The Nifty Thrifty Dentists

<p>In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Bryan Markiet, CEO and President of Cargus International, to talk about one of the easiest ways dentists can improve profitability right now:</p> <p>Stop overpaying for dental supplies.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Bryan shares the story behind Cargus International, how his family built the business over decades, and why the MARK3 Dental Supplies brand has become a smart option for dentists who want premium quality without premium pricing.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this conversation, Dr. Glenn and Bryan cover:</p> <p>-Why MARK3 is helping dentists save serious money on everyday supplies</p> <p>-How Cargus built a family business that has served dentistry for decades</p> <p>-Which MARK3 products are worth paying attention to right now</p> <p>-Why dentists should be aware of a possible glove shortage</p> <p>-How free samples and a money-back guarantee make trying MARK3 easy</p> <p>If you are looking for practical ways to protect your margins without sacrificing quality, this episode is worth your time.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>MARK3 Dental Supplies</p> <p>Exclusive Nifty Thrifty Offer</p> <p>Use promo code NIFTY20 at checkout for 20% OFF all MARK3 products</p> <p>👉 Shop here: <a href="https://www.nobledentalsupplies.com/nifty-thrifty" target="_blank">https://www.nobledentalsupplies.com/nifty-thrifty</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>📌 To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: <a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group 👉    <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists</a></p>

<p>In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Mini Suri, Co-Founder and CEO of VELMENI, to talk about an AI platform that could change how dental practices diagnose, document, and communicate with patients.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>If you have ever wished patients could actually see what you are trying to explain, or if you have wanted your team to spend less time on repetitive tasks and more time doing meaningful work, this episode is for you.</p> <p>Mini shares how VELMENI helps practices with:</p> <p>- AI-assisted radiograph review</p> <p>- 2D and 3D image verification</p> <p>- Voice-powered hygiene and doctor notes</p> <p>- Claims support</p> <p>- Easier radiology reporting</p> <p>- Better patient communication and case acceptance</p> <p>What makes this conversation stand out is that VELMENI is not just one AI feature. It is a platform built to improve multiple parts of the dental workflow.</p> <p>And yes, there is a special Nifty deal.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Exclusive Nifty Thrifty Deal</p> <p>Promo Codes: DOMAVELMENI50 and DOMAVELMENI20</p> <p>Offer: 50% off VELMENI integration + 20% off monthly service</p> <p><br /></p> <p>🌐 Learn more here: <a href="https://www.velmeni.ai/" target="_blank">https://www.velmeni.ai/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>📌 To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: <a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group</p> <p>👉 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists</a></p>

<p>In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Maria Vaysman, VP of Strategy and Operations for Clipboard Dental, to talk about one of the biggest pain points in dentistry right now: staffing.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>If you have ever had a hygienist call out, struggled to find temporary help, or wished there were an easier way to try out a team member before hiring them full time, this episode is worth your time.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Maria shares how Clipboard Dental helps practices fill shifts fast with vetted professionals, how their platform works, and why they decided to make direct hiring completely fee-free.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this conversation, they cover:</p> <ul><li>How Clipboard Dental helps offices fill urgent and longer-term staffing gaps</li><li>Why practices can bring on someone full time with zero placement fees</li><li>How the platform vets workers and tracks reliability</li><li>Why this works for both practice owners and dental professionals</li><li>How offices can build a trusted roster of favorite temps over time</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p>This is one of those episodes that can save you production, reduce stress, and give your team a real staffing backup plan.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Sign up, start posting shifts, and get $250 off your first invoice</p> <p>👉 Claim the Nifty Thrifty deal here: <a href="https://nifty-clipboard.com/" target="_blank">https://nifty-clipboard.com/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>🌐 Learn more here: <a href="https://www.clipboardworks.com/staffing/dental" target="_blank">https://www.clipboardworks.com/staffing/dental</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p>📌 To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: <a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p>👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group</p> <p>👉 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists</a></p>

<p>In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Dr. Jim Arnold, Founder and CEO of Foundation Dental Alliance, to talk about what it really takes to build a successful fee for service dental practice.</p> <p>If you are feeling squeezed by insurance reimbursements, rising overhead, and the pressure to see more patients just to stay profitable, this conversation will resonate with you.</p> <p>Dr. Arnold shares:</p> <p>• Why insurance driven dentistry is leading to burnout</p> <p>• The mindset shift required to move toward fee for service</p> <p>• How leadership and culture directly impact profitability</p> <p>• Why relationship based care creates long term stability</p> <p>• The six pillars needed to build a freedom based practice</p> <p>This is not about dropping PPOs overnight. It is about building clarity, confidence, and a strategy that protects your future.</p> <p>If you have ever wondered whether there is a better way to practice dentistry, this episode is worth your time.</p> <p>👥 Connect with Dr. Jim Arnold</p> <p>🌐 <a href="https://foundationdentalalliance.com" target="_blank">https://foundationdentalalliance.com</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>🔷 Sponsor Shoutout: DentistOffices.com</b></p> <p>Take your practice to the next level with DentistOffices.com, the leading dental match-making platform.</p> <p>🔥 50% OFF your first month - only $49.99 for Premium!</p> <p>Premium Benefits Include:</p> <p>✔ Enhanced visibility</p> <p>✔ Smart-Match™ AI technology</p> <p>✔ Pre-qualified local patients</p> <p>✔ 20x more traffic than free listings</p> <p>👉 Claim your Nifty Thrifty deal here:</p> <p><a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/dentistoffices-com/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/dentistoffices-com/</a></p> <p> </p> <p>📌 To get FREE Dental Resources and Deals, click here: <a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p>👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group</p> <p>👉 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists</a></p>

<p>Scaling a dental practice isn’t just about adding operatories... it’s about having the right leadership and systems in place.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode of the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Podcast, Dr. Glenn Vo sits down with Erica Benavente, Founder of Quest Dental Solutions, to discuss why many dentists hit a ceiling when they try to scale without executive-level operational support.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Erica shares her journey from dental assistant to COO, how she helped grow a practice into a 25-operatory super practice, and why a fractional COO can be the missing link between chaos and sustainable growth.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>In this episode, we cover:</p> <ul><li>When dentists actually need a fractional COO</li><li>Why office managers can’t scale practices alone</li><li>How systems and staffing must evolve as practices grow</li><li>What changes when you expand to multiple locations</li></ul> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>🦷 Sponsor Shoutout: Dentalree</b></p> <p>Dentalree provides high-quality dental supplies and technology designed to improve efficiency and patient care.</p> <p>🎉 Exclusive Nifty Thrifty Deal</p> <p>Get 20% OFF your entire order with code NIFTY</p> <p>👉 <a href="https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/dentalree-2/" target="_blank">https://niftythriftydentists.com/dentaldiscount/dentalree-2/</a></p> <p><br /></p> <p><br /></p> <p><b>👥 Join the Nifty Thrifty Dentists Facebook Group</b></p> <p>👉 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/niftythriftydentists" target="_blank">/ niftythriftydentists</a> </p>