The Dentalpreneur Podcast w/ Dr. Mark Costes · 2026-08-12 · 49 min
On today's episode, Dr. Addison Killeen speaks during the Dental Success Summit 2026 about building a stress-free hygiene system that creates clarity, consistency, and less decision fatigue inside the practice. He breaks down the real stress many dentists are feeling right now, from staffing shortages to burnout, and explains why weak hygiene systems can spill over into the entire practice. Dr. Killeen introduces a practical five-by-five method: five meetings over five weeks focused on clinical protocols, standardized verbiage, stronger handoffs, the right hygiene KPIs, and a functional block schedule. He also shares how better systems can help hygienists communicate more confidently, improve perio diagnosis and treatment acceptance, protect valuable appointment blocks, and give doctors more energy for the decisions that matter most. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES Dental Success Network
2575: How to Keep Your Team Compliant and Supported80 / 100
2574: Turning Hygiene Challenges Into Practice Growth2572: The Daily Money System Every Practice Owner Needs
2571: Training the Next Generation of Dental Assistants
2570: Better Patient Care Starts With Better Questions