Dentistry on Your Terms: How Dr. Short Balances Time Off and Success

In this episode, I am resharing a prior episode where I sat down with Dr. Justin Short to explore his journey from practicing dentist to successful multi-practice owner and respected leader in the dental community. Dr. Short shares how he built a career grounded in vision and intentionality, while achieving the elusive goal of work-life balance. We discuss the challenges he faced early on, how he overcame them, and what ultimately helped him grow not just as a dentist, but as a business owner and leader.

Together, we dive into key strategies for acquiring and scaling dental practices, building trust through patient relationships, and standing out in a competitive market. Dr. Short offers valuable insight into the power of reviews and referrals, the importance of clear leadership, and the role confidence plays in treatment planning and case acceptance. He also outlines common mistakes many dentists make—like poor communication, lack of vision, and inefficient systems—and shares how to course correct with the right mindset and structure.

Whether you're an aspiring practice owner or a seasoned dentist looking to optimize efficiency and lead a stronger team, this episode is packed with real-world advice you can apply right away. From training your team and improving patient communication to creating a practice culture that sets you apart, Dr. Short delivers strategies that inspire and empower. You won't want to miss this episode.

What you'll hear in this episode:

[00:40] Meet Dr. Justin Short

[02:30] The Journey to Owning a Dental Practice

[03:55] Challenges and Lessons in Practice Acquisition

[06:40] Strategies for Practice Growth

[09:05] Building Patient Relationships

[12:40] The Importance of Reviews and Referrals

[14:40] Creating a Unique Patient Experience

[16:45] Insurance and Fee Structures

[17:40]Helping Other Dentists Succeed

[18:00] Common Mistakes Dentists Make

[22:25] Effective Case Presentation

[25:45] Improving Case Acceptance

[29:30] Efficiency in Practice Management

Connect with Justin on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-short-4baa2b126/

Check out the original episode:  

https://www.toothandcoin.com/post/how-to-work-less-while-still-growing-your-dental-practice-with-justin-short 

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