Dentistry Gone Digital

MARCH 1, 2021

As we dive deeper into 2021, dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan of Odyssey Management is seeing three big issues with dental insurance that practices encounter. Second, Duncan says the right questions aren’t consistently being asked before the patient comes into the practice.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 1, 2023

We received many calls, texts, and emails at Levin Group asking about dropping out of one dental plan or all dental plans. A frequent topic of discussion on social media these days is whether to drop out of dental insurance plans. This number has been stable for some time, remaining relatively the same even during and after the pandemic.

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Dentistry Today

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Many agents simply use the same companies year after year and ask you to absorb the increases. Dentists have long understood that overhead is the enemy of profit and, therefore, the practice. However, overhead needs to be addressed more seriously and immediately than ever before. Here is the background. Reevaluate practice insurance costs.

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Dentistry Today

AUGUST 3, 2023

For new patients, try to learn at least ten personal things about them, and be sure to ask them about a few at their next appointment. A recognized expert on dental practice management and marketing, he has written more than 60 books and over 4,000 articles and regularly presents seminars in the U.S. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Roger P.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Questions had been asked with quite a few dental practice conferences with other opportunities and the job offer seemed terrific with many possibilities for learning and to be compensated nicely while doing so as well. Asking one’s boss may be looking for trouble if the owner has lagged in what was originally promised to the associate.

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Identity Dental

AUGUST 1, 2021

Here are tips from the experts on how to create one that sells. First, ask yourself what […]. You are on your way to becoming a key opinion leader, have a groundbreaking take on business management, or are teaching others how to run a great practice. Is it time to write an ebook? Choose a topic.

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Dentistry Today

AUGUST 30, 2023

The infection control resources include frequently asked questions and answers, articles, and checklists. OSAP focuses on strategies to improve compliance with safe practices and on building a strong network of recognized infection control experts. For additional information, visit www.osap.org.

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Dentistry Today

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Specializing in both teeth alignment and jaw correction, we have become the sought-after experts in creating the wide, signature Molen smile. Ask around our community and you will hear the same thing time and time again: there is something special about Molen. Molen Orthodontics is buying back candy from trick-or-treaters.

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Dentistry Today

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Emerging Undercurrents Threatening The DSO Boom The reverberations of rising interest rates are rippling through the private equity markets. This includes dental service organizations, or DSOs, which have heavily relied on private equity to fuel their dramatic growth. What will be the effect on the hitherto booming DSO sector?

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Dentistry Today

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

That changed my life; I am no longer the person I was when you last saw me.” The first time I uttered those words was several months past dental school graduation when I returned home from a mission trip, having served in a heavily guarded Mexican prison near La Paz, Mexico. I’d meant it fully and deeply. I’d meant it fully and deeply.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Talk to ten people and you’ll get ten different answers – especially if you ask the seller’s side, so let me be clear. Here’s Why You Should Not Ignore the Red Flags By: Dr. David Rice So you want to buy a dental practice and you’re worried you’re looking at the wrong practice. First, Acquisition or Start-Up? And, Don’t Sweat it!

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 27, 2023

When asked about this new program, Cellerant Founder and CEO, Dr. Lou Shuman explained, “ There are so many great technologies in the dental space that previously never ha d the opportunity to present their solutions to the DSO decision - makers. The program has outstanding benefits for DSOs. That gap is a real problem for most DSOs.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

On a recent episode of the Dental Assistant Nation podcast , dental’s pharmacology expert, Tom Viola, RPh , joined me to discuss a warning about multivitamins and how they may not be providing the benefits that dental professionals or their patients think they are. By: Kevin Henry. Viloa’s Reactions to Beta Carotene & Vitamin E.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JULY 20, 2021

One of the first questions a landlord will ask his or her broker is whether the tenant has professional representation. If the answer is no, they will ask if the tenant appears to know the market and is educated on the business points he or she is seeking. More than 80% of healthcare practices lease their office space.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

JULY 2, 2022

You should be reviewing notes, asking relevant questions, and doing your best to be prepared before every clinic. They know it could be your first time ever doing a given procedure and they don’t expect you to be an unflappable expert! Ask Questions. By: Dr. Sable Muntean. 4 Tips to Help Third Year Dental Students Succeed.

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Dentistry Today

MARCH 2, 2023

One of the dentists in attendance asked me about expanding her patient base. Doctors and hygienists should ask patients at the end of each visit to refer friends and family that they feel would enjoy being in the practice. I recently had the opportunity to present a seminar to a group of emerging dental leaders.

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Dentistry Today

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

One of the remaining elements is the “Consultants Corner” where, after presenting, attendees will have the opportunity to ask the experts specific questions and continue the conversation.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

APRIL 24, 2023

How did I do it, you might ask? Asking these types of questions will help narrow down the available options and choose the right 3D printing solution. With fast print speeds, ultra-fine resolution, networking capabilities, and device fabrication options, it’s an excellent solution for both novice and expert printers.

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Ask The Dentist

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Trying to address every dental concern in one visit not only goes against a sensible approach, but it is simply inhumane,” stated a dentist who was called in as an expert witness in Moldrem and Wilson’s legal case. When Wilson initially sought Moldrem’s consultation, the majority of her teeth were in a distressed state.

