Gary Takacs isn’t just a dental practice coach—he’s one of the most respected voices in the profession. For over 40 years, he’s been helping dentists create practices they truly love—ones that are financially successful, clinically exceptional, and deeply patient-focused. He’s known as the Godfather of dental podcasting and the founder of the Thriving Dentist Show, the world's most widely listened-to dental podcast. Gary has guided thousands of dentists toward reducing insurance dependence, building profitable hygiene departments, and creating cultures where teams and patients thrive.

In this episode, Gary shares a blueprint for growing a sustainable, people-first practice from strengthening your hygiene department to taking control of insurance adjustments and building systems that make your life easier.

5 Things You’ll Learn in This Dental Podcast

• How to Build a High-Performing Hygiene Department: Gary shares proven ways to boost production, elevate patient care, and make hygiene a true growth engine.
• Innovative Strategies for Reducing Insurance Dependence: Learn how to keep more of what you earn while protecting patient relationships.
• Communicating Insurance Changes with Patients: Discover how to explain adjustments and policy shifts in a way that builds trust, not frustration.
• The Power of In-Office Membership Plans: How to design plans that create steady cash flow and patient loyalty.
• Creating Systems for Long-Term Success: Gary’s framework for building repeatable processes so your practice runs smoothly—even when you’re not there.

Connect with Gary Takacs Website: https://www.thrivingdentist.com/Gary's Podcast: https://www.thrivingdentist.com/podcast-show/Upcoming Events: https://www.thrivingdentist.com/events/