In this episode of Simplify Dentistry, host Dr. Richard Offutt sits down with Dr. Brett Wells of Wells Family Dental Group. Brett shares his journey of building a patient-centered, multi-location practice in Raleigh, North Carolina, while balancing growth, leadership, and family life. From creating trust-based relationships to navigating the challenges of expansion, Brett offers wisdom for dentists who want to grow without losing sight of their values.

00:00 – Welcome and introduction
01:25 –Brett’s journey into dentistry and building his practice
05:40 – Why trust is the foundation of patient care
09:10 – Balancing growth with personal and professional life
14:20 – Expanding into multiple locations
20:05 – Leadership lessons from practice ownership
26:15 – Family, faith, and finding perspective
31:50 – Advice for young dentists and practice owners
36:10 – Final reflections and where to connect

Building a Patient-Centered Practice

• Trust is the foundation of long-term patient relationships
• Growth should align with values, not just numbers
• Communication and consistency are key to building loyalty
  
  

Leadership & Growth

• Expansion requires clarity of vision and the right team
• Balance comes from setting boundaries and priorities
• Success isn’t just about growth—it’s about purpose and impact
  
  

• Patient-centered dentistry
• Building multi-location practices
• Leadership lessons in ownership
• Work-life balance for dentists
• Values-based growth strategies
  
  

Dr. Brett Wells is the owner of Wells Family Dental Group in Raleigh, NC. With a focus on patient trust, team culture, and values-based leadership, Brett has grown his practice into a thriving multi-location group while maintaining a strong balance between work, family, and community.

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Topics: patient-centered dentistry, leadership, practice growth, multi-location practices, work-life balance, values-based leadership, dental entrepreneurship, dental practice management