Shedding Old Habits
Why is it so hard to implement good habits? Part of the reason is our brain cannot tell the difference between good and bad habits. According to researchers, bad habits are always… Continue On +
Consider Conflict for Generating New Ideas
Are you struggling to find innovative ideas for your practice and team? Maybe what you need is a little conflict. This is not the same conflict that keeps you up and night… Continue On +
The Clash over Full-Mouth Debridements
Few dental procedures cause more controversy between front and back teams than full mouth debridements. Not only is the procedure difficult to say, it’s also challenging to get insurance companies to pay… Continue On +
Top Ways Dentists Get Into Trouble
One of the most effective ways to stay out of trouble with the Board of Dentistry, American Dental Association (ADA), and dental insurance companies is to understand some of the top reasons… Continue On +
Protecting Your Petty Cash
Imagine a small unlocked box full of cash sitting out of sight from its owner. What are the chances someone might see this as an opportunity to just take a little money? … Continue On +
Your Best Defense in a Dental Insurance Audit
What would an insurance audit uncover in your dental practice? Even if you have nothing to hide, you may still have potential liability. What typically sinks the ship for dentists is the… Continue On +
Personal Expenses and the Corporate Account
Commingling personal expenses and business expenses is a bad idea for multiple reasons. A prudent business owner needs keep the expenses separate and it is important to understand that even if you… Continue On +
No Good Deed Goes Unpunished
How do you handle situations where dental patients refuse x-rays? Do you see the patients anyway? How about when patients need treatment for gum disease, yet they insist on having a basic… Continue On +
3 Tips for Making Stronger Connections with Patients
Making a strong connection with your dental patients is vital for improving treatment acceptance and practice performance. Fortunately, the path to making a stronger connection is easy to master if you remember… Continue On +
How to Permanently Plan for Temporary Disability (Part II)
During many difficult situations we encounter in life, it is often our friends and colleagues that help us weather the storm of uncertainty and doubt, and get us back up on our… Continue On +
Bet on your Staff
After you expend the time and resources to hire someone, how do develop your new team member to ensure she/he meets your expectations? Just because a new hire has experience doesn’t mean… Continue On +
Resolve Conflict by Focusing on Needs and Interests
Few of us enjoy conflict. But instead of hiding from it, consider how you can manage it more effectively. Max Lucade once said, “Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” Hopefully we… Continue On +