Oral Health Group
OCTOBER 3, 2022
In last month’s blog, I asked the crucial question whether you can still be happy in private practice. I believe you can and how you achieve it is something I will explore in upcoming blogs. However, before we move into … The post Are You Truly Happy in Dentistry? appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Gone Digital
JULY 19, 2022
By: Tara Abouhmahboub. When you become a dentist, navigating the job market can be a challenge, and you certainly don’t want to do it on your own. Top 5 People To Know When Starting Your Dental Career. Here are the five people you’ll definitely want to know when starting your career! 1. Accountant. This one is pretty much just brass tacks. Between school debt, investments, retirement accounts, and normal spending, you can quickly lose track of your finances.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Dental Peers
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
It is always interesting to observe how perspectives change from one generation to the next. While consulting with a dentist in Ottawa approximately 10 years ago, a 4 th -year dental student dropped by. An ambitious person, she was already exploring the path for potential associate opportunities when she graduated the following year. We chatted and she shared with me some of her thoughts on her future in dentistry.
Off the Cusp
APRIL 22, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 21 Second. Spring’s arrival brings tiny buds that grow into verdant leaves, and grass that grows greener by the day. As the calendar turns to April and nature continues greening up, Earth Day reminds us of our shared responsibility to take steps toward a “greener” planet. A quick search will show you green dentistry is much more than a trend, with tips, advice and examples of practices that are doing it well just a few mouse clicks away.
Clicc Media
OCTOBER 2, 2022
Don’t Turn Away Your Visitors With a Slow Loading Website Consumers both in the real world and online, expect instant results. With internet speeds at an all-time high, we can access limitless information with just a click of a button and within seconds. To satisfy customers, site speed optimization is no longer an option; it […]. The post Why Site Speed Optimization Matters and Tools to Help You appeared first on Clicc Media Inc.
Dental News and Technology
AUGUST 21, 2022
19 days of webinars are coming thanks to Dexis. Lots of great content from amazing speakers. I am presenting on Wednesday September 21 at 7PM EDT speaking on Artificial Intelligence in Dentistry. Go check out the topics and use the link below to sign up!
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
Rosalie Goode, RDH, recently began practicing as a dental therapist at Willamette Dental Group in Southern Oregon. She provides restorative care, extracts teeth, and prescribes medications under the supervision of a dentist. Goode is a graduate of a pilot program at the Pacific University School of Dental Hygiene in Forest Grove, Oregon, to create a new midlevel practitioner in the state.
Dentistry Driven brings together the best content for dental professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
ASDA Blog
OCTOBER 19, 2022
A little-known but admirable outreach program for dentists, hygienists and dental students is the St. Francis Mission Among The Lakota Dental Clinic in South Dakota. Situated just inside the western border of the Rosebud Indian Reservation, the clinic offers free dental care to the Lakota people. For nine years, the clinic has been serving those in high need of dental care.
Patient News
JULY 1, 2022
4 ways to increase production We have closed off the first 6 months of the year. Are you trending towards achievement of the production goal you set for this fiscal? Are you ahead, or are things lagging? It’s not a bad time to hit pause for a moment, take a beat, and look to reset. To spend time considering what. The post Perfect time to hit the pause button appeared first on Patient News.
Rosemont Review
DECEMBER 6, 2022
The holiday season is officially upon us, and with traditions of festive food and family time comes the yearly increase in spending. As we work on our wish lists, many brands are ramping up their marketing efforts to advertise goods and services with one purpose: to get our attention. Just as department stores flash their specials, so should your dental or medical practice!
Oral Health Group
JANUARY 10, 2022
We’ve all heard, “it takes money to make money.” That is true of any business, including a dental practice. While some practice owners would like to view marketing as an unnecessary expense, it is vital if you want to grow … The post Make the Most of Your Investment: 5 Budget-Friendly Marketing Tips for 2022 appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Gone Digital
AUGUST 29, 2022
By: Jeffrey W. Horowitz, DMD, FAGD, D-ABDSM, D-ASBA. Have you ever run into pitting and erosive tooth lesions during your time as a dentist? Here is a case study on my experience with it. Pitting and Erosive Tooth Lesions: Case Study. Patient Information: 69-year-old white male presents for a dental exam concerned with tooth wear and minor orthodontic relapse Medical history positive for hypertension, G.E.R.D., and Hypothyroidism Dental/Perio Exam negative other than Amalgam leakage #7, posterio
Dental Peers
MAY 2, 2022
It is an interesting contradiction to talk to dental students about the importance of learning about the business side of dentistry. The response I receive to offering training on management, human resources, marketing and financial planning is that they are so stressed focusing on the clinical components they need to earn their degrees, they don’t have time to worry about these topics.
