Reverse Crown Prep: Why This Nerdy Technique + Membership Plans = More YESes and Bigger Profits

June 19, 2025
Topics: Dental
Written by: Lisa Rasmussen

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“Reverse Crown Prep Isn’t Just Geeky. It’s Your Crown Jewel for Case Acceptance.”

Let’s get real: If you’re a dentist who geeks out over prep margins, axial walls, and burr selection… you’re in good company.

Because today, we’re diving into a little-known but massively impactful technique: reverse crown prep.
It’s precise. It’s beautiful. And it sets the stage for flawless restorations.

But here’s the kicker…

No prep technique matters if your patient says NO because of insurance B.S. or cost confusion.

Yeah, your reverse crown prep may be a masterpiece—but if your patient’s dental benefits max out at $1,000 and the crown costs $1,300, guess who’s walking out the door?

That’s where BoomCloud™ and a smart membership plan save the day.
Because when patients pay YOU monthly and know what to expect—they say YES more often, and your perfect preps actually get seated.

Now let’s talk science, sales, and scaling your revenue with a little crown wizardry


Story: The Reverse Crown Prep That Almost Didn’t Happen

Dr. Simone Davis is a legit crown ninja
She discovered reverse crown prep at a CE course and was hooked.

Instead of doing the traditional occlusal prep first, she started by shaping the margin, then tapering up—a reverse technique that lets you:

  • Better visualize reduction

  • Control emergence profile

  • Preserve tooth structure

Nerd level: Expert

But there was a problem…

Every time she explained the benefits, patients still said: “Will insurance cover it?”

If not, they bailed—especially the uninsured ones.

So she launched a BoomCloud™ membership plan:
2 cleanings/year
Free exams & x-rays
20% off advanced treatments like reverse crown preps

In 8 months:

  • 574 members

  • $19,425 MRR

  • $233,100 ARR

  • 4.2x increase in crown acceptance

  • 88% of new cases used reverse prep technique

Mic drop


What Is Reverse Crown Prep (and Why Should You Care)?

Traditional prep = reduce occlusal, then axial
Reverse prep = outline the margin first, then taper occlusal reduction down to it.

Why dentists love it:
✅ Better emergence profiles
✅ Ideal prep geometry
✅ Improved visibility
✅ Stronger final restorations
✅ Less “over-tapering” of walls

You basically prep like a sculptor, not a woodworker ➡️

Perfect for:

  • Posterior crowns

  • Bridges

  • Situations with tight contacts

  • High aesthetic demand cases

But again… technique is just the first half of the battle.
Patient acceptance is where the win happens.


Insurance Kills Advanced Dentistry. Membership Resurrects It.

Insurance doesn’t give a flying floss string about:

  • Prep technique

  • Chair time

  • Tech investment

  • Continuing education

They just care if it’s “medically necessary” or “least costly alternative.”

Which is why dentists who offer membership plans through BoomCloud™ start winning again.

Because you offer:
Predictable monthly payments
Transparent discounts
Instant value (no waiting periods!)
NO insurance interference

Result?
More crowns. More reverse prep. More happy patients. More predictable profits.


MRR, ARR & The Membership Magic Behind Reverse Crown Acceptance

Let’s break it down.

Traditional Model:

  • Crown fee: $1,300

  • Insurance pays: $600

  • Write-off: $700

  • Patient says “I’ll think about it”

  • Case lost

BoomCloud™ Membership Model:

  • Crown fee: $1,300

  • Discount: 20% = $1,040

  • Paid directly by patient

  • No write-offs

  • No denials

  • Case accepted same day

Now imagine this across 500+ members. Here’s what that looks like:

Metric Value
Avg. monthly fee $35
500 members $17,500 MRR
Annual recurring revenue $210,000 ARR
Avg. treatment plan acceptance 72% ↑
Revenue per patient 2–4x non-members

That’s a profitable crown funnel with no PPO in sight.


How BoomCloud™ Helps You Sell Reverse Preps Like a Boss

Custom Plan Builder
Set your own fees, discounts, and benefits—tailor them around services like reverse crown prep!

Automated Monthly Billing
Cha-ching You get recurring cash flow, they get access to discounted care.

Patient Portal + Auto Renewal
Simplified onboarding and retention = happy patients

MRR & ARR Dashboards
Track your practice like a subscription business—hello, scale!

Marketing Tools
Promos, referral incentives, and killer in-office messaging


Case Study: How a 3-Op Practice Quadrupled Crown Revenue With BoomCloud™

Practice: Artisan Dental, Boise ID
Problem: Low crown acceptance due to price resistance
Focus: Advanced techniques like reverse crown prep

BoomCloud™ Results:

  • 618 active members

  • $23,205 in MRR

  • $278,460 in ARR

  • 4x boost in restorative case volume

  • 63% crown acceptance rate on membership patients

  • 90% retention after first year

Dr. Patel:

“Patients actually say YES to the dentistry I love doing. That’s everything.”


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Cool Ways to Boost Reverse Crown Case Acceptance With Memberships

Offer a crown-focused tier
Bundle in hygiene & diagnostics
Market “20% off premium crowns”
Promote success stories + before/afters
Create urgency—“limited to 25 members per month”
Train team to speak confidently about value


FAQs

Is reverse crown prep better than traditional prep?
Depends on the case—but many dentists love the visibility and precision it offers.

How do I get patients to pay for advanced restorations?
Simplify the cost conversation with a membership plan that includes real, visible value.

Can I use BoomCloud™ with insurance patients?
Yes—many practices use it as a hybrid model to serve uninsured or underinsured patients.

Is reverse prep only for molars?
Nope! It can be used on any crown prep where control and visualization are important.

How long does it take to set up BoomCloud™?
Most offices launch in under 2 weeks—with full onboarding support included.


Conclusion: Reverse Crown Prep Is Powerful—But Only If Patients Say YES

You can be the most skilled prep artist on the planet.
You can have the best burr kit, the cleanest margins, the smoothest finish lines…

But if your patients can’t afford it—or insurance refuses to cover it—you’re spinning your wheels.

BoomCloud™ puts control back in your hands.
You offer advanced dentistry. They pay monthly. Everyone wins.

More YESes
More Revenue
More Fulfillment

Reverse your preps. Reverse your practice model.
And finally stop waiting on insurance to say “approved.”


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