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Can I Require Patrons To Provide Proof of Vaccination?
Can I Require Patrons To Provide Proof of Vaccination? The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) is not aware of any Virginia law, regulation, or standard prohibiting private businesses from requiring patrons to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Regulations of the...  Read More
Can a transition from PPO insurance to fee-for-service be successful?
  Season 2 - Episode 3 There’s plenty of insurance pain everywhere across the country. In the last two years, more dentists have said, “I’ve had it” and transitioned their insurance participation. But can a transition from PPO insurance to fee-for-service be successful? Yes! In this episode, Bill...  Read More
3.14159!!
3.14159!! Monday is National Pi Day, National Write Down Your Story Day, National Children's Craft Day, and National Learn About Butterflies Day! Try to memorize the digits of Pi while eating pie and pass out some fun coloring pages to the kids in the waiting room!   #pi #writedownyourstory...  Read More
Do You Know What Will Be Inspected?
Do you know what will be inspected at an inspection for a complaint or maybe just Random? Is your office prepared for an inspection? MsdsSafety (MSDS) offers Mock Inspections for all our clients! Mock Inspections have increased for MSDS to the tune of 30% each year. Dentist’s love the thought of...  Read More
Can I Require Employees To Provide Proof of Vaccination?
Can I Require Employees To Provide Proof of Vaccination? The Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) is not aware of any Virginia law, regulation, or standard prohibiting employers from requiring employees to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. The Equal Employment...  Read More
An Apple A Day
An apple a day! Friday is National Johnny Appleseed Day, World Plumbing Day, National 311 Day, and National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day! Thank the 311 and enjoy a delicious apple! #johnnyappleseed #plumbing #311 #oatmealnutwaffles    Read More
How to Safeguard Against Embezzlement
How to Safeguard Against Embezzlement  How to Safeguard Against Embezzlement  Why does embezzlement happen and how does it begin? Most importantly, how can we catch it early or even prevent it from ever happening?! In this episode Sandy breaks down the steps and systems we need to implement so...  Read More
Episode 146 - Motivate Your Dental Team by Actively Listening with Deni Hall
“With Active Listening I have to put my own agenda aside and listen to what they want and need. If I can do that, then I can motivate someone.” -Deni Hall Ask yourself this: Do I understand my people at a level that is deeper than the surface? Am I judgemental when they do share what matters? In...  Read More
Can Everyone Find The Exit?
Can everyone find the exit? Are emergency floor plans clearly displayed in rooms where no exit signs can be seen? This is called Egress.  Emergency floor plans must include the locations of the Fire Extinguishers, First Aid Kits, AED, Oxygen and Nitrogen Tanks, if you have any Large Equipment that...  Read More
Can I ask Patrons If They Are Vaccinated?
Can I Ask Patrons If They Are Vaccinated? DPOR is not aware of any Virginia law, regulation, or standard prohibiting private businesses from asking patrons if they have received the COVID-19 vaccine and are fully vaccinated. Regulations of the Board for Barbers and Cosmetology require licensees to...  Read More
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Scottish Music!
Scottish Music! Thursday is International Bagpipe Day, National Pack Your Lunch Day, National Blueberry Popover Day, and National Mario Day! Try the bagpipes or play a game of Mario Cart tomorrow! #bagpipes #packyourlunch #blueberrypopover #mario  Read More
Is a Membership Plan Right for Your Dental Practice?
What it is Although not technically a dental insurance plan, dental savings plans provide patients affordable access to dental care with discounts on most dental services after an annual membership fee for access to a network of participating dentists and specialists. A membership plan is an...  Read More
Episode 22 - Deeper Dive: How Independent Dentists Can Stand Out in a DSO Market
“There’s plenty of room for your particular dream to have value in the marketplace.” ~Dr. Victoria Peterson No one likes competition, especially from big business. In fact, it’s probably something you’ve worried about more than once as a dental business owner. But I think we often let ourselves...  Read More
Emergency Numbers
Where are the emergency numbers? Emergency contact numbers need to be clearly displayed on all phones. The emergency numbers include police, fire department, ambulance, and the landlord. The office address & Dept of Labor number need to be displayed as well to keep from getting a citation. ...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 30: Exploring The Business Of Multi Site Dentistry… Should You Start Or Join A Group Practice?
Today’s episode of The Patient First Podcast features Bill Neumann, CEO at Group Dentistry Now, a multimedia corporation committed to providing DSOs and dental group practices with relevant news, education, goods, consultation, career placement and services. Dr. Laskin interviews Bill Neumann...  Read More
Can I Ask Employees If They Are Vaccinated and Both Employees and Patrons To Wear Masks?
Can I ask Employees If They Are Vaccinated and Both Employees and Patrons To Wear Masks? DPOR is not aware of any Virginia law, regulation, or standard prohibiting employers from asking employees if they have received the COVID-19 vaccine and are fully vaccinated. Employers are allowed to ask...  Read More
Apartment Syndication 101: What Dentists Should Know
I recently spoke to a group of periodontists about . As you can imagine, the majority did not have any prior real estate experience and were comfortable following their financial adviser’s advice of 401k investing until age 70+. I occasionally visit investing forums and Facebook groups for...  Read More
The Single Central — How to Communicate with Your Lab Tech, with Dr. Eric Markowitz
On this episode of The Dental Up Podcast, we interview Dr. Eric Markowitz. Washington DC dentist, Dr. Eric S. Markowitz, graduated Magna Cum Laude from the Baltimore College of Dental Surgery in 1993. Following graduation, he completed a two-year specialty program in prosthodontics and a one year...  Read More
Come on Barbie!
Come On Barbie Let's Go Party!! Wednesday is National Barbie Day, Crab Meat Day, Meatball Day, and Get Over It Day! Celebrate by getting Dentist Barbie!! #barbie #crabmeat #meatball #getoverit  Read More
Episode 118 - Hiring in Dentistry: Skill or Personality?
“My preference is to hire people based on personality. With the right personality, the skills and systems can be taught.” ~Dr. Bruce B. Baird What criteria do you use to hire people in your dental office? Do you hire people who have a lot of experience? I used to do that. But if you’re the type of...  Read More
Are Your Patient Charts Updated?
Are yours patient charts up to date? Chart audits occur to make sure patient's health history is updated yearly, or more if medically necessary. Citations may occur something is not properly updated. The following are some things that may be checked during your next inspection from your Board of...  Read More
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