This very blog represents an ever-growing, still-relevant, and robust component of dental practices’ successful digital marketing campaigns. While blogs as a form of content have been around for more than 30 years, what in 1999 amounted to ~24 bloggers now spans in excess of four million active blogs in Canada alone. The power of this dynamic platform for educating, … Read more
Welcome to 2024! This is the time when we think of all the exciting changes that come with a new year. We swear all those “old” habits that have held us back will be kicked to the curb and replaced with “new,” life-changing ones. This “out with the old” idea brought to mind recent conversations I have … Read more
In a snapshot of around 350 small businesses, B2B firm Clutch found that one in five respondents “selectively” opted to use social platforms like Facebook as their primary online “home” instead of the conventional website.1 Despite some movement on this front, websites are hardly going the way of the dinosaurs. In fact, it is estimated … Read more
THE WHY: The Owner’s Story The journey to opening Finer Dentistry began in 1996 when Dr. Yoav Finer, his wife, and their young twin daughters moved to Canada from Israel. Despite the initial uncertainties of not knowing anyone here, they embraced the adventure with heart and determination. Upon arrival, the welcoming society enabled them to … Read more
If you work in dentistry, you want to be busy during the holiday season. A fully booked schedule shows that the folks in your area trust you to take care of their health and are committed to improving their dental hygiene with you. However, a busy seasonal schedule can quickly lead to burnout and heightened … Read more
We all know how a smile speaks 1,000 words without its “wearer” saying a word. So, it stands to reason that one of the most powerful tools that dentists have to market their practice is compelling “before” and “after” photos. These photos showcase examples of your work – skill, talents, artistry, technical capacity, and so … Read more
”Can you believe the year is almost over?” This is the question we always ask ourselves as we make our way to the final weeks of the year. And, of course, we wonder what the next year will have in store for us. Economically, we can certainly expect a bumpy ride. With total GDP falling … Read more
Dentistry as a profession has experienced much change in the past five years. The economy has also changed immensely in that period. Following suit, the value and sale price of dental practices in the Canadian marketplace has also seen the pendulum swing in both directions. A rise in values as interest rates fell in 2020 … Read more
THE WHY: The Owner’s Story Henday Dental is a start-up located in Edmonton, Alberta. It is the brain child of two enthusiastic partners, Dr. Dwayne Olatonade and Dr. Aqib Shirazi. This beautiful practice opened its doors in August 2023. Dr. O began his entrepreneurial journey in 2017 as a sole owner of his first practice … Read more
Saving taxes involve planning and taking action before the tax savings window closes. Trying to save taxes when completing your personal or corporate tax returns is often too late, like closing the barn door after the horses have left. There are tax planning and saving ideas dentists should consider implementing before 2024. 1. Alternative Minimum … Read more
Are flawed processes keeping your team from experiencing better efficiency, healthier clients, happier employees, and continued practice growth? The challenge: As a dedicated practice manager, I have a team of exceptional individuals who showcase remarkable skills and talents. However, some challenges require attention. Specifically, I invest significant time in managing questions and conflicts related to … Read more
How to audit and improve content to fight dental fears We all know that you and your friendly, non-judgmental team are nothing to fear! However, studies like this could make you wonder: How many potential patients never make it to our office because the very idea of visiting a dentist is a panic attack-inducing prospect? The patients you actually … Read more
Let’s be totally honest, you are the CEO of your practice. Perhaps you are a reluctant CEO, as I recently heard one speaker describe it. But you are the CEO! And great CEOs understand they cannot do it all alone. They need a team to help them. For the last five months, my blogs have … Read more
THE WHY: The Owner’s Story Honce Dentistry is thrilled to open their recently relocated, beautifully-designed office in Kelowna, BC. Dr. Mark Honce graduated from dental school in 2001. After working with his father as an associate for many years, he took the opportunity to purchase the practice outright in 2010. His father had been a … Read more
This week Dr. James Vassallo joins Michael Carabash to discuss why he decided to retire from dentistry. Stay tuned for more clips from this interview! Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!
In a profession dedicated to maintaining the brightest of smiles, a stark trend has emerged that is casting a shadow on the field of dental hygiene. Numerous dental hygienists are resigning from dental practices that they have worked at for years. The cause behind this surge in resignations are multifaceted, and in this article, we … Read more
Are flawed processes holding your team back from experiencing better efficiency, healthier clients, happier employees, and continued practice growth? The challenge: As a new graduate I am having a hard time integrating the techniques and standards I learned in school into our practice, particularly with some resistance from more senior hygienists. The solution: Navigating differences … Read more
In 2023, there’s a lot of competition in the field of dentistry, and there are also high standards to meet to ensure the health and satisfaction of your patients. That’s why you must find the best dentists, dental hygienists, and dental office managers for your practice. These four steps will put you on the right … Read more
THE WHY: The Owner’s Story Cityplace Dental Group was purchased by a trio of principal dentists who met in dental school. Dr. Murad Zaman, Dr. Sunny Virdi, and Dr. Todd Honcharik often discussed their dream of partnering one day as practice owners. After graduating, they worked as associates in various parts of Rural Manitoba for … Read more
