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Seeking to Hire a Great Receptionist for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Nov 25, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Although Merriam Webster defines “receptionist” as a greeter, a person who welcomes patients or guests into your office, the actual scope of the job ...

Seeking to Schedule Efficient Dental Patient Visits

Posted on Nov 23, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Any business needs proper structure and organization to run optimally. Your dental practice is no exception. Use the following tips to help one of ...

What’s the Future of Dentistry Technology?

Posted on Nov 18, 2020 9:00:00 AM

The world of dentistry is ever-evolving, incorporating new and innovative technologies into the patient treatment process. New tech like 3D printing, ...

7 COVID Procedures of Dental Practices

Posted on Nov 16, 2020 9:00:00 AM

In the spring of 2020, the United States was inundated with mandatory shutdowns and closures in reaction to the novel virus COVID-19. Since that ...

How to Write a New Patient Call Script for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Nov 11, 2020 9:00:00 AM

While treating the same patients year after year is nostalgic and even admirable, as a healthy, thriving dental practice, you must reach beyond ...

How to Create a Positive Work Environment at Your Dental Practice

Posted on Nov 9, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Did you know there is a direct correlation between patient satisfaction and how your staff feels about their workplace environment?

How to Become a Dental Associate

Posted on Nov 4, 2020 9:00:00 AM

A dental associateship is an excellent way to practice dentistry without the burden of running one’s own independent practice. Dental associateships ...

How to Conduct Performance Reviews at a Dental Practice

Posted on Nov 2, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Regular performance reviews may be an important part of establishing and maintaining a dental practice. Unfortunately, the process of performing them ...

Leadership Training for Dentists: Is It Worthwhile?

Posted on Oct 28, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Leadership training is a great way to improve your dentistry management and human resource skills. Incidentally, it’s becoming so popular among the ...

What Is a Cost of Living Rider?

Posted on Oct 26, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Disability income insurance can come with the option of various optional riders you can add to your policy. Before committing to a disability income ...

How Much Is Business Loan Insurance for Dental Practices?

Posted on Oct 21, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Purchasing business loan insurance when starting your dental practice may be an appropriate consideration. It may also be required by the lender.

What Are the Dental Specialties in the United States?

Posted on Oct 19, 2020 9:00:00 AM

At some point, a dentist may need to determine their area of specialty, if they’ll have one. The following is a comprehensive breakdown of the dental ...

Why Is Hand Pain So Common for Dentists?

Posted on Oct 14, 2020 9:00:00 AM

There are risks for personal injury in virtually any profession. The dental industry is no exception. While you may not have to worry about many ...

I’m a Dentist with Arthritis: What Can I Do?

Posted on Oct 12, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Although it’s often considered an elderly condition, the debilitating, degenerative disease of arthritis can and does affect younger people.

4 Tips to Consider When Hiring an Associate Dentist

Posted on Oct 7, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Choosing to hire an associate dentist into your practice is a major decision. After all, adding a team member to your current staff requires a large ...

Hand Insurance for Dentists: What Could You Consider?

Posted on Oct 5, 2020 9:00:00 AM

As a dentist, your hands are crucial to your career. In fact, some dentists choose to take out insurance policies on their hands in order to protect ...

How You Can Review HIPAA Compliance in Your Dental Office

Posted on Sep 30, 2020 9:00:00 AM

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a complex set of guidelines designed to protect the privacy and security of ...

Your New Dental Office Equipment Checklist

Posted on Sep 28, 2020 9:00:00 AM

When you're stocking a new dental office, it's important to keep in mind that dental office equipment largely plays a utilitarian role. You need ...

5 Employees You May Need to Start a Dental Practice

Posted on Sep 23, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Every dentist who opens a new practice needs a staff to open with them.

4 Signs It May Be Time to Sell Your Dental Practice

Posted on Sep 21, 2020 9:00:00 AM

There's a point where everyone reassesses how they want the remainder of their lives to look. An important question for many dentists is whether ...

What You Can Do in Case of a Ransomware Attack on Your Dental Office

Posted on Sep 16, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Juggling the demands of a busy dental practice is hard enough with day-to-day duties. The constant threat of cyberattack is another layer that makes ...

4 Kinds of Cyber Attacks That Dentists Need to Know about

Posted on Sep 14, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dental practice cyber attacks can occur without warning and cause significant damage.

6 Ways to Try to Prevent Burnout as a Dentist

Posted on Sep 9, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Until recently, burnout has seemed more like a buzzword than a problem in the workplace. That’s why, in 2019, the World Health Organization ...

Financial Planning for Dentists: Some Information to Consider

Posted on Aug 26, 2020 9:45:18 AM

Financial planning may be useful for professionals in a variety of industries, including dentistry. While an individual’s goals with financial ...

Workers’ Compensation vs. Disability Income Protection: What’s the Difference for Dentists?

Posted on Aug 19, 2020 9:00:00 AM

One important part of pursuing your future goals as a dentist is procuring appropriate insurance protection for yourself and your practice. Both ...

Dental School at 30: Is It Too Late to Start?

Posted on Aug 17, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Is it too late to start dental school when you’re 30?

Insurance for Dentists: What Coverage Do Dentists Need?

Posted on Aug 10, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Personal and professional insurance may be one of the most important purchases you make early on in your career. In fact, some coverage may be ...

