Patient Communication: Page 80

The 5 worst actions your treatment coordinator can take

By Jen Butler, MEd

Treatment presentation is difficult at the best of times. Talking to a patient about money for a treatment that person isn't excited about requires a set of unique skills. Practice management consultant Jen Butler outlines the five worst actions your treatment coordinator can do in this situation. She also shares the best thing to say to your patient.

September 14, 2017

Summer 2017 new-product roundup from DrBicuspid.com

By Tony Edwards

During summer 2017, new products ranging from accessory posts to composites and amalgam separators were introduced. Here is our roundup of new products from Kulzer, Komet USA, Cosmedent, and other companies.

September 14, 2017

Are periodontitis and rheumatoid arthritis linked?

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

At first glance, periodontal disease and rheumatoid arthritis may not seem to have anything in common. However, periodontist Alvin Danenberg digs into the research and finds they may have more common ground than first thought.

September 12, 2017

6 tips to put even your most nervous patients at ease

By Sally McKenzie

The thought of going to the dentist sends some patients into a state of panic. However, visiting the dentist is not just difficult for the patient -- treating these patients can be stressful for you and your team. Practice management consultant Sally McKenzie offers six tips to help you put these patients at ease.

September 5, 2017

Treatment planning is key for practice growth

By Lori Roniger

Ready to take your practice to the next level? Sonia Leziy, DDS, spoke at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting about the most important innovations in recent years to her periodontal and prosthodontic group practice. They're not what you think.

September 4, 2017

Investment firms complete Carestream Dental acquisition

By DrBicuspid.com staff writers

The acquisition of Carestream Dental by two private investment firms has been completed.

August 31, 2017

To treat or to send a patient home?

By Jen Butler, MEd

Are your patients balking at treatment presentation? If so, practice management consultant Jen Butler suggests giving patient options. It may seem intuitive, but giving the patient the power to choose between treatment options may help your practice over time.

August 31, 2017

What you need to know about top prescription meds

By Theresa Pablos

Pharmacist Tom Viola detailed what dental professionals need to know about the most frequently prescribed medications at the recent California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting.

August 29, 2017

What is myth and what is reality?

By Dr. Alvin Danenberg

Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg notes that sometimes we can all take certain teachings about health for granted. However, the battle is figuring out what is myth and what is reality when it comes to your patient's care. He advocates asking questions to come to practical conclusions.

August 29, 2017

New products from CDA Presents 2017 in San Francisco

By Tony Edwards

SAN FRANCISCO - A highlight of the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting is the many new, useful, and interesting products on display in the exhibit hall. Here we bring you a look at some of the offerings from companies such as Air Techniques, Sikka Software, Zest Dental Solutions, and more.

August 24, 2017

CDA Presents 2017: How to protect your practice from cyberattacks

By Tony Edwards

SAN FRANCISCO - The most important step you can take to protect your practice from a cyberattack is educating yourself and your staff on security risks, according to cybersecurity expert Arash Shokouh, who spoke on the topic at the California Dental Association's CDA Presents 2017 meeting on August 24.

August 24, 2017

Do's and don'ts for online marketing: Is it time for a website upgrade?

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

How old is your current website? If it's older than 3 years, you and your team should do a top-to-bottom review, recommends Dr. Roger P. Levin. Look for outdated content, missing services, old photos, lack of photos or images, broken links, etc. This gives you a good start on improving the site.

August 20, 2017

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