Thriving Dentist

1 Dental Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, and Spotify with listeners in 188 countries. Helping dentists build profitable practices and achieve financial independence. Curious to know more? Follow us here to get quick access to our weekly podcast episodes where our hosts discuss how to successfully drop PPO plans and scale your practice. Our Main Speakers Who is Gary Takacs? 44+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN DENTISTRY Practice Advisor & Coach (Thriving Dentist Academy) Frequent Speaker at Major US and International Dental Meetings Partner, LifeSmiles Dental Care (2007-2022) Gary is a thought leader. With a track record of transforming over 2,200 practices, Gary’s mission is to help you to achieve sustainable growth and long-term success. Who is Naren Arulrajah? 18+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN DIGITAL MARKETING Founder and CEO of Ekwa Marketing Expert Consultant in Dental Marketing Naren is a visionary in dental marketing, dedicated to helping practices grow their patient base with advanced, ethical marketing strategies. Our Mission To help dentists achieve financial independence. Escape the pressures of PPOs. And have fun doing it. We do all this with practical strategies—designed for results, not just theory. Interested? Here’s how we can help: 1. Follow us here for expert tips and podcast episodes Ranked among the Top 10 Dental Podcasts in the USA, our weekly episodes empower dentists to build profitable practices and achieve financial freedom. Hit Follow to get notified when we release new episodes and actionable guides. Get curious? Learn more about our mission Follow us for insights on how to successfully drop PPO plans, optimize practice growth, and maximize patient retention. Listen to Our Podcast Get actionable tips straight from the best. Topics include optimizing patient care, increasing profitability, and practical advice on managing your dental practice.