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10 Ways to Celebrate Dental Assistants Recognition Week

Off the Cusp

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Read Time: 3 Minute, 24 Second Dental Assistants Recognition Week (#DARW24) is March 3-9, 2024. Dental assistants do more than simply assist the dentist during various treatment procedures. Give a social media shout out. Display a sign in the waiting room.

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10 Ways to Celebrate Dental Assistants Recognition Week

Off the Cusp

Dental Assistants Recognition Week (#DARW21) is March 7-13, 2021. Held the first full week in March each year, DARW is organized by the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) and is meant to recognize dental assistants for the key role they play in dental practices throughout the year.

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5 Things You Can Do to Ride Out the Hiring Crisis in Dentistry

Planet DDS

According to the ADA, as of last month, more than 80% of dentist owners are finding recruiting extremely or very challenging , particularly for dental hygienists and dental assistants. With the looming possibility of a third wave of the pandemic, here are five things your practice can do to ride out the hiring crisis.

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Overcoming Hiring Challenges for Your DSO

Planet DDS

Through practice management or imaging solutions that reduce the workload for employees, you can work to lower the rate of burnout and attrition in your workforce. Post Job Listings on Social Media. Alternatively, you can post about job openings on your social media profiles like Instagram and Facebook.

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Keep the Operating Costs of Your Private Dental Practice Healthy

Planet DDS

Median hourly salary of other private practice dental staff: Full-time dental hygienist: $36.65. Full-time chairside dental assistant: $19.27 [1]. For example, social media and digital marketing have more appeal to a younger and middle-aged demographic than it might with the senior-aged.

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How Much Should I Pay My Dental Team?

Delivering Wow

I don’t mean to brag, but I’ve helped thousands of dentists increase their revenue, grow their practice, and turn their practice into the practice of their dreams. Whether you’re struggling with your marketing, productivity goals, or whatever else comes with running a dental practice, I’m here to help.

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Dental Practice Success: 4 Tips To Close Out the Year Strong

Off the Cusp

Post to your social media account announcing this day so that parents are aware that they can easily get their child in for their annual checkup. A surprise walkthrough treat day, social media shout outs and sending staff virtual gifts are all great ways to show your staff they’re appreciated.