For Loyal Patients, Aim to 'Surprise and Delight'
July 24th 2017Entrepreneurship is an essential element of running a successful practice, and with the rise of corporate dentistry, it is more important to distinguish yourself now than ever. Expert Amy Morgan sat down with DMD to talk about how to catch a patients' eye and keep them coming back, and being a good dentist isn't enough. Continue below to find out more.
The DMD Check-Up: Dentist pleads guilty to drug, gun charges
July 21st 2017A Des Moines, Iowa dentist pleaded guilty to charges that he used and improperly prescribed drugs to patients. That tops this week's news so far in the world of dentistry. Also making the list: DIY dentistry, public health policy and pre historic dentists.
Hiring an Associate? Here's How to Make It Work
July 21st 2017The busier you are in your practice, the more hastily you may make decisions. This is especially true when taking on associates, but according to our expert, doing so without looking at the numbers can ultimately create more stress. Continue below to find out what you should know before hiring another doctor to help with your patient load.
The Top and Bottom 10 Cities for Operating Efficiency
July 20th 2017WalletHub's latest report measures the budgets of 150 of the largest U.S. cities against the services available to its residents. Indicators such as air quality, violent crime and infant mortality were also factored in. Continue below to find out if your city made one of the lists.
The Worst Positions for Dentists' Musculoskeletal Health
July 20th 2017Ergonomics has become a buzzword in dentistry in recent years, and for good reason. One of the main causes of the prevalent muscular imbalances and problems among dental care providers are the awkward positions and repetitive movements that remain an inherent part of providing care to patients. Continue below to find out which activities are the most harmful and what you can do to prevent symptoms.
Look for Advisors Committed to Doing No Harm
July 19th 2017As health care professionals committed to ethics, it may not occur to dentists that their financial advisors don't adhere to the same principles. Advisors serve the best interests of their clients, and if you are not on top of the nuances of the financial advice industry, you may find yourself in a conflict of interest. Continue below to learn more about finding advisors who care as much about ethical practices as you do.
4 Misguided Myths About Medical Billing in Dentistry
July 19th 2017Dental practices and medical billing tend to be mutually exclusive. But according to dentist and consultant Dr. Olya Zahrebelny, the misconceptions that keep dentists from using this payment practice are often erroneous. Continue below to find out how you can translate your services into billing claims.
The Most and Least Stressed Cities in the U.S.
July 19th 2017The analysts over at WalletHub are back at it again. This time, the personal-finance website studied the stress levels of 150 U.S. cities using more than a dozen criteria, including work hours and personal issues like divorce. Continue below to find out if your city makes one of the lists.
How to simplify temporaries with Tuff-Temp Plus
July 19th 2017A prosthetic reconstruction for oral rehabilitation requires a number of clinical and laboratory treatment stages. An interim restoration is necessary and this has a crucial influence on the patient’s well-being, the quality of the final restoration and the long-term success of the treatment. A prosthetic reconstruction for oral rehabilitation requires a number of clinical and laboratory treatment stages.
Achieving esthetic results with Cercon
July 19th 2017When zirconia was first introduced for dental restorations, it was mainly used for posteriors. Between its color and opacity, it just didn’t look right for applications in the front of the mouth. Over time, and as manufacturers have brought new versions to market, the esthetics have improved. And the latest version by Dentsply Sirona-Cercon xt-is an impressive step in the right direction.
Using Dental Keywords to Expand Your SEO
July 18th 2017Keywords, which summarize a webpage to optimize search results, can determine whether patients see your practice online. Without careful attention to SEO, you could be dooming your results to the danger zone. To boost your results and make them easier to find for patients, you will need to strategize. Continue below to see what goes into SEO strategy.
The 10 Most Interesting Dentists Practicing Today
July 18th 2017Dentists are many things, but you cannot call them boring. As pillars of their communities, they become close to their patients and have a gift for remembering birthdays, family milestones and even patients' favorite toothpaste flavors. Our contributor put together a list of the most charismatic dentists around the United states, so continue below to see if you or a friend made the list.
Building an Office Culture of Customer Service Excellence for 5-Star Reviews
July 18th 2017Satisfying patients always starts at the same place: the culture and efficiency of your dental practice. Our contributor, D.M.D. and author Dr. Ann Marie Gorczyca, explores the most crucial facets of creating and environment that fosters success. Continue below to find out what it takes to build a 5-star practice.