Malpractice Insurance for Dentists: Some Information to Know

Posted on Aug 5, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Unlike other types of optional insurance policies, malpractice insurance for dentists may be required, meaning to become licensed as a practicing ...

Disability Insurance for Dentists: Some Information to Know

Posted on Aug 3, 2020 9:00:00 AM

If you are injured or become ill and are subsequently unable to practice dentistry, you could experience a significant loss of income. Disability ...

Five Things You Should Know About Malpractice Insurance

Posted on Jul 31, 2020 1:56:00 AM

Professional liability insurance (often referred to as malpractice insurance) should be purchased prior to seeing your first patient in private ...

Data Breach: A Reality For Dental Offices, Too

Posted on Jul 29, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Data breaches don't just happen to financial institutions. Healthcare providers, including dentists, are at risk for security and compliance ...

5 Questions to Help Choose Your Dental Specialty

Posted on Jul 27, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Choosing a dental speciality while in school is an essential part of starting your career. There are 10 specialty areas formally approved by the ...

The Dental Student's Guide to Applying for Disability Income Insurance

Posted on Jul 22, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Contributed by Christian Pearson, National Director of Dental Partnerships, Treloar & Heisel, Inc. In our work with dental students across the ...

Corporate Dentistry Versus Private Practice: Which One is Right For You?

Posted on Jul 20, 2020 1:21:35 PM

When you’re ready to begin practicing, or at some point in your career, you may have to choose between taking a job in corporate dentistry or ...

Associate vs. Business Owner: Which Dental Role is Right for You?

Posted on Jul 15, 2020 9:52:55 AM

Once you finish dental school and you’re ready to strike out on your own, you’ll likely have some big decisions to make. Some decide to start or buy ...

4 Tips for Successfully Training a Dental Assistant

Posted on Jul 13, 2020 5:48:21 PM

Successfully hiring, training and maintaining a dental practice staff may require research, experience and inevitably, some trial and error. Managing ...

What is Disability Income Insurance?

Posted on Jul 8, 2020 3:36:58 PM

Just like its name implies, disability income insurance – commonly known as “DI” - is a type of insurance that may pay you a benefit if you are no ...

7 Great Benefits You Can Offer Employees at Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jul 6, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Offering a competitive package of employee benefits is one of the top ways for dentists to seek to build a successful practice. Turnover can ...

When Buying a Vacation Home May Make Sense

Posted on Jul 1, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Are you a practicing dentist that’s ready for a vacation home? It can be tough to know when this big purchase makes sense.

What Are SMART Goals and How Can They Help Your Dental Practice Grow?

Posted on Jun 29, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Goal-setting may be an important part of running a successful dental office, but the process of setting goals itself can be difficult to establish. ...

How New Dentists Can Discuss Consumer Dental Care Products with Patients

Posted on Jun 24, 2020 9:00:00 AM

When people hear the word “dentist,” they may think about routine exams, cavity fillings, root canals, and other procedures.

Why Dentists Need Public Speaking Skills

Posted on Jun 22, 2020 9:00:00 AM

As a dentist, it’s often your responsibility to engage with patients and provide them with a positive experience at your practice, whether you’re the ...

7 Ways Your Dental Practice Can Use Google My Business

Posted on Jun 17, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Google My Business (GMB) is a convenient, free, and potentially important part of any dental practice’s marketing efforts.

How to Set & Fulfill Goals for New Patient Acquisition

Posted on Jun 15, 2020 9:00:00 AM

New patient acquisition is likely integral to the success of your dental practice. Here's how you can set and work to fulfill practice goals for ...

How to Pick the Right Phone System for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jun 10, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Your dental practice's telephone system is likely the primary way patients reach out to your office to schedule an appointment. It’s important that ...

8 Outreach Methods to Engage Your Patients

Posted on Jun 8, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Patient outreach may be a core part of your dental marketing efforts. Here are some ways to try to encourage patients to come through your doors:

How to Try to Create a Winning Team at Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jun 3, 2020 9:00:00 AM

You can try to create a winning dental team at your practice by utilizing these hiring and management strategies.

6 Most Inspiring Dentist Offices Across the US

Posted on Jun 1, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Some of the best dentist offices across America do more than just provide superior dental care -- they engage with patients and provide an ...

What Is a Marketing Funnel and How Can It Help Grow Your Dental Practice?

Posted on May 27, 2020 9:00:00 AM

A marketing funnel is a term for any digital assets your business has that help attract, nurture, and convert website visitors into paying patients. ...

13 Signs It's Time to Redesign Your Dental Practice's Website

Posted on May 25, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Your practice's website is an important point of contact between your office and your patients. This face of your business greets potential patients ...

6 Dental Industry Podcasts to Follow

Posted on May 20, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dental podcasts are a great way to get information on the go. They can help you stay up-to-date on the latest changes in the dental industry, and ...

6 Ways Your Dental Practice May Benefit from Dental Management Software Training

Posted on May 18, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dental management software is an integral part of your practice, but is your team trained to make the most of it? Here are 6 ways your dental ...

5 Ways to Automate Dental Patient Engagement

Posted on May 13, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Patient engagement may be critical to the success of a dental practice, but busy dentists don't often have the time to devote to in-depth engagement ...

