Dr. Roger P. Levin

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Dos and don'ts for the hygiene department: It's not just 'cleaning'

Patients who believe that all a hygienist does is clean their teeth are much more likely to cut back on or completely eliminate hygiene visits. You can't expect patients to come in twice a year for mere "cleaning," especially if they're on tight personal budgets. Give them good reasons, and they will come, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin.

November 9, 2014

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Patient Communication

Dos and don'ts for relationship building

For dental practices, touch points with patients have always come easily. There are numerous opportunities for building durable practice-patient relationships. These can serve as a natural defense against patient migration if dentists learn to open up personally to patients in the course of providing professional care, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin.

November 2, 2014

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What dentists can learn from CEOs about setting and hitting targets

In the latest excerpt from his book, What Dentists Can Learn From Top CEOs, Dr. Roger P. Levin draws the distinction between targets and goals, and explains how to set -- and hit -- your targets for your practice.

October 29, 2014

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Team Management

Dos and don'ts for leadership: Grow yourself to grow your practice

Almost no one is born an excellent leader. Leadership comprises of skills that can be learned and improved upon just like a language or other area of study. As the CEO of the practice, dentists should strive to constantly better themselves, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin. Ultimately, becoming a stronger leader will help doctors get the most out of their careers.

October 26, 2014

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Patient Communication

Dos and don'ts for the new patient experience: First impressions last

The average new patient contributes a production level of approximately three times that of a current patient. That's why it's so important to make an excellent first impression, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin. The patient sees that yours is a caring practice dedicated to providing excellent dentistry -- and the patient in turn will become dedicated to the practice.

October 19, 2014

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Dos and don'ts for working with sales reps

Many doctors view sales representatives as distractions in an otherwise productive day. However, sales reps can provide useful information to dental practices. No one else in the industry possesses such leading-edge knowledge of the latest advances that can improve the experience of dentists, staff, and patients, according to Dr. Roger P. Levin.

October 12, 2014

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Dos and don'ts for elective dentistry: Present cosmetic services effectively

Patients want to look their best even in a down economy. After all, weddings and other life events continue to occur, and it's even more important for people to have confidence in their smiles during job interviews. Moreover, elective dentistry can help boost production with the patients you already have, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises.

October 5, 2014

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Dos and don'ts for practice leadership: Know when to rely on outside experts

Some of the most important decisions practice owners must make are in areas they know little about. Take advantage of outside experts' knowledge and experience when faced with major decisions in areas such as real estate, law, and financial planning, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises. You and your practice will benefit enormously.

September 28, 2014

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Office Management

Dos and don'ts for team building: Spend a day out of the office

Your team spends so many hours at your practice, just getting away to another venue can do wonders for team morale. Plan an all-day team retreat that features pleasant surroundings, good food, and fun that everyone can enjoy, advises Dr. Roger P. Levin in his latest Practice Success tip.

September 21, 2014

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Levin Q&A: Dealing with the new dental economy

In the latest edition of his Q&A series, Dr. Roger P. Levin addresses a topic of interest within the practice and management of dentistry. In this month's column, he discusses the new dental economy, how to thrive in it, and how it impacts the length of your career.

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Dentist fined in death of implant surgery patient

A dentist who performed implant surgery on an 81-year-old woman has agreed to resolve the case.

Smiling Older Man Alessandro Biascioli

Want to live? Maybe keep your teeth

Dentist Exam Woman

What dental practices need to know about Halloween emergencies

Pediatric Dentist Matea Michelangeli

Do you know the risks when dentists give pediatrics opioids?

Break Free from Burnout: Why Career Stress Is a Choice

Break Free from Burnout: Why Career Stress Is a Choice

This drug may treat postendodontic pain

This nerve pain drug may help manage post-traumatic trigeminal neuropathic occlusal pain following endodontic treatment, according to an observational study published in the Journal of Endodontics.

January 13, 2025

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Want to reduce dental anxiety? Try this.

This technology may help reduce dental anxiety in adults by lowering one's blood pressure, heart rate, and pain during treatments, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Dentistry.

January 13, 2025

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Do's and don'ts for planning a successful year

By Dr. Roger P. Levin

Set your practice up for a strong, successful year by following these do's and don'ts from Dr. Roger P. Levin.

January 13, 2025

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Dentist files whistleblower suit citing neglect, retaliation

By Melissa Busch

A dentist who worked at California prisons recently filed a whistleblower lawsuit against the state claiming she was unfairly fired after raising concerns that patients were neglected and more.

January 10, 2025

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Wake up. Teething may not disrupt sleep.

By Melissa Busch

Despite parents reporting that odontiasis affected their children's slumber, video showed teething may not increase sleep loss or cause fragmented sleep in infants, according to a new study.

January 10, 2025

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Know your numbers: The key to a successful dental transition

By Kim McCleskey

As a dental professional considering selling your practice, understanding your financial goals is a critical first step, writes Kim McCleskey.

January 10, 2025

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Dentist settles kickback ploy case

By Melissa Busch

A dentist who previously pleaded guilty in a more than $2 million Medicaid kickback scheme has paid more than $600,000 to settle False Claims Act allegations.

January 9, 2025

Gavel Money Lawsuit

This is the 1st-line therapy for toothaches

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be the first choice for managing acute dental pain after tooth extractions or temporary toothache relief, according to guidelines recently published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine.

January 9, 2025

Tooth Pain Woman

What to know about dental practice consolidation and IDSO partners in 2025

We spoke with Chip Fichtner, co-founder of Large Practice Sales, about the growing trend of invisible dental support organizations (IDSOs) and their impact on dental practices.

January 9, 2025

Dental Office Busy Staff

The truth about grape juice, stomach flu, and dental ramifications

Rumors are spreading that grape juice helps you battle a stomach bug. Tracee Dahm, RDH, dives into what dental teams should know for their patients and their oral health.

January 9, 2025

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Woman accused of running $11M dental fraud scheme

By Melissa Busch

A woman was arrested for allegedly operating an approximately $11 million scheme that defrauded dozens of patients through illegal dental practices.

January 8, 2025

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Gum disease tied to inflammation biomarker

Neutrophil percentage-to-albumin ratio (NPAR), a marker of systemic inflammation, may be linked with poor periodontal health, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.

January 8, 2025

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