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Employee vs. Contractor: Choosing the Right Model When Hiring an Associate Dentist
By Practice Integration Advisor Brian Roemke    Are you in the market to add an associate dentist to your team? While there are many factors to consider when making this important choice, we believe categorizing this new colleague as a W-2 employee or 1099 contractor once they are brought...  Read More
Episode #974: If You Don’t Do This, Your Patients Won’t Stay
Dentistry has a unique space in the medical world when it comes to building relationships with its patients. Tiff and Dana discuss effective ways to create trust with your patients, including the critical foundations your practice can’t do without. Episode resources: Transcript The Dental...  Read More
Dusting Off My Dental Chops
Wow, 2025.  I've been involved in group dentistry for 25 years...yikes.   Lots of things going on in the world.   How are events impacting practice valuations, sales and the health of the overall dental economy? This blog is intended to help demystify the valuation and transition process and...  Read More
One-on-Ones: Keeping Your Dental Team Aligned & Engaged
Want to retain great employees and build a team that runs like a dream? It all starts with one-on-one conversations that count. In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy Pardue and Dana Salisbury share how regular one-on-one meetings can transform your culture, boost accountability, and keep...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 169: Kwikly Dental Staffing’s Head of Growth Explains How to Find High-Quality Temp Workers
In this current climate of healthcare worker shortages, many dental practice owners struggle to find and retain the talent they need to sustain efficient operations while delivering high-caliber care to their patients. As a result, most dentists understandably feel they can’t afford to be picky...  Read More
Mastering Old Balances in Your Dental Practice
Managing old balances can be one of the most daunting tasks in a dental practice. Unresolved AR (accounts receivable) not only hampers cash flow but also creates stress for your billing team and decreases overall financial stability. If your practice is overwhelmed by old balances, don’t...  Read More
Growth Guide: Scaling Your Dental Practice
Scaling a dental practice is a transformative step that requires strategic planning and a clear vision. Whether you're looking to optimize your current operations, expand to new locations, or introduce specialized services, growth should align with your professional goals and lifestyle. Instead of...  Read More
How to Create an Exceptional Patient Experience
Most patients don’t know what makes a great filling or crown, but they always remember how they felt in your care. The way you communicate, the ease of scheduling, and the trust you build are what truly define an exceptional patient experience. Many practices put heavy focus on new patient...  Read More
Episode #973: Dr. DiPilla’s Cosmetic to Holistic Dentistry Journey
Kiera is joined by Dr. Robert DiPilla to talk about his world of dentistry, including the transition from cosmetic to holistic services, how he educated his patients, lessons learned during his multi-practice ownership, and more. About Dr. DiPilla: Dr. Robert DiPilla studied dentistry at the...  Read More
Episode #972: How to Cut Your AR in Half!
