Explore "dentalstudent" with insightful episodes like "Ep. 35: A special chat about life with a special guest", "The 3 R's for Practice Management Part 2: Recall", "The 3 R's for Practice Management Part 1: Retention", "Most Common Mistakes & How to Create a Trustworthy Website That Actually Converts" and "Everything You Need to Know About Hiring an Office Manager" from podcasts like ""Between Two Teeth", "Dental Drills Bits", "Dental Drills Bits", "Dental Drills Bits" and "Dental Drills Bits"" and more!
Stephy Steph and Bobby chat with Dr. Brett Kessler who is the new President-elect of the American Dental Association on his 25th anniversary of being in recovery. The conversation was prompted by recent suicides in the dental profession. This is a wide ranging chat with a range of emotions and covers connection, fear, suicide, addiction, and also living a life best lived.
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Welcome back to Dental Drill Bits! In this week's episode, the second installment of our "The 3 R's for Practice Management" series, we're diving deep into the crucial "recall process" in your dental practice. Without a solid recall process, there's a good chance your patients won't return on their own. We'll explore the fact that only 39.85% of people make it to the dentist every year, putting the responsibility on us to bring them back for those essential appointments. We reveal how a simple report reaching back 18 months could unveil a surprising number of patients in need of re-care – ranging from hundreds to even 2,000+ who haven't been rescheduled. But don't worry; we've got exciting tips and tricks up our sleeves to engage your patients beyond the mundane email reminders.
Tune in as we uncover how to leverage the power of phone, text, and email for maximum recall effectiveness!
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In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we're kicking off our exciting three-part series on "The 3 R's for Practice Management," with the spotlight on "retention" in your dental practice. We cover the crucial aspects of patient retention, including the art of gathering REAL numbers on your patient retention rates, uncovering why 68% of people leave service-based businesses, and how to pinpoint your unique motivators to keep patients coming back for more. We also explore the powerful concepts of internal versus external marketing and how to effectively harness the potential of both. Plus, we'll share insights on the extra patient information that's invaluable for a thriving practice and the initial steps to foster a motivated and productive team culture.
Listen in to transform your dental practice into a unique business that patients can call home!
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Get ready for this week's Dental Drill Bits episode as we delve deep into the world of crafting a trustworthy dental website that actually converts! Our special guest, Ali, an expert from our sponsor: Docsites, joins us to explore the most common mistakes and strategies for website success. Discover the top elements to feature on your website to attract both patients and exceptional team members. Learn the art of creating a personal walk-through video on a budget (Hint: you can even turn iPhone footage into a personal and professional shoot.) Uncover the secrets of leveraging your existing original content and crafting a high-converting home page. Plus, gain insights on optimizing landing pages for ad campaigns.
Tune in this week to transform your dental website into a conversion powerhouse!
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In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we're delving deep into the critical topic of hiring an office manager for your dental practice.
We'll break down the specific job duties of an office manager, helping you determine whether you truly need one or if team leaders are the next step for your practice. Tune in to discover essential tips on clearing up communication with your team members to ensure a seamless transition when bringing in an office manager. We'll also explore the qualities that make a person an ideal fit for this role, and why it's often best for them to learn from each department before implementing any significant changes. Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you make the right choice for your practice's growth and success.
Hit that play button to learn the ins and outs of office managers, and why it's so beneficial to define this role!
Mark Johnson has been helping people with financial planning for more than 30 years, but 10 or so years ago took a special interest in student loans. Most dental students and new dentists don't understand what life with student loans will be like after school, and Mark is here to try and change that.
Mohamed and Mark talk about student loans and how to plan for life after school. It may not be the sexiest topic, but decisions you make early in your career can have HUGE effects later in life!
Some links from the show:
Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us!
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The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist!
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Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products!
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CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
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Welcome to this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits! In this episode, we're diving deep into the fall season and the critical task of sending out "use it or lose it" letters to your patients with unscheduled treatment.
We'll discuss the nuances between patients with unused insurance benefits and those without insurance, offering tailored strategies for both. Can you believe that some practices are sitting on 1.2 million dollars JUST in unscheduled treatment? We'll go over some of our strategies to make sure you aren't missing out on this massive value in your practice. We'll discover innovative communication approaches and effective follow-up procedures that will entice your patients to book those appointments. Plus, we'll help you identify precisely who to focus on when sending out these crucial reminders.
Don't miss this episode; it could transform your practice's end-of-year success!
