2376: The New Hiring Playbook for Dental Practices

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes is joined by DSI Black Belt coach and multi-practice owner Dr. Summer Kassmel for a timely conversation on one of the most persistent challenges in dentistry today: hiring and retaining great team members. They dive into practical strategies for thriving in today's unpredictable labor market—including how to attract high-quality applicants, train non-dental hires effectively using Dental Career Academy, and restructure front office roles for maximum efficiency.   Dr. Kassmel shares how she's reduced staffing stress in her own practices through strategic outsourcing, automation, and AI-powered tools, all while keeping high-touch human interaction where it matters most. Whether you're struggling to fill roles or simply want to future-proof your practice, this quick-hit episode is packed with real-world solutions and high-level insights. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast