He Stole From Us. Here's How We Let It Happen.
Episode 41
Most dental leaders only share their wins. Dr. Hardik Chodavadia,
Co-Founder of Enamel Dentistry, does the opposite — and that's exactly what makes this episode required listening.
Key Revelations:
Embezzlement in dental is far more common than anyone admits. Most operators only hear about it after it happens to them
Never let one person hold the keys to everything — access, relationships, systems, and finances should never all live in the same hands
If removing someone feels impossible, that's the signal — not a reason to wait, but a reason to restructure now
Build in redundancy across critical roles so you retain the ability to make personnel moves without the business falling apart
When "Indispensable" Becomes a Liability
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"What is unearned revenue — and why does it matter before a transaction?"
Dallin's answer: Unearned revenue is the opposite of AR: the patient has already paid you, but you haven't done the work yet. It shows up in your practice management software as a negative credit balance and lives on your balance sheet as a liability. Common in high-ticket cases like All-on-4, where payment is collected before the procedure is complete.
The "Ask Dallin" Question:
Top 3 Episodes Of The Dental Truth Project. Listen Now!
(E. 17) Serial Embezzlers Are Job-Hopping Through Dental Practices—Is Yours Next? - David Harris, Prosperident Inc.
(E.20) Fake Codes, Hidden Fraud & The Accounting Nightmare - Paul Lowry, Dental Menu
(E.24) Why Your Associate's Professional Insurance Won't Save Your DSO - Herb Ford, Risk Strategies Dental Practice
A highly capable, deeply trusted team member stole a significant amount of money from Enamel Dentistry — and the worst part? They saw the warning signs and couldn't act because he was too embedded to remove. From a trusted team member who stole from the business to the AI technology quietly transforming how his teams perform, Dr. Hardik gives you the unfiltered version of what building a DSO really looks like.
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