Nick Clausen selected as the ALD’s keynote speaker during Dentistry’s Laser Meeting.

When the Academy of Laser Dentistry (ALD) kicks off its 30th conference this spring, Nick Clausen, MBA, will share his ideas on the positive impacts dental lasers can have on dental practices and their patients. Clausen, well known and respected in laser dentistry circles for his passion for helping dentists optimize their laser use to increase practice profitability and boost ROI on their laser investments will kick-off this years anual meeting. “We are thrilled to have Nick opening our 30th Anniversary Conference & Exhibition,” ALD Executive Director Gail Siminovsky, CAE, says. “He shares the passion of our individual and corporate members for changing dentistry for the better with lasers. There are very few people better than Nick to demonstrate how lasers can be utilized in everyday dentistry to boost practice performance and patient care.” <click here for Press Release>

Nick Clausen: My passion and credentials...

My gift is to be able to make complex things simple. A great attribute in the quantum world of technique sensitive clinical Lasers! I consider myself a comprehensive Laser coach and a damn good one. I worked my tail off with never ending education and hands-on experience with almost every Laser manufacturer. I have a unique and unbiased lens in Laser dentistry to be able to help your individual and unique practice needs. In addition, I have engaged in MANY other continuing education trainings in business and dentistry (see comprehensive link below if you are interested).

My passion is helping doctors and teams with practice transformation. Lasers are so unique that they offer a completely different user & patient experience that can have profound affects. But the reality is most practices do not optimize their Laser technology for various reasons and many times no fault of their own.

Lasers are like learjet and the dentist is the pilot. If you have a couple "bumpy landings" and park the jet indefinitely, you will never get to your desired destination. Lasers are an amazing tool like that learjet. I see my job as a pilot instructor coaching you to smooth landing and venturing to the destination you envisioned for yourself, your team and your practice while simultaneously better serving patients and growing the business.

If Interested, See Nick's Linkedin CV>>>

How I can help you;

Not only do the dentistry you want to do, but do it faster, more conservative with expedited healing.
Grow into procedures you thought were difficult, but coach you how Lasers can make them simple and predictable. Many times bloodless and without topical.
Have more "Wow" patient experiences. This ability alone will grow your business with increased enrollment and referrals.
Engage the entire team to create coherent patient messaging and develop tools to leverage the Laser benefits to increase enrollment and grow the business.

More Detail On How I Can Help>>>

How I got here....

I was raised on a small, 3rd generation, tight knit, extended family farm in rural Iowa. Then, in the early 80’s the economic recession particularly devastated the small family farmer, including my families. My parents, aunt and uncles had to scramble and work very hard to find new careers to support their families.

Shortly after this, I received an opportunity to go to college on a football scholarship. There, the long hours & physically demanding work was just a continuation of ‘regular’ life on the farm for me. What was new, was the importance of strategy & teamwork that culminated in the grand stage of thousands & thousands of people cheering and rooting you on to victory. Sure this was exciting, but more importantly to me, was my exposure to travel, many different cultures, perspectives and professional possibilities. This exposure called me to incorporate these attributes into my future profession.

After college, I worked in incentive marketing and e-business in the energy sector. But I had a void internally. So I decided to pivot and get my MBA. After which, I had an opportunity to go into cutting edge laser technology in the dental marketplace. This is where I really found a kinship with dentistry. The dental marketplace struggles reminded me of the hard times farmers had in my youth. Think about it. Dentistry is a very tough business. Most people lump it with death and taxes and avoid Dentistry at all cost. However, I learned it could be the opposite if approached differently. The dental profession has so much to offer…..and with some help,…. can change that patient perception from one of fear to one of gratitude.

So now I'm known as the "laser guy" that can help dentist and teams optimize their laser to get better clinical and business results. But for me, lasers are just one tool that can not only change that patient experience from fear to gratitude. But when you add in a few business and communication coaching keys, the results are also transformative to ALL of the dental team members. And that is my passion.

So Tell Me...

ARE YOU SOMEONE WHO IS:

Looking to offer your patients more comprehensive services more conservatively and less traumatic?

Expand your surgical repertoire without the stress of complications and management of bleeding and pain?

Have your patients actively and more easily enroll in the care they deserve?

Add new patients, increase production & streamline workflow?

