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Dentistry Made Simple with Dr. Tarun ‘TBone’ Agarwal

The podcast for dentists ready to transform chaos into confidence—in business, clinical skills, and life.

You didn’t go to dental school to become a stressed-out manager, yet here you are—overwhelmed by team drama, stuck at a revenue plateau, and working harder than ever with less to show for it.
Welcome to Dentistry Made Simple, where practicing dentist Dr. Tarun “TBone” Agarwal shares the exact systems, frameworks, and truth bombs that help dental practice owners:

✅ Add $500K-1M in revenue without working more hours
✅ Master profitable procedures like implants with confidence
✅ Build teams that actually run the practice (so you don’t have to)
✅ Create predictable growth using the proven 3D GPS framework
✅ Transform from stressed operator to confident CEO

This isn’t another theory-based podcast from consultants who’ve never owned a practice. TBone runs a successful practice while teaching 10,000+ dentists the unfiltered truth about what actually works—from single implant placement to 7-figure practice systemization.

Every Tuesday, get:

Actionable frameworks you can implement immediately
Real case studies with actual numbers (not vague success stories)
Clinical confidence builders for high-value procedures
Leadership strategies that create aligned, accountable teams
Truth bombs that challenge everything you think you know about practice success

Whether you’re an ambitious associate ready to level up, a growth-minded owner hitting the ceiling, or a veteran who’s lost the spark—this is your roadmap to practice transformation.

Join thousands of dentists who’ve discovered that success isn’t about working harder—it’s about working smarter with proven systems from someone who’s actually in the trenches with you.

New episodes drop every Tuesday. Subscribe now and stop building a job. Start building a business.

Latest Episodes:

The Dentistry Flywheel with Farai Kufakwedu Jul 19, 2021

Show notes

Farai Kufakwedu is the Founder and Head of Momentum Building at Dentistry Flywheel, a company that helps practices achieve their true earning potential by utilizing “the Flywheel Effect”. Partnering with Dentistry Flywheel can help your practice convert more leads into patients, attract more high-value cases, and boost patient retention. Farai is also the author of The 9-Star Patient Experience: MOMENTS OF MAGIC PLAYBOOK, where he talks about the strategies business owners can incorporate into their day-to-day that can boost patient referrals and retention.

Today, Farai shares how he applies the Flywheel Effect to dental practices. He describes what the Flywheel Effect is, where he learned it, and what it can do for your practice. He explains how it works and the essential aspects relating to practice culture and online presence. He shares actionable tips for building your website and creating marketing funnels for your dental practice. Farai also discusses the team members who need to master sales and marketing.

"A flywheel is a framework that takes all the major elements you need to grow your practice, and arranges all those individual elements into a logical sequence—the goal being to maximize the effectiveness of everything you do." - Farai Kufakwedu

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

What the Flywheel effect is and how it relates to dentistry
How Farai utilized the Flywheel effect in dentistry
Why Farai's life was in danger before he moved to Canada in 2001
Farai's passion for entrepreneurship that led to dentistry
How Farai started Dentistry Flywheel
The critical aspects of a practice’s flywheel
Why practice culture is critical for success
What the 9-Star Patient Experience is and how a practice can achieve it
How to effectively manage your practice's reputation online
Farai's tips for online reviews
The common mistakes many dentists make with their online presence
Staff members who need to be trained in sales and marketing
Farai's advice on encouraging more referrals from patients
How long it takes a practice to build its flywheel

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Long gone are the days when people referred out of the goodness of their hearts." - Farai Kufakwedu
"If the practice culture is dialed in, everything else becomes very easy." - Farai Kufakwedu

Resources Mentioned:

Connect with Farai Kufakwedu:

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

The Economics of Dental Implants - Is there an ROI? Jul 12, 2021

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My first few years as a dentist didn’t involve dental implants, and most of it was due to my lack of surgical confidence. It wasn’t like I needed to include dental implants in my practice - business was booming without it. Then, the Crash of 2008 happened, and it opened my eyes to the importance of offering a variety of services that cater to a broader market. One of these is dental implants, a procedure that, to this day, not many dentists provide. I invested in learning the basics and advanced implant procedures, allowing my practice to grow exponentially. It was one of the best decisions I have made in my career.

