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Wes Lyon

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Episodes 29

Avg. Duration 33m

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Apple Rating ★ 4.9 (15)

Since Oct 2023

Latest Episode Apr 2026

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About This Podcast

More dentists than ever are seeking out independent, objective, financial advice. In a world recently flooded with private equity money, lower dental insurance reimbursements, and questionable tax advice, it can be tough to see through the fog and answer the most important question, how can a dentist make more money? Join your host Wes Lyon as he helps you see clearly through the fog of dental office financials, allowing you to concentrate on delivering quality dental care. Wes prides himself in offering independent, uncensored, objective advice to help dentists increase practice profitability, make better practice management decisions, and improve their personal financial planning. Whether you’re a recent graduate, new owner, in the stride of your career, or considering a transition into retirement, the Drilling It Down Podcast will help you make more money, pay less tax, and reach financial independence earlier. About Us McGill and Lyon Dental Advisors is an independently owned one-stop financial services resource for the dental profession, based on their "every step of the way" team approach. Their team offers financial consulting services and continuing education seminars exclusively for dentists nationwide. Throughout the years more than 30,000 doctors nationwide have trusted McGill and Lyon Dental Advisors for objective advice to reach their financial goals. Aside from their consulting, transition, and continuing education services, the group also publishes The McGill & Lyon Dental Advisory, a dental business newsletter that offers valuable insights for all dentists. The McGill & Lyon Dental Advisory provides strategies and advice to help minimize federal and state income taxes, maximize practice profits, reduce overhead expenses, and create and protect your wealth. Membership includes monthly issues, searchable archives, special reports and bulletins, Q&As, financial calculators, forms, guides, letters, and more! Visit mcgilladvisory.com to subscribe! Wes and his guests are experienced dental advisors specializing in tax planning, business planning, financial planning, wealth management, and practice transitions, who take pride in providing independent advice that puts the independent dentists’ best interests first. Host Biography Wes Lyon: Wes helps dentists and specialists across the country achieve financial independence by improving practice profitability, slashing income taxes, managing dental insurance exposure, and making better personal financial decisions. Wes serves as President & CEO of Lyon Publishing Inc., President & CEO of McGill and Lyon Dental Advisors, and Managing Partner of Lyon Wealth Advisors Group, LLC. He is a highly sought after speaker making regular appearances at industry events, study clubs, podcasts, and McGill and Lyon seminars. Wes is also published in other editorials periodically and writes a Financial Management column for the Academy of General Dentistry. Before entering the dental consulting world, Wes worked in institutional investment management. Prior to that, Wes was a financial advisor specializing in helping small business owners with their personal finances. McGill and Lyon Dental Advisors is a consulting firm providing dentists and specialists independent, objective financial advice as it relates to tax planning, business planning, and financial planning. McGill and Lyon Dental Advisors was founded in 1983 by Dr. Charles Blair and John K. McGill. Since then, the company has helped over 1,000 dentists reach their financial goals while paying the least amount of taxes required through their tax, business, and financial planning service.

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Recent Episodes

Why Smart Dentists Employ Their Spouse

Apr 10, 2026 15m

Most dentists are overpaying in taxes… and don’t even know it.One of the simplest (and completely legal) ways to reduce your tax bill? Paying your spouse through your dental practice.In this video,…

Can I Actually Write Off a Car? - What the IRS Allows in 2026

Mar 11, 2026 13m

Can you actually write off a car on your taxes? And if so, how do you do it legally?In this video, Wes and Mario break down how car tax write-offs really work, who qualifies, and the proper steps you…

One, Big, Beautiful Bill Update: How Will It Affect You?

