Do you dream of having a high-performing team? You can make it happen with a few changes in your thinking. Kirk Behrendt brings back Heather Crockett, one of ACT’s amazing coaches, to share the three essentials for creating a great team and practice. A great team starts with great leadership! To learn the secrets of every high-performing team, listen to Episode 699 of The Best Practices Show!
Have you ever wondered about PPOs or struggled to understand them? Kirk welcomes Shelley DeGroff to shed some light on this complex relationship between dental practices and insurance. Shelley is the founder and CEO of PPO Advisors, a firm that helps dental practices turn their PPOs into profit. She talks about the trends of 2024, emphasizing the importance of understanding the percentage of write-offs and the need to evaluate fee schedules. The conversation concludes by encouraging dentists to play the insurance game with confidence and seek expert help when navigating the complexities of PPOs.
Do you know what next week is? It’s Dental Assistants Recognition Week! Dental assistants are the unsung heroes of dentistry. They stand by your side to offer support while you care for patients. They make sure your notes, work stations and appointments always stay organized—especially when things get busy around the office!
Have you ever wondered how you can incorporate wellness into your practice? On today’s episode, Kirk and Dr. Christian Coachman welcome Dr. Katie To, a pioneer in wellness dentistry. Dr. To shares her personal journey and explains the concept of wellness dentistry, which goes beyond traditional dentistry to treat the whole body. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration with other healthcare professionals and the impact of wellness dentistry on patient outcomes. They discuss the benefits of implementing wellness dentistry in a dental practice, including attracting better patients and creating a happier and more fulfilled team. And Dr. To offers advice for young dentists interested in pursuing wellness dentistry, highlighting the importance of personalized treatment and patient education.
You plan for work, and you plan your vacations. But do you plan for the unexpected? Anything can happen at any time, and you need to be prepared! To help you think and plan for those unforeseen events, Kirk Behrendt brings in Dr. Wayne Kerr to share a framework that will protect you in future disruptions. Don't ever be caught off guard! To learn how to protect your practice, your loved ones, and your team, listen to Episode 696 of The Best Practices Show!
Kirk welcomes prosthodontist Dr. Marco Brindis to discuss the treatment of the edentulous patient. They talk about the need for individualized treatment plans and the balance between saving teeth and providing optimal health and function. Dr. Brindis also highlights the importance of collaboration with other dental professionals, the importance of patient communication, treatment options for the edentulous patient, and material selection for restorations. Tune in and learn about the specialty that is treating edentulous patients.
Some people will say, “I love surprises!” You know who does NOT love surprises? Your patients! Imagine this: you go in to get your oil changed. You know exactly how much an oil change costs, and that’s what you expect to pay. When they hand you the bill, you’re surprised to see all these extra charges—a fixed headlight, fresh wiper blades, maybe even a new battery. You didn’t ask for all that. You just wanted an oil change! This is how patients can feel after a procedure. They go in for a cleaning, and on their way out, they get charged for all these extra things. Not the kind of surprise people want! The solution is simple: communication. When you notice a problem, tell the patient right away. Explain what you found, then ask if you can fix it. Go over the procedure beforehand so patients aren’t surprised when they see the bill. You’ll earn their trust and make them want to come back! Some things just shouldn’t be a surprise. If you can relate to the oil change conundrum, you’ll definitely want to share this quick funny video with your team members. You’re in for a good laugh! And be sure to check out this fantastic article about why communication is so critical to the success of your practice.
In this episode, Kirk welcomes a leading thinker, educator, and practicing dentist Dr. Newton Fahl to discuss the importance of composite resigns in an age of digital dentistry. Dr. Fahl sheds light on the ethical and financial aspects of using composite resins and highlights the artistry involved in creating natural-looking restorations. They discuss the advancements in composite resin materials and Dr. Fahl explains his process of restorations and how he charges for the work. His upcoming course, 'Mastering Interior Composites,' covers the fundamental concepts and techniques of composite resin restorations. To learn more about composite resins in the age of digital dentistry, don’t miss this episode!
We’ve spoken a lot about the importance of tracking your practice’s data in the last few blogs, but another critical step is actually using the data! Ultimately, if you don’t do anything with your data, then there’s no reason to track it in the first place. But by taking that first step and accounting for all
Do you want a better year, but don't know where to start? With a few small tweaks, you can make it happen — and you don't have to change who you are! To help you achieve the year of your dreams, Kirk Behrendt returns with Dr. Uche Odiatu, one of ACT’s favorite health and wellness gurus, with tips to improve every dimension of your well-being. Small changes lead to big results! To start your journey to a better year, listen to Episode 693 of The Best Practices Show!
