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Dusting Off My Dental Chops
Hey Townies, So, after spending ~3 years in the behavioral health field I'm excited to be back in the dental industry.  Feels good. Please LMK if there are any particular topics you'd be interested in discussing here - practice valuations, transitions, partnerships, associateships, JV structures,...  Read More
Pursuing a career in dentistry is one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life. I believe every dental student needs to understand that they’ve selected an excellent profession for themselves. Given my love for dentistry, I find it an extremely fulfilling career. However, my journey hasn’t always...  Read More
Reviewing M.A.R.S’ EPA Regulation Flowchart – Installation Deadlines
Thank you for following M.A.R.S’ blog series on the breakdown of our EPA Regulation Flowchart. In 2017, M.A.R.S created this flowchart to make the 94 paged EPA Regulation much easier to understand and more accessible to the entire Dental Industry. Our last blog release discussed who requires...  Read More
When To Save A Tooth? Part 1: Weighing the Pros and Cons
Implant dentistry has become the standard of care in the 21st Century.  So, when should you remove a tooth and replace it with an implant? This is certainly one of the biggest dilemmas a patient and their dentist can face. As a periodontist who is trained to save teeth, I still believe there is...  Read More
Balancing a Thriving Dental Career and a New Podcast Venture with Dr. Kevin Fryer, DDS
Shaun Keating sits down with our guest this week Dr. Kevin Fryer, DDS and chat about his latest project, “The Clinical Hacks Podcast”, and goes in-depth on what inspired this group of Dentists to come together and start a podcast focused primarily on clinical content.  Dr. Fryer talks about his...  Read More
Recording a Comprehensive Medical History
                          Before any procedure, a dentist should always review the patient’s file and medical history. The medical history allows the dentist to move in a safe direction towards treatment. A patient’s medical history holds great importance in the informed consent process as the...  Read More
The Personal Crime of Embezzlement in Dentistry with David Harris - Parts 1 and 2
Personal Crime of Embezzlement Part 01 Personal Crime of Embezzlement 02 Dr. Gina Dorfman talks with David Harris, CEO of Prosperident, the world’s oldest and largest firm investigating financial crimes committed against general dentists and dental specialists. In this episode, David talks...  Read More
The Importance of Relationship With the Team and With Patients with Dr. Wayne Kerr
There's no question that dentistry is all about establishing long term relationships. People buy from people they know, they like and they trust.  Let's provide our patients with a mountaintop experience from beginning to end. And that requires the engagement of every member of your team.  Dr....  Read More
Do These Miracles in Phase I Ortho (You do not need to wait for all the adult teeth to come in)
You do not need to wait for all the adult teeth to come in. Today, I talk about the amazing areas of change possible when addressing orthodontic and orthopedic needs earlier in mixed dentition.   Read More
1179 Joe Fogg, CEO & Founder of onDiem : Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran
Joe Fogg was an entrepreneur from a young age and has always been drawn to working with like-minded people.  VIDEO - DUwHF #1179 - Joe Fogg AUDIO - DUwHF #1179 - Joe Fogg Joe spent 16 years working for start-up companies, as a senior executive he created and implemented go to market...  Read More
Dentists have a long history of getting a bad rap. Many children grow up fearing a visit to the dentist. However, it's time for you to change all that and set the pace for a new society that enjoys their regular dental visits. Here are some great tips that can help to transform your dental office...  Read More
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
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