Tiff and Kristy share not only how to cut down your accounts receivable, but also how to develop systems that will keep your AR low. They discuss time management, clear job descriptions, protocols, and more. Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01.752) Hello, Dental A Team....  Read More
Finding Our Way Back (E.280)
“Wherever you go, there you are.” - Dr. Maggie Augustyn Relationships don’t fall apart overnight. They unravel slowly through unspoken needs, unmet expectations, and the quiet distance that builds when life gets too full. In this powerful episode, Dr. Maggie Augustyn and Regan Robertson sit...  Read More
Episode #971: Sealing Those Cash Flow Leaks
Kiera gives listeners 3 tactical tips on exactly how to find and put a stop to cash flow leaks and grow your practice exponentially. Episode resources: Transcript: Kiera Dent (00:00.824) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. This is Kiera and welcome to today's show. You guys, I'm so excited to...  Read More
The Hygiene Appointment Fix
Is your hygiene schedule disappearing before your eyes? You’re not imagining it! No-shows, last-minute cancellations, and poor confirmation strategies can leave your hygiene team scrambling and your bottom line suffering. In this episode of Dental Drill Bits, Sandy Pardue and Dana Pardue...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 168: An Interview with OG Dental Marketing Specialist Nancy Lashley Sullivan
I always say that the two greatest charlatans in dentistry (after dental insurance companies, of course) are marketers and consultants. But this one marketing consultant breaks the mold. In fact, she’s the one who set the bar in the first place. Nancy Lashley Sullivan began her rich and storied...  Read More
The Future of Modern Dentistry: Elevate Your Practice with Proven Strategies
In an evolving dental industry, staying ahead requires a combination of cutting-edge techniques, strong patient relationships, and a forward-thinking approach to practice management. Dr. Robert DiPilla, a seasoned expert with decades of experience, shares valuable insights on optimizing growth,...  Read More
From Chaos to Control: How This Practice Cut A/R by $145K in a Year
Managing Accounts Receivable (A/R) can feel like a never-ending struggle—unpaid balances pile up, overhead creeps higher, and the stress of chasing down payments wears on the whole team. But what if you could cut A/R in half while increasing profitability and boosting morale? That’s exactly what...  Read More
Stop Cash Flow Leaks in Your Dental Practice: 3 Key Strategies
Cash flow challenges can make even the most successful practices feel like they’re struggling. Money is coming in—but somehow, it’s not staying in the practice. If you’re noticing financial strain, uncollected revenue, or increasing overhead, it’s time to identify and stop the cash flow leaks. Many...  Read More
How to Use Block Scheduling to Increase Productivity & Profitability
Ever feel like you’re running a jam-packed schedule but still struggling to hit your production goals? You’re not alone! Many dental practices work long hours, juggling appointments, but miss out on efficiency and profitability. The solution? Block scheduling. With the right structure, you can...  Read More
Episode #970: 3 Steps To Implement Block Scheduling
Block scheduling can transform your productivity into profitability. Kiera makes the implementation as easy as 1, 2, 3: 1. Identify your practice's production goals. 2. Design your ideal block schedule. 3. Implement, train, and track. Episode resources: Transcript Kiera Dent (00:02.36)...  Read More
Saving Marriage from Success (E.279)
"The default should be your relationship. Everything else is a decision." – Scott Augustyn Behind every high-achieving dentist, there’s often a spouse navigating the unseen costs of success. In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Maggie Augustyn sits down with her husband, Scott Augustyn, to pull...  Read More
Episode #969: It’s Time For a Q1 Review
Kiera touches base with doctors on how the first quarter of 2025 has gone. Ask yourself: 1. Are we tracking key performance indicators? 2. How’s the team efficiency and morale looking? 3. Do we need to adjust and refocus our annual goals? Episode resources: Transcript Kiera Dent...  Read More
Episode #968: The Financial Piece So Many Offices Forget About
Tiff and Britt discuss how a practice that was upside down financially picked through their systems with a fine-toothed comb to find success — and how you and your team can avoid this scenario. Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:02.146) Hello, Dental A Team listeners. We...  Read More
Ring, Ring! Mastering the First Impression – Live Call Analysis
?? Episode Title: "Ring, Ring! Mastering the First Impression – Live Call Analysis" ?? Episode Description What happens when a potential patient calls your dental office? That first impression can make or break their decision to schedule an appointment. In this episode of Dental Drill...  Read More
Ring, Ring! Mastering the First Impression – Live Call Analysis
What You’ll Learn: The #1 mistake team members make when answering the phone—and how to fix it  How to confidently promote your doctor and practice without feeling "salesy"  The importance of a warm, engaging tone—and how to achieve it  How to avoid costly missed opportunities that waste your...  Read More
Hiring Hygienists In Today's Economy
Hiring and retaining hygienists has become one of the biggest challenges for dental practices. With increasing salary expectations, workforce shortages, and varying levels of experience among candidates, many offices struggle to remain competitive while maintaining profitability. In this guide,...  Read More
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