Off the Cusp
JANUARY 24, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 14 Second. Whether used for making a small adjustment or for endodontic surgery, dental handpieces are an essential part of any dental practice. The first dental drills may have been developed thousands of years ago, but today’s handpieces have come a long way. Here’s a basic breakdown of the most common types of handpieces and how they’re being used today.
My Social Practice
AUGUST 25, 2022
How To Prevent Your Facebook Page From Being Hacked Like Ours Did. On July 11th, hackers got into our Facebook page. They used our credit cards, removed admins, reassigned job descriptions and permissions, deleted emails and phone numbers, and started running weight loss ads. It took three weeks of us hounding Meta/Facebook to get them kicked out of our account.
Dental News and Technology
JUNE 7, 2022
6 Composite Veneers in 60 minutes The Revolution in Composite Veneers has begun!! The sensational new system has swept the UK and Australia by storm and has finally reached the USA and Canada “The most exciting concept and system to hit dentistry in the last 15 years. SmileFast is certainly set to transform the way smile makeovers are delivered” David Winkler – founding president of the Scandinavian Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, past-president of the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, foun
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
AUGUST 28, 2022
The state of California is serious about growing its oral health workforce in order to improve access to care for vulnerable populations. California’s Department of Health Care Access and Information has programs for dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants, as well as students. The loan repayment program offers up to $50,000 in loan repayment for clinicians willing to spend 1 to 2 years working in health professional shortage areas.
Coaches Corner
DECEMBER 22, 2022
Did a video promoting a dental seminar actually make Dr. Rich hurl? Well, almost. Find out why in this episode of The Dental Practice Fixers dental podcast for dentists, and also learn about why it is often a bad idea to get distracted by passive income and side hustle opportunities. Then we present some of the strangest mystery shopper calls in the history of the show!
ASDA Blog
JANUARY 12, 2022
There is evidence that effective communication practices lead to higher quality patient outcomes, such as greater satisfaction, greater understanding and recall, lower costs of care, better compliance with prevention and treatment protocols, and even better treatment outcomes (1, 2, 3, 4). Communication is clearly important. But why does communication sometimes fail?
Patient News
MAY 13, 2022
This article is here to provide encouragement. 80% of patients want better service. We say, “No problem!” We can help you implement a couple very easy tactics that will make you stand out and your patients happier with the service from your practice. The fact is that every little bit of movement your dental practice can, and is, making to.
The Big Brush
AUGUST 17, 2022
If you own your practice and eventually want to retire from your dental career, it’s never too early to begin thinking about what you want to do when the time comes. One option is to sell your dental practice to another professional who can take on your business and continue growing your legacy.
Oral Health Group
MARCH 14, 2022
Most dentists and practice managers know exactly how many new patients they acquired in the past year. However, far too many are unable to answer this simple question: Exactly how much is a patient worth? More importantly, which patients are … The post Marketing Tips for Attracting High-Value Dental Patients appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Gone Digital
NOVEMBER 17, 2022
By: Savanah Craig. I graduated from dental school in March 2022 and I’m currently in a general practitioner residency program. I’m writing to offer some advice for young dentists out there who are about to graduate on how to manage in a clinical setting after graduation. Tips to Excel in Your Clinical Setting After Graduation. 1. Learn from Your Assistants.
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. Regardless of which of my predictions may come to pass or not, the one aspect I am quite confident in is that dentistry will reward those who are creative.
Off the Cusp
MARCH 11, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 2 Minute, 39 Second. Treating pediatric patients can be stressful for everyone: the dental team, the patient caregiver and the patient themselves. To achieve successful outcomes without inadvertently fostering fear and anxiety that may persist into later years, it is critical to develop good behavior management techniques.
