Building a High‑End Cosmetic Practice with Dr. Paul Koch

In this Mentor of the Month episode, Crown Council founder Steve sits down with Birmingham cosmetic and implant dentist Dr. Paul Koch to explore nearly four decades of lessons in life, leadership, and esthetic dentistry. Dr. Koch shares his journey from a childhood calling to dentistry, through early career setbacks, divorce, financial strain, and even a plane crash in his backyard, to ultimately building a high‑end, judgment‑free, spa‑like practice from scratch in Birmingham, Alabama. Along the way he honors the mentors who shaped him (Pete Dawson, Bill Strupp, David Hornbrook, Carl Misch, and Walter Haley), unpacks his practice “non‑negotiables” like quality over volume and never showing up unprepared, and explains how culture, systems, and authentic communication transform both teams and patients. If you’re looking for real‑world inspiration on how to build a values‑driven, esthetically focused practice while staying true to your family and your faith, this conversation with Dr. Koch is a must‑listen.