5 Signs It Might Be Time to Hire a Personal CFO

Posted on Apr 30, 2020 9:00:00 AM

As a dentist, it can be difficult to manage both your financial goals and your day-to-day business. Fortunately, you could find a solution in a ...

When Do Dental Students Need Insurance?

Posted on Apr 27, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Practicing dentists need quality insurance coverage to protect them against the unexpected in every facet of their career. Dental students also need ...

5 Google Remarketing Tips for Dentists

Posted on Apr 22, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dentists interested in growing their practice through digital marketing can benefit from running Google Remarketing ads. Here's some of what you need ...

5 Dentist Social Media Scheduling Platforms

Posted on Apr 20, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Maintaining a social media presence can be challenging for busy dentists, but scheduling tools can help. With a social media scheduler, your dental ...

Why Telemedicine Matters for Dentists in 2020

Posted on Apr 15, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Telemedicine dentistry is expanding as an option provided by dentists. Learn what telemedicine is and what can it do for your practice, before your ...

5 Tips for Growing Your Dental Practice on Instagram

Posted on Apr 13, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Instagram is quickly gaining traction as a top platform for dentists to market their practice. Here are five tips for growing your dental practice's ...

What You Should Know About Residual Disability Benefit Riders

Posted on Apr 8, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Disability insurance is important when you work in the dental industry because it helps ensure you’re covered in the event of becoming incapacitated.

9 Facebook Remarketing Tips for Dentists

Posted on Apr 6, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Are you considering Facebook remarketing as part of your dental practice’s marketing strategy? It’s a smart move, and a lot of businesses have ...

7 Dental Practice Management Mistakes You Can Avoid

Posted on Apr 1, 2020 11:49:13 AM

Managing a dental practice efficiently and effectively can be challenging, even for experienced dentists. Here are seven dental management mistakes ...

5 Tips for Reducing Burnout in the Dental Workplace

Posted on Mar 30, 2020 9:00:00 AM

A study by Occupational Medicine and Health Affairs reports that 45% of dentists are burned out on their job. What is burnout and what can you do to ...

7 Ways to Go Above and Beyond to Help Build Patient Loyalty

Posted on Mar 25, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Keep patients happy and loyal to your dental practice by cultivating a positive experience from the moment they arrive, to booking their next ...

6 Dental Conferences to Attend in 2020

Posted on Mar 23, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Network, increase your service offerings, and learn how the industry is evolving by attending some of the top dental conferences in the industry this ...

8 Productivity Tips for Busy Dentists

Posted on Mar 18, 2020 9:00:00 AM

How productive you are directly impacts your practice's bottom line. However, staying on task can be challenging for busy dentists who may always ...

3 Tips to Help Secure Your Practice From Identity Theft

Posted on Mar 16, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Identity theft is on the rise, with a staggering 1 in 15 people becoming the victims of this type of fraud. Here are some ways your dental practice ...

Tips for Transitioning from Practicing to Retired Dentist

Posted on Mar 11, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Heading into retirement? Make sure your transition from practicing to retired is as seamless as possible with these tips.

5 Benefits of Mobile Dentistry

Posted on Mar 9, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Like other modern dentistry trends, mobile dentistry is a recent trend that may help your practice to stay competitive. Learn what mobile dentistry ...

Why You Should Take OSHA Compliance Seriously

Posted on Mar 4, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Is your dental practice following OSHA guidelines? If not, you could be at risk. Here's some general information to note about OSHA compliance for ...

2020 Marketing Trends Your Dental Practice Should Be Following

Posted on Mar 2, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dental marketing has changed drastically in the last several years and continues to do so. Here are the trends you should be paying attention to in ...

Tips for Handling Mistakes as a Dentist

Posted on Feb 28, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Making mistakes is typically part of professional growth. However, they need to be handled accordingly, especially clinical mistakes that may have ...

What is Remarketing and How it Might Help Your Dental Practice

Posted on Feb 26, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Remarketing, or retargeting, is gaining traction as a powerful dental marketing strategy. Here's what you should know about remarketing and how it ...

How to Turn Negative Patient Feedback Into An Opportunity For Growth

Posted on Feb 24, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Every dental practice may receive some degree of negative patient feedback at some point. Learn how to handle it the right way, by turning a negative ...

7 Tools to Help Maintain an Organized, Efficient Dental Practice

Posted on Feb 21, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Today's dental technology can help you develop services that keep your practice at the forefront of the industry, but what about your back end? ...

Why every dental practice should have core values

Why Every Practice Should Have Clearly Defined Core Values

Posted on Feb 19, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Core values are critical for every business, to guide employees, direct the growth of the brand and allow patients to connect with you on a deeper ...

Tips to help dental practice get more phone calls

Tips To Help Your Practice Get More Phone Calls

Posted on Feb 17, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Phone calls are the lifeline connecting your dental practice to patients. Use these simple and effective tips to help generate more calls to your ...

Here's Why Your Dental Practice Should Be Using Call Analytics

Posted on Feb 14, 2020 9:00:00 AM

When patients call your dental office to make an appointment, do you know where they're calling from? How they found your practice? And what ...

How Dentists Can Use Good Communication to Improve Practice Performance

Posted on Feb 12, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Dentists use communication skills every day to interact with patients, but are you conveying your desired message well enough to achieve your goals? ...