IF SO... THEN YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

Dental Laser Coaching (DLC) Corporate Policy Document

Vision Statement

To be the premier resource for transforming dental practices through laser technology, inspiring a shift in patient experiences from fear to gratitude and empowering dentists to build thriving, cohesive practices. DLC envisions a future where every dentist realizes their full potential—creating meaningful patient relationships, achieving business success, and living a balanced, fulfilling life aligned with their deepest professional values.

Mission Statement

Dental Laser Coaching (DLC) exists to simplify the complexities of laser dentistry, empowering dentists to fully utilize their technology for transformative results. Many dentists invest in laser technology with the right intentions but struggle to achieve their desired outcomes—DLC bridges this gap. Through our coaching, we enable dentists to perform more clinical cases, do them better, and increase case volume, all while transforming the patient experience from fear to gratitude. Our goal is not only to help dentists leverage laser success to strengthen their business but also to equip them with tools to enhance team cohesion and guide them in building the practice they originally envisioned. By doing so, they can provide the care they are passionate about and live the life they deserve.

Educational Goals

Provide independent, high-quality laser training both online and in-person, designed to improve clinical outcomes, increase laser efficacy, and enhance practice profitability.
Offer customized training tailored to the unique needs of each practice, equipping clinicians with skills for optimized laser use, reducing procedure times by at least 30%.
Improve patient experience by introducing innovative techniques supported by the latest research and provide tools for monitoring patient satisfaction.

Planning and Development

DLC’s planning committee, composed of seasoned and qualified dental professionals, meets regularly to discuss current topics, scientific advancements, and innovative techniques in laser dentistry. The committee’s expertise ensures that course content is relevant, up-to-date, and aligned with industry standards, enabling participants to stay at the forefront of dental technology.

Scientifically-Based Coaching and Needs Assessment

All coaching at DLC is grounded in scientifically-based principles and evidence-based research. Through a structured needs assessment process, participants’ feedback and expressed needs are consistently gathered, heard, and integrated to enhance the value of each course offering. This process allows us to adapt our programs to meet evolving industry and participant needs.

Clear Objectives and Measurable Results Each DLC course is designed with clearly defined educational objectives and measurable outcomes. These objectives ensure participants can effectively implement learned techniques, and participants’ progress is measured to confirm understanding and proficiency.

Non-Discrimination and Inclusivity Policy DLC is committed to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants, free from discrimination based on gender identity, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation.

Instructor Selection and Qualifications DLC’s primary instructor, Nick Clausen, is highly qualified, having completed manufacturer training for major laser brands (including, but not limited to: Biolase, Fotona, Convergent) and holds an MBA along with over 20 years of dental practice management experience. If additional instructors are required, DLC will select individuals who are certified by manufacturers or accredited institutions and have demonstrated exceptional coaching abilities.

Commercial Independence DLC is an independent educational provider and does not promote or market any specific products or services during its educational activities. All course content is developed to be free from commercial influence, focused solely on optimizing participant skills and enhancing patient care.

Course Offerings and Attendance Verification DLC offers multiple types of continuing education, including:

Lecture Courses: Presented live to communicate essential information and best practices.
Hands-On Courses: Maintain a 1:6 instructor-to-participant ratio to ensure personalized guidance. If needed, qualified assistants will be added to maintain this ratio.
Self-Instruction Programs: Delivered through Kajabi with section-based assessments and final exams to ensure thorough content completion.
Electronically-Mediated Programs (Live Webinars): Engage participants through polling, Q&A, and random attendance checks to confirm presence and maintain interaction.

CE Credit Calculation DLC awards AGD PACE CE hours based on the actual time spent on instructional content, including:

Self-Instruction: Calculated based on video duration, ensuring all participants complete each section and pass assessments with a minimum score of 70%.
Live Webinars: Calculated by the scheduled presentation time, incorporating interactive elements like Q&A to maintain engagement.

Evaluation, Feedback, and Participant Support DLC prioritizes continuous improvement by regularly assessing educational needs through direct feedback, surveys, and ongoing coaching insights from over 1,000 practices. Each course integrates multiple mechanisms, such as quizzes and study guides, to reinforce retention and promote efficient material implementation. Completed evaluations are reviewed to inform course updates and prioritize participant needs.

Data Security and Participant Assistance DLC ensures data protection with password protection, encryption, and firewalls. Technical assistance is available through email and a support text box on the training page.

Conflict of Interest and Transparency All instructors complete a disclosure of any potential conflicts of interest, ensuring that all presentations are unbiased and scientifically sound. Currently, DLC has not accepted any external funding; however, should this change, all sponsorships will be transparently disclosed to participants.