What dentists need to know about taxes in 2016
January 20th 2016Tax extenders! They have been in the news every year since the expiration of the Bush tax cuts and various other tax and economic stimulus packages. Without the passage of tax extenders in recent years, dentists would have had higher taxes. These temporary tax provisions expired at the end of 2014 but, as expected, new tax extender legislation has been passed.
Achieving 5-star customer service in the dental practice
January 20th 2016We have all heard about, read about, and strived for the elusive five-star customer service. We have attended classes, read testimonials and listened to others tell stories about it. We all want it, strive to provide it and desire to receive it. So what is “IT,” really?
Boosting your online reputation: 10 hacks every dentist should know
January 20th 2016Did you know that 88 percent of consumers trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations? Today, it’s absolutely critical for all dentists to be aware of what is being said about them online. And while patient reviews may first come to mind, there are multiple elements that make up a dentist’s online identity.
CAO Group launches world’s first in-office teeth whitening strip with one-minute chairtime
January 15th 2016The CAO Group (CAO), a world leading, high technology dental company, launched Sheer White!® In-Office Teeth Whitening Strips, which are said to be the world’s first in-office teeth whitening strips with one-minute chairtime.
Why one practice loves using Sani-Soak Ultra
January 14th 2016Dr. Brian Stern, who has been in practice since 2005, is board-certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. He practices in Powell, Ohio, and also is a member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, the American Dental Association and the Ohio Dental Association.
Grow your practice or kill your practice?
January 13th 2016By using the techniques that I outlined in my book Grow Your Dental Practice with Wine and Cheese, I saw incredible growth in my practice. I sold over 950 plans over a two year period. Between the plans themselves and additional expenditures from plan members during those two years, I earned an additional 1.49 million dollars. My receipts grew by 45 percent a year for two years running. That’s an incredible rate of growth, and I only spent $130 and one hour a month to get it.
Transitioning a dental practice after death
January 13th 2016After a death, the transition from the seller’s side is a very emotional, disheartening and financially upsetting circumstance. The spouse of the deceased dentist was probably used to a very solid financial perspective and many times did not know what was occurring in the dental practice.