Hiring a New Hygienist? Try This...
Now that you have a clear picture of what you want, it's time to find some candidates! Most dentists will take an approach that recruiters refer to as...
Adam McWethy | 9 years ago ›New From Frank Spear: Treatment Planning Evolution and Practice Evolution: Part II
In Dr. Frank Spear's new course, he goes over the 'fun' stage of owning a practice, otherwise known as the profit stage. Most practitioners consider this...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›Study: Poisonous Weed Contributed to Sterling Oral Health of Ancient People
A new study published in the journal PLOS ONE suggests that a highly toxic weed may be responsible for the impeccable dental health of ancient people....
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›Transferring Retention for Patients Treated Outside Your Referral Network: Part I
In my last post I discussed how you might go about setting up a plan for transfer of retention from orthodontists within your referral network to yourself....
Cheryl DeWood | 9 years ago ›New From Frank Spear: Treatment Planning Evolution with Practice Evolution
There are many factors that enter into the processes of treatment planning and case presentation. One factor that we don't often think about is the fact...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›New from Frank Spear: Creating a New Patient Experience with Intention
Trying to understand behavior tactics and proper procedures at a new patient’s visit can be some of the most challenging things we face as clinicians. We don't...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›It isn't a stretch to say that every dentist that spends time with Spear Education is different from the dentists who populate the majority of our profession....
Gary DeWood | 9 years ago ›What Motivates You to Treat Edentulous Patients?
Most edentulous patients that come into the clinic are in a pretty 'tough spot' – some of them are anxious, while others may feel embarrassed about...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›Are You Protecting Your Online Reputation?
It's no secret that many small businesses, including dental practices, have discovered the value of online reviews. It is a great way for patients to...
Doug Benting | 9 years ago ›The Real Role of the Dental Assistant
Helping the doctor stay organized during and after procedures is critical to efficient time management. The dental assistant acts as a chairside manager...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›Creating a Transfer of Retention Plan for Orthodontists in Your Network
For orthodontists to whom you refer preferentially, I recommend having a discussion about their ideas and preferences regarding retention in general if...
Cheryl DeWood | 9 years ago ›Study: Lasers, Rats and the Future of Dentistry
A new Harvard-led study published in the journal, Science Translational Medicine, has determined that the use of low-powered lasers can stimulate stem...
Denise Prichard | 9 years ago ›