Transform your practice: The Remote Orthodontist approach

Dr. Josh Adcox, founder of The Remote Orthodontist, discusses how clinicians can reclaim their lives inside and outside of the practice

In my introduction to this issue, I shared the painful truth Jamie told me: “Nobody really wants to go see you.” And I talked about missing the chance to teach Luke how to tie his shoes because I was too busy running on a hamster wheel of 173 appointment patient days and endless decision fatigue.  

That moment of looking in the mirror — really looking — awakened something in me. I realized I wasn’t just failing my family; I was failing my patients too. I was caring for them in the noun sense, delivering the standard of care. But I wasn’t truly caring for them in the verb sense — giving them a human experience where they felt seen, heard, and valued. 

Fast forward to today, and I’m living proof that you can do more with less, but better. I’ve cut my chair time significantly, improved my patient outcomes, and actually show up for the moments that matter most. The secret? It started with that mirror moment, followed by a complete mindset shift from 2x thinking to 10x thinking — and then layering in the right technology and systems to make it sustainable. 

This transformation is what The Remote Orthodontist is all about — and we’re dedicated to helping you achieve the same results. 

The Remote Practice Revolution Framework 

Our Remote Practice Revolution (RPR) Framework has helped hundreds of orthodontists transform their practices. It’s a comprehensive training covering everything from mindset shifts to clinical protocols to team implementation. We’ve heard incredible success stories from doctors who’ve implemented these systems — reduced chair time, improved patient satisfaction, and reclaimed their lives outside the clinic. 

This isn’t theory. It’s battle-tested across thousands of cases in real-world practice environments. 

Who this training is really for 

 Remember the working parent I mentioned in my introduction? The one who takes PTO, rushes through yellow lights, sits in your waiting room, gets a 10-minute color change or aligner check, and just burned 2 hours of their day? 

 Our approach is about changing the experience — for them and for you. It’s for orthodontists who want to be present in every sense of the word. Present for patients when they need you. Present for your team as a leader, not a bottleneck. And present for your family when the clinic doors close. 

 If you’re ready to look in the mirror and ask yourself, if you are building the practice you want and building the life you want, and you’re ready to commit to the uncomfortable changes necessary to have both — The Remote Orthodontist approach is for you. 

The core principles: what we teach 

Our training starts where all lasting change starts — with mindset and leadership. We explore the shift from doing everything yourself (2x mindset) to building high trust, high autonomy, and high accountability teams (10x mindset). You’ll learn the “Who Not How” framework that changed everything for me.  

Then we dive into clinical efficiencies and remote care fundamentals — which platforms work best, how to implement remote appointments that give patients their time back, and how to build the Remote Care Coordinator role that runs it all. I’ll share real stories like a fully remote Invisalign® case I treated for a patient stationed in Japan. 

The clinical modules cover both aligners and braces with remote monitoring. These aren’t theoretical discussions — these are the exact workflows, staging principles, and monitoring protocols I use every day. You’ll see cases like an active military member who achieved excellent results despite deployment constraints. 

We also tackle the business side: ROI, efficiency metrics, and how to make remote care financially sustainable. And critically, we show you how to get team buy-in, onboard patients effectively, and navigate the transition without disrupting current operations. 

Real stories, real results 

 Throughout the training, you’ll see real patient cases that illustrate what’s possible, like working parents no longer burning PTO for routine check-ins and general dentists experiencing elite orthodontic care through minimal in-office visits. These aren’t unicorns — these are the results that become possible when you align mindset, systems, and technology. 

It’s not just about technology 

My father taught me how to truly care for people by taking action. That lesson transformed how I think about patient care. When we leverage technology and systems to handle the routine aspects of care, we create space to connect with patients on a human level. We give them real-time communication, personalized attention, and critically, we give them their time back too. 

This isn’t about replacing the doctor-patient relationship. It’s about enhancing it by being present for what matters most. It’s about recording a quick video message to a patient from the airport, knowing they’ll get personalized attention without you sacrificing your evening with your family. 

Remote monitoring doesn’t mean distant care. It means being available on patients’ time, in their lives, when they need you — not just during your office hours. 

Your next step  

This winter is the perfect time to reflect on what you want more of and what you want to be better. The gift of time is the most precious gift we can give ourselves, our teams, and our patients. 

The Remote Orthodontist provides the roadmap to reclaim that time. Our current RPR Framework includes CE credits, lifetime access to all materials, updates, and comprehensive training that’s been battle-tested across thousands of cases. And we’re constantly evolving based on what we’re learning and what you need.  

The orthodontic profession is at an inflection point. We have access to incredible technology, streamlined systems, and educational opportunities our predecessors could only dream of. The question is: Will we use these tools to do more and run faster, or will we use them to create space for what matters most — being present with our patients, our teams, and our families?  

You don’t have to choose between a thriving practice and a thriving life. But you do have to commit to making necessary, sometimes uncomfortable, changes.  

Your patients want to feel valued. Your team wants ownership and purpose, not just a paycheck. And you want to know you’ve made a difference without feeling like you left everything you had on the clinic floor.  

It’s about everyone you serve, and making sure you have enough left to serve yourself too. That’s how we do more with less, but better. 

Because you’re part of the Orthodontic Practice US community, and you’ve taken time to read this winter issue, we’re offering an exclusive opportunity: Use code WINTER2025 for $400 off our Remote Practice Revolution Framework.  

Visit theremoteorthodontist.com to learn more and enroll.  

Here’s to being present this winter, in every sense of the word.