The Do's and Don'ts of LinkedIn Networking for Dental Professionals

Posted on Feb 10, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Navigating LinkedIn can be intimidating for dentists, but it’s an important professional tool that may be worth understanding and investing your time ...

how networking can help grow dental practice

How Networking Can Help You Grow In Your Dental Career

Posted on Feb 7, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Networking is touted as a must-do for dentists, but what makes networking so important and how can it actually help improve your dental career? ...

Attending a Dental Conference? Here's How to Help Make the Most Out of It

Posted on Feb 5, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Part of being a dental professional is attending dental conferences in order to expand your knowledge base, keep up with industry trends and obtain ...

8 Tools to Help Determine How Your Practice Should Grow

Posted on Feb 3, 2020 9:00:00 AM

To effectively expand your dental practice, you need a solid, modern dental marketing strategy. For those without marketing backgrounds to create ...

7 Things to Include In Your Dental Practice's Marketing Strategy

Posted on Jan 31, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Your dental practice's digital marketing tactics are a critical component of your overarching advertising strategy. With a little homework, you may ...

how to conduct a competitive analysis for dentists

How to Conduct a Competitive Analysis For Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jan 29, 2020 9:00:00 AM

A competitive analysis can give your dental practice a wealth of information that can be used to try to optimize your own marketing campaigns and ...

How Your Dental Practice Can Benefit From a Competitive Analysis

Posted on Jan 27, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Marketing your dental practice requires a multi-pronged approach, one of which is a competitive analysis. Here's what it is and why dental practice ...

What is Ransomware and Why It's Important

Posted on Jan 24, 2020 9:00:00 AM

You may have heard about ransomware when evaluating software for your dental practice. It can be beneficial to your data security to understand what ...

Mentorship in Dental School: What Dental Students Need to Know

Posted on Jan 22, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Mentorship in dental school can greatly contribute to your future success. Learn more about how to find and work with a great mentor with these tips.

Getting Your Laser Dentistry Certification? Here's What to Expect

Posted on Jan 22, 2020 9:00:00 AM

If you've decided to get your laser dentistry (ALD) certification, it's important to prepare. Here's what you might expect as you go through the ...

What is Teledentistry and How is It Changing the Industry?

Posted on Jan 20, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Teledentistry is a new form of professional dental service that offers care to patients wherever they are. Excited about virtual dental care trends? ...

Carpel tunnel prevention tips for dentists

5 Carpal Tunnel Prevention Tips For Dentists

Posted on Jan 17, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Like many professionals who use their hands excessively in their line of work, dentists are at a higher risk of developing carpal tunnel. Here's how ...

Tips for maintaining continuing education

Tips for Maintaining Your Continuing Education (CE) Credits

Posted on Jan 15, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Maintaining your continuing education credits can be a daunting but crucial task. Manage your CE with these tips.

Types of insurances your dental practice should consider

4 Types of Insurance That Your Dental Practice Should Consider

Posted on Jan 13, 2020 9:00:00 AM

As a dental practice owner, you'll need several types of insurances to cover the what-ifs of business ownership and operation, effectively managing ...

7 Tips for Adjusting to Life After Dental School

Posted on Jan 10, 2020 9:00:00 AM

You've graduated dental school– congratulations! Here are 7 tips to help you transition into your new career as a practicing dentist.

Important Information You Need to Know About Business Owner’s Protection

Posted on Jan 8, 2020 9:00:00 AM

A business owner’s policy or BOP can play an important role in your comprehensive risk management strategy when you decide to start your own dental ...

Overcoming Differences in the Dental Workplace

How to Overcome Differences in the Dental Workplace

Posted on Jan 6, 2020 9:00:00 AM

Modern dental offices are diverse places where drastically different individuals may come together to form a talented team of dental professionals. ...

Easy Tips to Create Social Graphics for Your Dental Practice

Easy Tips to Create Graphics for Your Dental Practice's Social Media

Posted on Jan 3, 2020 9:30:00 AM

Thinking about using social media graphics to promote your dental practice online? Here are some simple tips for creating them (while saving yourself ...

How user generated content can help grow dental practice

How User-Generated Content (UGC) Can Help Grow Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jan 1, 2020 9:30:00 AM

User-generated content (UGC) isn't just the latest advertising buzzword. It's a solid marketing strategy for your dental practice. Here's why.

4 Password Saving Platforms Your Practice Should Consider Using

Posted on Dec 30, 2019 9:30:00 AM

With today's technology, dental practices are using more computerized management tools than ever before. To keep information safe, create strong ...

Do You Have a Mobile Device Policy in Place for Employees at Your Dental Practice?

Posted on Dec 27, 2019 9:00:00 AM

If your dental practice doesn't have a concrete mobile device policy, it's time to get one. Here's some information to consider to help protect your ...

Starting a New Practice? Here are Some Details to Explore Before the Grand Opening

Posted on Dec 25, 2019 9:00:00 AM

If you're starting a new dental practice, you're anxious to get your doors open. Don't get too hasty though; make sure the following details are ...

5 Equipment Sterilization Tips For Dentists

Posted on Dec 23, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Sterilization practices can be a game-changer for dentists in both good and bad ways. Here are some ways to help try to get the most out of your ...

