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Empathy is the missing link in patient care
By Dr. Alvin Danenberg
Could paying attention to one aspect of healthcare increase a patient's chances of recovery? What if this were not some new technology or device but rather taking the time to listen to your patients and understand their feelings? Periodontist Dr. Alvin Danenberg suggests empathy might be a key to helping patients heal.
April 16, 2019
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Affordable Care, Western Dental move up on DSO list
By Theresa Pablos
Western Dental and Affordable Care were the biggest movers in DrBicuspid.com's twice-a-year update of the largest dental service/support organizations (DSOs) in the U.S. How did the other DSOs rank? Find out in our updated list.
April 16, 2019
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Dental infections cost Texas $1.7B, 196 lives
By Theresa Pablos
Hospital admissions charges because of nontraumatic dental infections cost Texas $1.7 billion over 10 years, according to a new analysis of inpatient hospital data. These infections also cost nearly 200 Texans their lives.
April 14, 2019
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Do's and don'ts for practice communication: Promote effective communication
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
As the practice leader, you are responsible for keeping team members informed and inspired, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip. Outline the day's schedule in the morning meeting, frequently thank and compliment staff, or give encouragement when challenges arise, he advises. Just make sure that every interaction is clear and positive.
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New-patient interview aids treatment acceptance
By Sally McKenzie
New patients want to know that your practice is interested in their oral health, not just trying to get them to accept expensive treatments. Practice management consultant Sally McKenzie suggests conducting a new-patient interview to learn what they like and don't like about their oral health.
April 8, 2019
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Study: Dentist Medicaid participation lower than expected
By Lori Roniger
Obtaining accurate data on which dentists see Medicaid patients and how many patients they treat can be difficult. Researchers looked at these issues, and their findings suggest that Medicaid participation rates may be much lower than previously believed, they reported in a study published in the Journal of the American Dental Association.
April 7, 2019
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Do's and don'ts for creating an efficient office
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Every day there are a thousand different things that can create inefficiency in your office. Poor communication, scheduling, or systems can throw any practice off its game. Working efficiently doesn't just happen. It takes proper planning and focus. Dr. Roger P. Levin offers tips for creating a more efficient office.
April 7, 2019
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Week in Review: Sealant awareness | CDT code changes | Unneeded CT scans
By Tony Edwards
April 4, 2019
CDA's supply marketplace expands to 3 more states
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The California Dental Association (CDA) subsidiary The Dentists Supply Company has announced plans to expand access to members of organized dentistry in three U.S. states.
April 4, 2019
Ill. dental society partners to offer savings for dentists
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
The Illinois State Dental Society and Independent Dental Solutions have partnered to develop a discounted merchandise and equipment program for Illinois dentists.
April 4, 2019
Seize the marketing advantage with teledentistry: Part 2
By Michael Ventriello
Teledentistry at one time may have been thought of as exclusively a public health service. However, as the technology has evolved and the costs involved lowered, the opportunity for this service to add to your practice's revenue has grown. Part 2 of this series by Michael Ventriello focuses on how to promote the benefits to your current and prospective patients.
April 3, 2019
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5 reasons why new hires don't work out
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Dr. Roger P. Levin often reminds dentists that the staff they have now likely is not the staff they will retire with. Hiring the right staff is a process, he notes in his latest column. He details five reasons why some new hires do not work out and how to improve your hiring process.
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