When you’re fresh out of dental school, a thriving practice of your own might be your ultimate goal. But after years of running a successful business, you may start to wonder what’s next? Here are five tell-tale signs that your dental practice is ready to expand. A higher frequency in hectic workdays. Have you noticed […]
Category: Dental Business
Long Dental Office Wait Time? Here’s What’s Really Going On
Many people worked in food service or retail at a young age, and those experiences have likely made them more empathetic when interacting with people working in similar positions. But most people didn’t work in dental offices as teenagers, so they don’t know what a day in the life of a dentist or hygienist might […]
No Excuses: Taking Ownership of Any Situation
In my three decades as a dentist, I’ve experienced a myriad of emotions just within the four walls of my practice. One thing I’ve learned in working with people is that you can’t control how others react. The only thing you can control is your own reactions. I have a no-excuses policy at my business. […]
Why Continued Education Is Vital For A Successful Dental Practice
Live or virtually, school is back in session, and that means it’s time to learn! For children and young adults, we as a society prioritize the importance of education. But once you’ve entered the workforce, active learning is often put on the back burner and this could be the most overlooked problem with your dental […]
Modernize Your Dental Practice to Maximize Outcomes
When it comes to choosing a dentist, today’s patients have a lot of options. What makes them choose your practice? It’s important to periodically modernize your dental practice to keep patients happy. But what does that really mean? Let’s take a look at how you can update your practice to give patients the best possible […]
Dental Business 101: A Time To Be Nice and a Time To Be Tough
There is a fine line you walk as both a doctor and a business owner. On one hand, you want to make people happy, but you also need your practice to stay successful. My father taught me to be a mensch, a Yiddish word that translates to “a very good person.” I apply the idea […]
The Importance of Assessing Your Dental Practice
Self-reflection is essential for those trying to improve themselves. The same can be said for your dental practice. Assessing how your practice is doing is vital. If you coast along without reflection, you will miss countless opportunities to give your patients and staff a better experience. In this article, I’ll discuss ways to accurately assess […]
From Dental Impressions To First Impressions – How Is Your Dental Practice Stacking Up To The Competition?
Most communities have more dental practices than ever before. Between corporate dental chains and other private practices, the competition is fierce. Patients have endless options, so why should they choose you to take care of their teeth? In my over 30 years as a dentist, I’ve learned a few things that will bring new patients […]
Building Trust By Welcoming Feedback
All good business relationships are built on mutual trust. Say you are looking for a contractor to renovate your home. Would you be more likely to choose a company with a good reputation that you’ve heard of or worked with before or the cheapest company in town with a variety of not-so-great reviews? With a […]