Dr. Paul Etchison: Dental Heroes, taking your practice to the next level
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Dr. Paul Etchison: Dental Heroes, taking your practice to the next level
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About this listen
In this episode of Simplify Dentistry, hosts Dr. Mustafa Shah-Khan and Dr. Richard Offutt welcome Dr. Paul Etchison—practicing dentist, author of Dental Practice Hero, and host of the Dental Practice Heroes podcast. Paul shares his journey of building a thriving multi-doctor practice, the systems that created freedom instead of chaos, and the leadership lessons that help dentists design practices that serve both their patients and their lives.
Episode Navigation
00:00 – Welcome and introduction
01:42 – Paul’s early journey and practice growth
05:10 – Why systems equal freedom in dentistry
09:15 – Building high-performing teams and accountability
14:20 – Leadership lessons from Dental Practice Hero
20:40 – Common mistakes dentists make when scaling
27:15 – Balancing growth with work-life freedom
33:50 – How simplicity drives long-term success
38:12 – Closing thoughts and where to connect
Key Takeaways
Leadership & Systems
- Systems are the key to scaling without losing control
- Leadership means creating clarity, not micromanaging
- Accountability structures empower teams and reduce stress for owners
Practice Growth Insights
- Growth should support your life—not consume it
- Culture comes from clear expectations and consistent follow-through
- Scaling requires simplicity: fewer moving parts, stronger systems
Featured Discussion Topics
- Scaling dental practices with systems
- Leadership strategies for owners
- Team culture and accountability
- Work-life balance in dentistry
- Lessons from Dental Practice Hero
Meet Our Guest
Dr. Paul Etchison is a practicing dentist, podcast host, and author of Dental Practice Hero: From Ordinary Practice to Extraordinary Experience. He grew his practice into a multi-doctor group while maintaining work-life balance and now helps other dentists simplify their practices through leadership, systems, and mindset.
Connect With Simplify Dentistry
Website: simplifydds.com
Podcast: Available on all major platforms
Topics: dental leadership, dental practice systems, practice growth, work-life balance, dental entrepreneurship, team culture, accountability, practice management