Today, I share the economics of including implants in your practice, how many you can typically do in a year, and the potential earnings you’re missing out on by not offering it. I discuss why there’s never a ‘perfect time’ to start offering dental implants. I describe my first implant experience and my takeaways from that day. I explain the different side effects of having implants in your practice and what you can expect from our program and course offerings. I also share how technology has made doing implants easier, more profitable, and more efficient than other popular services.

"Implant dentistry should be done at the highest level; it should be done with the most predictability and the most scalability - and technology delivers that." - Tarun Agarwal

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

The economics in getting started with implant dentistry and if they're worth it
Why there's never a great time to start implants
Why I used to be a restorative-only dentist for the first few years of my career
When I began implant dentistry and why it was difficult
Why you can never know too much about implant dentistry
The first implant I had and the number of PAs it took
The possible side effects of implant dentistry in your practice
How implant dentistry taught me to slow down so I can speed up
Why our implant dentistry program is not for everyone
The road I don't recommend taking to implant dentistry
Why you should have a CBCT in your office
The ancillary tools you should have for implants
The number of implants the average successful dentist will do in a year
What it takes to plan, place, and restore a dental implant
What dentists can expect from our retreat and dental programs

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Getting started is the most important thing." - Tarun Agarwal
"I looked at implants as I was going to have a staged approach that I could build upon." - Tarun Agarwal
"The beauty of implant dentistry is - the learning will ever stop with implant dentistry." - Tarun Agarwal

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Learning from DSOs with Bryan Debowsky Jul 05, 2021

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Dr. Bryan Seth Debowsky is part of the DentFirst Dental Care team in Atlanta. He specializes in General Dentistry and obtained his degree at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. Shortly after graduating from dental school, Bryan joined the US Air Force Dental Corpse and remained for five years where he developed his skills in surgical, restorative, and endodontic dentistry. After he left the Air Force in 2005, Bryan joined the DentFirst team where he currently practices as one of their core members.

Today, Bryan shares the perspective of a DSO when it comes to supporting dental practices. He describes what led him to become a DSO, his experience in the Air Force, and why he chose to remain a DSO. He discusses the reasons he became a dentist in the first place and why he insists on hiring more specialists. He compares and contrasts the difficulties of a private practitioner and a DSO when it comes to hiring and retaining associates. Bryan also shares his thoughts on how to beat bigger competition, how to best market your dental services, and why dentists should understand the business aspect of their practice better.

"A DSO isn't one term. There are many levels of what a DSO is." - Bryan Debowsky

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

Bryan's opinion on being a DSO and the expectations he had
What Bryan learned about dentistry while being in the Air Force
What made Bryan choose to remain a DSO
Who inspired Bryan to become a dentist
What it means to pay yourself as an associate
Why practices should bring in more specialists
The best places to search for specialists
How DSOs manage to retain their associates
Why they demonstrate money collection to their doctors
Bryan's thoughts on small and big businesses, and how to beat the competition
Bryan's takeaways from his experience as a business owner and DSO

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Understanding there is a business side to what you do as a dentist is important." - Bryan Debowsky
"Having a periodontist in the office allows us to do cases that may be out of what I can do." - Bryan Debowsky
"We work to make sure patients know their insurance responsibilities so when we do the work, the patients have the right expectations." - Bryan Debowsky
"When people are excited about what they're doing, they're happy to do dentistry." - Bryan Debowsky

Connect with Bryan Debowsky:

DentFirst Dental Care Atlanta
Email: bdebowsky@dentfirst.com

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Mentorship, Networking, and Building A Team with Chris Barrett Jun 29, 2021

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Chris Barrett is the Clinical Director for Britely Dentures + Implants Studio, a practice that exclusively offers implants and dentures services. Some of the services they offer are full mouth dental implants, traditional dentures, and single tooth replacement. He has provided over 1,000 implants to his name and over 1,000 hours’ worth of continuing implant education. Chris also serves as a clinical instructor at Implant Pathway to guide other dentists to safe and effective implant treatments.