Signs its time to upgrade dental equipment

5 Signs It Is Time to Upgrade Your Dental Office Equipment

Posted on Dec 20, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Does the technology of your dental practice feel a bit like it's still in the 1990s? Here are 5 signs you should consider updating your dental office ...

How to create a fun work environment at dental office

10 Ways to Create a Fun Work Environment

Posted on Dec 18, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Ease patient anxieties, workplace tension, and the day-to-day grind by adding some more fun into your dental practice. These 10 useful tips can help ...

Tips for working with millennial dentists

Tips for Working With Millennial Dental Professionals

Posted on Dec 16, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Do you struggle to hire and keep younger talent? Here are 8 tips to help your dental practice engage and retain millennial employees.

How to create a unified dental team with multiple offices

Have Multiple Dental Offices? Here Are Some Ways to Help Create a Unified Team

Posted on Dec 13, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If you have multiple dental offices, creating a unified team can often be challenging. Here are some tips that may help create a united front in your ...

7 Ways You Can Use Virtual Reality Technology In Your Dental Practice

Posted on Dec 11, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Can virtual reality applications benefit dental practices? Yes! Here's the what, why and how of this hot (and surprisingly beneficial) new trend.

7 Job Listing Sites Dentists can Use to Hire Their Next Team Member

Posted on Dec 9, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you looking to fill a job opening at your dental practice for a hygienist, administrative assistant, or associate dentist? Here are 8 major job ...

Marketing Mistakes Your Dental Practice Should Avoid

Posted on Dec 6, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Is your dental practice avoiding these potentially fatal marketing mistakes? If not, you should be. Here's why.

How to use linkedin to hire dental professional

How to Use LinkedIn to Hire a Dental Professional

Posted on Dec 4, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Social media is becoming useful for more than connecting with friends and family. Learn how to use popular social platform LinkedIn to help perform ...

Facebook for hiring dental professionals

5 Ways You Can Use Facebook to Hire a Dental Professional

Posted on Dec 2, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Skip the Craigslist ads and use the new Facebook Jobs tool to hire the next addition to your dental practice. Here's how.

2019 digital marketing trends for dentists

Dental Marketing Trends to Follow in 2019

Posted on Nov 29, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you struggling to effectively market your dental practice? Get inspiration from these dental marketing trends for 2019.

6 Direct Mailing Campaign Ideas For Dentists

Posted on Nov 27, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Direct mail campaigns can be a great way to reach prospective patients in your area. Here are some ideas on how to help you make the most of this ...

crafting email for no show dental patients

Tips for Crafting Emails to No-Show Patients

Posted on Nov 27, 2019 9:30:00 AM

No-show patients can cut into your bottom line. Here's how to write emails to patients who frequently miss appointments.

Tips for delighting existing dental patients

7 Ways to Delight New Patients

Posted on Nov 25, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Getting new patients in the door is hard work, so it's important that your dental practice has a strategy for keeping them. Making sure your patients ...

Tips for a more discoverable online presence dental practice

7 Ways to Make Your Dental Practice More Discoverable Online

Posted on Nov 22, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If you wish you had more new patient appointments, it may be because your website is difficult to find online. Here are some ways to help you ...

how strong online presence can help grow dental practice

How Building a Strong Online Presence Can Help Grow Your Practice

Posted on Nov 20, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Building a formidable online presence can help grow your dental practice exponentially. A strong online presence can have benefits that branch into ...

How to create a business plan for dental practice

How to Create a Business Plan for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Nov 18, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Opening your own dental practice? First, you’ll need a solid business plan. Here are tips on how to create one.

Is your dental practice website user friendly

Is Your Dental Practice's Website User-Friendly?

Posted on Nov 15, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Is your dental practice's website user-friendly? Here are 8 features we recommend your site should have.

7 Tips for Dentists Dealing with Stress

Posted on Nov 13, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you a dentist dealing with stress? You're in good company. A 2015 study by the American Dental Association (ADA) reports that 75% of dentists ...

Choosing Practice Management Software? Here Are Some Tips

Posted on Nov 12, 2019 9:33:00 AM

Is it time to upgrade your dental practice management software? Here's some of what you may need to know before you make the purchase.

Tips for Ensuring a Healthy Dental Team

Posted on Nov 7, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Sick days slice into your profit margin, so they're something you want as few of as possible. Here's how you can help your dental team stay healthy ...

Why You Should Start Texting Your Dental Patients

Posted on Nov 6, 2019 9:30:00 AM

According to recent industry data, 6 billion SMS texts are sent each day in the United States. Many of those are between businesses and the people ...

Why software training is so important for dentists

Why Practice Management Software Training is So Important

Posted on Nov 5, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Training your dental team to effectively use your practice management software isn't always as simple as a quick tutorial. Here's why your team needs ...

Tips to reduce dentist appointment cancellations

How to Help Reduce Cancellations in Your Dental Practice

Posted on Oct 31, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Appointment cancellations and no shows can severely impact your dental practice's bottom line. Here's what you can do about it.

Improve Productivity Using Software Automation

Posted on Oct 29, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Software automation can make a positive impact on your dental practice. Learn more about what it is and if it might benefit your office.

What is a Dental Associateship?

Posted on Oct 24, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Dental associateships are a great way to break into the industry and start growing your career. Here's some of what you need to know about ...

Tips for Successfully Managing A Dental Team

Posted on Oct 22, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Managing a dental team is no easy task. Here are some ways you can try to do it well.

