Referring Doctors
Tips for optimizing your messaging
Investing in marketing is a necessary part of growing any practice. If you’re sending out a message that’s not optimized, you may not be attracting the best patients. Fortunately, following a few simple guidelines can help you better speak to the patients who are a great fit for your practice. Who are your patients? Trying […]
Is it time to sell your practice?
Whether you are approaching an age when you’d like to retire, considering a career change or thinking of relocating, choosing the right time to sell your practice is a big decision. Here are a few signs that it might be time. You don’t really enjoy running your own business For some dentists, practice ownership winds […]
How to inject positive energy into your practice
Positive energy has the power to motivate your team and lead to better results across every productivity metric, but what can you do to get the ball rolling at your practice? Start by looking in the mirror Building a positive work environment starts at the top. Bring a positive attitude to the office and that’s […]
Tips for marketing cosmetic dentistry
Adding cosmetic dental procedures to your offerings is a good way to boost revenue and take advantage of a growing trend in the dental industry. More patients than ever are interested in dental aesthetics above and beyond oral health care. Given this trend, what’s the best way to market cosmetic dentistry services? Start with your […]
Should I go to an oral surgeon for my dental implant?
If you’re missing one or more teeth and are interested in getting dental implants, you might be wondering where to go. While general dentists will sometimes offer implant placement in the office, you’ll often be referred to an oral surgeon with specialized experience and training. Cases where a general dentist can be a good choice […]
Simple tips for caring for your implants
Dental implants are a permanent, low-maintenance solution for missing teeth–but just because caring for implants is easy, it doesn’t mean you should skip an oral health routine. Brush twice daily Although dental implants are not susceptible to cavities, food particles and plaque will still invite bacteria, which may lead to infection. You’ll still need to […]
Seven ideas for reducing work-related stress
Conquering stress is important to a good work-life balance. Here are some tips. 1. Learn to prioritize An unfortunate truth about running your own business is that you will likely never be “caught up.” There will always be tasks pending. If you don’t learn to prioritize, you may perpetually feel behind. Write down everything on […]
Balancing being a dentist and a business owner
Making the transition from dentist to practice owner can be a challenge. In this post, we’ll address some of the shifts in mindset required to successfully make this change. Attention to detail In a profession where accuracy is paramount to positive treatment results, it can be hard for some dentists to zoom out when it […]
A simple guide to how dental implants work
If you are considering dental implants for permanent tooth replacement, you might be wondering how an implant works and how it holds your new tooth in place. In this post, we’ll explain the basics. Implants attach directly to the jawbone While other tooth replacement treatments like dentures or a dental bridge only replace the crown, […]
Bone grafting basics
The loss of bone tissue in the jaw is an obstacle faced by some patients looking to get dental implants. In many cases, the solution to this problem is to add new bone growth through bone grafting treatment. Understanding bone loss The most common causes of bone loss in the jaw include: Tooth loss: Your […]
