Dr. Roger P. Levin[email protected]Team ManagementDo's and don'ts for practice communication: Promote effective communicationAs 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.April 14, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for creating an efficient officeEvery 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, 2019Dental Practice5 reasons why new hires don't work outDr. 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.April 3, 2019Dental EducationDo's and don'ts for education: Create opportunities for learningWhether it's for you, your staff, or your patients, educational opportunities are a great benefit to your practice, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest Practice Success tip. Business education helps improve your management skills. Continuing education can keep your staff up to date with the latest technology and techniques, and dental education will help teach your patients the value of proper dental care.March 31, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for projecting professionalismWhatever your role in the practice, your manner will affect the mood for everyone there, including patients. A dental practice is a relatively small space, so it's important to set aside personal issues, focus on cooperation and patient care, and always be professional, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.March 24, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for maximizing your practice's valueA dental practice is an asset. Unfortunately, most dentists don't view their practices in this way until they get close to retirement. Practice leaders must continue to build value in their practices throughout their entire career to ensure the greatest return on investment, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises.March 17, 2019Dental Practice5 practical questions to ask yourself about dental insuranceDental insurance is a complex issue, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest column. He poses five practical questions to ask yourself to find out if you are getting what you need from your insurance reimbursements.March 13, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for promoting your implant servicesGiven the huge number of edentulous people, most patients are likely to know someone who could benefit from implants. This service should get special attention during both the new patient orientation and appointments with existing patients. Creating greater awareness of implants can lead to referrals of family members, friends, and other acquaintances, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest Practice Success tip.March 10, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for delegating for greater successAs the practice's primary producer, you can raise production dramatically by delegating virtually all nonclinical responsibilities to staff members, Dr. Roger P. Levin writes in his latest Practice Success tip. Just as important, delegation gives the practice greater flexibility in day-to-day operations, and it empowers team members to excel and take pride in their work.March 3, 2019Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for ensuring your new associate's successYou want and need for your new associate to be a success. This begins with how you welcome this new team member to your staff. A new associate should be viewed as an asset to the dental team and the office. As the practice leader, you should make this clear in word and action, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.February 24, 2019Previous PagePage 42 of 97Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesMultiple complaints lead to arrest of imposter dentistA woman was arrested for allegedly running an illegal dental practice after several people reported to authorities that they experienced complications after she performed their dental work.PodcastsPodcast: Let's talk about the dentist, stress, and burnoutSmile DesignClinical tip: How to properly remove alignersIndustry UpdatesThese companies paid big bucks to U.S. cliniciansSponsor ContentJoin Us