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Have you or your team ever felt frantic or too busy to properly lead patients from back to front office? This week we're covering just that! We're running through how you can perfect the patient hand-off and increase treatment acceptance significantly in your practice.
Discover the secrets to boosting your communication skills, raising profits for your practice, and putting a smile on a patient's face all at once! Learn why using patient-friendly language is crucial – forget jargon like "third party financing" and connect with your patients on a personal level. We'll also share tips on having backup employees ready for a seamless check-out experience and the importance of educating patients upfront. Plus, find out how sending patients home with photos and a beautifully laid-out treatment plan can make all the difference.
Dive into this episode to learn how to turn your patient hand-offs from unorganized and frantic, to seamless and smooth!
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Are you struggling to retain team members due to performance issues? Today we're discovering how providing clear direction and setting priorities for their roles can make all the difference. We'll discuss the importance of recognizing every team member's core purpose and putting it above all else, along with the power of open communication with your team. Plus, we'll explore the valuable insight of looking at actions rather than words and the importance of ongoing training and improvement. The "bare-minimum" team member may not be the person you thought it was, so we'll show you how to find your bottleneck though proper assessment tactics!
Don't settle for mediocrity in your practice – join us for actionable tips on achieving excellence in every aspect of your team's performance!
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Get ready for this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, where we dive deep into the process and psychology of "Patient No-Shows and Cancellations"! Maintaining a seamless schedule in your business is priority number 1 when it comes to a thriving practice. So today we're share strategies on how to gently communicate to patients the importance of confirming their appointments, ensuring their reservations are honored. Learn how to illuminate the online scheduling experience, proactively welcoming patients to your practice. Discover the fine balance of when to implement deposits and address patient fears to guarantee a comfortable visit. Plus, we'll break down the automation puzzle, guiding you on what aspects can be effectively automated, and what needs more of a personal touch.
If your schedule has some holes and you're sure how to best patch them, lets learn together in this episode!
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Welcome to this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits! This week, we're answering the question: "what does it take to be a Dental Practice Promoter?" Join us as we explore the concept of "mood poison" and learn how to banish it, along with crafting engaging conversation starters that go beyond the monotinous "hey, how are you?" Discover the secret sauce to making your patients radiate confidence and positivity, and get your team involved with a simple yet effective penny-based exercise designed to elevate patient relationships. Remember, you have the power to be either the fountain or the drain of an upbeat attitude, and we're here to guide you every step of the way.
If you and your team want to learn how to be the biggest Dental Practice Promoters, let's jump into the episode today!
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Are dental residencies worth it? Every dental student has to weigh the idea of doing a residency vs. going into practice right after school. Mohamed is joined by Dr. Kurren Virk who recently finished an AEGD at Oklahoma! Their wide ranging discussion covers dental school experiences (how they do things at Midwestern), Dr. Virk's recent AEGD, what to expect from a residency and if a residency is right for you!
Some links from the show:
Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us!
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Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time!
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The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist!
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Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products!
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CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
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In this week's episode of Dental Drill Bits, we are joined by a special guest, Ali, from our sponsor, Docsites! Today the spotlight is on efficiently tracking leads you may find filling out forms, emails, or calling in, and how to transform them into loyal patients.
Our focus this week delves into the indispensable role of sales training for your phone team to ensure seamless caller conversion. With better sales training, you will be able to help more of the patients you are looking to serve! We explore the insightful practice of keeping tabs on your competitors and their offerings, and how to set your team up for success with training. While marketing acts as the catalyst for generating leads, we navigate the crucial journey of tracing the trajectory of these leads, so you know where they actually ended up. With a comprehensive outlook, we also check in on overall website traffic, encompassing Ads, Google Maps, and Organic sources.
Tune in today to learn more on effective tracking and management for a bright dental future!
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Welcome to another episode of Dental Drill Bits! Today, we have something truly special for you: how to write a phone etiquette guide that will bring those patients in the door!
Trust us, once you have this phone etiquette guide in place, phone calls with prospective patients will be a breeze. Together, we'll talk through recorded calls and share powerful phone skills to empower not just ourselves, but our entire team. Have you ever wondered how to handle those tricky questions patients ask? Or thought about who should be the phone guru in your office? We'll dive into all these questions today. Developing great phone skills and tracking can unlock a treasure trove of weekly prospects you never knew existed!
So, grab your earphones, get comfy, and join us on this personal journey of communication mastery!
