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Assisted Hygiene and Shorter Appointments in your Practice
Hiring and retaining hygienists has been a major challenge for dental practices in recent years. With rising salaries, hygiene shortages, and insurance reimbursements not keeping up with inflation, many practices are looking for ways to maintain profitability while providing high-quality patient...  Read More
Episode #958: Hiring Hygienists in Today’s Economy
Kiera and Britt have a deep discussion on the ins and outs of hygiene right now, including what’s on hygiene grads’ minds, the right ranges for skill sets, how different practices are staying scrappy amid the dearth of hygienists, and more. Episode resources: Transcript Kiera Dent...  Read More
How to Hire and Retain the Right Hygienists
One of the biggest challenges dental practices face today is to hire and retain great hygienists. With rising wages, increasing demand, and shifting expectations, many practices find themselves in a difficult position—how do you attract top-tier hygienists while maintaining practice profitability?...  Read More
Episode #952: This Practice Has No Hygienist (and is Successful!)
Kiera is joined by Mike and Stephanie Walton of Walton Family Dentistry in Bardstown, Kentucky. For the past almost year, the Waltons have not had a hygienist in their office. They talk with Kiera about why they were struggling to keep one staffed, what led them to stop having one in the first...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 160: The Surprising Advantages of Expanded Practice Hygiene and Teledentistry—Interview with Lisa Balint, MPH, EPDH
Have you heard about the expanded practice dental hygiene model in which hygienists practice remotely and utilize teledentistry to provide their patients with exams? Many practice owners believe this arrangement is impractical or that it essentially ‘robs’ them of new patients. Lisa Balint, MPH,...  Read More
#52 - Colonel Nathan R. Jessep and Fluoride
Colonel Nathan R. Jessep (A Few Good Men) is a defender of freedom and has a strong exterior. Fluoride is a defender of teeth and provides teeth with a strong exterior. Join Star Wars School of Dentistry on Episode 52 to learn about the benefits of fluoride, types of fluoride, and fluoride delivery...  Read More
Strategies for Working Smarter, Not Harder in Your Dental Practice
In the fast-paced world of dentistry, where each minute counts, the mantra "work smarter, not harder" resonates deeply. But what does this truly mean for dental practitioners? Here, we delve into real-world insights from dental professionals, exploring various strategies to enhance efficiency,...  Read More
Best Electric Toothbrush and Water Flosser Combo: A Wise Choice for Healthy Teeth
Speaking of oral hygiene, we must consider the importance of the tools being used. An electric toothbrush and water flosser combination is the best option for cleaning the mouth. Using them together boosts your daily routine. Electric toothbrushes clean better, especially with a water flosser for...  Read More
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Episode #930: Getting To That 10% More
Tiff and Dana are here to gameplan your goals for 2025 by starting big and breaking it into smaller and more attainable pieces. They discuss aspects to consider, such as profitability, time management, tracking systems, and more. Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01.106)...  Read More
Why Regular Dryer Vent Cleaning is Essential for Dental Office Safety and Hygiene
Maintaining a clean and hygienic environment is crucial for any dental office, not only for the health of the patients but also for the safety of the staff. While most people associate cleanliness with surfaces, equipment  and sterilization protocols, there’s one area that often goes overlooked:...  Read More
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Successfully Implementing SOPs in Your Dental Practice (E.238)
“SOPs are crucial to the success of your business.” ~Dr. Bruce B. Baird They’re your game plan, your playbook. Standard operating procedures. SOPs. I know it sounds like really boring stuff. As soon as I say the word “SOPs” I can see people’s eyes glazing over. But think about it this way: You...  Read More
Episode #921: Why Perio Calibration Matters (Even When You Think It Doesn’t)
This one's for the doctors and hygienists. Tiff and Britt discuss why perio calibration matters, how accountability on top of that improves practice-wide success, the right percentages your hygiene department should be reaching, and more. Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental A Team...  Read More
