March 17, 2026

In this episode, Alan and Sarah sit down with industry expert Tessina Bullock, President of Verus Dental, to unpack one of the biggest challenges facing dental practices today.

With years of experience advocating for dentists and helping practices improve profitability, Tessina shares practical, real-world insights on how to navigate—and push back against—insurance-driven limitations.

In this episode, we cover:

• The biggest challenges dental practices face when dealing with insurance companies
• How insurance impacts profitability—and what you can do about it
• Strategies to regain control and reduce dependence on insurance
• Common mistakes practices make (and how to avoid them)
• Tips for strengthening revenue and building a more sustainable practice
• What it really means to “take your power back” in today’s dental landscape

Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by insurance or ready to make a shift, this episode will leave you with actionable steps and a fresh perspective.