In this installment of Data Driven Dentistry’s roundtable video series, we gathered leaders in the industry to discuss how to strengthen your business skills as a practice owner. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on … Read more
There are many different factors that go into running a successful dental practice. Our panel discusses which factors they see as most important and why! *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on behalf of Oral … Read more
Don’t underestimate the willingness of your patients when it comes to dental insurance. Most patients have it (more than you think) and if presented with a treatment that would be covered, even partially, are willing to use it. Open the dialogue around the topic, whether it’s you, your office manager or front desk staff, to … Read more
In part 2 of our Technology in School episode, the roundtable gets more in depth about how to make sure dental students are exposed to the necessary technologies. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on … Read more
It should be no surprise to you that the phone in your practice is one of the most important pieces of technology to have. After all, that is how nearly ¾ of patients first contact a dental practice, plus returning patients trust this easy method to schedule appointments, ask questions and refer new patients. How … Read more
Up for discussion in part 7 of our Data Driven Dentistry roundtable is how to make sure dental students are working with new technologies. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on behalf of Oral Health. … Read more
In part 6 of our Data Driven Dentistry video series, the roundtable discusses the impact CAD/CAM dentistry devices have had on their practice. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on behalf of Oral Health. Using … Read more
Successfully convincing your patients to accept a necessary treatment for their oral health is an important goal to have. You want the best for your patient… and your practice. Whether it’s a case of dental anxiety or a lack of dental insurance, the possible reasons for your patient denying treatment are endless. An important reason … Read more
In the fifth installment of the Data Driven Dentistry roundtable series, our panel of industry leaders discuss the price of new technology and when they are willing to make a purchase. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and … Read more
Part 4 of our Data Driven Dentistry roundtable has our panel discussing the equipment they’ve purchased recently and how they decide what technology to invest in. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on behalf of … Read more
You’re undoubtedly sick of hearing about how your practice needs a digital marketing strategy, to build a social media presence and why you should learn about SEO. While the dental industry relies heavily (and successfully) on patients’ word-of-mouth to refer and find dentists, there’s a digital alternative that you should be paying attention to: online … Read more
Despite everything you may hear in 2019, your business will not disintegrate if you’re not on social media. That’s not to say you aren’t missing out on a large younger audience, but there are some successful alternatives. • Focus on your website. Your website should host all of the information patients are looking for when … Read more
Let’s not beat around the bush: patients can and will leave your practice because of you. Dissatisfaction with a dentist or their team is the number one reason for patients finding a new practice. However, it’s crucial to note: patients want to be loyal and stay. You already know that chairside manner is the most … Read more
Running any business has its challenges, but as our panel of industry leaders will discuss, dental practices faces some unique (although agreeable) challenges day-to-day. *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on behalf of Oral Health. … Read more
First impressions matter. Whether it’s the first handshake, the first walk-through or the first “hello” in a phone call – they matter. Those firsts are how you base your opinion on an experience, and that’s what your patients are doing the moment they call your office or walk through the door. Visualize your office and … Read more
There’s no denying patients are more technology savvy than ever. And if they aren’t, they can easily Google “intraoral camera” or “CAD/CAM” and walk into their next dental appointment “experts”. It’s understandable why 55.2% of Canadian dentists are concerned of the demand for dental technologies by patients. But relax, it’s not as bad as you … Read more
The Oral Health Group team attended Henry Schein’s 2019 National Sales Conference in February and were happy to attend in support of Henry Schein and our new Practice Management Expert, Dr. James Yacyshyn. Dr. Yacyshyn shared his expertise at the meeting on a panel with industry experts from MNP and dentalcorp. #ScheinTalks was a really … Read more
Up for discussion in part two of our Data Driven Dentistry roundtable: Is it really quality over quantity when it comes to accepting new patients to your practice? *Between February and March 2018, RKI, a third party independent research house, conducted a 10-minute online survey of active, practicing non-hospital affiliated dentists and dental specialists on … Read more
In the day-to-day rush and routine of running a dental practice it can be difficult to pause and appreciate the value your staff bring not only to your office, but your patients’ experiences. We recently surveyed 1,000 dental patients from across Canada and they agree: your staff are important. Nearly one third of patients said … Read more
