In this episode that kicks off a six-part series on staff shortages, Dr. Roger Levin discusses the current state of staffing in dentistry, highlighting the crisis and confusion that dentists and office managers are facing. He emphasizes the importance of keeping and training existing staff to avoid the challenges of recruiting and hiring. Dr. Levin identifies five factors contributing to the staffing crisis, including the lingering effects of the pandemic, a shortage of available staff, the increasing complexity of dental practice, rising staffing compensation, and limited growth opportunities in the field. He also discusses the challenges of hiring and the potential impact of AI on staffing in the future.

In this conversation, editor in chief Kevin Henry and author Kim McCleskey discuss the dental consolidation wave and what entrepreneurs need to know. They emphasize the sense of urgency for dentists to consider selling their practices to a DSO or a group, as the options may change in the next few years. They also highlight the importance of treating a dental practice like a business and understanding its profitability and value. Kim provides insights on the steps dentists can take, such as consulting with a CPA or engaging with a practice valuation company like PTS. They also discuss the various options available for dentists who don't want to join or sell to a DSO.

Read her article at https://www.drbicuspid.com/dental-business/dso/article/15667122/halfway-through-the-dental-consolidation-wave-heres-what-entrepreneurs-need-to-know

Dr. Juan Yepes discusses his role as a teacher and the importance of education in dentistry. He explains how Dr. Bicuspid serves as a platform for teaching and keeping dental professionals updated on various pathologies and conditions. Dr. Yepes emphasizes the need for collaboration between different dental specialties, such as orthodontics, oral and maxillofacial radiology, and oral and maxillofacial pathology. He also highlights the importance of communication and teamwork in providing the best care for patients.

Takeaways

Collaboration between different dental specialties is crucial for providing comprehensive care to patients.

Orthodontists play a key role in identifying and referring unusual pathologies through radiographs.

Oral and maxillofacial radiologists and pathologists are essential members of the dental community.

Effective communication and teamwork are necessary for delivering the best possible care to patients.

Note: You can see the case discussed in this podcast here ... https://my.drbicuspid.com/cases/17-year-old-boy-with-several-missing-teeth/

Sameer Bhasin, vice president of alliances for CareCredit, joins DrBicuspid.com editor in chief Kevin Henry to discuss the latest In Synch Consumer Monthly Tracker numbers and what the data compiled by Synchrony Financial means for dentists and dental practices.

What numbers do you need to know? We talk about that here.

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews Nick Greenfield, CEO and co-founder of Candid, about the importance of orthodontics in overall oral health and the transition from a direct-to-consumer to a direct-to-dentist model. They discuss the significance of being decisive as a leader and how to get team buy-in for decisions. Nick shares his entrepreneur mindset and emphasizes the importance of starting with price and understanding willingness to pay. He also highlights the value of a think tank for leadership and the importance of differentiating the brand and building trust.

Learn more at https://www.candidco.com.

In this episode, DrBicuspid's Kevin Henry interviews Daniel Weinstein, CEO and co-founder of Lura Health, a medical device and health monitoring company. Daniel shares his background in engineering and how it led him to dentistry. Lura Health aims to transform health monitoring by providing continuous monitoring of oral health markers through saliva. The company's vision is to fill the gap in managing patients' health trajectories between dental visits. Daniel emphasizes the importance of failure and flexibility in entrepreneurship and highlights the role of Cellerant Consulting in advancing Lura Health. He also discusses the challenges of developing a small, wearable sensor for dental applications. Learn more at https://www.lurahealth.com.

In this episode recorded live at Chicago Midwinter, editor-in-chief Kevin Henry sits down with Mouthwatch CEO and founder Brant Herman to discuss teledentistry and telehealth and where the technology currently stands in terms of helping patients and dental practices. From AI to Capitol Hill, this wide-ranging conversation brings you the latest updates on this technology.

In this episode recorded during the Chicago Midwinter Meeting, Dr. Jeff Dalin discusses the growth of Give Kids A Smile and the lives impacted through this philanthropic effort. In 2002, Dr. Dalin and B. Ray Storm, D.D.S, held the first Give Kids A Smile event in St. Louis, which then evolved into a nationwide program in 2003, officially launched by the ADA.

Dental care is a crucial aspect of overall health and well-being, yet a recent study showed that many respondents perceive treatment to be unaffordable. This finding, combined with a lack of understanding of dental benefits and the cost of care, impact patients’ decisions when it comes to scheduling and keeping appointments and accepting recommended dentistry.

The "Dental Lifetime of Care Study" conducted by Synchrony on behalf of CareCredit surveyed more than 1,000 adults in the U.S. to understand their attitudes and behaviors regarding dental care. Participants ranged in age from 18 to 75 and represented a diverse range of backgrounds and income levels.

With all of this in mind, editor in chief Kevin Henry recently spoke with Synchrony’s Matt Muscolo and Dr. Brian Harris to discuss what the numbers mean to them and how dentistry can improve access to care. You can hear our podcast below. This episode is the first of a CareCredit-sponsored series that will be a yearlong deep dive into numbers and trends that dental practices need to know.

You can view the study at https://www.carecredit.com/sites/pc/pdf/dental-lifetime-of-care-study.pdf

In this conversation, John Beaver, president and CEO of Biolase, discusses the new WaterLase iPlus Premier Edition and the modular approach to laser dentistry. He emphasizes the company's focus on accelerating the adoption of lasers in dentistry and the importance of after-sale service and training. The evolution of lasers in dentistry is highlighted, along with the superior clinical efficacy of laser procedures. The trial program and VIP program are discussed as ways to introduce dentists to laser technology. The importance of technology-savvy dentists and the value of laser dentistry in terms of ROI are also explored. The conversation concludes with a mention of Biolase's social media presence and the upcoming Tequila and Tongue Ties event.

Takeaways

Biolase introduces the WaterLase iPlus Premier, a modular laser system that allows dentists to customize their laser capabilities.

The company focuses on accelerating the adoption of lasers in dentistry and provides after-sale service and training to support dentists in using the technology effectively.

Lasers in dentistry have evolved to become more user-friendly and offer superior clinical efficacy compared to traditional instruments.

Biolase offers trial and VIP programs to help dentists experience the benefits of laser dentistry before making a purchase.

Chapters

00:00 — Introduction and New Product Announcement

01:05 — Modular Approach to Laser Dentistry

02:57 — Evolution of Lasers in Dentistry

03:56 — Focus on After-Sale Service and Training

04:25 — Importance of Team Acceptance and Education

05:21 — Expanding Focus on Endodontics

06:17 — Superior Clinical Efficacy of Laser Dentistry

06:47 — Trial Program and VIP Program

08:13 — Importance of Technology Savvy Dentists

09:11 — ROI and Value of Laser Dentistry

10:07 — Shift in Perception of Laser Dentistry

11:28 — Trade Shows and Casual Conversations

12:51 — Importance of Social Media and Online Presence

13:43 — Tequila and Tongue Ties Event

15:03 — Conclusion

Learn more at www.biolase.com.