Free Resource Library

For some, texting may still conjure up the image of a teenage girl sending emojis to her circle of friends, rather than a patient communicating with a healthcare provider or an executive communicating new idea to his colleagues. Almost everyone uses text messaging as a means of communication these days, whether socially or for business. Read More...

Tell me if you’ve heard this one before: A mom, desperately trying to get ahold of her kid, calls and calls and calls to no avail. Moments later her phone lights up as it begins to vibrate—it’s her child! But it’s not the sound of their voice but a text message. A TEXT MESSAGE! Someone Read More...

Most dentists are aware that patients hate the sound of the drill, that shot in the roof of the mouth and root canals; however, there are several things that dentists may not realize their patients hate. While patient retention is fairly complex, avoiding things that your patients hate should be at the top of your Read More...

Marketing your dental practice is nothing like it was even ten years ago. And, let’s face it, you went to school to be a dentist, not an online marketer. At this point, you’ve likely heard about or maybe you are even in the process of attempting to achieve better search engine optimization (SEO.) In this Read More...

When I started working in the dental field clinicians weren’t required to wear gloves. To say things have come a long way is a major understatement. Those of us that have been in the field since the beginning have a special appreciation of the way technology has increased our ability as professionals to manage oral Read More...

Focusing on patient satisfaction allows you to deliver outstanding customer service. Even if you aren’t known for your charm, the real trick to achieving true patient satisfaction simply this: Know what your patients want. And then give it to them. Patients Want to Feel Important Always greet your patients by name. Include personal information in Read More...

Operating a dental practice is always a challenge. You have many huge decisions about all aspects of the business. Decisions that affect your bottom line are often the most important. After all, if the practice is not profitable, there is no point in staying in business. When your patients make an appointment and show up Read More...

According to a recent report published by Software Advice, patients are increasingly using online reviews to acquire information about wait times before scheduling an appointment. Software Advice surveyed more than 5,000 U.S. patients to determine how wait times affect a patient’s view of a particular practice. Throughout the survey, it became evident that decreasing a patient’s Read More...

Two retired patients might be equally stressed when making their respective dental appointments for the same restorative procedure. However, if you’re a practice manager watching them in the waiting room, you could see two very different pictures. Jim, 71, has his hands folded tightly in his lap as he stares at the wall across from Read More...

Visiting the dentist may not be on anyone’s list of favorite things to do. As a practice owner or office manager, this is bad news for you. While you might not be able to convince your patients that dental visits are as enjoyable as a spa treatment, there is no need for these clients to Read More...

When a patient walks into your office, does he see loose files, phones ringing off their hooks, and employees scrambling because there is not enough help? Or does he see a front office that runs smoothly and efficiently? Your Front Office Should Make the Right First Impression A disorganized office makes a patient uncomfortable. They Read More...

Whether you are just getting your orthodontics practice off the ground or you have been around a few years and are hoping to expand, there are bound to be growing pains. However, if you are willing to learn from the experience of others, you will find that growth comes a little easier. Five steps you Read More...