Today, Chris joins us to share why he chose to exclusively offer implants in his practice and the significance of mentorship. He describes why he had to travel around the country a lot and why he eventually settled down in Arizona. He explains why he initially found no interest in doing implants and why implants piqued his interest. He shares his experience in looking for a dental coach and the importance of networking in the dentistry industry. He also discusses building your team and the roles you want to fill to maximize efficiency.

"Realistically, if you want to build a mentorship, figure out how to make life easier for the other person." - Chris Barrett

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

How Chris overcame the fear of moving from one city to another.
Why Chris initially thought implants looked boring.
What Chris would recommend to those who don't have connections to mentors.
What it's like being an implant-only practice and opening in the year of COVID-19.
How Chris structures his work week for efficiency and customer satisfaction.
The experts you should be actively searching for to build your team.

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Make it a point to build relationships to get into other surgeons' offices." - Chris Barrett
"It's imperative to have an onsite removable lab technician." - Chris Barrett
"For every case you do, there are so many patients you have to see and screen to get to this point." - Tarun Agarwal

Connect with Chris Barrett:

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

Using YouTube to Boost Your Marketing Strategy with Grant Olson Jun 21, 2021

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Grant Olson is the owner of Innovative Dental, a practice in Springfield, Missouri that offers various services, including root canal therapy, fillings, crowns, veneers, whitening, implants, dentures, and orthodontic procedures. He is one of only 300 CEREC Mentors globally and is a known expert in smile makeovers, performing dozens every year. Grant is also the owner of the Innovative Dental of Springfield YouTube channel where he shares content about his passion for dentistry and talks about the latest in cosmetic dental procedures and technology.

Today, Grant joins me to share how YouTube changed the way he marketed his services and why video marketing is the best way to attract new customers. He describes what the practice was like when he first bought it and the effort he and his team made to bring it back to life. He explains how his religious beliefs allowed him to have the mentality to succeed in the dental industry, the type of content he produces, and how he managed to grow his YouTube channel. Grant also shares the tools he and his team have developed for his customers and what he wants newcomers to understand about owning and running a dental practice.

"I'm not so interested in growing subscribers as I am in helping people." - Grant Olson

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

The unique setup Grant uses with his practice
How YouTube can help build your practice
Creating an environment that can attract people that don't like to go to the dentist
The situation of the practice Grant bought and how he turned it around
Did Grant have doubts about finding success in the practice he purchased
Grant's religious faith and his life of self-belief
How to market your practice in today's social media environment
How Grant grew his practice's YouTube channel and the content they produce
Grant's thoughts on his old content and how his content changed over the years
The tools Grant's team developed to provide data and analyze the flow of their practice
The challenges of running a practice and what Grant wants newcomers to know

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Perfection is the enemy of great." - Grant Olson
"You can worry so much about being perfect that you just don't ever do it." - Grant Olson
"You have to find joy in the journey. If you don't enjoy the journey in dentistry, you're going to be disappointed." - Grant Olson
"Today, the best way to market your practice is what people refer to as personal branding.” - Tarun Agarwal
"You don't have to go all the way, but you have to at least try and make a step." - Tarun Agarwal

Connect with Grant Olson:

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

The Culture of The Practice with Jill Swafford Jun 14, 2021

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Jillian Swafford is a Dental Speaker, Coach, and owner of Oaks Dental Designs, a fixed dental lab in Pikeville, Tennessee. Established in 2018, Oaks Dental Designs provides various dental lab work, including function restoration, MCX5, Pressed Emax, Implants, Precision Milled Nightguards, and Gold Titanium Implant Restorations, to name a few. As a coach, Jillian helps dental offices have better communication with their suppliers.