How to handle patients facing substance abuse

Tips for Handling Patients Struggling With Substance Abuse

Posted on Oct 17, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If you suspect patients are struggling with substance abuse problems, your dental practice may be able to help. Here's how.

Improve Patient Retention In Your Dental Practice

Posted on Oct 17, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Acquiring new patients can be costly. Retaining your existing patients usually takes much less effort and can also be a huge benefit to the growth ...

what are unisex rates and why theyre important

What are Unisex Rates and Why Are They Important?

Posted on Oct 15, 2019 9:30:00 AM

In the disability insurance world, Unisex pricing signals that a carrier does not have different prices based on gender. Males and females get the ...

Dealing with Problem Employees? Here Are Some Tips for Corrective Action

Posted on Oct 15, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Is an employee of your dental practice behaving badly or violating rules of the workplace? Here are eight tips to help nip misconduct in the bud ...

How to Deal with Resistant Patients

Posted on Oct 10, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Treatment resistance not only costs your practice, but it also costs your patients. Your bottom line and their dental health is at stake, so here are ...

Why performance reviews are important for dentists

Here's Why Performance Reviews are Important

Posted on Oct 8, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Don’t let upcoming performance reviews in your dental practice cause you unnecessary anxiety. Use the following simple tips to feel prepared and ...

Why you should educate your dental staff on HIPAA

The Importance of Educating Your Dental Staff on HIPAA

Posted on Oct 3, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Complying with HIPAA laws may sometimes seem like a challenge for your dental practice, but these guidelines are crucial to help protect your ...

Email Newsletter Tips for Dental Practices

Posted on Oct 1, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If email marketing isn't part of your dental practice's overall advertising strategy, it should be. Here are 6 tips to help make your email ...

Tips to improve dental practices mobile search results

Help Improve Your Practice's Mobile Search Results With These Tips

Posted on Sep 26, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Your mobile search ranking may have a significant impact on your dental practice. New patients are more likely to find a competitor first if your ...

Why You Should Consider Using Dental Software

Posted on Sep 24, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Does your dental practice have software systems that streamline your operations and actively help you achieve your goals? If not, it's time to ...

5 Different Dental Softwares

Posted on Sep 19, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Whether you're opening a new dental practice or upgrading your current software, it's important to compare. Here are 5 top dental software options ...

When should you buy your own dental practice

When Should You Start Your Own Dental Practice

Posted on Sep 17, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you thinking about branching out from associate dentistry and starting a dental practice? Here's how to know if now may be the right time to pull ...

How to determine PPC budget for dentists

How to Determine an Effective Budget for Paid Online Advertising

Posted on Sep 12, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you marketing your dental practice online? If not, it's time to start. Here are some answers to a top question that dental practices have about ...

Why digital marketing is so important for dentists

Why Digital Marketing Is Important For Dentists

Posted on Sep 10, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Has your dental practice hopped on the digital marketing bandwagon? If not, here's what you could be missing out on.

How Dental Teams Can Prepare if Their Practice is Sold

Posted on Sep 5, 2019 9:30:00 AM

It's hard to know how to feel or what to do if your dental practice is sold. Often, these things happen quickly and staff aren't informed until the ...

How To Compete with DIY Orthodontics

Posted on Sep 3, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are your patients opting for at-home orthodontics instead of visiting your dental practice? Find out how you can compete with DIY teeth straightening ...

Tips for Efficient Dentist Team Meetings

5 Ways to Help Have a Productive Dental Team Meeting

Posted on Aug 29, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Get your staff on the same page by having productive meetings every week. Here are five simple tips to help make sure your meetings are productive.

Tips for Preparing for an OSHA Inspection

Best Practices for Preparing for an OSHA Inspection

Posted on Aug 22, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Does your dental practice have an OSHA inspection coming up? This article summarizes some of the OSHA guidelines you should consider. You should also ...

4 Ways Dentists Can Utilize YouTube to Help Grow Their Practice

Posted on Aug 20, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Video marketing becomes a bigger and more important part of the marketing landscape every day. Even small businesses, like dental practices, can ...

5 Ways Search Engine Optimization Can Help Grow Your Dental Practice

Posted on Aug 15, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) can play an important role in growing your dental practice, although it may not be exactly what you expect.

Tattoos and piercings in dental workplace

Are Piercings and Tattoos Acceptable in the Dental Workplace?

Posted on Aug 13, 2019 9:30:00 AM

The number of healthcare professionals with tattoos and piercings is growing. What does this mean for your dental practice and how do you decide what ...

Tips for Dealing With Pediatric Dental Patients

5 Tips for Treating Pediatric Dental Patients

Posted on Aug 8, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Does your practice treat pediatric dental patients? These tips will help your team to provide the appropriate dental care for younger patients.

Why Your Dental Practice Website Should Be Mobile Friendly

Why Your Dental Practice's Website Should Be Mobile-Friendly

Posted on Aug 6, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Today, 70% of website traffic is on mobile, with users spending about 5 hours a day on their mobile devices. If your dental practice doesn’t already ...

What to do if dental assistant quits out of the blue

What to Do If Your Dental Assistant Quits Out of the Blue

Posted on Aug 1, 2019 9:30:00 AM

In an ideal situation, as a business owner you want to have as much notice as possible when an employee decides to move on. Two weeks is generally ...

