The goals of patient communication in dentistry
We are people that are being told a million things each day. When was the last time you kept this in mind when reaching out to your patients? To provide meaningful communication and break through the noise, you need to be able to zero in on one specific message that acts as a call to action. […]
4 advantages of cloud computing for a single-location dental practice
When it comes to the import of wide-reaching technology, the size of a practice has historically felt like the deciding factor. For smaller dental offices, there is often a window of ‘wait and see,’ as practices look to other, similarly-sized offices for success. The incredible aspect of cloud technology is that it offers value not […]
4 advantages of cloud computing for a multi-office dental practice
Many dentists, technicians, and office managers might recall the excitement as practices started to do away with walls of patient records kept in manilla folders. As on-prem servers and software replaced files loaded with mixed degrees of penmanship, patient information became more reliable and easier to update. The risk of records not being correctly updated […]
The 3 P’s – Dental KPI and analytics made easy
You want to be a successful dental clinic, but how will you know if you’ve made it? And more importantly, once you’ve reached success, how do you stay there? Quantifying success can be done in a variety of ways: client satisfaction surveys, new patients, five-star reviews, and revenue. In business, the most common method of measuring […]
Cloud computing explained
Have you ever wondered what ‘Cloud computing’ is, where all the information is stored, what some concrete examples are, and most importantly, is it safe? Simply put, much of what cloud technology consists of is largely based on the initial idea of the internet itself. The cloud allows you to establish a direct connection to […]
How to avoid no-show appointments and last-minute cancellations in your dental office
When patients don’t show, up or cancel at the last minute, it can harm your dental clinic’s bottom line. No-show appointments equate to lost time, productivity, and profit for your practice. Patients also suffer from missed appointments due to delayed care as well as reduced available appointment times. You may be thinking, I can’t control my […]
How to get patient feedback for your dental practice
There are many types of patients in the world. They range from enthusiastic go-getters that are eagerly awaiting your confirmation that they are cavity-free, to the slightly more apprehensive. Regardless of their disposition, understanding what your patients think of you and your team’s work is incredibly important. Understanding if someone enjoys, or even loves the work […]
Finding productivity in your dental clinic
How many patients can I squeeze into the day? The most common refrain among dentists and office managers alike. The business of a dental practice is built on providing quality oral health care to as many people as the day can hold. Patient care will always be the bread and butter of the industry, but […]
Hiring tips for the right dental practice fit
Let’s take a moment to talk about how busy life gets inside your dental office. Between sealants and whitenings, there’s managing schedules, sterilizing tools, and serving patients as just a taste of the tasks that fill every day. Finding the right people to assist in your practice when it comes to performing these procedures is […]
Top 3 reasons you need practice management software
There’s much to be said for going digital and ditching the burden of paperwork, but not all benefits of a paper-free office are instantly obvious. To address the most compelling arguments for digitizing the dentist’s office, here are three big benefits you can expect. When you incorporate practice management software into your business, you’ll start […]