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What Will Set Your Practice Apart in 2017?

Mary Fisher-Day — Wed, 04 Jan 2017 23:58:12 +0000

What Will Set Your Practice Apart is the quality of “customer service” your patients receive. Providing Great service in a Caring Environment will turn a First Visit into a Loyal Patient for years to come. Your Patient’s Experience with your office isn’t solely based on what happens during their dental appointments. Their initial impression is formed …

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Oral Cancer… Is your team educated on the fastest growing cancer in the US?

Mary Fisher-Day — Fri, 10 Jul 2015 06:58:02 +0000

In North America someone dies every hour of everyday from Oral Cancer. Yet, according to the National Cancer Institute only 20% of the US population receive Oral Cancer exams. The ADA recommends Oral Cancer Screenings be performed annually on every patient over the age of 17. Although tobacco and alcohol use are still primary causes …

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Could Early Morning Dance Parties Boost Productivity?

Mary Fisher-Day — Fri, 22 May 2015 12:16:53 +0000

I recently learned of a dental practice that has two minute dance parties, prior to their morning huddle everyday. The team loves it. Imagine the positive energy this brings to the practice! What do you think? Would this work for your practice? Check out the article below. Early Morning Dance Parties Boosting Productivity -Mary Mary …

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Dental Office Overhead

Mary Fisher-Day — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 02:36:02 +0000

The following overhead numbers are typical of a well managed Dental Practice: • Staff Salaries (including benefits and government required Payroll expenses) = 24-28% • Clinical Supplies = 6% • Lab Fees (all) = 7-8% • Rent or Lease payment = 4% • Equipment Leasing/Purchases = 2-3% • Office Supplies (includes postage and electronic billing …

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Dental All-Stars Podcast

Mary Fisher-Day — Tue, 14 Oct 2014 18:58:45 +0000

Mary Fisher-Day, discusses the importance of team communications for this Dental All-Stars Podcast. Great information that every dental practice can use! To listen to this podcast, find out why team communication is so important, and learn best practices click here Dental All-Stars Podcast Mary Fisher-Day, founder of The Dental Business, was asked to discuss the importance of team …

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Top Mistakes Made By Dental Practice Owners

Mary Fisher-Day — Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:06:48 +0000

What are the top mistakes made my dental practice owners? 1- Under estimating the value of team communication * Morning meetings or huddles are the most important communication of the day. This 10 to 15 minute meeting will set the tone for the day. The Doctor or Scheduling Coordinator should facilitate Review the schedule …

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A Note From Mary

Mary Fisher-Day — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 21:01:26 +0000

Hello everyone, Hope you are enjoying your summer! While you are enjoying it, here are a few things to think about, to help your business. First of all: just say… Thank You. Your Team: Do they feel appreciated? Hint: It’s not all about money. I’ve spent countless hours speaking with Team members about their jobs and job satisfaction. …

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Is Your Team On Board?

Mary Fisher-Day — Sat, 24 May 2014 15:49:34 +0000

Do you have a practice mission statement? If not, you really should. If you do, is your team on board? I believe teams are the same regardless of industry. A business will succeed or fail because of the team. A coach cannot win a game without a team just as a dentist cannot practice dentistry …

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Eight Things Employees Expect and Deserve

Mary Fisher-Day — Mon, 05 May 2014 11:55:39 +0000

Do you feel as if your employees are happy, motivated and satisfied with their career choice? Do you know what the Eight Things your employees expect and deserve the most? These Eight Things may surprise you! To be treated with Respect Acknowledgement when expectations are exceeded Good Work Environment Expectations made clear Performance Evaluations Communication on …

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Large City or Small Town?

Mary Fisher-Day — Mon, 28 Apr 2014 18:43:30 +0000

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 …

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