Archive for November, 2021
Wisdom Teeth Removal While Pregnant: Here’s What You Should Know
Pregnancy brings a lot of changes, and maintaining your health is key to ensuring a smooth journey for both you and your baby. Dental health is no exception, and if you’re facing wisdom tooth pain during pregnancy, you might wonder whether it’s safe to undergo wisdom teeth removal while pregnant. Understanding when it’s necessary to […]
What is a patient-centric schedule?
Focused on being respectful and responsive to patient preferences, values and needs, a patient-centered practice is one where the patient’s perspective guides all clinical decisions. It’s an approach that requires a shift in mindset and work culture for both the dentist and their team. In this post, we’ll talk about building a patient-centric schedule and […]
How to handle childcare issues for parents on your team
Keeping your practice fully staffed and running smoothly can be challenging when one or more of your team members is struggling with childcare concerns. Grow your team The easiest way to alleviate scheduling concerns is to add another name to the schedule. Even part-time help can make a big difference. While putting another employee on […]
Do you need an oral pathology screening?
A professional oral pathology screening can diagnose conditions early, allowing for easier treatment options and a much higher success rate. While your dentist and oral surgeon will provide routine checks, it’s a good idea to schedule an oral pathology screening appointment when potential signs of oral cancer are present. Areas of the oral cavity to […]
How to compete as a solo practice
As the number of DSOs grows and the dental practice landscape shifts, you might start wondering how you’re going to succeed as a solo practice. Here are some ideas to differentiate yourself from large corporate offices. Compete on your terms Big corporations have the scale, capital, systems and processes to run highly efficient businesses and […]
Risk management in your practice
Protecting your practice against risks requires a multi-dimensional strategy that covers your patients and employees, cybersecurity, tax liabilities, legal situations, insurance, HIPAA, OSHA, malpractice and more. Avoid getting overwhelmed and take risk management at your practice one step at a time. Get expert advice Specialist knowledge is important when it comes to protecting your practice. […]
Having a vision for your practice matters
When you make the leap to practice owner, there are a many things to learn about the business side of dentistry. Now that you’re in charge, you’re expected to lead. Getting the practice from where it is today to where you want it to be is up to you. You need a vision. Understanding a […]
When to review your systems
Your success relies on the success of the systems you implement in your practice. The better your systems, the better your outcomes will be. Here are four areas to consider. Team members know their responsibilities Every staff member at your practice should be able to list what they are responsible for each day, week and […]
