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Looking to update your hygiene pay model? This guide provides pros and cons of paying dental hygienists by the hour, by production, or with performance-based bonuses. Based on real advice from dental consultants at the Dental A Team, you’ll get high-impact insights for today’s changing workforce. What’s the best way to pay dental hygienists today? […]
Read NowGiving raises shouldn’t be a gamble. It’s a strategic decision that impacts retention, morale, and profitability. Yet many practice owners make these decisions based on emotion, or worse, pressure from team members, without a clear framework. Here’s how high-performing dental practices approach raises with confidence, clarity, and control. 1. Know Your Numbers First Before giving […]
Read NowNot every dental office turns into a brand people remember, but Dr. Zaneta Hamlin wanted to be different. Dr. Hamlin didn’t just open a scratch-start dental practice. She built a brand. And she did it with strategy, creativity, and intention every step of the way. Cusp Dental Boutique stands out not just because of the […]
Read NowAugust is often overlooked in the world of dental business planning. It falls in that awkward in-between of summer and fall, and many practices wait until November or even January to begin goal setting for the new year. But successful practices understand that waiting puts them at a disadvantage. If January planning starts in January, […]
Read NowDelegating is not just about removing tasks from a to-do list. It is one of the most critical levers for productivity, growth, and sustainable leadership in any high-functioning dental practice. Yet so many dentists and office managers resist it out of fear, habit, or lack of clarity. If delegation feels uncomfortable, that’s normal. It also […]
Read NowWhat if tax season didn’t feel like a surprise every year? Too often, dentists are left scrambling in April, blindsided by a tax bill they didn’t see coming. Kiera Dent and Derick Van Ness dive deep into how practice owners can shift from reactive tax filing to a proactive tax strategy and build real wealth […]
Read NowIntroducing new services or procedures into a dental practice can result in serious growth. Whether it’s clear aligners, Botox, implants, sleep apnea treatment, or aesthetic upgrades, the right addition can elevate patient experience and practice profitability. But too often, implementation fails. Not because the idea is bad, but because the execution lacks a plan. The […]
Read NowA productive practice doesn’t happen by accident. Behind every high-performing dental office is a foundation of simple, consistent systems that reduce chaos, improve profitability, and keep the entire team aligned. Yet most practices operate without them, often wondering why their schedules feel like a scramble or why case acceptance numbers remain flat. Here’s a breakdown […]
Read NowIn dentistry, many practice owners chase a specific number, often $1 million in revenue, income, or savings. It’s commonly viewed as the ultimate benchmark of success. But for those who reach that milestone only to feel depleted or disconnected, another truth emerges: the number alone doesn’t deliver the life most are seeking. This is the […]
Read NowRunning a dental practice means more than providing excellent care. It also means making sure your business is legally protected and ethically sound. From OSHA to HIPAA and beyond, regulatory compliance is the invisible backbone of a safe, trustworthy practice. But here’s the question many dental practice owners silently ask: How can I check if […]
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