Today, Jillian joins us to share the cultural impact a leader should have in their dental practice. She shares the main cultural drivers behind excellent practices and why any member can be that driver. She discusses why she chose to focus on dentistry as a career and what made her want to open her own business. She explains how she got into the business of coaching and some of the hardest lessons she has learned. She describes the effects of office drama in a practice and how a leader should extinguish them. Jillian also shares her experience in handling a team member who was not in sync with their practice culture, the values exceptional leaders typically possess, and what exceptional leaders can bring to your dental practice.

"Culture is way more important than one person. It's not personal; this is business." - Jill Swafford

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

Jill's path into dentistry and her thoughts on the importance of practice culture
What made Jill want to open her own practice
The cultural drivers in any dental practice
The benefits and drawbacks of buying an existing practice
How to implement the culture you want in an established practice
The tough conversations Jill has had on her way up and how it improved her coaching style
The values of an exceptional leader and what they can bring to the practice
How Jill helps rid her practice of drama
Jill's talent as a singer and her favorite song

Our Favorite Quotes:

"Everybody can drive the culture if you have the right people in place. It doesn't just have to be your leaders." - Jill Swafford
"f you have the right people in place, the patients will continue to come there." - Jill Swafford
"You have to understand that your culture is first, and you have to build your patient base with patients that want to come to you because you're there." - Jill Swafford

Connect with Jill Swafford:

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The Right Dental Equipment for the Right Job at the Right Time with Haseeb Sajid & The TBS Kit Jun 07, 2021

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Haseeb Sajid is the second-generation owner of TBS Dental Instruments, a company that has been providing high-quality dental equipment to practices across the country since 1992. They’re also behind the U.S. patented FRINGS technology, or forceps with spring. FRINGS replaced the need to manually open dental forceps, which allowed practitioners to use the tool with much less stress on the hand. To make dentistry as efficient as possible, Haseeb and his team continue to innovate and create tools that could one day replace what every dental practice is using today.

Today, Haseeb joins us to share the meaning of the company name, a short story of how it started, and the changes he and his brother made when they inherited the company. He discusses what sets them apart from other instrument manufacturers, especially when it comes to quality and where their tools are made. We discuss how their company manages to combine aesthetics and function without making their tools too expensive. Haseeb describes how they came up with FRINGS and how it allows practitioners to perform more efficiently. He also shares why they prioritize safety and ease of use with their products.

"A good instrument will last forever." - Haseeb Sajid

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

How Haseeb got into the business of selling dental equipment
What does "TBS" mean in TBS Instruments?
Why their instruments are higher quality compared to other sellers.
Why Haseeb likes to question the ‘why's’ and the ‘how's’ of instrument design.
How Haseeb combines aesthetics, function, and affordability in their products.
The Batman analogy and how it fits with their company's mentality.
The most interesting instruments we've used in our practice.
Why function, safety, and ergonomics matter in dental equipment.

Our Favorite Quotes:

"The last thing you think about is something in your hand, but if you have the right tools, it makes you faster, gets the work done a lot more efficiently, and gets you better results." - Haseeb Sajid
"We need to support our independents, our small companies, we need to support those that are innovative." - Tarun Agarwal

Connect with Haseeb Sajid:

Pre-order your 3D Dentists surgical kit here!

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Staying In The Game of Dentistry with Dr. Tarun Agarwal May 24, 2021

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This week I come to you alone with a personal message about "Getting in the Game" vs "staying in the game".
To often we get consumed and focused with getting in the game. Over time this allows our practice to get out of control and no longer look like what we dreamed. This week I shared with you how I (and you too) am turning my focus to what it takes to stay in the game of dentistry.

Ask TBONE: Fixed Hybrids, Working with Surgeons, and Your Front Office Team May 10, 2021

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There’s always a first time for everything, and it’s no different when it comes to dentistry. It’s not even about how long you’ve been running a practice. Some cases just don’t come to us, but dentists should actively seek out doing any treatment for the first time. More than just getting the experience, the people you meet and work with, the mindset you must possess, and the processes you will learn can be life-changing from both a business and personal perspective.

