Recently, I had a conversation with the owner of a marketing company. He shared his frustrations about dentists who hired him to attract patients for clear aligners. Patients called, set appointments, and came in, but many didn't accept treatment. The dentists were upset, claiming these...
I was recently at a corporate event in Aruba with a friend of mine (non-dental). The attendees were all part of their company’s President’s Club, celebrating outstanding numbers of growth and success. Each department took turns congratulating their winners, but one department, in...
In the dental profession, having great clinical skills is crucial. However, exceptional communication skills are equally important. They enable you to do more of the dentistry you love and help more patients effectively. Here are 3 steps for better communication with your patients:
1. Know...
How are you handling communication and collaboration in your dental practice? Recently, a fellow dentist reached out, stressing over the challenge of managing feedback from team members during procedures. Feeling a mix of pressure to satisfy the owner dentist, the patient, and the...
Have you ever encountered dental issues that seem to defy conventional explanations? You know, the kind that leaves you scratching your head, wondering why some teeth are perfectly aligned while others resemble a game of Tetris gone wrong? Or perhaps you've had patients complaining of waking up...
Let's talk about something near and dear to our hearts: overcoming dental anxiety. We all know the drill when it comes to taking care of our health, but sometimes life throws obstacles in our way, right? Between deployments, moves, and family schedules, it's easy to put our oral health on the...
Big news from the American Dental Association (ADA) – they’ve just rolled out new recommendations to up the safety game when it comes to dental X-rays. According to the ADA’s expert panel, those trusty lead abdominal aprons and thyroid collars we’ve been using during...
Have you ever considered the magic it takes to make Disney thrive? Disney's leadership philosophy is one that is unmatched. Believe it or not, the House of Mouse has some valuable lessons for us to uplevel our leadership game in our dental practices. So, grab your Mickey ears and...
When designing a treatment plan for your dental patients, creating a structured sequence can be invaluable. This approach helps you navigate complex cases, prioritize patient needs, and ensure comprehensive care. We've come up with a master sequence that can serve as a guide for your...
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Moth, highlighting the importance of early detection and screening for oral cancer. We're passionate about this cause because catching oral cancer early can truly be a game-changer for our patients, significantly reducing morbidity and increasing...
It's easy to shrug off dental damage as just a part of aging or blame it on some mysterious force like bruxism. But what if I told you there's more to it than meets the eye? Let's shake off those oversimplified notions and roll up our sleeves to uncover the real deal.