Discover How to Revolutionize Your Approach to Dental Implant Procedures With Expert Insights From Dave Roehr, CEO of Proceed Finance, on the Full-Arch Secrets Podcast.
In Episode 17 of the Full-Arch Secrets Podcast, Dave Roehr, CEO of Proceed Finance, discusses the primary obstacle providers face in increasing the number of full-arch cases they perform. The conversation reveals a wealth of insights into how affordability plays a critical role in patient decisions—and how providers can effectively address this challenge.
Understanding the Affordability Challenge for Dental Implant Patients
Dave Roehr highlights that the most significant barrier for patients is affordability. Full-arch procedures, often priced around $25,000 per arch, are comparable to the cost of a new vehicle. Understandably, patients hesitate to make such a major financial commitment without options that feel achievable.
The Importance of Dental Implant Patient Financing
With 62% of consumers living paycheck to paycheck, Dave emphasizes that offering flexible financing is no longer optional—it’s essential. Rising living costs mean fewer patients have disposable income for large out-of-pocket medical expenses, including dental implants.
Proceed Finance’s Approach to Patient Affordability
Proceed Finance offers customized solutions to tackle this issue head-on. Their terms extend up to 12 years, allowing patients to make manageable monthly payments that mirror car loans—something most consumers are familiar with.
Dave explains that the company’s risk-rated model adjusts interest rates based on credit, enabling broader access. Patients with excellent credit receive the best rates, while others still have access to financing with transparent terms. This shared-risk approach creates win-win scenarios for patients, providers, and Proceed Finance.
Dental Market Conditions and Practice Growth Opportunities
Despite market volatility and tighter lending conditions, Proceed Finance has absorbed rising costs to maintain competitive financing options. Dave urges providers to view this as a strategic opportunity: by keeping pricing stable and offering accessible financing, practices can capture market share, build patient loyalty, and position themselves for long-term growth.
Innovations and the Future of Dental Financing
To further support accessibility, Proceed Finance has:
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Extended loan terms to 12 years
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Integrated secondary lenders to support patients with credit challenges
These innovations are designed to reduce treatment barriers and help providers convert more full-arch consultations into starts.
Key Takeaway: Financing Drives Case Acceptance
The most impactful way to increase full-arch case volume is by offering affordable, patient-focused financing options. Proceed Finance provides tools that help patients say “yes” to life-changing treatment—while supporting practice growth and financial sustainability.
