In this episode, Kevin Henry and Nancy Coy discuss strategies for dental practices to maximize their revenue in the fourth quarter. They emphasize the importance of team empowerment, understanding patient needs, and offering diverse financing options. The conversation also highlights the significance of celebrating team successes and engaging staff to create a collaborative environment. Nancy shares insights from her extensive experience in healthcare finance, providing practical advice for dental professionals to enhance their business practices as they approach the end of the year.

Learn more about Nancy and get the link to her book at https://www.finrxstudio.com/about

In this episode, Kevin Henry speaks with Josh DeVries, CEO of Intiveo, about the critical role of patient engagement in dental practices, particularly through the use of text messaging. They discuss findings from the Dental Patient Engagement 2024 Benchmark Report, highlighting the surprising trends in communication preferences among different age demographics, especially seniors. The conversation emphasizes the importance of timely, relevant, and actionable communication to improve patient engagement and appointment confirmation rates, as well as strategies for re-engaging patients who have not been in for a while.

Learn more about Intiveo and the report mentioned in the podcast at https://intiveo.com/

In this episode, Kevin Henry and Teresa Duncan discuss the transformative role of AI in the dental industry, particularly focusing on its applications in administrative tasks and insurance management. They explore how AI can alleviate burdens on staff, enhance efficiency, and provide training for new team members. The conversation also touches on ethical considerations surrounding AI usage in dentistry and the importance of maintaining a personal touch in patient care. Teresa shares practical examples of how AI can be utilized effectively in the dental office, emphasizing the need for proper guidelines and oversight.

This podcast is sponsored by Garfield Refining. DrBicuspid listeners can get 50% off their refining fee when they refine with Garfield by using code DRBPOD-24. Visit www.garfieldrefining.com/drbicuspid and download your shipping label to get started today.

Teresa's video link mentioned in the podcast ... https://youtu.be/-_6Wfbq-zds?feature=shared

December 12 dental trends webinar link ... https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAudu2orTgtGtxvFm0EIcqmwohKiCA815eX#/registration

In this episode, Kevin Henry, editor in chief for DrBicuspid.com, speaks with Susan Wingrove, RDH, a dental hygienist with more than 40 years of experience, about the importance of various dental products, particularly Recaldent and MI Paste from GC America. They discuss how these products can benefit dental patients, the significance of matching products to individual patient needs, and the critical role of communication in dental care. Susan emphasizes the importance of understanding product instructions for optimal use and shares insights on how to enhance patient care through effective product recommendations.

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews Dr. Marc Cooper, who discusses the challenges faced by dentists as they transition into retirement and the pervasive issue of ageism. Dr. Cooper emphasizes the importance of finding purpose after retirement and the role of elders in society. He shares insights from his book, 'Older to Elder,' and encourages listeners to embrace their wisdom and contribute positively to their communities. The conversation highlights the need for a cultural shift in how we view aging and the potential for elders to impact future generations.

Learn more about Dr. Cooper at https://www.requestingwisdom.com/ or https://www.drmarcbcooper.com/

In this episode of the DrBicuspid podcast, editor in chief Kevin Henry interviews Victoria Peterson, co-founder and CEO of the Productive Dentist Academy, at their 20th anniversary conference. They discuss the evolving role of dental assistants, the importance of delegation in dental practices, strategies for attracting and retaining talent, and the overall impact of a supportive team environment on patient care and practice success.

Learn more at https://productivedentist.com

In this episode, Kevin Henry is joined by Tija Hunter, Dana Watson, and Emme Sanders to discuss how dental assistants, office managers, and hygienists can end the year strong in 2024. Tija suggests being intentional about reviewing and improving systems, holding team members accountable, and not dropping the ball. Dana emphasizes the importance of communication between the office manager and the doctor, evaluating the year's progress, and setting goals for the end of the year. Emme advises hygienists to focus on maximizing their hygiene capacity, running unscheduled treatment plans, and creating capacity to serve patients at the end of the year. The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming COLLABricon event. Learn more at https://www.collabricon.com

In this DrBicuspid.com podcast episode, Kevin Henry and Rachel Wall discuss the value of dental hygiene and dental hygienists heading into the end of 2024. They address the rising cost of the dental hygiene department and the increasing salaries for dental hygienists. Rachel emphasizes the importance of dental hygienists being aware of and helping patients understand how their oral health affects their overall health. They also discuss the tension between hygienists and dentists, as well as the expanding role of dental assistants in some states. Rachel highlights the need for hygienists to embrace new technologies and stay on top of industry changes to remain relevant.

For more information, visit https://inspiredhygiene.com/

To know more about the upcoming virtual forum, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYkd-yhpzsvGtxqDuGl0uMBZ0iXr31zQ9g3#/registration

In this conversation, Kevin Henry interviews Ashley Bond about revenue cycle management (RCM) in dental practices. They discuss the importance of every team member understanding RCM and their role in it. They also emphasize the significance of proper documentation, including detailed clinical notes, and the potential role of AI in assisting with documentation. The conversation highlights the importance of training and collaboration among team members to improve RCM and overall practice efficiency.

Learn more about Ashley at https://www.withwisdom.com/

DrBicuspid listeners can get 50% off their refining fee when they refine with Garfield by using the code DRBPOD-24. Visit www.garfieldrefining.com/drbicuspid to learn more and download your shipping label to get started today.

It's something that is tackled in so many dental practices every week. A patient walks into the practice having seen a perfectly white Hollywood smile wanting to have that kind of smile. However, that patient has periodontal disease and is much more concerned about whiter teeth than bloody gums.

So how do a dentist and the dental team approach this discussion? That's the topic I discussed with Dr. Jossen Gastelum, a cosmetic dentist with a practice in Scottsdale, AZ, on this episode of our podcast.

Connect with Dr. Gastelum on LinkedIn here ... https://www.instagram.com/doctorjossen/?hl=en