Today, I share the story of my first hybrid patient and why I decided to take the case. I discuss the steps involved when it comes to hybrids, my experience working with a dental surgeon, and what I learned from them. I explain what type of hybrid cases you should have in your practice and how you can provide the most seamless customer experience. I describe your front-office team's role and why I believe they are the bottleneck of our practice. I discuss how a medical representative can help prepare your team for new procedures and services. I also share advice for those who want to be in the dental industry and what I wish I knew when I was getting started.

"I encourage every surgically-oriented dentist to get into doing hybrids yourself. It's life-changing work." - Tarun Agarwal

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

My first hybrid patient and what pushed me to do it.
How my surgeon helped me get to a higher level of dentistry.
Working with my surgeon and how we helped each other's businesses.
How working with a surgeon can be a dentist's safety net.
Understanding which hybrid cases dentists should handle.
The different surgeons we work with at 3D Dentists.
How you can offer a frictionless experience for the patient.
Why it's critical to train each of your team members step-by-step.
The value of a medical rep in the context of team training.
Why the number one technology for your business is the camera.
My one piece of advice for those who want to get into dentistry.

Our Favorite Quotes:

"I, for sure, wouldn't be where I'm at today if I have not partnered with the right-minded surgeon to help me get to these levels." - Tarun Agarwal
"The surgery is the daunting part. A hybrid is a big surgery."- Tarun Agarwal

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Thanks for tuning into this week’s episode of T-Bone Speaks Dentistry. If you enjoyed this episode, please head over to Apple Podcasts or Google Play Music to subscribe to the show and leave your honest review. For more great content and helpful tips to grow your dental practice, visit our website. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, subscribe on YouTube, and don’t forget to share your favorite episodes with other dental practitioners.

The Unspoken Truths of Dentistry with Michael DiTolla Apr 26, 2021

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Michael DiTolla is the Vice President of Clinical Affairs and Communications at AEGIS Dental Network. He is also a sought-after speaker and routinely conducts seminars to help dentists learn new techniques and ways of providing services. He has presented on stages at various dental organizations such as the American Dental Association, Yankee Dental Meeting, Alaska Dental Association, and New York County Dental Society. Due to the pandemic of 2020, Michael has since shifted to conducting webinars. However, despite the relatively new approach, he still finds ways to make his presentations as educational and entertaining as ever.

Today, Michael joins me to share what dentists are like when we’re not wearing our coats and treating patients. He describes how his speaking career has shifted since the pandemic began and how he’s adjusted to virtual seminars. He discusses how technology should be embraced as a means of getting to a higher level of dentistry. He shares how speaking has changed his perspective of the industry and what motivated him to become a public speaker. Michael also explains how many people in our profession struggle to cope with mental health problems and describes why he’s not opposed to using psychedelics as a mental health treatment.

"The fastest way to become a better clinical dentist is to get involved with digital technology." - Michael DiTolla

This week on T-Bone Speaks Dentistry Podcast:

How virtual meetings made it difficult for Michael to work.
The big difference between webinars and actual live audience seminars.
Why Michael is going back to traditional dentistry after getting out of it.
The fastest way to become a better clinical dentist.
How digital technology can help boost your dental skills.
The funny story of when I went to Orlando and was recognized despite wearing a mask.
Michael's experience with speaking at dentistry seminars.
The benefits of speaking with companies from a business owner viewpoint.
Why specialists are some of the highest paid in the industry.
How you can be truthful without being insensitive as a speaker.
Why many immigrants succeed in the US and our thoughts on discrimination.
How Michael uses different YouTube videos to create interesting dentistry content.
The unspoken side of dentistry and its vulnerable aspects.
Michael's thoughts on using psychedelics to treat mental problems.

Our Favorite Quotes:

"A good relationship is when there is mutual benefit." - Tarun Agarwal
"You don't want to develop a reputation of being insensitive, but you also want to be true to who you are." - Tarun Agarwal
“Nobody wants to hear stories of us being heroes. They want to hear about the time we fell down and got back up." - Michael DiTolla

Connect with Michael DiTolla:

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