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The Ins and Outs of Dental Billing, Coding and Claims
Billing is an essential component of the dentistry profession. It can be a complicated and time-consuming process to ensure that your practice is able to recoup full costs from insurance companies and that you are providing the ultimate in customer satisfaction to guarantee repeat business and...  Read More
Iatrogenic Dentistry and Media: Response to "Truth About Dentistry" Article in Atlantic
As a communications professor teaching public relations and having represented the dental profession in many forums, I have a take that might be useful for dentists and patients regarding the Ferris Jabr article in The Atlantic called "The Truth About Dentistry."  It is important to understand how...  Read More
14 Signs You Chose The Right Dental Real Estate Broker (Part VIII)
13. Your broker is a creative problem solver.   A good broker is a creative problem solver par excellence. You’re a medical professional with a problem that needs solving. That is, how to find office space perfect for your needs. Not only that, but how to get it a fair market price. And after...  Read More
Major Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Practice
Tom Bodin, a Practice Integration Advisor with , works with dentists to help them achieve financial freedom through a comprehensive approach to wealth management.  Previously, my colleague, Mike McAninch, outlined : going it alone, seeking a win/lose, and agreeing to the wrong sale price. Not...  Read More
Oral Cancer Awareness Month
April is Oral Cancer Awareness month, and this is a perfect time to think about how you can better serve your patients’ oral healthcare needs. Oral cancer screenings by dental professionals will reduce the incidences of oral cancer diagnosed each year. The rise in oral cancer is up, higher than...  Read More
How to Launch a Successful Start-Up Dental Practice
Launching a startup dental practice is exciting, but it can also be stressful, especially if you go at it alone. You have to invest a lot of money on the build-out, equipment, supplies, and branding, all before a single patient comes through the door. But what if it didn’t need to be that way?...  Read More
Reviewing M.A.R.S’ EPA Regulation Flowchart – Who is Exempt?
The new EPA Regulation has most of the Dental and Water Treatment Industries confused about what is expected and how to remain compliant. M.A.R.S Bio-Med is always doing what we can to provide the Dental Industry with easy to understand information that can assist with their compliance. M.A.R.S has...  Read More
Patient and Insurance Refunds - Are you doing it right?
"I have noticed an increase in the number of cases involving theft of patient and insurance refunds over the last 2 years." Bill Hiltz Here are are a few suggestions to help when processing refunds:   Secure your merchant terminal so employees cannot issue a refund to a credit or debit card...  Read More
Are you stuck in a tunnel?
One thing that drives me nuts as a business evaluator, entrepreneur and investor....those who only look at past performance as indicators of upcoming performance. I look for OPPORTUNITY, with the future in mind.  It’s how I invest and have averaged double the market for almost a decade.  It’s how...  Read More
'Say Cheese' - Photography is a powerful tool in ortho
To help get great diagnosis and track patient progress, the doctor should regularly take photos of the orthodontics patient. This helps both the doctor and the patient see progress and learn the great value of orthodontics.    Read More
1178 Orthodontist Evan G. Rubensteen DMD, MS of Miami Beach Orthodontics : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Dr. Evan Rubensteen grew up in South Florida, graduating from MAST Academy in Key Biscayne. After high school, Dr. Rubensteen attended NYU for college, double majoring in Political Science and Religious Studies while serving multiple terms as class president.  VIDEO - DUwHF #1178 - Evan...  Read More
Episode 63: How To Address Post Operative Jaw Pain (With Dr. Brad Eli)
Dr. Laskin is joined again by  to continue their conversation on ways to work with patients who have mouth pain that seems virtually untreatable. How To Address Post Operative Jaw Pain Find us on   Read More
14 Signs You Chose The Right Dental Real Estate Broker (Part VII)