Rosemont Review
AUGUST 2, 2022
To inform or to promote—that is the question. With all of the time and effort you put towards establishing your online presence, you want to make sure the content you’re publishing—whether on your website or social media accounts—is being noticed. When done right, these posts can be highly influential for your brand. So which can provide a bigger impact: informational or promotional content?
Dentistry Blog
JULY 11, 2022
Chronic teeth grinding and clenching is a problem for many dental patients and is well known for causing significant damage to teeth. However, it can be treated by providing patients with a custom-made dental night guard.
Dimensions of Dental Hygiene
OCTOBER 29, 2022
A study conducted on the properties of cocoa, the main ingredient in chocolate, found that the plant-derived proanthocyanidins (PACs) contained within cocoa offer oral health benefits. The PACs were found to strengthen dentin; however, the extent of this ability was impacted by the structure of individual PACs. The study was published in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry , and was part of several studies conducted on chocolate and its internal components.
Coaches Corner
DECEMBER 1, 2022
Ready to improve your cash flow and decrease your overhead in 2023? On today’s episode of The Dental Practice Fixers dental podcast for dentists, we’ll reveal ten things you can do right now to get 2023 off to a great start. And then, four mystery shopper calls – four bad results. Don’t make the same mistakes!! Ready to improve your cash flow and decrease your overhead in 2023?
ASDA Blog
JANUARY 5, 2022
Since day one in dental school, I knew I wanted to be a member of ASDA. I had heard so much about how it advocates for students, helps mold leadership skills and provides a community of peers going through the same challenges you are going through and help each other. Being part of the University of Puerto Rico’s ASDA chapter, I felt a sense of belonging and community from the start.
Patient News
DECEMBER 1, 2022
1993 – 2023 2023 marks 30 years that Patient NEWS® has been helping dentists stand out and grow. THIRTY YEARS! You would never guess it when you look at Wayne Lavery, CEO, and Karen Galley, President. First, they look awesome, and second, they are as engaged, interested, and dedicated to the success of Patient NEWS, our team, and our dental. The post Leverage our 30 years of dental marketing know-how appeared first on Patient News.
YapiApp
JULY 7, 2022
Asking your dental patients for online reviews can be a simple task! Here are some clever ways to ask your dental patients to review you online! ……… If you’re reading this blog, you likely already know that getting dental patients to leave reviews is vital to your practice’s reputation management and can strengthen patient acquisition and retention.
Oral Health Group
SEPTEMBER 12, 2022
Marketing is not what it appears. Dental practice owners and managers (and, to be fair, most other business people as well) tend to view marketing as synonymous with promotion. In reality, it is much more than that. In fact, some … The post Six Things Dentists Get Wrong About Digital Marketing appeared first on Oral Health Group.
Dentistry Gone Digital
SEPTEMBER 1, 2022
By: Savanah Craig. It won’t shock anyone to know that there are many important things that dental school didn’t teach you. Unfortunately, many of the topics that dental school skipped over are critical to your success and are necessary to protect the investments you made in this career. 3 Things Dental School Didn’t Teach You. Let’s talk through some of the ‘adult’ topics that no one taught you in dental school: Obtaining Disability Insurance Getting Your State License Planning for Repayme
My Social Practice
AUGUST 19, 2022
Changes To Dentist Website SEO: Googles ‘Helpful Content’ Update. We have some Good news for all those dental marketing SEO gurus who have been writing super helpful content for dental practices. Do you know what I’m talking about? It’s the type of content that provides real value for patients. . We also have Bad news for all those SEO goofballs who’ve been writing SEO-optimized content that attempts to fake Google into better rankings.
Off the Cusp
AUGUST 30, 2022
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Read Time: 6 Minute, 14 Second. Dentistry is a physically demanding profession, with repetitive reaching, twisting and turning that can lead to chronic back and neck pain. However, a good set of core equipment (patient chair, dental light, delivery system and dental team seating) will enable and encourage comfortable patient positioning and provide excellent access to the patient’s oral cavity.
Rosemont Review
NOVEMBER 8, 2022
Digital marketing is one of the best ways to take your medical or dental practice to the next level, and the good news is you don’t need a huge budget to see results. Even if you’re not ready to dedicate a large amount to your online marketing efforts, there are still ways you can utilize your current budget to effectively get your name out there and more patients into your office.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
264 
Let's personalize your content