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Practice Management & Profitability

Let’s be honest. For too many of us, the passion for dentistry has faded. It’s become a job we endure, not a …

For decades, we’ve waged a singular war against sugar. We’ve told our patients that if they just brush, floss, and avoid sweets, …

You know the feeling. You start the day with a perfectly blocked, productive schedule and a sense of optimism. Then, reality hits. …

You’re in the middle of a complex procedure, completely in the zone, and then you feel it: the tap on your shoulder. “Doctor, …

Let’s be honest about the morning huddle. If you’ve ever spent 20 minutes talking about which patient likes which pillow or someone’s …

What’s the best dental CE course to take to advance your career? It’s a question I get asked constantly. But after years …

Have you ever looked at your practice bank account and felt a sense of whiplash? One day it’s flush with cash, and …

You look at your hygiene schedule and it’s full. Wall-to-wall. Your team is working hard. But at the end of the day, …

My first patient this morning walked in and, before any pleasantries, informed me she was allergic to all colorings and all flavors. …

Ask yourself honestly: does your day feel like a constant barrage of small, mentally taxing decisions? Do you feel drained by the …

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