Chances are you’ve run into concerns with patients’ dental benefit plans. Dental professionals can learn and get answers to some of the most common questions on dental benefits during a Facebook Live event scheduled for 1 p.m. Central time on March 22 at facebook.com/AmericanDentalAssociation. The event will tackle issues such as the reasons for delayed or denied payments;… Read More »
Gadsden, Ala. — It’s safe to say that joining Dr. Lew Mitchell’s dental practice in Gadsden, Alabama, in 2011, was one of the best decisions Dr. Kyle Battles ever made. Dr. Mitchell ended up becoming Dr. Battles’ mentor, a relationship that continues to this day. “Mentoring creates lifetime connections,” said Dr. Mitchell, former vice president of the ADA.… Read More »
Changing one’s name due to marriage or other reasons can lead to confusion for both dentists and patients. Keep in mind that whatever name you elect to use personally or professionally, ensure that the proper name is used on all pertinent documents. This means you need to check your Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number, state drug license, malpractice… Read More »
It’s natural for dental associates to eventually step out on their own. Whether you’re looking to pay down student loan debt, create more lifestyle flexibility or care for patients under your philosophy, practice ownership remains one of the most rewarding ways to meet your personal and career goals. But establishing your own practice often requires acquiring an existing… Read More »
What issues do you need to consider when entering practice? How can you make significant lifestyle changes with a minimum of stress? In general, your practice entry choices come down to the following options, each of which has advantages and disadvantages: Purchase a practice immediately Become an associate, followed by purchasing the practice in 1 to 3 years… Read More »
ADA Practice Transitions fosters relationships between dentists at key points in their careers. The new service, piloting this spring in Maine and Wisconsin, pairs dentists looking to join or buy a practice with dentists looking to hire or sell. The online platform includes resources tailored to each dentist’s career stage and training to help achieve a successful transition.… Read More »