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Copy this dental strategy for turning patients into long term patients.
1. I celebrate every moment with themBirthday messagesHoliday messagesAnniversary messages.Now I’m not just reaching out when I want something from them.2 I make sure they’re alright after every appointment.Day 1 — “Thanks for coming in today.”Day 14 — Check in and ask how they’re doing since the...  Read More
Episode 54: Dr. Nate Lawson on Dental Materials Research and the Future of Biomaterials
Dental materials research rarely gets the spotlight, but it influences nearly every restorative and preventive decision made in dentistry. In Episode 54 of The Technology Evangelist Podcast, host Dr. John Flucke sits down with Dr. Nate Lawson, Director of the Division of Biomaterials at the UAB...  Read More
IntroductionFor years, heart health was mainly addressed using cholesterol levels, blood pressure, diet, exercise, and genetics. However, scientists have increasingly turned their attention to another possible factor—the trillions of microorganisms that reside inside the gastrointestinal tract....  Read More
A teenager arrives to shadow your practice and asks whether dentistry or medicine would suit them better. Their parents want a clear answer. The student has seen a few procedures, enjoys biology, and knows surprisingly little about an ordinary working day in either profession.For the dentist, this...  Read More
How Deep Cavities Can Affect the Nerve Inside Your Tooth
A small cavity on a tooth may be easy to overlook. In its early stages, tooth decay is often difficult to notice and may not cause any discomfort. At this stage, a simple dental filling often removes the problem. But if left untreated, it can continue to move deeper inside the tooth and eventually...  Read More
Replacing missing teeth has become increasingly sophisticated, with modern implant dentistry offering solutions that can restore both oral function and the appearance of a smile. For patients who have lost several teeth or an entire dental arch, treatment planning involves considerably more than...  Read More
For some children, visiting the dentist can be a difficult experience. Anxiety, sensory sensitivities, developmental differences, a strong gag reflex, or the need for extensive dental treatment can make conventional chairside dentistry challenging. In those situations, parents may need to consider...  Read More
Acibadem International, the global patient services division of one of the world's most respected integrated healthcare groups, continues to set the benchmark for international medical care, uniting more than three decades of clinical excellence with a patient-first philosophy that has attracted...  Read More
A brighter smile is one of the most sought-after aesthetic changes in cosmetic dentistry, and it is also one of the most achievable. Professional  offers professional teeth whitening treatments tailored to each patient's needs and goals. Whether you prefer the speed of in-office whitening or the...  Read More
Et tu, EBITDA?
EBITDA is not created equally.  Re-read until it sticks.In the practice valuation realm, most people rush to the “multiple” discussion without really discussing what exactly they are multiplying.  For doc-to-doc deals, revenue and Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE) are common metrics.  Groups tend...  Read More
Metal Braces and Ceramic Braces: Which Is Right for You? | Dr. Garg’s Multispeciality Dental Center
A properly aligned smile not only improves appearance but also supports better oral health. If you are planning orthodontic treatment, understanding the difference between metal braces and ceramic braces can help you make an informed decision. At Dr. Garg’s Multispeciality Dental Center in West...  Read More
How Long Do Dentures Last? 7 Ways to Extend Their Lifespan
Dentures are removable dental appliances designed to replace missing teeth and restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile confidently. Depending on how many teeth are missing, you may benefit from . However, dentures are not designed to last forever. Even with regular care and routine...  Read More
Bigger on Paper, Breaking in Practice
Four operational blind spots every dental operator should understand before the next board meeting.Dentistry has spent the past decade consolidating.DSOs have gone from a relatively small corner of the industry to a major force in how care is delivered, how practices are financed, and how dental...  Read More
Episode 47: Dr. Bill Simon on Dental Practice Management & Organized Dentistry
Dental practice management is often taught in theory—but Dr. Bill Simon has lived it in every possible real-world scenario. In this episode of The Technology Evangelist Podcast, host Dr. John Flucke sits down with the Chicago-based dentist, organized dentistry leader, and long-time mentor to unpack...  Read More
A college student notices something strange while scrolling through old photos. Their smile looked straighter a few years ago, but now the lower front teeth seem slightly twisted. A friend immediately blames wisdom teeth. Another says wisdom teeth have nothing to do with it. With so many opinions...  Read More
How Wellness Branding Helps Dentists Attract Better Patients | Dr. Kevin Faist | 620
One sentence from the latest podcast stuck with me:"People don't want to be convinced. They want to understand."Dr. Kevin Faist shared several ideas that apply far beyond dentistry.A few favorites:-"Cheap attention rarely becomes loyal attention."Not every new customer is the right customer.-...  Read More
Episode 46: Dr. Ed Zuckerberg on the Oral Systemic Connection & the Future of Periodontal Health
The connection between oral health and systemic health is becoming one of the most important areas of research in modern dentistry—and few people have followed that evolution more closely than Dr. Ed Zuckerberg. Returning as the first repeat guest in the history of The Technology Evangelist...  Read More
House of Cards?
Capitalization Matters.While the majority of the watercooler talk swirls around the much vaunted “multiples” and “recaps”, how businesses are capitalized is rarely discussed. This is a disservice to everyone around the table.Too many owners and sellers focus on maximizing optics without investing...  Read More
Feeling Under Water?
Feeling Under Water?The tide continues to shift in DSO-land.  Quiet concern has become public disclosure after public disclosure. Multiple significant restructurings.  Top end consolidation.  PE firms handing the keys to their lenders left and right.  A broad swath of the group practice landscape...  Read More
What to Look for in a Family Dentist
Finding a dentist for yourself is one thing—finding one that works for your entire family is a different challenge altogether. Kids, parents, and grandparents all have different needs, different comfort levels, and different schedules, which makes choosing the right dentist a bigger decision than...  Read More
A Between-Patient Reset Routine for Busy Dental Professionals
Back-to-back appointments can leave little time to mentally close one task before beginning another. The most common way to create a workable pause is to attach it to an existing transition rather than schedule another activity. A reset might last one breath, one handwashing cycle, or a defined...  Read More
BPC-157 and Tissue Recovery: What Dental Research Should Consider
Dental procedures often involve some degree of tissue disruption. Extractions, periodontal procedures, implant surgery, and other oral interventions can place temporary stress on the soft tissues and surrounding structures. The body's natural repair mechanisms then begin a complex process involving...  Read More
Your robots.txt welcomes AI crawlers. Your server may be turning them away anyway.
Short answer: of 499 U.S. dental practice websites whose robots.txt explicitly allows AI crawlers, 14.4% were refused by their own server anyway when we asked for the homepage as an AI crawler on 22 July 2026. Sixty-nine of those sites returned an outright block status such as 403 or 429, and three...  Read More
Why Dentists Should Always Check for More Than Just Teeth
If you haven’t seen the patient in a while and it is a general check up, a dental examination can provide an important opportunity to look at the wider mouth, face, neck and throat, and sometimes spot signs of a health problem that the patient may not even know they have.Dentists see patients...  Read More
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