Dentists: Don't miss this step to launch your own practice
What if you could walk a day in the shoes of another dentist? Find out why one dentist did it for 18 months. Plus: Read about this dentist who is opening a public schools clinic in Illinois. Welcome to this edition of Dental Bite.
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In today's newsletter:
💠 Why evidence-based practices still hold muster
💠 Should you offer dental warranties?
💠 Implant-support denture technology
💠 The dangers of teeth whitening
Subbing before settling into your own practice
Filling in when dentists are out of the office in multiple offices might just be the key to success for aspiring private dental practitioners. Lara Saleh, DDS, MS of Dr. Toothfairy Pediatric Dentisty subbed exclusively for 18 months prior to starting her own practice and says, “…that really opened my eyes to what I wanted to implement in my office, what were the nonnegotiable things that I wanted in my office, what I could compromise on and the definite no nos, and I gained a lot of perspective by knowing what not to do in my office.” (The Dental Marketer Podcast)
How to stay in-the-know on evidence-based dentistry
Dental professionals must stay educated on the latest evidence-based treatments to provide the utmost of care to patients. From engaging in continuous dental education to aligning with professional consensus agreements, Dentist Magazine provides a list of helpful ways to stay in the know. (Dentist Magazine)
Voices from the Industry-
Improving trust with dental warranties
Warranties from cars to electronics are common and expected, however lacking in dentistry. Dental warranties for procedures from root canals to implants can offer patients peace of mind and significantly impact their confidence in their care. Max Zanan, co-founder of the Dental Protection Group, reviews these benefits and how to implement warranties in your practice. (Dentistry iQ)
The case for implant-supported dentures
Implant-supported dentures are an advancement in prosthodontic technology which offers a more permanent solution than traditional dentures. These dentures are anchored directly into the jawbone. This is one of many options in dentures that you can now offer your patients to restore their smiles with greater stability and functionality. (Dentistry iQ)
Small Bites
💠5 simple steps for better infection control
💠The dangers of tooth whitening
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