Does your dental practice monitor what your patients are saying about you? If not, you need to start today. According to Yelp, 92 percent of people ask family or friends for recommendations, but over 70 percent will read consumer reviews before selecting a service or professional, such as choosing a dentist. With social media, people readily share their experiences--good or bad--with online friends. A strong presence on review sites can be a major influence in building your practice.
As part of America's largest generation, Millennials are on target to make an enormous cultural and economic impact. Millennials make up one-third of the population. The first wave is entering their 30s and establishing themselves as professionals. Then there will be four generations in the workplace. And they will be providing care for six generations.
Want to stay current, but not sure where to look for news and trending topics? There is a great importance now more than ever in continuing education. Not only does it allow you to stay up to date and informed, thus bettering yourself and your practice, but it affirms your patients that you are looking for what best suits their needs. Here are five top dental websites to stay current, and one general information site, to stay on top of the industry. By reading these five sites, you stay informed and on top of the industry.
Domestic violence exists everywhere. It is a crime that transcends boundary lines and economic status. One in four women and one in seven men will be abused in her/his lifetime. Victims live in a whirlwind cycle of physical, emotional and verbal abuse that leaves them feeling helpless and afraid to seek out assistance. Identifying the signs of domestic violence saves lives. Dental providers are in a unique position to play a pivotal role in stopping the vicious cycle of domestic abuse. Can you and your dental staff spot the signs of domestic violence?
There's no time like the New Year to take a moment to reflect on what you can do during the year to improve your patients' experiences both inside and outside your dental office. Here are 5 things you can do in 2015 to enhance your dental practice:
Business experts agree that rewarding and motivating employees can lead to greater retention and better employee performance, ultimately boosting a company’s bottom line. A serious concern among today’s employers is the ageing of the workforce, requiring greater efforts by businesses to keep, and motivate, their current talent. Incentive programs are a great way to accomplish these goals.
Dental office appearance is extremely important because what your patients see the minute they enter your waiting room helps shape their first impressions. And, first impressions are hard to change. Studies show that people do not take long to make up their minds!
Whether you are just starting out, or business has slowed down, getting more dental patients is a top priority for most dental practices. Even if business is great, it's vital to continually promote your services because patients move or stop making appointments for a variety of reasons. Fortunately, there are several ways to promote and market your services that are fairly inexpensive.
Dental offices can be seen as anxiety-provoking environments for patients who have an extreme fear of the dentist. These patients can be challenging for dentists and office staff. The following tips for handling difficult patients can help improve overall patient care.
Your patient is sitting in the chair and asks you about oil pulling. Huh? Yup, it's a "thing"...the latest wellness craze. It's an ancient Ayurvedic dental technique from India that claims to naturally whiten teeth, strengthen the gums and jaw, prevent gingivitis and cavities, rid the body of toxins, improve skin, clear sinuses, promote heart health and alleviate headaches and hangovers.
