Dr. Roger P. Levin

Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for cosmetic dentistry: Strike a balance
Cosmetic dentistry is an area where dentists can still substantially increase their profitability. The most successful practices offer a mix of traditional and cosmetic dentistry and are thereby able to cater to a wider array of patients.
February 26, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice production: Practice performance
Many practices have suffered decreased production since the recession. However, it can be difficult to face this fact in your own practice. As the CEO of your practice, you have to handle the hard truth about practice performance -- even if the truth hurts.
February 19, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for customer service
At one time, it was fairly easy to retain patients in the practice. How things have changed! With increased competition, keeping patients in the practice has become one of the greatest challenges that dental practices face today.
February 12, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for practice production: Patient referrals
Some dentists believe it is inappropriate to ask for patient referrals. In fact, this makes little sense. Truly satisfied patients will not think less of you for asking. If patients are happy with what you have done, they will often be more than happy to tell friends and family.
February 5, 2012
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Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for practice production
Every patient is a candidate for cosmetic dentistry. Even in today's economy, people will continue to pay for the services that make them feel better about themselves, especially cosmetic dentistry.
January 29, 2012
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Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for practice finance: Be realistic about embezzlement
No dentist likes to think someone might be embezzling practice funds, but even conservative studies indicate that it actually happens in about one out of every six practices.
January 22, 2012
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Dos and don'ts for scheduling: Coping with the chronically late patient
We've all had patients who can't manage to arrive on time for appointments. You can't scold them, and if you refuse to "bend" somewhat to accommodate them, they may well go off to some other practice. Yet their behavior inconveniences other patients and creates bottlenecks in your daily schedule. What to do?
January 15, 2012
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Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for telephone management
We all know how important first impressions are. You need to control what impression your practice is making -- and what is being accomplished -- during a new patient's first call.
January 8, 2012
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Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for social media
There's no question that social media is transforming the way people communicate, and services such as Facebook and Twitter can be very helpful marketing tools for dental practices. But like any communications channel, social media must be used wisely.
January 1, 2012
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Dental Education
Dos and don'ts for practice management: Making your referral process more effective
You probably have a smooth process for referring patients to specialists. However, is it as effective and efficient as it should be?
December 25, 2011
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Legal Issues
Pair guilty of $13M fraud, including free dental prosthetic scam
A New Jersey couple who operated a nonprofit claiming to help at-risk populations was convicted of defrauding the U.S. government.
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Dental Hygiene
This may push your hygienist to quit
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Oral-Systemic Link
Type 1 diabetes and oral health: Considerations for dental practitioners
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Wellness
Dr. Tom Giacobbi shares advice on how to battle burnout in the dental practice
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‘Reign of terror’ dentist sentenced to 7 decades-plus in prison
By Melissa Busch
A dentist who prosecutors said created a “reign of terror” environment was sentenced to state prison for sex-related offenses against women patients and an extern.
September 26, 2025
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SSRIs may affect gum regeneration
By Ava Barros
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) may slow gum regeneration, according to a study recently published in the International Dental Journal.
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Podcast: Navigating safe and legal employment practices in dentistry
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
Join Kevin Henry as he speaks with Michelle Coker, an employment practices analyst with the California Dental Association, about effective hiring practices, holiday policies, and more.
September 26, 2025
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Dr. Tom Giacobbi on 3D printing and your dental practice
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this episode of Just a Minute, Doc, Dr. Tom Giacobbi focuses on 3D printing and what it can do for your dental practice.
September 26, 2025
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How apical periodontitis varies by gender
By Ava Barros
A recent study highlights major differences in how apical periodontitis affects men and women.
September 25, 2025
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Postsurgical neuropathy a wrap?
By Karie Neeley Anderson
Finally, a suture-free device may repair severed nerves, eliminating neuropathy after procedures like oral surgery.
September 25, 2025
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Is your staff reducing your stress?
By Dr. Roger P. Levin
Is your team a help or a hindrance? Dr. Roger P. Levin shares how to transform your team into a self-driven, high-producing team.
September 25, 2025
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Burnout is impacting the entire team, not just dentists
By Ashley Bond
Burnout isn't solely affecting providers -- it's grinding practices to a halt. Ashley Bond of Wisdom offers practical tips to regain momentum.
September 25, 2025
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Is it time to sell? 5 indicators every dentist should look for
By Ryan Mingus
Every dentist exits -- the smart ones do it on their terms, writes Ryan Mingus of Tusk Partners.
September 25, 2025
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Mediterranean diet may curb gum disease
By Ava Barros
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet may lead to better gum health, and patients who consistently follow the diet have lower levels of certain inflammatory markers.
September 24, 2025
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Not all tooth pain is equal: Classifying the 5 types of endodontic emergencies
By Dr. Deepika Ganne
Dr. Deepika Ganne classifies five types of dental emergencies from irreversible pulpitis to facial cellulitis, providing diagnosis and treatment protocols for each condition.
September 24, 2025
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Clinical tip: Simple socket graft suturing
By DrBicuspid.com staff writers
In this clinical video, Dr. Doug Smail demonstrates his simple socket grafting and suturing technique.
September 24, 2025
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