It’s the season for barbecues, picnics and ballpark hotdogs. With these wonderful times spent with family and friends can come indigestion and heartburn – which may be diagnosed as GERD. Experiencing these symptoms sporadically is not usually a problem but when it becomes chronic many complications can occur.😞 I know we also see evidence of […]
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5 Awesome April Fool’s Pranks and Marketing Ideas
I am posting this a little early in that you might be able to use some of these ideas to prank your kids, grandkids, or anyone else you want! Here is a April joke: How do April flowers kiss? With their tu-lips! 🌷🌷 5 AWESOME April Fool’s Pranks 😜 Swap their favorite cereal Change out […]
Skills training Checklists – do you have any?
I recently saw a copy of the article sent out from the ADA about the shortage of staff and the difficulty finding them in most dental offices. I am sure some of you are feeling this same pinch. How are you evaluating new hires for their skills and determine their training needs? 👎☹ I have […]
“WOW” Experiences – Are your patients feeling it?
When was the last time you looked at your PATIENT EXPERIENCE while they are in your office? Look at it through the eyes 👀 of your patients as well as their families… who are watching and having a different customer experience. Is it a  “WOW” experience or… is it just OK? Is your practice generating lots of FANS?  How many […]
What is that Funky Smell?
The health and safety of everyone in your office is nothing to take lightly. But that goes for your team just as much as it goes for your patients! I can’t stress enough the importance of adhering to all CDC and government regulations that have been required for dental offices to remain open, but I also can’t […]
Is Your Online Presence Scaring Off New Patients?
How good is the reputation of your pediatric dental practice? Do you compare well with nearby competitors? You might seem to be doing everything right, yet you’re still struggling to gain the 5-star reputation that you deserve. Before we learn how you can establish your legacy as the best children’s dentist in your area, take […]
Interviewing Pediatric Dental Assistants
Are You Asking the Right Questions? Pediatric dentists have lots of education and training, but interviewing candidates for your dental team is often only learned through experience. Even if your practice runs smoothly, you might be missing important information during job interviews if you’re not asking the right questions. You’re not alone; many dentists struggle […]
You Serve Your Patients, but Are You Serving Your Team?
You provide your best efforts to treat the young patients under your care. Pediatric dentistry is of vital importance, and as their dentist, these children are your responsibility. However, the dental assistants and other team members who keep your practice thriving are also your responsibility, and they look to you as a leader and mentor. […]
Get Ready for the 2018 PDTA Conference
Don’t miss your opportunity to learn, network, and interact with your pediatric dental assistant peers at the only industry conference dedicated to you. The 4th Annual PDTA Conference will be held this year at the Atlanta Airport Marriott, October 26-27, 2018. This two-day event features specialists in pediatric dentistry, and it’s crammed full of great […]
Hiring for a Pediatric Dental Practice
Is there an optimal strategy for hiring that will land you the next dental dream team? Look at it this way — the better your team is, the more you can focus on dentistry. The more tasks you can delegate to assistants, hygienists, or administrators, the more treatment you can provide to your patients. It […]