Referring Doctors
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 […]
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 […]
Satisfied staff lead to better patient outcomes
Keeping your team happy is one of the most valuable investments you can make in your dental practice. Satisfied staff lead to better outcomes and happy, loyal patients. Here are a few tips to boost employee satisfaction and ensure that your team is doing their best work. First impressions Onboarding a new employee is the […]
Tips for buying a dental practice
Purchasing a practice can be one of the biggest moves you’ll make in your career. Here are some factors you may want to consider. Think like a bank You know you’re competent. You know you’re ready. But you’re not the one stamping “approved” on your loan. Before you start with the application process, ask yourself, […]
Should I ask patients if they’ve received a COVID vaccine?
Now that COVID vaccines have been readily available for all age groups for some time, you might be wondering if it’s a good idea to ask patients about their vaccination status. Are you allowed to ask patients if they’ve received a COVID vaccine? The question doesn’t break any rules but it may not be a […]
The state of teledentistry
Virtual healthcare was in the works long before the pandemic threw virtual “everything” into overdrive but can virtual dentistry really be viable? After-hours emergency support One of the most valuable benefits of teledentistry is giving patients access to round-the-clock emergency consultations, from any location. Whether a patient is experiencing an issue in the middle of […]
