In this episode, Dr. Grace Yum is joined by Chris Pistorius, CEO of Kickstart Dental Marketing, to break down how AI, search behavior, and patient expectations are changing how practices attract new patients. The conversation covers practical strategies for sustainable growth and the common mistakes quietly costing practices patients. Episode 340 is available for download now on all of the top podcast platforms or listen now by clicking the player above!
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Episode Highlights:
- Why dental marketing must be customized—not one-size-fits-all
- How AI is reshaping search behavior beyond traditional Google results
- The role of websites, SEO, and content in long-term visibility
- Why tracking calls, conversions, and ROI is critical to responsible growth
- Simple, practical marketing strategies dentists can implement right now
Meet this week’s guest:
Chris Pistorius is a dental marketing expert, speaker, and host of the No BS Dental Growth Podcast. Through his company, KickStart Dental Marketing, which has been helping dental practices grow for over 17 years, Chris helps dentists attract more patients, improve case acceptance, and scale their practices with actionable marketing strategies and operational insights. Known for breaking down complex marketing and business concepts into simple, practical steps, Chris empowers dentists and their teams to achieve sustainable growth while building trust with patients.
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