11. Your broker has experience.  Negotiating leases is a very complex task. When you’re attempting to navigate this confusing landscape, you can’t afford to go it alone. Nothing can replace the value of having a broker with years of experience.  Sure…you might be able to find some possibilities for...  Read More
Episode 27 – In-House Financing: Compassionate Finance (Part 1)
Listen Here Nine years ago, my practice partner Dr. Buske asked me, “Hey Bruce, do you think we could finance ortho?” That sparked a longer conversation about costs and interest and how to best serve the needs of our patients. I’d spent years telling doctors not to be the bank, but I wondered if...  Read More
DENTAL ERGONOMICS REQUIRES A QUALITY NECK PILLOW
Does patient neck strain in the dental chair have you considering a dental neck pillow? The issue of patient neck discomfort is common with articulating dental chairs. This is because proper head-positioning requires setting the occlusal plane at 15-20 degrees. This backward tilt can leave the arch...  Read More
Building a Startup Dental Practice and Putting Money in the Right Places with Dr. Tyler Brady
Building a Startup Dental Practice  Dr. Gina interviews and talks with Dr. Tyler Brady, a recent startup practice owner in Southlake, TX. Dr. Brady gives great advice on where to invest the most money on with a dental startup, how to set and expect realistic goals and outcomes, and how to build...  Read More
The importance of having a “Big Why” to Guide Your Business w/ Duane Tinker
Everyone knows that having a "Big Why" is incredibly important, but how does that translate into your business? As Duane says, "Your Big Why gives you a sense of fulfillment from what you're doing." Duane Tinker is a nationally renowned consultant who helps dentists establish and maintain their...  Read More
'No Faulty'
In Abu Dhabi one afternoon, as I parked for my hair appointment, my car suddenly took a little lurch. I looked around, then back to discover another, much larger, SUV had bumped into my car. Once we got it sorted out, poor guy - he felt awful and then REALLY awful when he saw the damage to his...  Read More
Jake Puhl – The Future of Dentistry
Podcast Episode #217: Jake Puhl – The Future of Dentistry Episode #217: Dentist Freedom Blueprint Podcast Jake Puhl – The Future of Dentistry In this episode, I am joined by Jacob Puhl. As CEO of the Dentist Entrepreneur Organization (DEO), Jake provides group practice leaders with the resources...  Read More
#16 • Fraud Prevention and your Practice Management Software
"Welcome, I hope that the tips and advice provided here are a benefit to you and your practice. If you have questions, do not hesitate to contact me for assistance" - Bill Hiltz   This post outlines a few of the things that you should do to protect your practice. Let’s start with the basics. First,...  Read More
1177 Dr. Todd Bovenizer DDS, MS, Board Certified Orthodontist at Bovenizer and Baker Orthodontics : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Dr. Todd Bovenizer is a board-certified orthodontist and the founder of Bovenizer & Baker Orthodontics. He graduated from Virginia Tech with his Bachelor’s in Biology and from West Virginia with his Master’s in Orthodontics and Doctor of Dental Surgery.  VIDEO - DUwHF #1177 - Todd Bovenizer ...  Read More
1176 Jonathan Cook DMD on building your dental practice from $500K to $5M : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Dr. Jonathan Cook is a cosmetic dentist who owns two successful practices in Fort Lauderdale Florida.  He graduated from Nova Southeastern University in 2008 with honors and won awards in Prosthodontics, Implantology and was inducted as a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor...  Read More
The Importance of HR in a Dental Office
Many dentists are not adequately trained on management duties. This is partially due to the lack of HR professionals found in dental offices since most places simply merge the responsibilities of both an office and a human resource manager, which saves money on infrastructure but prevents dentists...  Read More
14 Signs You Chose The Right Dental Real Estate Broker (Part VI)
This is part VI of a series. Part VII will be published on Monday.  9. Your broker’s an expert negotiator.  A good broker has spent years perfecting his negotiating skills. And because he has, he’ll fight hard to get you the deal you deserve. A real estate professional negotiates deals day in...  Read More
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