Dr. Roger P. Levin[email protected]Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for establishing trust with patientsThe higher the level of trust patients have in the doctor and staff, the more successful the practice will be. Trust builds patient loyalty, ensuring lasting practice-patient relationships. It also makes patients far more likely to refer family and friends to your practice, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.October 15, 2018Dental Practice5 practical ways to win at the insurance gameWhile many practices may look at insurance as challenging, there are ways to make it work, Dr. Roger P. Levin notes in his latest monthly column, based on the most thought-provoking topics from the Dental Business Study Clubs. He shares five practical ways your practice can win at the insurance game.October 10, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for dental products: Discuss home care products with all patientsYou're the home dental care expert for your patients. Recommend and explain how home care products help maintain oral health, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin. Even if patients don't end up buying products, they'll still see that you care about their oral health -- which will strengthen the practice-patient relationship.October 7, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for associates: Give new associates the proper supportA new associate should be viewed as an asset to the dental team and the office. Make it clear from the beginning that the associate dentist is to be treated with respect. Give everything your new team member needs to succeed and your practice will succeed as well, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.September 30, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for having a productive day: Set the tone for a productive daySome people say that how you start your day is how you'll end it. So it's important to begin the day on the right note. Rally the troops and set the expectation for a productive day that includes great attitudes, stellar customer service, and excellent clinical care, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.September 23, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for teamwork: Encourage teamworkIn a well-run practice, each team member's individual responsibilities are clearly spelled out. Yet there are always opportunities for staff members to help others. Think about how teammates can assist each other, and encourage staff members to volunteer for each other when necessary. The more the team works together and supports each other, the better the team as a whole will perform, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin.September 16, 2018Dental Practice5 practical factors in increasing case acceptanceCase acceptance is a critical factor in practice success, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest monthly column, based on the most thought-provoking topics from the Dental Business Study Clubs. He shares five practical ways your practice can increase case acceptance.September 12, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for elective treatment: Actively promote elective treatmentDoctors and hygienists should mention cosmetic services to patients, using brochures and visual aids to create interest, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin. Internal marketing activities, such as special promotions, updates on services, signs and displays around the office, and social media posts, will keep patients thinking about why they should consider aesthetic treatment.September 9, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for helping patients understand dental insuranceDental insurance coverage is a source of anxiety for many people. Anything you can do to alleviate that anxiety is a win for the patient and the practice, notes Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip. When you solve a problem for patients, they remember it and will often tell their friends about the exceptional service they received at your practice.September 3, 2018Dental PracticeDo's and don'ts for problem-solving: Be a problem-solverA busy dental office will always experience its share of challenges and problems, but a positive attitude is often the first step to overcoming adversity. Think of a problem as an opportunity to improve performance, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.August 26, 2018Previous PagePage 46 of 98Next PageTop StoriesLegal IssuesNew details emerge about dentist facing suit over patient deathNew information has emerged concerning an oral surgeon facing a lawsuit and possible disciplinary action in the death of a patient.Office ManagementDentists aren’t feeling great about this situationFluorideA new cavity-fighter that ditches silver in the worksDental HygieneLooking back, moving forward: A reflection for National Dental Hygiene MonthPatient CommunicationDo’s and don’ts for improving your case presentation
