Russ Ledbetter — Dental Practice Management Consultant Since 1989
A Proven Dental Practice Consultant With 35+ Years of Results
For more than three decades, Russ Ledbetter has helped dentists build more profitable, less stressful, and better-aligned dental practices. His approach blends leadership coaching, team development, and hands-on in-office systems training, creating lasting transformation in practices nationwide. Dentists trust Russ for his honesty, clarity, and unmatched ability to uncover the real issues holding practices back.
Experience & Background
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Lead Dental Consultant at The Ledbetter Group
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Dental Practice Management Consultant since 1989
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B.S. in Finance (with honors), University of Alabama
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Graduate of the Dale Carnegie Leadership Course
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Recognized by DentistryIQ as one of the “13 Best Dental Management Consultants”
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Featured guest on The Dental Brief podcast (3 episodes)
Russ Ledbetter
Dental Practice Management Consultant
Guest on The Dental Brief Podcast
A trusted voice in dental leadership and practice optimization
Russ’ Approach to Dental Consulting
Leadership First
Every successful practice transformation begins with the dentist. Russ provides weekly leadership and management coaching, helping doctors:
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interpret their numbers
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communicate clearly with their teams
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solve recurring problems
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manage staff challenges
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evaluate scheduling effectiveness
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improve case acceptance
This leadership development is what creates lasting improvements.
Hands-On, In-Office Training for the Team
Russ and his team train your staff in:
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scheduling for predictable, productive days
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communication and handoff systems
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teamwork and accountability
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collections and financial conversations
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hygiene recall & workflow improvement
He earns staff buy-in through respect, clarity, and practical training that works in real time, not theory.
Customized Solutions — Never Cookie-Cutter
Russ selects clients carefully and only works with practices he knows he can help. His coaching is tailored to:
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the practice’s team
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the dentist’s goals
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the practice’s location and patient base
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growth potential and bottlenecks
This individualized approach is why he has delivered exceptional results that exceed expectations for his clients.
From Russ Ledbetter
“I take pride in my ability to see what’s missing in a practice — whether it’s systems, communication, leadership, or teamwork — and to install the structures needed to support long-term success. My goal is to improve the dentist’s income, lower their stress level, and help the entire team thrive.”
Ready to Work With Russ?
Dentists nationwide have trusted Russ since 1989 to improve production, reduce stress, and build teams that work together with purpose.
If you’re ready to take the next step, schedule a conversation.
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