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5 Reasons Why Dentists Should Consider a Dental Savings Plan Before Dropping Insurance Plans - Off the Cusp
What is Dental Insurance? Dental insurance is a type of health insurance plan that covers some of the costs of a patient’s dental care. Patients pay a monthly premium to an insurance company which in return pays cash benefits for covered services. This can include coverage for preventive and basic dental care services, and even some major services. For dental practices, dental
Influence Your Boss: 4 Tips for Dental Office Managers - Off the Cusp
As a dental practice office manager, you have both a bird’s-eye-view of the practice and a sense of its everyday challenges. You see the gaps in efficiency and productivity, and you’re aware of available solutions for office investment. You constantly think about how to make the practice better, but how do you convince your boss, the dentist, to agree with
How Patterson Helped Drs. Monica and John Shook Open a Dream Practice - Off the Cusp
If you want to understand the power of equipment and technology backed by Patterson’s expertise and support, look no further than Shook Family Dental in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Newly out of dental school, married and starting their careers, the Shooks (Dr. Monica and Dr. John) dreamed of opening a family practice. “Our goal was to provide a different caliber of care
10 Ways to Celebrate Dental Assistants Recognition Week - Off the Cusp
DARW is organized by the American Dental Assistants Association (ADAA) and is meant to recognize dental assistants for the key role they play in dental practices throughout the year. Here are 10 ways to show your appreciation for the dental assistants at your office.
Expand with Intention: Best Practices for Multi-Location Ownership - Off the Cusp
For many dentists, practice ownership is a lifelong professional dream. If you are fortunate to own one or two locations that generate strong revenue and command a sizeable, loyal patient base, then you may be dreaming about opening additional locations. The good news? Successful multi-practice ownership is attainable when you are equipped with a solid plan and a clear direction. Whether
A Spotlight on the State of Children’s Dental Health - Off the Cusp
This article first appeared in OnTarget, but we thought it would be great to share this important information once again. Child dental care plays an important part in their health, let's take a look at how we can work best with pediatric patients! Did You Know? 3 Obstacles to Oral Healthcare for Children in America Social Obstacles: Statistics reveal disparities among racial groups
4 Reasons to Invest in Solea - Off the Cusp
As a pediatric dentist, providing a welcoming, calming environment for patients is at the heart of what you do. Yet there are times when tots, kids and teens react with fear and tears to needles, numbness and noises. That can be hard on the patient and the provider, and it can prolong procedures, leaving your dental team with less time
Dental Office Managers: Own Your Leadership Role - Off the Cusp
You are not just an office manager; you are a leader at your dental practice. But what does it really mean to be a leader? It means stepping up and owning the role, cultivating a leadership mindset, and leading by example. Here are five tips to bring your best manager self to work every day. Take accountability – especially when you
Resolve to Revitalize your Dental Practice Operations in 2024 - Off the Cusp
Resolve to Revitalize Your Dental Practice Operations in 2024 Dear dental practice office managers, have we told you how amazing you are? You’re the ones greasing the wheels, remembering the details, keeping everything and everyone on track. And we know you are always thinking of ways to improve things. In this new year, let us help you with five steps to
How Dr. Mohamed Ali Built a High-Tech Destination for Patients with Patterson - Off the Cusp
When Mohamed Ali, DDS, was just out of dental school in 2018, he dreamed of opening a startup practice. “Whenever I had a little time on the weekend or Friday afternoon, I was doing research and building ideas,” he says. With the support of Patterson, Ali quickly brought his vision to life with the opening […]
Dentists: Prioritize Tax Planning on Your New Year’s Resolution List - Off the Cusp
The year is coming to a close, and with it, patient management, sales activities, supplier issues, insurance negotiations and staffing challenges. While rigorous, the daily work of running a dental practice is rewarding, especially when the idea of building a legacy for yourself and your family comes into view. Your hard work and sacrifice has already paid off, and will
The Not So Small Task of Proper Glove Selection - Off the Cusp
When it comes to dental procedures, every detail matters. From the precision of instruments to the comfort of the patient, dental professionals take great care to getting things just right. However, the pivotal role that gloves play in ensuring a successful and safe dental treatment is often overlooked, and as a result, the process of proper glove selection is just as often - oversimplified. So, what are the key areas one should consider when choosing the right glove?
Mastering Your Year-End Finances: 11 Must-Do Steps for Dentists - Off the Cusp
As the year draws to a close, it's not just your patients' oral health that deserves your attention – your financial well-being requires a checkup, too. Dentists have unique financial considerations that demand careful planning. Whether you're a dentist in the early stages of your career, building wealth for the future or contemplating retirement, there are several action items you should
You Need Laser Technology for Cavity Prep - Off the Cusp
In this blog, we're exploring a few reasons why you need the benefits provided by the Solea all-tissue laser from Convergent Dental for cavity prep. Whether it's increasing your bottom line and availability or making your patients more comfortable, dental lasers play a major role in improving your bottom line. Without further ado, let's get into it. Increased Productivity and Efficiency If
Office Managers: The Rockstars of the Dental Practice - Off the Cusp
Everyone knows dental office managers are rockstars, but reading the entries to our 2023 spa-day giveaway really drives the point home! Even more than last year, we are blown away by all the ways they keep their practices rocking, rolling and more fun than a live concert. Again in 2023, it’s clear things run smoothly at your practices because of the
5 Ways to Celebrate National Brush Day - Off the Cusp
Join Patterson Dental as we celebrate National Brush Day! An awareness and marketing campaign from the Dental Trade Alliance Foundation, National Brush Day is all about promoting the importance of children’s oral health. Observed in the United States on November 1—the day after Halloween—the goal of National Brush Day is to “reinforce the importance of children’s oral health and promote good tooth-brushing
Eaglesoft 22 is Now Available! - Off the Cusp
Looking to drive practice growth with Eaglesoft’s powerful features? Get excited for new features in this upgrade to improve your software performance and keep your Eaglesoft security protocols up to date and in compliance with HIPAA requirements. Eaglesoft version 22.00 is now available to download here. Cut back on manual tasks and save time by letting Eaglesoft 22 maintain and optimize
Dental Waterline Safety and Infection Control - Off the Cusp
How Effective Are Waterline Treatment Products? Based on the largest dental waterline treatment study to date, which compiled data from over 22,000 consecutive waterline tests, here are some notable findings about the efficacy of waterline maintenance products: 31% of All Dental Unit Waterline Treatments Failed to Pass Water Quality Testing.* Takeaway: Even if you think you’re using an effective treatment regimen, you can’t
Occlusion in Restorative Dentistry - Off the Cusp
Do Your Patients Know? Malocclusion can be caused by a high restoration, but it also can be caused by untreated decay or gaps left by missing teeth. Did You Know? Successful occlusal adjustment may require collaboration with experts in other dental disciplines including – but not necessarily limited to – periodontists, TMJ specialists, oral surgeons, and orthodontists. Potential Complications of Malocclusion: Tooth damage, loss of
4 Ways to Celebrate National Tooth Fairy Day at Your Practice - Off the Cusp
Not every medical specialty is lucky enough to have a tradition like the Tooth Fairy to draw on. But dentistry does, and that means you can embrace the idea of this positive pixie to engage kids and their parents in oral health. According to a poll conducted by Delta Dental, 81% of homes in the United States with children ages 6