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Legal Issues for Dentists Involving Associate Agreements, Office Leases and Partnerships Dec 29, 2025

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman CPA sits down with dental attorney Sean Dumm to discuss the legal issues dentists cannot afford to overlook.

Legal agreements are essential for a successful dental practice. They protect dentists from costly disputes and help ensure long-term stability. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman CPA talks with dental attorney Sean Dumm about the legal issues dentists must prioritize to safeguard their businesses.

Art and Sean discuss what makes a strong associate agreement, why clearly defining compensation formulas is critical, and how covenants such as non-compete agreements and other contractual clauses work. They also dive into the complexities of office leases.

The conversation compares the roles of lease negotiation firms and dental attorneys, highlights the most important lease provisions, and explains why dentists should seek legal advice before a lease term ends.

Finally, they explore dental partnerships, outlining key provisions and common pitfalls to avoid.

Packed with practical guidance, this episode is a must-listen for dentists looking to protect their practices and prevent costly mistakes.

Making your Hygiene Department More Efficient and Profitable Dec 10, 2025

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, Art Wiederman, CPA, sits down with Rachel Wall, CEO and founder of Inspired Hygiene. For over 20 years, Rachel has helped dentists build thriving hygiene departments that deliver exceptional patient care and drive profitability.

Dental hygiene is a critical driver of both patient care and practice profitability. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management with Art Wiederman CPA, Art is joined by Rachel Wall, founder and CEO of Inspired Hygiene, for an in-depth discussion on building a high-performing hygiene department.

Rachel shares insights on the current state of dental hygiene in the U.S. and strategies for hiring and retaining hygienists in today’s competitive market. She explains why strong leadership from the dentist accounts for 50% of hygiene success and the importance of implementing clear, written Standards of Care.

Listeners will also learn Rachel’s four “R’s” for creating a referrable practice — Relationship, Retention, Reputation, and Referrals — and why small gestures like saying “please” and “thank you” matter. The episode covers key benchmarks for hygiene production, including the ideal percentage of total office revenue and the role of 4000 codes such as SRPs and periodontal maintenance.

Packed with actionable tips, this conversation is essential for dentists looking to elevate their hygiene department and maximize profitability.

Year End Tax Planning for Dentists Nov 26, 2025

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, discover how year-round tax planning and smart strategies can protect your dental practice and reduce tax liability.

Cybercrime and tax planning are two critical issues for dental practices. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management with Art Wiederman, CPA, Art is joined by dental-focused CPAs Don Watson and Scott Haberman for an in-depth discussion on strategies every practice owner should know.

The trio explores why dentists are prime targets for cybercrime and why income tax planning must be a year-round priority. They share insights on proper recordkeeping, multi-year planning, and leveraging marginal tax rates to optimize financial outcomes.

Listeners will also learn about the impact of recent legislation and four proven ways to reduce tax liability: equipment purchases, qualified retirement plans, employing family members, and acquiring real estate for the practice. Packed with practical tips, this episode is essential for dentists looking to protect their practices and maximize savings.

Warning Signs of Burnout and Fatigue for Dentists: Impacts and Trends Nov 12, 2025

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This episode of the Art of Dental Finance and Management addresses ways dental professionals can recognize burnout and fatigue and outlines strategies for supporting well-being in the workplace.

Recent studies show that 40–67% of dentists experience anxiety, making mental health a critical topic in the profession. In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management, host Art Wiederman, CPA, sits down with Dr. Eric Johnson, DDS, D.Ed., to share his personal journey through burnout after acquiring his dental practice.

The two delve into the warning signs that often go unnoticed — social withdrawal, persistent fatigue, growing cynicism, and high staff turnover. Dr. Johnson reflects on how these challenges shaped his perspective and offers practical strategies for recovery, including counseling, journaling, goal setting, and prioritizing physical activity.

Drawing on his experience as the founder of Leaders in Dentistry — a group dedicated to advancing conversations on leadership and well-being — Dr. Johnson explains why strong leadership, cognitive reframing, and team support are essential for creating a healthier, more positive workplace culture.

This episode provides valuable insights for dentists navigating similar challenges and offers actionable steps to protect both personal well-being and professional success.

Dental Industry Trends, Updates and Financial Tips Jul 13, 2022

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art provides general dental industry updates and trends, as well as tips to help dentists operate their practice more profitably. Art covers timely topics affecting dentists including:

• HHS Provider Relief Funds

• Employee Retention Credit

• DSOs

• PPOs

Reach out to Art if you have any questions regarding dental finance and management for your dental practice. More information about the Eide Bailly dental team can be found at www.eidebailly.com/dentist.

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

How to Start Up or Purchase a Dental Practice for Increased Growth Jun 22, 2022

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Michael Dinsio of Next Level Consultants to discuss what steps dentists need to take to start up or purchase a new dental practice. Some of the key takeaways from this episode include how to:

• Engage PPOs

• Develop marketing strategies

• Hire and retain a dental team

• Reduce costs on construction and equipment

• Conduct management due diligence

• Identify viable practices

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

Build Wealth with a Financial Plan Despite a Volatile Market Jun 08, 2022

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No matter what’s going on with the stock market or economy, it’s important for people to follow an established financial plan. When investing long term, markets will always fluctuate, so when you set goals, develop a plan and follow it through. It will help you grow your wealth despite volatility in the market.

In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Daren Pladson, Principal and Senior Wealth Advisor at Eide Bailly. Daren and Art discuss how global issues are affecting the financial markets, including:

· Inflation

· Rising interest rates

· Supply chain disruption

· War in Ukraine

Art and Daren outline how dentists should choose their ideal financial advisor, how to participate in the planning process and what building an investment portfolio involves.

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

How Dentists Can Leverage Social Media Marketing to Promote Their Practice May 24, 2022

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Dr. Ed Zuckerberg, founder of Painless Social Media, a social media marketing business that helps dentists promote their practice. Dr. Zuckerberg shares technology tips for dentists and the importance of social media marketing to:

• Promote their practice

• Attract new patients

• Maintain and improve relationships with existing patients

• Manage their online reputation

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

Lessons in Developing Boldness from the Founder of 1-800-DENTIST May 11, 2022

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Fred Joyal, founder of dentist referral business 1-800-DENTIST. Fred recently published the book “Superbold — From Under-Confident to Charismatic in 90 Days” and shares nuggets from what he’s learned throughout his dental marketing career, as well as how anyone can develop boldness in business and life.

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

How Dentists Can Reduce Overhead and Increase Profitability Jan 26, 2022

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In this episode of The Art of Dental Finance and Management podcast, Art meets with Dr. Mark Costes of Dental Success Network to discuss how dentists can reduce overhead and increase profitability in their dental practice. Five key areas dentists can focus on to help increase their practice profitability include:

o Foundational core values

o Operational manual

o Patient experience

o Cash flow control

o New patient acquisition

Being more strategic in all aspects of your dental practice will lead to increased profitability. https://www.eidebailly.com/industries/health-care/dentists#chatForm

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