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The vast majority of students coming out of dental school want to practice in large cities, while small town populations often struggle to find a dentist within a 30 minute drive. For this reason, some states offer an incentive program to dentists who agree to practice in small towns. There are often programs in which student …
Where has the year gone? I cannot believe its November already. I want to share with you a few of our strategies for ending the year on a good note and starting the next year off ahead of the game. Set goals for 2014: Production; Collections; Collection %; Hygiene; Specialty Procedures, etc. Review your fee …
Conducted by Livvie Matthews, Simple Social Media TV Part Two Livvie Matthews: Mary, what about Compliance and Documentation? Do you feel there are particular areas that practices should pay attention to when it comes to Compliance and Documentation? Mary Fisher-Day: Yes, I do. These are the areas dentists rarely think about. Yet, these are areas …
Conducted by Livvie Matthews, Simple Social Media TV Part One In this insightful interview, Mary will share her tried-and-true strategies for a successful dental practice. Implementation of these strategies will allow you to enjoy going to work each day, have a productive and profitable practice and enjoy time away from work without worry. Livvie Matthews …
Question: Do I Need An Associate? Case Study: Dr. Jones states: “We work through lunch on a regular basis. My schedule is crazy and my patients are kept waiting much too long. I’m constantly putting out fires, doing operative work and hygiene exams (in two rooms) at the same time. I am always under …
I really feel the need to share something that’s been weighing heavily on my mind. You see, I’m not a fan of “The Sky is Falling” mentality that some are using as their platform today. My belief is that we work in the best business in the world! I’m speaking of the dental business, of …
Marketing from the inside-out is the most effective and inexpensive way to get new patients. Patient referrals are key. The key to keeping the patients you have and have them refer their friends, family and co-workers is letting them know you appreciate them. Below is a list of the 12 things you can do TODAY …
Do you really need a dental practice valuation? Yes, and for the same reasons you have disability and life insurance…to protect your family. In the event of Practice owner’s death, the practice value decreases an average of 5% per week and 50% of practices go unsold when the owner dies unexpectedly. A thorough practice valuation …
If you’re planning to sell your dental practice in five years or less, here’s what you should know! Do update office décor (if it hasn’t been done in the last five years). Don’t add on to your office unless you have less than three treatment rooms. Do discuss your plans with your accountant. Don’t tell …
The past ten years have been tough for the dental industry. It is difficult enough to motivate patients to have treatment during good economic time and much more so in a tougher times. While the economy may seem to be on the mend, people are still afraid to spend money. You and your staff will …