Jul 15, 2025 32m

Today's episode of Drilling It Down highlights Trump's One, Big, Beautiful, Bill and some of the impacts it will make to the tax law. Wes and Mario highlight the changes that will affect dentists'…

The One, Big, Beautiful Bill

May 21, 2025 49m

Drilling It Down is back in our brand new studio! Thank you for bearing with us as we work through all our technology upgrades!Today, Wes and Mario sit down to talk about a proposed tax bill, named…

Avoid Inflated Sale Leaseback Arrangements in Commercial Real Estate

Feb 04, 2025 22m Transcript

On this episode of Drilling It Down, Wes and Tyler return to explore the intricacies of sale-leaseback arrangements, focusing on the dangers of inflated leases. Drawing parallels with the Toys R Us…

Avoiding Partnership Pitfalls

Jan 28, 2025 46m

On this special episode of Drilling It Down, hosts Wes Lyon and Roger Hill dive into the complexities of partnership transitions within the dental industry. They begin by exploring common challenges…

A Deep Dive Into Private Equity - Part 2

Jan 14, 2025 41m Transcript

In part 2 of our private equity discussion, Wes and Mario explore the complex relationship between private equity and dentistry, highlighting its implications for dental practices. They address…

A Deep Dive Into Private Equity - Part 1

Jan 07, 2025 30m Transcript

On this episode of Drilling It Down, Wes and Mario dissect the intricate world of private equity, particularly its repercussions for the dental sector. The discussion is initiated by the…

File Your Credit Card Settlement Claim

Dec 17, 2024 10m Transcript

On this special episode of Drilling It Down, hosts Wes Lyon and Tyler Ott tackle a critical issue for business owners concerning a substantial $5.54 billion credit card settlement resulting from…

No More Impending Tax War?

Nov 11, 2024 23m Transcript

In this special episode of Drilling It Down, Wes and Tyler delve into the intricate world of taxation in the wake of recent election outcomes. Initially set to deliver a detailed analysis dubbed "The…

Insurance Claims Following Hurricanes Helene & Milton

Oct 29, 2024 36m Transcript

On this episode of Drilling It Down, Liam and Wes tackle the crucial topic of business owner policies in light of recent hurricanes, emphasizing preparedness for natural disasters. Wes shares…

IUL: Investment or Insurance?

Oct 16, 2024 32m Transcript

On this episode of Drilling It Down, Liam and Wes explore Indexed Universal Life (IUL) insurance, dissecting its complexities and common misconceptions. They clarify how IULs differ from term life…

How Do I Prepare for the Catastrophic?

Sep 03, 2024 21m Transcript

In this episode of Drilling It Down, Jonathan and Wes speak about the importance of preparing for catastrophic events, including death and disability. They discuss life insurance—how to determine…

The Rise in Dental Practice Buyers

Aug 26, 2024 35m Transcript

In this episode of "Drilling It Down," Wes and Jonathan discuss the decline in dental practice ownership among younger doctors, dropping from 33% in 2020 to about 20% now, largely due to the appeal…

Q3 2024 DSO Update

Aug 19, 2024 33m

Join Wes and Jonathan on this episode of Drilling It Down, where they discuss Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) with a focus on trends, tax considerations, and financial strategies. They explore…

FTC Bans Noncompete Agreements

Aug 05, 2024 20m Transcript

Drilling It Down is back after a technology-induced hiatus! Join Wes Lyon and Tyler Ott as they unpack the implications of the FTC ban on non-compete agreements, emphasizing its effects on practice…

Are You Prepared for an Audit?

May 14, 2024 33m Transcript

In this episode, Wes and Tyler explore strategies and tips for navigating IRS audits and maximizing tax deductions. They emphasized the benefits of meticulous documentation for business expenses,…

Top Myths of Whole Life Insurance

Apr 24, 2024 28m Transcript

In this episode, Wes and Tyler debunk myths surrounding permanent life insurance, specifically whole life policies. They tackle misconceptions about using whole life as a retirement investment, the…

DID Monthly: The Green Book Proposal, Permanent Life Insurance, and Tax-Free Money for College Age Children

Apr 10, 2024 30m

In this episode of Drilling It Down, Wes and Tyler discuss the "Green Book" proposal and its possible tax implications for business owners, estate taxes, and expiring provisions of tax acts. They…

DID Monthly: Net Investment Income Tax, Overstaffed Practices, and Costly Divorce Mistakes

Mar 20, 2024 33m

In this episode of Drilling It Down, Wes Lyon and Tyler Ott cover insights on the net investment income tax, signs of overstaffing in dental practices, and common mistakes in divorces.They…

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Drilling It Down has published 29 episodes since October 2023, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

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Drilling It Down is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 33m.

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