Prevent Gum Disease Before It Starts: Expert Dental Tips
Many people worry about getting gum disease. Brushing twice a day helps keep it away. Our blog shares tips to stop gum disease early. Keep reading for expert advice. Understanding Gum Disease Gum disease comes in two stages: gingivitis, the early stage, and periodontitis, the advanced stage....  Read More
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Why Routine Septic Pumping is Crucial for Dental Practices: A Guide for Local Clinics
The Role of Septic Systems in Dental Clinics These systems are required in dental clinics to treat wastewater from sinks used in washing, patient wash rooms, sterilizing stations etc. These systems build up sludge and solid waste over time and land mass, which becomes a problem such as bring...  Read More
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The Soft Food Diet: Pizza Please Please Me
"God, I want pizza..." Ugh. "I know I can’t just have pizza. Ok, how can I make something that’s divine and satisfies like pizza but is soft and healthy enough for me to eat?" What to do... I’m doing low-carb right now, and I can’t chew well, so crust is out, but cauliflower is in! I love meat, but...  Read More
Requested Replay: Staying In Relationship With Your Patients (E.137)
“In this scenario, your treatment coordinator could pull in an additional $30,000 per month based on treatment that you’ve already recommended.”  ~ Dr. Victoria Peterson Over the last two episodes of the Investment Grade Practice podcast, we discovered the most important metric in your practice to...  Read More
The Patient First Podcast Episode 154: CEO of Lura Health Explains the Potential of Dentistry’s First Health Wearable
Many people wear smartrings, smartwatches and other wearable health technology like continuous glucose monitors to gain insights about their health and to support physicians in rendering more timely and individualized care. Can you imagine the ways oral healthcare would be transformed by a...  Read More
Episode #911: Building Your Perfect Day Is as Easy as This
Often when scheduling appointments, it’s all about the patient. But what about the doctor or team members? Britt and Tiff give tips for scheduling while keeping efficiency and quality in mind (for both parties). Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental A Team (00:01.057) Hello everyone...  Read More
The Unlikely Relationship Between Mental Health and Dental Health
 As parents, we often focus on ensuring our young adults are healthy, happy, and prepared for the challenges of the world. We remind them to eat well, exercise, and perhaps most importantly, take care of their mental well-being. We may be initially more focused on limiting social media, looking...  Read More
Episode 66 - Combatting Complacency in Dentistry
As dentists we tend to fall into a routine that could become complacency. How can complacency be detrimental to a dental career, while routine can be beneficial? On Episode 66 we discuss how to avoid complacency and why dentists are prone to it.  Contact Dental Realist: Twitter:  Instagram: ...  Read More
Whiter Teeth, Happier You: The Power of Professional Whitening from Dr. Garg’s multispeciality clinic
Looking to regain your smile and boost your confidence? End your search today as we at Dr. Garg's Multispeciality Dental Centre believe that a bright, white smile can make a world of difference in your appearance and self-esteem. Our professional teeth whitening services are catered to help you...  Read More
Episode #893: There’s Still Time to Meet Your 2024 Practice Goals
It’s time to assess the goals you set for your practice this year. In this episode, Tiff and Dana discuss taking a good look at those 2024 goals, considering the averages and trends in order to project out, starting to think about 2025, and more. Episode resources: Transcript: The Dental...  Read More
Soft Food Diet: Hot or Cold Green Soup: A Versatile, Allergy-Friendly Favorite
This is my absolute favorite puréed soup that I tried before the day of surgery, and I loved it so much that I made sure to have a container in my fridge and one in my freezer. I looked forward to having this after surgery. It's vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and I believe allergy-free. I tested...  Read More
Episode #886: Hygiene Handoffs: Up Your Case Acceptance!
Rereleasing one of DAT’s most popular episodes! Did you know there’s a direct correlation between a perfect handoff and your case acceptance? Kiera explains in this episode, sharing perspectives from both doctors and hygienists. Remember the  She touches on that, and gives pro tips on upping that...  Read More
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