Tips on Providing Constructive Feedback to Dental Staff

How to Give Constructive Feedback to Your Dental Employees

Posted on Jul 30, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If you find yourself struggling with low performance in your dental office, it's time to give your staff some feedback and help point them in the ...

How to help improve efficieny in dentist office

6 Tips on How to Help Improve Efficiency in the Dental Office

Posted on Jul 25, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Running a dental office can be a challenge. It can often be challenging for dentists to get their teams on the same page, estimate procedure times ...

Tips on How to Utilize Technology in a Dental Practice

Posted on Jul 23, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Are you looking to improve the efficiency of your dental practice, eliminate the potential for errors at different points in your workflow, or offer ...

Tips for starting out in a new dentist office

Starting Out in a New Dentist Office? Here Are Some Tips For Settling in

Posted on Jul 19, 2019 9:30:00 AM

The American Dental Association (ADA) reports that there are currently 200,000 dentists who practice in the United States. In 2001, there were just ...

Fostering a positive culture at dental practice

Fostering a Positive Culture in Your Dental Practice

Posted on Jul 17, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Fostering a positive culture in your dental practice can be beneficial to your bottom line and easier than it may seem. Use these simple tips to help ...

How to know when its time to hire a dental assistant

6 Ways to Know When You Should Hire an Associate Dentist

Posted on Jul 15, 2019 9:30:00 AM

When your dental practice is growing, it may be difficult to know when the time is right to hire an associate dentist. Hiring an associate too soon ...

8 Ways to Keep Your Dental Staff Motivated and Engaged at Work

Posted on Jul 12, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Employee engagement and motivation is often an important part of a successful dental practice. As the owner of a dental practice, you have the most ...

Create a relaxing environment for anxious dental patients

How to Help Create a Relaxing Dentist Office for Anxious Patients

Posted on Jul 10, 2019 9:30:00 AM

As a dentist with your own practice, you have an opportunity to help anxious patients relax by training your staff, providing amenities and creating ...

Why Adding Online Scheduling to Your Dental Practice's Website Can Be Beneficial

Posted on Jul 8, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If your dental practice hasn't yet added online scheduling to your list of patient conveniences, it's time to think about making a change. ...

Why You Should Be Selective When Hiring an Associate Dentist

Posted on Jul 5, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Hiring the right associate dentist for your practice can help you avoid internal conflicts, unhappy patients and maybe even legal issues. After all, ...

How Technology is Changing the Future of Dentistry

Posted on Jul 3, 2019 9:30:00 AM

From appointment scheduling to dental imaging, there is very little in a standard dental practice that is untouched by modern technology. If you're ...

Onboarding Tips For New Dental Assistants

5 Onboarding Tips for New Dental Assistant Hires

Posted on Jul 1, 2019 9:31:00 AM

A solid onboarding process can help ensure that your employee feels confident in their new role. As a dentist in charge of your own practice, it's ...

7 Dental Industry Trends in 2019 You Should Try to Keep Up With

Posted on Jun 28, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Following the latest trends in dentistry is one way to help stay ahead of your competitors. The goal is not to chase every trend out there but to ...

How Chat Bots May Help Your Dental Practice Gain Leads

Posted on Jun 26, 2019 9:30:00 AM

As the owner of a dental practice, you provide a valuable service to the community. At the same time, you are also responsible for running a ...

What is a Business Owner's Policy?

Posted on Jun 25, 2019 9:30:00 AM

As a dentist, it’s important to make sure you’re prepared for as many contingencies as possible. A business owner's policy generally provides broad ...

Tips to Help Handle Conflict Between Dentist Team Members

Posted on Jun 20, 2019 9:30:00 AM

A busy dental practice requires your team to work together like well-oiled machinery. Friction between the parts has the potential to slow down ...

Is a Dental Specialty Program Right For You?

Posted on Jun 13, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Pursuing a specialty allows a dentist to solve complex problems and, in some cases, to focus on a particular patient age or demographic. Moreover, ...

5 Ways to Help Protect Dental Patient Information

Posted on Jun 11, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Today, patients may have to trust their dental professionals more than ever before. Beyond their health and safety, modern patients are also being ...

Things to Consider When Buying a Dental Practice

Posted on Jun 6, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Purchasing your own practice calls for extensive research and comprehensive due diligence. After all, the details you uncover could have a direct and ...

Interviewing a Dental Assistant Candidate? Here are Some Tips

Posted on Jun 4, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If you're running a dental practice, you probably don’t need anyone to explain how important it is to have competent and reliable staff. Not only ...

A Few Workplace Best Practices For Making Your Dental Office Safer

Posted on May 30, 2019 9:30:00 AM

You may already know that a comfortably appointed dental practice office is high on the list of what patients look for when choosing a provider. But ...

How to Help Set a Foundation for A Profitable Dental Practice

Posted on May 28, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Dental professionals starting their own practice typically need the help of a number of different people. There are practice management consultants ...

Job listing tips for dental professionals

Hiring an Associate Dentist? Here are Some Tips for Better Job Listings

Posted on May 23, 2019 9:30:00 AM

The competition to recruit the right associate dentists begins with your job listing. There’s a lot of details to consider, from writing to ...

