The Hidden Crisis in Dentistry: Why Great Associates Leave and How Smart Practices Win with Dr. Eric Roman

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Dentistry is facing one of the biggest financial and leadership challenges in decades. As practice expenses continue to outpace revenue, many owners are discovering that simply working harder isn't enough. In this episode of the Navigating Dental Insurance Podcast, Dr. Eric Roman joins Jordon Comstock to break down what's really happening inside today's dental practices and DSOs. Together they explore why associate dentists leave, why clinical leadership matters more than ever, how outdated systems create turnover, and what practice owners can do to build profitable, resilient organizations. You'll also hear why Eric believes the industry's biggest problem isn't people—it's systems—and how practices can improve treatment acceptance, develop stronger clinical leaders, and create long-term growth despite today's economic pressures. In This Episode Why dentistry is experiencing a financial squeeze The hidden cost of associate turnover Why leadership systems outperform incentives How to increase treatment acceptance without pressure Building a culture that attracts and retains great dentists Why the future belongs to practices with better systems, not just better clinicians Learn more about Dr. Eric Roman and Dental Associate Growth: drericjroman.com Or visit: Dental Associate Growth

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