In this episode of The Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green welcomes a special guest, Max Ganhewa, for a fascinating and future-focused conversation. Known for pushing boundaries in clinical practice and innovation, Max brings a unique perspective on how technology, particularly artificial intelligence, is rapidly reshaping the dental industry. Together, they explore the new possibilities, challenges, and opportunities AI offers for dentists ready to embrace change.

Max shares practical insights on how AI is already being used in diagnostics, treatment planning, and patient communication, and what it means for the day-to-day running of a practice. Max and Jesse discuss how dentists can stay ahead of the curve, why mindset matters when it comes to adapting to new technologies, and what steps practices can take today to future-proof their businesses. It’s a lively, down-to-earth discussion filled with real-world examples and actionable takeaways.

Whether you're a practice owner looking to stay competitive or simply curious about what the future holds, this episode will give you valuable insights into the next frontier of dentistry. Tune in to hear how AI isn't just a tech trend … It's a tool for creating better outcomes for patients, teams, and your dental practice.

Max Ganhewa is a Melbourne-based general dentist and the founder of Dental on Flinders. Since graduating from the University of Otago in 2007, he has cultivated a diverse clinical career spanning both rural and metropolitan settings. In 2020, Max co-founded CoTreat AI, a pioneering platform designed to enhance dental treatment planning and streamline practice workflows through artificial intelligence. CoTreat AI aims to assist dental professionals by automating routine tasks, improving diagnostic accuracy, and facilitating evidence-based decision-making, thereby allowing practitioners to focus more on patient care.

• [05:37] - How to get hooked on using AI within your practice
• [09:19]-  There's profitable work just sitting within your current patients that you are not aware of. How AI can identify revenue opportunities
• [14:37] - Let AI search for the ‘diamonds of opportunity’ for you and your team to identify with your patients
• [19:14] - How to create a compelling reason for a patient to return
• [27:41] - The future of AI and dentistry.

• Sign up to cotreat.ai and enter this code: SAVVY25 to receive your first month free!
• Visit CoTreat website
• Connect with Dr Max Ganhewa on LinkedIn
• Connect with Dr Jesse Green on LinkedIn

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Effective leadership is built on the foundation of meaningful communication. In this solo episode of the Savvy Dentist Podcast, Dr Jesse Green unpacks the three critical conversations every dental practice owner and leader must master to lead a team and grow a thriving business successfully.

Drawing from years of experience and practical wisdom, Jesse breaks down these conversations into simple, actionable frameworks. Whether you're giving recognition or navigating difficult conversations, when handled with preparation and structure, will dramatically enhance your leadership capabilities.

If you want to create a positive workplace culture, build trust, and elevate your practice, this episode is a must-listen.

In this episode:

• [00:43] Why communication (not just talking) is the backbone of great leadership
• [04:38] The importance of using flexible frameworks over rigid scripts
• [04:52] Why setting the frame of a conversation is more powerful than trying to dominate it
• [04:59] How emotional and verbal preparation changes the outcome of conversations
• [09:55] How to align communication with values for better team outcomes.

Resources and Links:

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🔗 Follow Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

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In this episode, Dr Jesse Green is joined by Dr Wendy Peng and Dr Gilbert Ko, owners of Dana Street Dental in Ballarat. Their journey from starting a small, three-chair dental practice to building a thriving, eight-chair business is filled with lessons on leadership, team culture, systems, and scale.

Wendy and Gilbert share candidly about the realities of business ownership—the wins, the missteps, and how they've created a practice that not only delivers outstanding care but also provides them the freedom to enjoy more time with their family. It's a down-to-earth, relatable conversation full of practical strategies for sustainable growth.

If you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to scale your practice without burning out, this episode is for you.

Dr. Wendy Peng and Dr. Gilbert Ko are the founders of Dana Street Dental, a leading dental practice in Ballarat, Victoria. With a passion for creating a patient-focused practice and a strong emphasis on team culture, Wendy and Gilbert have successfully grown their business from the ground up. Known for their commitment to mentoring young clinicians, developing robust systems, and building a positive workplace, they’ve created a business that supports both their professional and personal goals.

• [03:10] Why they chose to open their own practice in Ballarat
• [07:25] Early false confidence and hard lessons in recalls, marketing, and running a business
• [12:40] How refining systems and identifying their ideal patient turned things around
• [17:15] The growing pains of rapid expansion and what they learned going from three to six chairs
• [35:20] How training and mentoring became the backbone of their successful, growing team
• [41:30] Creating a workplace culture that attracts and keeps great people
• [46:15] The difference between six chairs and eight chairs and why it feels easier now
• [50:40] How their business now gives them the time and freedom they always wanted.

Connect with Dana Street Dental on their website

Visit the Savvy Dentist website

Connect with Dr. Jesse Green on LinkedIn

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