Dental Operations Unpacked is the podcast for leaders running dental organizations.
Hosted by Jake Larsen and Clint Berry, we break down the real systems behind scaling group dentistry — from revenue cycle and tech strategy to data, workflows, and team alignment. Practical insights from operators in the field, sharing what’s actually working inside growing DSOs. Built for operators who want to execute better, scale smarter, and lead stronger teams.
Real operators. Real systems. Real conversations.
Why Software Implementations Reveal the Truth About Your DSO
Most DSOs think software will solve their problems.
The reality? Software implementation reveals them.
In this episode of Dental Operations Unpacked, Jake Larsen and Clint Berry sit down with Jill Nesbitt, Founder of Optimized Dental Consulting, to discuss why software transitions often uncover hidden operational issues, inefficient workflows, revenue cycle blind spots, and gaps in standardization.
Jill shares real-world examples of how implementation projects have helped DSOs discover collection problems, reporting inaccuracies, workflow breakdowns, and missed opportunities for growth. The conversation also explores why successful software adoption requires more than a go-live date—it requires change management, clear success metrics, training, and operational alignment.
Topics discussed:
• Why software implementation exposes operational truths
• Common mistakes DSOs make during software transitions
• Revenue cycle issues hidden inside existing workflows
• The role of standardization in same-store growth
• How AI and modern technology are changing DSO operations
• Creating meaningful success metrics beyond go-live
• Change management and adoption strategies that actually work
Whether you're a CEO, COO, Operations Leader, IT Director, or Revenue Cycle Manager, this episode provides practical insights for making technology investments successful.
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19 May 2026
From Office Manager to Business Leader: Driving Performance Across Every Location
What does it take for an office manager to become a true business leader?
In this episode, Katie Robinson, Director of Operations at Cook Dental Group, joins Jake Larsen and Clint Berry to discuss how dental organizations can empower office managers to drive performance, lead teams, and influence outcomes across every location.
Katie shares actionable insights on leadership development, delegation, KPI ownership, mentorship, accountability, and why clear expectations are critical for operational success.
This conversation is full of practical advice for DSOs and operators looking to build stronger leadership at the practice level.
12 May 2026
The Talent Problem in Dentistry: What Operators Don’t Understand About Hiring
The dental talent problem goes far beyond just “finding people.”
In this episode, Humberto Briceño joins us to break down what operators don’t understand about hiring, retention, candidate experience, and building strong dental teams for the long term.
From recruiting specialists and hygienists to creating better hiring systems inside DSOs, this conversation is full of practical insights for dental leaders navigating today’s hiring challenges.
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Clint Barry and Jake Larson and Clint and Clint Berry and Jake and Jake Larsen host the show. Published by Kolla.
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