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Case Closed: From Consult to Crown

Case Closed: From Consult to Crown

Ryan Pritchard / AJ Davino 9 Episodes Oct 6, 2026

Case Closed is a dental podcast focused on implant dentistry, aimed at dentists and practice owners. Hosts Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino, along with industry experts, discuss practical methodologies, protocols, and mindsets for running a successful implant practice. Episodes cover real-world strategies for improving case acceptance, increasing production, and patient conversion. The show promises expert-driven conversations without boring lectures, tackling real problems with real solutions.

Episodes

Ep. 13 | Worth it? The Best (or Worst) Investments in Dentistry | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 13 | Worth it? The Best (or Worst) Investments in Dentistry | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Oct 6, 2026 4385 Dentists are constantly being told what they need to invest in to grow their practices. New technology, more marketing, another provider, changes to insurance, partnerships, and countless other opportunities all promise to take the practice to the next level. But which investments are actually worth it?In this episode of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino put some of
Ep. 12 | Foundation of Clinical Success w/ Dr. Gregory White | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 12 | Foundation of Clinical Success w/ Dr. Gregory White | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Sep 22, 2026 3986 Clinical success in implant dentistry starts long before the procedure. It is built through proper planning, thoughtful case selection, clear communication, and a team that understands the process from consultation through final restoration.In Episode 12 of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino are joined by oral surgeon Dr. Gregory White to discuss the clinical and oper
Ep. 11 | Scaling an Implant Practice: When Growth Makes Sense | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 11 | Scaling an Implant Practice: When Growth Makes Sense | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Sep 8, 2026 4057 Every dental practice wants to grow, but growth only makes sense when the practice is ready to support it.In Episode 11 of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino break down what it actually means to scale an implant practice and how to recognize when it’s time to take the next step. Whether that means adding team members, bringing on another provider, increasing capacity,
Ep.10 | 10 Metrics That Define Your Dental Practice Pt.2 | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep.10 | 10 Metrics That Define Your Dental Practice Pt.2 | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Sep 1, 2026 4058 In Part 1 (Episode 9), Ryan and AJ broke down the first half of the 10 metrics that define your dental implant practice. Now, they’re moving further down the funnel to the numbers that reveal what happens after you generate the opportunity.In this episode, the guys focus on the final five KPIs and how seemingly small improvements throughout the patient journey can create a massive difference in pr
Ep. 9 | The 10 Metrics That Define Your Dental Implant Practice | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 9 | The 10 Metrics That Define Your Dental Implant Practice | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Aug 25, 2026 3861 Most dental practices track numbers. But are you tracking the right ones?In this episode of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino break down the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that actually determine whether an implant practice is growing or simply staying busy. Marketing alone doesn't create growth. It takes a system that turns interest into appointments, appoin
Ep. 8 | Chairside Etiquette: The Foundation of Patient Trust w/ Dr. Rami Nazarian
Ep. 8 | Chairside Etiquette: The Foundation of Patient Trust w/ Dr. Rami Nazarian Aug 11, 2026 3684 The technical side of dentistry matters, but what patients remember most is how they're treated.In this episode of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino are joined by Dr. Rami Nazarian to discuss one of the most overlooked drivers of treatment acceptance and long-term practice growth: chairside etiquette.From the moment a patient walks through the door to the way a
Ep. 7 | Small Town Success: Building A $3 Million Practice | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 7 | Small Town Success: Building A $3 Million Practice | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Jul 28, 2026 3767 Can a small-town dental practice really become a $3 million practice?The data says absolutely.In this episode of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino break down what they've learned after working with implant practices across the country, from towns with just over 1,000 people to larger suburban markets. Time and time again, they've seen one thing prove true:
Ep.  6 | How To Thrive In Uncertain Times | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 6 | How To Thrive In Uncertain Times | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Jul 14, 2026 3357 How do successful dental practices continue growing when patients become more hesitant to spend?In this episode, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino tackle one of the biggest challenges facing dental practices today: navigating uncertainty. Whether it's economic slowdowns, changing buyer confidence, rising costs, seasonal fluctuations, or unexpected global events, practices that adapt are the ones t
Ep. 5 | Myths of Marketing: What Actually Drives Implant Growth | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 5 | Myths of Marketing: What Actually Drives Implant Growth | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Jun 30, 2026 4169 In this episode, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino are joined by Maxilla Marketing President and Senior Account Manager Tyler Holmes to break down some of the biggest myths surrounding dental implant marketing and explain what actually drives sustainable practice growth. Tyler has nearly 10 years of experience in the dental/marketing industry and has worked with dental practices and their staffs in eve
Ep. 4 | Building the Perfect Team: The Implant Practice Fantasy Draft
Ep. 4 | Building the Perfect Team: The Implant Practice Fantasy Draft Jun 16, 2026 3003 In Episode 4 of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino build the ultimate implant-driven dental team: fantasy draft style.Instead of drafting athletes, they draft the key roles that make a dental implant practice successful, including the lead implantologist, Implant Treatment Coordinator, front desk, hygienist, office manager, associate dentist, marketing, billing, denta
Ep. 3 | The ITC: The Most Important Hire In Implant Dentistry | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 3 | The ITC: The Most Important Hire In Implant Dentistry | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown Jun 2, 2026 3540 In Episode 3 of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino break down one of the most overlooked roles in implant dentistry: the Implant Treatment Coordinator.From case acceptance and patient communication to financing, expectations, and follow-up, the ITC often becomes the difference between an implant office that stays stagnant and one that truly scales.Ryan and AJ discuss
Ep. 2 | Financing: The Ultimate Deal-breaker | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown
Ep. 2 | Financing: The Ultimate Deal-breaker | Case Closed: From Consult to Crown May 19, 2026 3638 In Episode 2 of Case Closed: From Consult to Crown, Ryan Pritchard and AJ Davino tackle one of the most misunderstood and underutilized systems in implant dentistry: financing. From real-world stories inside implant-driven practices to the psychology behind affordability and case acceptance, this episode breaks down why financing is often the difference between a patient moving forward with treatm

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