties) in driving attendee engagement.World-Class Lineup: Insights into 2025 speakers, including Chris Ramsey (persuasion), Jason Armstrong (confidence under pressure), Kim Watson (Culture Index), and Dr. Michael Sonic (patient experience).

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  Episode #218

  Episode 218 | Dental Unfiltered | CEO Decisions

  Aug 11, 202623 min

  Most dentists are bleeding new patients after hours without even realizing it. In this episode, Matt Brown and Dr. Andrew Vallo break down the real economics of front-desk performance, comparing high-converting, dental-specific call centers against cheap virtual assistants.They dive into why phone answering remains your practice’s most critical job, how extended hours change the game, and why one missed call can cost thousands in lost production.Key Takeaways:The True Cost of VAs: Why "cheaper" remote setups lack the training, redundancy, and conversion power of a dedicated team.Plugging Hidden Leaks: How after-hours coverage and higher answer rates instantly boost new patient volume.The Scaling Math: Why practices with elite phone systems scale faster with fewer operational headaches.If you want to stop losing leads at the front door, tune in to see if your phone strategy is actually making you money!

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  Episode #217

  Episode 217 | Clinical Unfiltered | Simple Suturing Trick That Stabilizes Bone Grafts

  Aug 6, 202624 min

  In this episode of Clinical Unfiltered, Dr. Sausha breaks down the soft tissue management techniques that separate standard bone grafting from predictable, exceptional outcomes. Soft tissue tension and graft movement are the leading causes of graft failure, necrosis, and particulate loss. Dr. Sasha reveals how mastering advanced flap mobilization and fixation methods can eliminate those complications entirely, even in your most challenging ridge augmentation and socket cases. Key Clinical Topics Covered: Precision Periosteal Release: How to execute releasing incisions that maximize flap mobility without compromising tissue vitality or blood supply. Suture-Based Stabilization: Implementing periosteal sling sutures with long-lasting resorbable materials to lock down grafts without needing tacks or screws. Surgical Nuances: Perfecting tissue handling, suturing depth, and assistant coordination for seamless, tension-free closure. Pre-Clinical Simulation: How to effectively use pig jaw models to build muscle memory before treating live surgical cases. Whether you're a general dentist looking to expand your surgical toolkit or a specialist refining your flap protocols, this quick deep-dive will give you the practical steps needed to ensure your bone regeneration stays right where you put it.

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