5 Dirty Secrets About Permanent Life Insurance Your Agent Won’t Tell You
What if permanent life insurance isn’t as beneficial as it sounds? These five points can help you understand what to look for before committing to a policy.
Oct 2, 2026
Archive Topic
Vetting a Practice Before You Buy | NextGenDDS Podcast
Mario and Scott sit down on today’s episode to discuss what dentists should look for when vetting a practice purchase. From
Sep 25, 2026
Numbers Don't Lie, People Lie I Associateships Unpacked
Mario and Scott sit down on today’s episode to discuss what happens when an associateship starts moving toward partnership or ownership.
Sep 11, 2026
Are You Losing Tens of Thousands to a Poor Conversion Rate?
The difference between a 40% and a 70% new patient conversion rate can quietly cost your practice tens of thousands of dollars
Sep 4, 2026
Personal Finances
Navigate Medicare Correctly To Save Tens Of Thousands
Medicare mistakes can cost you tens of thousands in retirement. Learn how to navigate enrollment, reduce costly surcharges, and choose the right coverage.
Sep 1, 2026
Practice Management
Are You Losing Tens Of Thousands Due To A Poor Conversion Rate?
Your practice may be attracting plenty of new patients, but how much recommended treatment is actually being accepted? Learn how tracking and improving your treatment conversion rate could uncover tens of thousands of dollars in missed production.
Sep 1, 2026
Transitions
Avoid These Top 5 Practice Transition Mistakes
Selling your practice is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. Avoid these five common mistakes to protect your wealth and future.
Sep 1, 2026
Act Like a Partner Before You Are One I Associateships Unpacked
Mario and Scott sit down on today's episode to discuss what you can do to show you're partnership
Aug 28, 2026
Avoid These Top 5 Practice Transition Mistakes
On today's episode, Wes is joined by a special guest, David Mathews, Transitions Advisor at McGill and Lyon Practice Transitions.
Aug 21, 2026
Take Advantage of New Automatic IRS Penalty Relief I Drilling It Down August 2026
Wes and Mario are back for another episode recapping this month's newsletter! In August, we highlighted 10 topics dentists and
Aug 14, 2026
IRS Penalty Relief, Buying Patient Charts, and More I August 2026
Wes and Mario are back for another episode recapping this month's newsletter! In August, we highlighted 10 topics dentists and
Aug 14, 2026
Are You Looking for an Opportunity or Experience? I Associateships Unpacked
Mario and Scott are back for another new season of NextGenDDS! This season, entitled Associateships Unpacked, will highlight everything you need to
Aug 14, 2026
5 Simple Rules That Create Wealthy Dentists
On today's episode, Wes and Tyler sit down to discuss the 5 simple rules that wealthy dentists follow to build
Aug 7, 2026
Personal Finances
5 Simple Rules That Create Wealthy Dentists
Building wealth as a dentist doesn’t require a secret formula or a risky investment strategy. We’ve found that the most successful practice owners consistently follow a few simple habits early in their careers. These rules can help you create financial clarity, avoid mistakes, and build wealth.
Aug 4, 2026
Practice Management
5 Steps To Cut Your Costs With A Buying Group
What if your practice could negotiate like a corporate group without becoming one? These five steps can help you determine whether a buying group could reduce some of your larger expenses and improve your bottom line.
Aug 3, 2026
Why Profitable Practices Still Go Broke I Debt Defined
Why do profitable dental practices still struggle financially? In this episode, Mario and Scott break down one of the most misunderstood concepts
Jul 31, 2026
Is Your Marketing Company Ripping You Off?
On today's episode, Wes is joined by Ryan Strachan of DDS MediaPro, a marketing agency that specializes in helping dentists
Jul 22, 2026
Plan First, Buy Second I Debt Defined
Buying a dental practice is a major milestone, but it shouldn’t be the first step in your journey. In this episode,
Jul 17, 2026
July 2026 - Special 40th Anniversary Episode! 40 Financial Lessons Learned Over 40 Years
Wes and Mario celebrate the 40th anniversary of The McGill & Lyon Dental Advisory with this special episode of Drilling It Down!
Jul 10, 2026
Handling Student Loan Debt I Debt Defined
Student loan debt can shape every stage of a dentist's career, but it doesn't have to hinder your
Jul 3, 2026
2025
One, Big, Beautiful Bill Update: How Will It Affect You?
Today's episode of Drilling It Down highlights Trump's One, Big, Beautiful, Bill and some of the impacts it
Jul 15, 2025
2024
File Your Credit Card Settlement Claim
On this special episode of Drilling It Down, hosts Wes Lyon and Tyler Ott tackle a critical issue for business owners concerning
Dec 17, 2024
The Benefits of Practice Ownership
On this episode of Next Gen DDS, co-hosts Wesley Lyon and Dr. Scott Menaker discuss the compelling benefits of dental practice
Dec 17, 2024
No More Impending Tax War?
In this special episode of Drilling It Down, Wes and Tyler delve into the intricate world of taxation in the wake of
Nov 11, 2024
Insurance Claims Following Hurricanes Helene & Milton
On this episode of Drilling It Down, Liam and Wes tackle the crucial topic of business owner policies in light of recent
Oct 29, 2024
IUL: Investment or Insurance?
On this episode of Drilling It Down, Liam and Wes explore Indexed Universal Life (IUL) insurance, dissecting its complexities and common misconceptions.
Oct 16, 2024
The Scale for Your Goals
On this episode, Scott and Wes tackle the essential yet challenging topic of goal setting in the dental profession. They discuss the
Oct 15, 2024
Being a CEO
On this episode, Dr. Scott Menaker and Wes Lyon explore the complex role of dentists as both practitioners and CEOs. They discuss
Oct 8, 2024
The Dental Insurance Dilemma
On this episode of NextGenDDS, Wes and Scott explore the complex landscape of dental insurance and its historical evolution since the mid-
Oct 1, 2024
How Do I Prepare for the Catastrophic?
In this episode of Drilling It Down, Jonathan and Wes speak about the importance of preparing for catastrophic events, including death and
Sep 3, 2024
The Rise in Dental Practice Buyers
In this episode of "Drilling It Down," Wes and Jonathan discuss the decline in dental practice ownership among younger doctors,
Aug 26, 2024
Q3 2024 DSO Update
Join Wes and Jonathan on this episode of Drilling It Down, where they discuss Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) with a focus on
Aug 19, 2024
FTC Bans Noncompete Agreements
Drilling It Down is back after a technology-induced hiatus! Join Wes Lyon and Tyler Ott as they unpack the implications of
Aug 5, 2024
2023
DID Monthly: Tax Tactics - Navigating ERC, Augusta Rule, Staff Compensation, and More!
In this episode of Drilling It Down, Mario and Tyler discuss the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and provide important updates and warnings
Dec 15, 2023
DID Monthly: PPOs, ERC, and Financial Fitness
In this episode of Drilling It Down, host Wes Lyon welcomes Liam Fitzgerald to discuss a series of articles. They primarily focus
Nov 17, 2023
DID Monthly: DSOs, Partnerships, and Financial Realities
Have you ever wondered what the financial implications of aligning with a Dental Service Organization (DSO) might be? Understand the inherent risks
Oct 10, 2023
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