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Dos and don'ts for practice production: Delegate everything possible
One of the most common limits on the growth potential of a dental practice is the dentist who micromanages. This behavior radically reduces the amount of time that can be spent on production. It also prevents staff from developing appropriate skills and a sense of purpose -- both of which are invaluable practice assets.
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Dos and don'ts for motivating the team: Institute a bonus system
A properly designed bonus system is a highly effective way to increase practice profitability. It also motivates your practice staff to work as a team. And there is no financial risk: bonuses are paid out only if you reach the target.
May 27, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice management: Broadcast your strengths
Why should patients come to your practice? One of the first things Levin Group consultants do when working with new clients is to ask a few questions to get them thinking about the best way to attract business.
May 20, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice production: Maximize your hygiene department
Recare is the continuous maintenance of a patient's oral health. You must reinforce the fact that maintaining oral health continues throughout a patient's life. The hygiene department serves as the engine that drives practice production.
May 13, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice management: Customer-driven
When patients come through the front door looking for treatment, a practice should remember that they are also customers. They deserve a level of customer service equal to the doctor's clinical standards. Every patient and potential patient is a customer. Every interaction, in any way, is an opportunity to make a favorable -- or negative -- impression.
May 6, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice production: The lab connection
A strong practice/laboratory relationship allows you to provide optimal quality of care combined with exceptional customer service and decreased overhead. Take the time to develop a strong relationship with dental labs.
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Dos and don'ts for hygiene education: Communication is key
Practices should use a variety of methods to fully educate patients on the extent of hygiene care that occurs in a typical recare visit. Patients are not aware of everything that is included in the hygiene appointment. One way to educate patients is the hygiene brochure.
April 22, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for patient retention: The value proposition
Motivating patients to value the hygiene visit continues to be one of the most challenging areas within dentistry. By far the most popular and perplexing question asked by dentists and hygienists alike is, "How can we motivate our patients to make a commitment to keep their scheduled appointments and perform their necessary daily oral hygiene requirements?"
April 15, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice profitability: Review hygiene fees
Dental practices must update fees on a regular basis to accurately reflect the cost of care being provided. Inaccurate hygiene fees (low or high) can prevent this department from achieving its goals. Outdated hygiene fees are a barrier to increasing practice profitability.
April 8, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for increasing hygiene production
Successful dental practices empower the hygiene department to present dentistry to patients. The ability to educate patients must be considered an essential part of the job description for today's dental hygienist.
April 1, 2012
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