Curtis Marshall[email protected]Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Stopping the problem firstWhen there's a problem, wanting to take immediate action is a very human reaction. In his return to DrBicuspid.com, Curtis Marshall of Dental Intel offers an example of when taking a step back to analyze the problem and to find actionable solutions led to more patients and a better retention rate for one practice.November 27, 2017Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: The numbers that really matterDental Intel's Curtis Marshall married into a dental family. He's seen how the profession has evolved and its focus on numbers. But as he reminds all of us, while numbers do matter, it's not just your practice numbers that matter, but the time you spend with your family.November 10, 2016Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Communication advances technologyIt's not always easy to ask for help, especially when it comes to using new technologies. As Curtis Marshall writes in his latest Naked Dentist column, sometimes it just takes some open, honest communication and asking for help to overcome obstacles.October 24, 2016Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Data reveal recall gapsOne of the ongoing themes in his Naked Dentist column is the difference data can make in a practice. As Dental Intel Vice President Curtis Marshall writes, using data to increase your recall numbers can make a significant difference to your bottom line.February 22, 2016Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Small wins add upHow do elite athletes, such as swimmer Michael Phelps, tip the odds in their favor and become the world's best? More relevantly, how can you duplicate this success in your dental office? As Dental Intel Vice President Curtis Marshall writes, success happens when small wins accumulate.February 4, 2016Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Gratitude multipliesWhen doctors are able to focusing on where they are versus where they want to be, the practice and team members succeed more quickly than those who don't. As Curtis Marshall of Dental Intel writes, practicing gratitude leads to benefits beyond the immediate.November 18, 2015Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Why the Magic Kingdom might disappointWhy do some people have a great time at the happiest place on Earth and some people complain about crowds? Maybe, writes Curtis Marshall of Dental Intel, because those who complained didn't use data to maximize their fun and minimize their time in line.November 4, 2015Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: A Billy Beane in your officeOne of the revolutions in Major League Baseball, and indeed all professional sports, over the last 20 years has been the increased use of analytics. In his latest column, the Naked Dentist, like Billy Beane, shows how the application of analytics can lead to success in your practice.October 21, 2015Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Creating top 10 playsWith college and pro football kicking off, game highlights are everywhere. But, as the Naked Dentist writes, to get to the exciting top 10 plays, you have to have a solid game plan and execute the details. In the case of Dr. Hawaii, this means examining the numbers and focusing on hygiene.September 9, 2015Dental PracticeThe Naked Dentist: Be like MikeWho is the best basketball player of all time? While there is plenty of debate, one name in every discussion is Michael Jordan. In his latest Naked Dentist column, Curtis Marshall relates how Jordan worked every day and how that philosophy applies to making your practice the best.August 26, 2015Previous PagePage 3 of 5Next PageTop StoriesRestorationsWhen DME should be used prior to restorationsDeep margin elevation (DME) may effectively address various clinical challenges associated with subgingival margins before restorations, but it can't be used on every patient, according to a review article published in the Journal of Dentistry.Smile DesignNew ways to restore teeth may upend dentistryRestorationsThese materials show promise for filling dental defectsLegal IssuesDental assistant accused of abusing pediatric patientsSponsor ContentAvailable On Demand