Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Articles

"It will cost…how much?" Understanding that many patients are already uneasy about going to the dentist can help you have compassion when treatment costs add to their unease.

Compassion Needed for the Dental Patient

A new FAIR Health Study documents the significant drop in dental insurance claims at the beginning of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

New Study Shows Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Dental Services

Videos

YAPI co-founder and CEO Dr Gina Dorfman explains her paperless practice management software solution which was recently honored with a 2020 Cellerant Best of Class Technology Award.

Technology Insights: YAPI

, Pete is responsible for the overall success and direction of our company. He joined the company in 2003 after working in sales for Lanier, Siemens, and AT&T, which allows him to have a broader business vision for US Dental Transitions. Pete has been involved with more than 500 successful transitions and has consulted with thousands of dentists. He is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island where he earned a Bachelor of Psychology degree. He is also a graduate of the Institute of Business Appraisers and member of the Practice Valuation Study Group.

After the COVID-19 disruption, some practice owners are having difficulty seeing a profitable practice in their future.

With COVID-19 hurting dental practices, more are looking to sell

Dental Products Report editorial director Noah Levine is joined by dental and EHR software expert, and regular contributor Mike Uretz to discuss his latest article for DPR, the September 2020 cover story: "A digital dental transformation." 

A Digital Dental Transformation: A conversation with Mike Uretz about the future of dental software

The way you engage with others will make… or break your business.

Human interaction in a dental office

Dental software solutions company offering reduced subscription fees for new customers, referring practices.

XLDent Referral program designed to help dentists cut costs

An introduction to this communication software that serves as a remote business toolbox for dental practices. 

5Ws* Weave

An introduction to MMG Fusion's automated patient communications and scheduling application, Chairfill.

5Ws* MMG Fusion's Chairfill

Kristin Hohman serves as Associate Editor for DPR. 

Dr. Colin Lathrop explains why YAPI practice software was the perfect fit for his start-up practice. 