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Mohamed is joined by Dr. Kevin Harland, a new graduate dentist from OU College of Dentistry.
Kevin and Mohamed talk a bit about what to expect in the second two years of dental school. Kevin has recently run through the gauntlet of dental school/requirements/boards and he's one of the "COVID classes" of new dentists. You're going to learn a lot from this wide ranging conversation!
Some links from the show:
Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us!
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Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time!
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The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist!
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Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products!
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CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Mohamed is joined by Dr. Steven Beard of Shared Practices to talk about dental school, dental school graduation and practice ownership for the new dentist the "Shared Practices" way!
Some links from the show:
Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us!
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Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time!
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The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist!
--
Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products!
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CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
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On this week's Dental Drill Bits episode, we're mapping out the details of "Building a System for Hiring and Firing" in the dental industry.
We're diving into the crucial aspects of creating effective job descriptions, conducting insightful interviews, and identifying desirable traits in dental assistants, front desk staff, and hygienists. We emphasize the significance of actively engaging with potential hires, not just to present your practice, but to listen and learn from them. We'll also be sharing a comprehensive list of some of our favorite thought-provoking questions designed to encourage candidates to open up and reveal their true potential. Whether you're a dental practice owner or a hiring manager, this episode will equip you with the tools and strategies to build a strong team that positively impacts your dental practice's success.
Listen to this episode to level up your hiring and firing system!
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On this week's Dental Drill Bits episode we're uncovering the crucial topic of turning your accounts receivable into actual cash.
Join us while we discover the key strategies to boost your practice's cash flow, such as aiming to collect 40% to 45% of payments over the counter when patients are in your practice. Learn the important distinction between financial arrangements and treatment plans, and how a knowledgeable team that is comfortable discussing finances can make a significant difference. We discuss why it's so important to regularly pull reports for your practice's financials and accounts receivable, and explore the benefits of implementing a clear financial policy to eliminate decision fatigue among your team members.
Tune in now to maximize your practice's financial success!
Sign up for the Scheduling Academy here! https://classicpractice.com/academy-for-scheduling-excellence-registration/
Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Very Dental Student Podcast! Alan introduces your host, Mohamed Abo-Basha, who is a D2 at University of Oklahoma! Al's tips for dental students:
Then, Mohamed brings the one and only Dr. Brandon Evert on for an amazing interview!
Some links from the show:
Join the Very Dental Facebook group using the password "Timmerman," Hornbrook" or "McWethy," "Papa Randy" or "Lipscomb!"
The Very Dental Podcast network is and will remain free to download. If you’d like to support the shows you love at Very Dental then show a little love to the people that support us!
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Crazy Dental has everything you need from cotton rolls to equipment and everything in between and the best prices you’ll find anywhere! If you head over to verydentalpodcast.com/crazy and use coupon code “VERYDENTAL10” you’ll get another 10% off your order! Go save yourself some money and support the show all at the same time!
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The Wonderist Agency is basically a one stop shop for marketing your practice and your brand. From logo redesign to a full service marketing plan, the folks at Wonderist have you covered! Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/wonderist!
--
Enova Illumination makes the very best in loupes and headlights, including their new ergonomic angled prism loupes! They also distribute loupe mounted cameras and even the amazing line of Zumax microscopes! If you want to help out the podcast while upping your magnification and headlight game, you need to head over to verydentalpodcast.com/enova to see their whole line of products!
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CAD-Ray offers the best service on a wide variety of digital scanners, printers, mills and even their very own browser based design software, Clinux! CAD-Ray has been a huge supporter of the Very Dental Podcast Network and I can tell you that you’ll get no better service on everything digital dentistry than the folks from CAD-Ray. Go check them out at verydentalpodcast.com/CADRay!
Sponsors:
Do you need a new website or marketing agency? Check out what Docsites can do for you: https://www.docsites.com/landing-pages/ddb/
In this episode, we're exploring "how efficient is your practice?" There are crucial factors that determine the success and efficiency of your dental office, and we're here to help you find them! Join us as we explore the relationship between collections and full-time equivalents, revealing why a minimum of $200,000 per FTE is key for optimal performance. Discover how the right team members in the right roles can significantly enhance efficiency, ultimately impacting your income. See the pivotal role played by the front office team in shaping your financial success, and the indispensable nature of maintaining a fully booked schedule to ensure a seamless and streamlined dental practice.
Tune in this week to unlock the secrets behind a high-performing and efficient dental office!
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