8 Apps Designed for Dentists

Posted on May 21, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Apps can play an important role in customer satisfaction and the overall patient experience within your practice. From streamlining the patient's ...

Study Tips to Help Prepare You for the Dental Board Exams

Posted on May 16, 2019 9:30:00 AM

The years of studying and training required to become a professional dentist may present some of the most difficult challenges of your professional ...

Tips for selecting the right dental candidate

7 Tips for Selecting the Right Candidate for Your Dental Practice

Posted on May 9, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Teamwork is an important element of a successful business. In a dental practice, the abilities of your team to work together, interact with patients ...

6 Tips for Interviewing Candidates for Your Dental Practice

Posted on May 7, 2019 9:30:00 AM

No matter which position within your dental practice you’re hiring for, candidate interviews are a crucial part of the screening process. Without ...

8 Tips for Having Difficult Conversations at Work

Posted on May 2, 2019 9:30:00 AM

When you’re running a dental practice, difficult conversations about staff performance, attitude, professionalism and more may rest entirely on your ...

What Happens If You Get Accused of Malpractice?

Posted on Apr 30, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Regardless of the outcome, a malpractice lawsuit may be stressful and upsetting, put your assets at risk, damage your reputation and have a negative ...

Understanding the Different Malpractice Insurance Coverages and Policies

Posted on Apr 25, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Choosing professional liability or malpractice coverage should not be as overwhelming as a malpractice suit itself.

How to Create a Marketing Campaign That Will Help Drive New Dental Patients

Posted on Apr 23, 2019 9:30:00 AM

In order to get the most impact from the time and money spent on marketing, you may want to replace siloed efforts with the targeted approach of a ...

What to Do if you're accused of malpractice

Some Common Dental Malpractice Concerns and How to Avoid Them

Posted on Apr 16, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Malpractice lawsuits may happen to dentists no matter how careful they are in their practice and procedures. Unfortunately for dental professionals, ...

9 Ways to Help Protect Your Dental Practice

Posted on Apr 11, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Whether you’re just launching a private practice or you want to know that the insurance policies you currently have in place offer comprehensive ...

Why Permanent life insurance is so important

What is Permanent Life Insurance and Why is It Important?

Posted on Apr 9, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Permanent life insurance may be especially well suited to individuals in need of long term protection. When suitable, it can be a valuable tool in ...

Delight Your Dental Patients With These Customer Service Tips

Posted on Apr 4, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Whether you’re looking to grow your practice, establish a reputation or are competing for patients in an area saturated with dental practices, ...

4 Ways Dentists Can Utilize YouTube to Help Grow Their Practice

Posted on Apr 4, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Video marketing may be becoming a bigger and more important part of the marketing landscape every day. Even small businesses, like dental practices, ...

7 Ways to Avoid an Injury at Work as a General Dentist

Posted on Apr 2, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Your patients may come to see you for a variety of reasons, both planned and unexpected. As a professional dedicated to relieving and preventing the ...

Content Marketing for Dentists: 4 Ways to Help Build an Audience Online

Posted on Apr 2, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Requiring little more than internet access and some time, content marketing may be a fairly simple way to help build your dental practice and ...

5 Social Media Contest Ideas for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Mar 28, 2019 9:30:00 AM

A contest hosted or promoted via social media may help you to grow your dental practice by exposing your brand to more friends and family of your ...

Setting up Yelp account for dental practice

How to Set Up a Yelp Account For Your Dental Practice

Posted on Mar 26, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Yelp may be a useful tool for growing your dental practice, but only if you’re actively utilizing it. Unlike marketing channels that require a lot of ...

What Does Disability Buy/Sell Insurance Cover?

Posted on Mar 21, 2019 9:30:00 AM

When an unexpected illness or injury affects one dentist’s ability to work, disability buy/sell Insurance may help facilitate the purchase of the ...

How Video Marketing May Help You Gain More Dental Patients

Posted on Mar 19, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Video marketing is an increasingly popular tool for content aimed at growing businesses, dental and medical practices included. Why? Video marketing ...

Promotional Items You May Want to Invest in for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Mar 14, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Promotional items or merchandise may help you to grow your practice through silent referrals and passive word of mouth marketing. While these types ...

Tips to Help Get More Leads for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Mar 12, 2019 9:30:00 AM

With so many possible ways to market your dental practice, it may be difficult to know where to begin. Generating leads is generally understood as a ...

What to Consider When Designing a Logo for Your Dental Practice

Posted on Mar 7, 2019 9:30:00 AM

If a picture says 1000 words, a logo may also need to say a lot about your brand without using many words at all. A new logo may represent a new ...

What Is Entity Malpractice Coverage and Why Is It Important for a Dental Practice?

Posted on Mar 5, 2019 9:30:00 AM

In the event of a malpractice lawsuit, your dental practice may be named and found liable for damages, even if you’re not. Entity malpractice ...

4 Reasons Why Data Breach Coverage may be Important for Dentists

Posted on Feb 28, 2019 9:30:00 AM

A data breach that puts the personal financial and medical records of your patients at risk may not be a large-scale cyber attack by criminals. ...

How Promotional Products Can Help Grow Your Dental Patient List

Posted on Feb 26, 2019 9:30:00 AM

Promotional products may be an effective form of word-of-mouth marketing that, ironically, may not require a single spoken word.

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