Getting your own practice up and running — attracting new patients, balancing the books and maintaining a welcoming atmosphere — can be challenging for even the most experienced dentists. Add to that list post-graduation debt that needs to be paid off, and it’s no wonder why many practice-owners are scrambling to get their practices on the map as… Read More »
Some dentists find certain non-clinical aspects of dentistry less rewarding than delivering actual patient care. Given the choice, they might prefer performing even the most basic procedures instead of completing paperwork, booking appointments and collecting payments. Yet, those basic activities are critical elements in ensuring that each patient has a positive experience every time he or she visits… Read More »
As a dentist, you know what looks normal – and what doesn’t – in your patients’ mouths. That’s why many cases of oral cancer are caught by dentists who noticed a suspicious lesion during an appointment. The American Cancer Society estimates that there will be 49,670 new cases of oral cancer this year, with 9,700 deaths from the… Read More »
Just because you’re new to the dental profession, doesn’t mean your work isn’t making an impact. That’s why the ADA wants to recognize the awesome work you are doing. The American Dental Association 10 Under 10 Awards recognize 10 amazing dentists in their first 10 years of practice who demonstrate excellence in their work and inspire others. The… Read More »
There’s still time to register for the New Dentist Conference at ADA 2017. The advance registration deadline has been extended until 5 p.m. CDT today. If you’re looking to bring friends to the New Dentist Reception, be sure to purchase additional tickets while prices are still low. New this year you can purchase up to five (5) additional… Read More »
As the media has noted ad nauseam, millennials seem to prefer experiences to possessions. Still, can you imagine purchasing a sailboat instead of a house – and living on it – because you love to sail? Or taking a year or two off from your dental practice to sail around the world? Dr. Herby Benavent, who practices in Clarksville,… Read More »