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Dental News and Technology

JUNE 8, 2021

exocad's own experts will offer tips on how to get the most out of the dynamic digital dentistry software portfolio, with a special focus on Instant Anatomic Morphing, removables, Model Creator , Smile Creator , PartialCAD and more. Galway and other products under the new educational umbrella Creator Center. The new rage. DentalCAD 3.0

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Dental News and Technology

AUGUST 23, 2021

OBJECTIVE(S) The objectives were to assess the diagnostic performance of a deep learning algorithm at detecting apical radiolucencies (ARs) on intraoral (IO) radiographs and compare the performance of the algorithm vs interpretation by experts. However, if inattentively read, radiographs can lead to over- or undertreatment.

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Dental Peers

APRIL 4, 2022

I was recently asked by a dentist to look into my crystal ball and tell them what I see for the future of dentistry. We know that when one is trying to predict the future, one must be prepared to be wrong more often than they are right! Still, it is always fun to play a bit of a guessing game, so I gave it my best shot.

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Dentistry Today

APRIL 18, 2023

These practices are led by 12 expert doctors, all of whom participated in one-on-one discussions with the Smile Doctors’ leadership and culture team before joining the network. That’s what we’re looking for and those are the questions we ask before moving forward with bringing a new doctor and practice into our network.”

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Rosemont Review

APRIL 15, 2024

The expert team at Rosemont Media highlights top marketing strategies to help plastic surgery practices stand out from the rest. Write blog posts to engage with current and potential patients, including answering frequently asked questions, highlighting treatment benefits, and debunking common myths about surgical procedures.

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Off the Cusp

JULY 12, 2022

Learn how CBCT imaging improves your diagnostic confidence Enhance your procedures and grow your practice by adding new patient offerings Join CBCT experts and hear how they have implemented the technology into their practice, digitalized their workflows and accelerated practice growth. Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. 15–17, 2022!

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Dentistry Today

JANUARY 25, 2024

You have put an extensive amount of time and effort into building your business to solve a specific problem, sell that solution, and become an expert in your field. In part one of this article , I discussed how optimizing your time is a key part of living a life of freedom. The other important tool to consider is your belief system.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Why is it that some dental practices have their team members for a long time and others have trouble keeping them? Why is it that the dental practices with long-time employees appear to be the ones that are the most productive, most stable, and happy? Is it luck or some hidden secret? I call the result of this “contagious clarity.”

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My Social Practice

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Here is a very real realistic scenario… In the near future a new patient is going to call a dental practice and ask a series of questions. They’ll ask about the dental procedure in question. How they should prepare for the appointment. How long the appointment will take. That is where this is heading.

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My Social Practice

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Invisalign Marketing For Dentists and Orthodontists If you’ve ever treated a patient who was hesitant about being called a “brace face,” then you know that Invisalign has revolutionized the way we think about straightening teeth, offering a discreet alternative to traditional braces. Fortunately, we’ve got your armor ready.

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Dentistry Today

AUGUST 21, 2023

AI, on the other hand, has been trained on more than 50 times as much X-ray image data as an average dentist will see in a lifetime, as well as over 100 dental experts. It never has a bad day, it’s never tired, and it has consumed more data by more experts than any dentist ever could. Especially when it comes to AI and Dentistry.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

OCTOBER 11, 2021

To combat the infodemic, she recommends the following strategies to ensure evidence-based, factual data are shared: Connect with public health experts on all types of media platforms. In this case, all sorts of false information spread regarding health, COVID-19, and vaccines. Put more resources into health communication and education.

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Dentistry Gone Digital

MARCH 24, 2021

You can determine the length of lease, concessions you ask for, economic terms, business terms, etc. CARR’s team of experts assist with start-ups, lease renewals, expansions, relocations, additional offices, purchases, and practice transitions. to learn more and find an expert agent representing healthcare practices in your area.

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Dentistry Today

JUNE 15, 2023

But in a new editorial from The Merck Manuals , one expert points out that halitosis may also be a sign of other, underlying medical conditions. The dentist will ask about your medical history and then do an examination. These bacteria break down certain amino acids into foul-smelling substances.

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Dental News and Technology

OCTOBER 16, 2023

When asked if dental care was affordable, 51% and 52% of Generation Z and Millennials said "no," and that number increased for older generations— 61% of both Generation X and Baby Boomers as well as 67% of Silent Generation respondents reported dental care as not being affordable. Are Consumers Prepared for Unexpected Dental Costs?

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Dentistry Gone Digital

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In this article, we will explore the insights shared by Jonathan Miller , a dental business expert, on the topic of startups versus practice acquisition. By: Tanya Sue Maestas As a dental professional, the decision to start your own practice or acquire an existing practice is a crucial one.

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Queen of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 10, 2023

The Job of Toothpaste Overloaded Toothbrush We ask a lot of toothpaste. Mr. Claude Hopkins, an advertising genius was asked to come up with an advertising campaign for this new product called “Pepsodent” that was minty, foamy and tasted good. Growing up in the 1960s, we were a loyal Crest toothpaste family.

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Rosemont Review

JUNE 21, 2022

Put yourself in their shoes: if you were a patient considering a tummy tuck, what sorts of questions would you ask? You may be asking, “How will I know which questions are trending online?” A cursory online search of your own can help ensure your blog topics align with what patients are actually asking.

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