A Dentist's Guide to Paying Less in Taxes with Travis Slade, CPA — Dental Digest Podcast with Dr. Melissa Seibert

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Episode Description

Taxes are one of the biggest expenses a dentist will ever face—but most aren't taught how to navigate them. In this episode of Dental Digest Podcast, host Dr. Melissa Seibert sits down with dental CPA Travis Slade of Allure Dental Accounting to unpack how dentists can stop leaving money on the table and start keeping more of what they earn.

Whether you're an associate paid as a 1099 or W2, or a practice owner managing overhead, this episode gives you the clarity you need on entity structures, deductions, and retirement strategies. Travis breaks down:

The real difference between 1099 vs W2 compensation—and why it matters for your taxes.
What an LLC actually does (and doesn't do) for dentists, and when an S-corp makes sense.
The write-offs you should be taking (CE, insurance, supplies, even your dental school kit) vs. the ones that could get you into trouble.
How to avoid red flags that increase audit risk, and what happens if the IRS does come knocking.
Practical guidance on automobile deductions, home office use, travel expenses, and meals.
The power of a SEP IRA and other retirement accounts for lowering your tax bill while building long-term wealth.

Travis' advice is built on years of working almost exclusively with dentists, which means you'll hear exactly what's "ordinary and necessary" in the eyes of the IRS for your profession. You'll walk away with actionable insights to protect yourself legally, maximize deductions ethically, and structure your finances to support both your practice and your future.

If you've ever wondered whether you're missing deductions, overpaying in taxes, or confused about what entity type to choose—this episode is a must-listen.