Being Ready with Mary Fisher-Day
Listen to Mary’s interview with Dr. Laura Mach, as she lays out a blueprint for an emergency exit plan for your dental practice. Link to Podcast..
The Benefits of Practicing Dentistry in a Small Town
Did you know that people living in rural small towns often drive more than an hour to see a dentist? The Federal Government and many states offer incentive programs for dentists who agree topractice in high-need areas. When taken advantage of the programs reduce student loan debt significantly. In instances where loan forgiveness isn’t necessary …
Buying a Dental Practice: How One Decision Saved My A** and Likely, My Career
Dr. Rebekkah Merrell I graduated from dental school, so I’m smart, right? A few years after finishing my residency, I decided I wanted to own my own practice. I was trapped working for a corporate practice that made me hate going to work everyday. I was itching for a change and fast. I began looking …
Diagnosis by Insurance Company – Can we do anything about it?
Should Dental Associations and Organizations dedicate resources to creating PSA’s to educate law makers about the flagrant ways Dental insurance companies are undermining the relationship between you and your patients? Examples: 1) Letters sent to your patients inferring that your fees are too high and encouraging your patients to seek care from a dentist on …
What you need to know if you want to own a Dental Practice
Whether you’re planning to own a practice, or you already do, this article is for you. You won’t likely receive the following information in Dental School, in Residency or as an Associate Dentist. Reality Bites: It does not matter how much you love your team or how much they love you, they will never care as …
What Successful Dental Practice Owners Know and Do
Successful Dentists know their Practice Numbers. · They know the numbers to review, how to obtain them and why they’re important. · They hire a bookkeeper or an accountant to handle business financials and review the profit and loss report monthly or quarterly (at the latest) Let the professionals handle payroll and payroll taxes, saving money and headaches. Successful …
Why “People before Profits”?
Still on my mind – After returning from the ADA and ADMC (Academy of Dental Management Consultants) meetings last October, one message was forefront on my mind and it hasn’t gone away. The message is “People before Profits”. I realize this message can be viewed in different ways. In the context in which I heard …
Helping Patients understand and accept needed Treatment
Education and a Sense of Urgency are paramount when providing needed treatment to a patient. Sit down and look your patient in the eye to discuss your diagnosis and the treatment recommendation. This will increase their level of trust in you, and substantially increase your treatment plan acceptance rate. Use an intraoral camera to show …
The Two Most Under-utilized Words in Business are
The Dental Industry is no exception. Throughout my career as a Consultant, I’ve spent countless hours with dental team members and one of the questions I ask is, “what aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction”? Recently, I placed a poll on Social Media asking which of the following is most important to …
How Does Efficiency Save Dental Practices Money?
Running a Successful Dental Practice is Stressful. You take good care of your patients and run a business too. You don’t take enough down time to enjoy your family and friends or to just put your feet up and close your eyes. It has been proven that stress can lower the immune system and make …