Dental Consultant Advice: “Discount Dentistry”
Discounts can be destructive if not used with proper judgement. There is always the danger of having people focus on price instead of the value of your services. However, keep…
Dental Consultants Pediatric Scheduling Tips
There are many variables in terms of pediatric dental practice scheduling for both new patients and recare. From what the assistants can do, to how long to meet, greet, and…
Dental Consultants Advice: Patients Per Day
In a general practice, a hygienist can see 8 to 10 patients per day, with operative also seeing 8 to 10 patients plus consultations, impressions, etc. Variables can include the…
Dental Practice Consulting Hiring Interview Tips
1. Hire for attitude. Train for the rest. Attitude = proud of and likes to work. 2. For the front desk, make sure to test for basic math skills. It’s amazing…
Dental Consultant Staff Correction Protocol
At any given time one or more of your staff are likely doing something that you would not be too happy about if discovered. It’s the nature of the beast.…
Dental Practice Consulting: Associate Compensation
30% of adjusted production seems to be the sweet spot these days. Lab bill (not CEREC) is negotiable, but more often than not the practice covers the lab bill. When…
Dental Consultant Full Schedule Tips
1. Make sure all patients have an appointment when leaving, except those on your “no fly” list. 2. Keep short/ASAP/Will-Call lists. 3. Offer targeted discounts to schedule hard-to-fill time slots,…
Dental Consultant Tips: Handling NP Price Questions
New Patient: How much do you charge for a cleaning? Receptionist: $150.00 NP: That’s more than I thought! Receptionist: “Yes, well as my mother always says, “You get what you…
Dental Practice Consulting: Block Scheduling
Your practice will be rushed, hectic and stressed without a schedule that is well designed. The purpose of blocking scheduling is to decrease stress, keep production on an even keel from one…
Dental Consultant Tip: Where To Find Staff?
Want ad tip: Do not list salary, etc. If too low, you might scare off some good prospective employees. Examples of recommended wording: 1. Salary based on experience.. 2. Compensation based…