In a recent survey of musical preferences, the song that was found to be the most relaxing in medical situations, such as dentist appointments, is “Don’t Stop Believin’” by Journey. Tebra, a digital healthcare platform, conducted research through surveys and Spotify analysis to explore the connection between music and patient emotions when in the waiting … Read more
THE WHY: The Owner’s Story Lloydminster is a vibrant, fast-growing community of 32,000, straddling the border of Alberta and Saskatchewan. It is home to Wayside Dental Centre, a large and well-established 19-op general dentistry practice that serves the local families and devoted residents of surrounding rural communities. It was a well-established 12-op practice back in 2010 … Read more
As the owner of a dental practice, you value your long-term patients. But to grow your practice properly, you’ll need to find ways to simultaneously focus on patient retention and developing a steady stream of inquiries that lead to new relationships. To do this, you must focus on improving the patient experience before and after … Read more
Oral Health is pleased to share the results of our annual Data Driven Dentistry survey! The purpose of the survey was to understand what dental practices are currently doing to thrive, grow, and prosper, with a focus on themes of technology and AI, marketing, team management, transition planning, and more. We will share the results … 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
New practice owners and seasoned ones alike should assess and act on these fundamentals.
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
Dr. Wayne Dionne Owner, Clinique Dentaire Dr. Wayne Dionne What have you observed to be the biggest change to the dentistry profession since you began your career? Over time patients have become more informed with the internet and social media. This creates more expectations because patients are more educated about dentistry. This will have a positive … Read more
CE Courses: Online or In-person? We looked at the trends in CE and found dentists’ preferences were split between in-person and online courses, but that topic of course was the most important in decision-making. The Importance of Dental Labs Most dentists do not plan to add an in-house lab to their practice, but we explored … 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
Feeling “stuck”? Maybe these ideas can help you elevate: BE Present – We’re programmed to constantly be DO-ing. Work. Gym. Cook. Clean. Shop. Friends. Family. Travel. Repeat. But this doesn’t bring inner peace or outer wish fulfilment. Time to re-program! Devote time every day to being absolutely still (meditate, pray, etc.). You’ll stop yourself from … Read more
Learn more about dental technology, office design, financial tips, and more in the 2023 highlight reel for the Brush Up Podcast. These are some of the best moments from the first 10 episodes. Thanks for listening throughout the year! Listen to the full episodes. Read the audio transcript below: Dr. James Younger: So part of … 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
This month we wanted to look at how valuable the hygiene department is for a successful dental practice. We tend to agree with the 48% of dentists who consider an outstanding hygiene department essential for success, since hygienists help diagnose the amount of dentistry needs to be done and, therefore, increase revenue. When looking at … Read more
Dr. Francois Lechner Founder of Prisma Dentistes, Montreal, Quebec What is the one piece of technology you could not work without? The iTero scanner with the NIRI function is the piece of equipment I couldn’t live without in 2023. It gives me the opportunity to quickly demonstrate to the patient the issues that need to … Read more
