What Got Your Practice Here, Won't Get It There
Remember when the Atari first came out? At the time, it was revolutionary. Now, video games are SO different. The Atari looks simple compared to the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
The way we play video games has changed. As time goes on, dentistry changes, too. Are you keeping up with that change, or are you still playing the Atari?
You can’t win today’s game with yesterday’s controller. It’s time to level up your practice!
Gone are the days of waiting for X-ray film to develop. With a quick snapshot, AI can detect tooth decay earlier than ever before. Software can streamline time-consuming tasks like writing notes or sending appointment reminders. Technology is evolving, and it requires new skills.
The patient experience has evolved, too. Procedures are less painful. Team handoffs are seamless. Patients don’t dread the dentist anymore, and thanks to these advancements, they might even look forward to it.
Here at ACT Dental, one of our core values is, “Always be growing.” Dentistry is growing, and you should grow with it! Explore technology, sign up for CE courses, find a coach and attend workshops. The work won’t get easier, but you can get better at it.
Wondering where to start? Visit our website to connect with a pro coach in minutes. And by joining the Best Practices Association, you’ll gain access to CE courses that cover the latest developments in dentistry. Let’s grow together!
Kirk Behrendt
Kirk Behrendt is a renowned consultant and speaker in the dental industry, known for his expertise in helping dentists create better practices and better lives. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Kirk has dedicated his professional life to optimizing the best systems and practices in dentistry. Kirk has been a featured speaker at every major dental meeting in the United States. His company, ACT Dental, has consistently been ranked as one of the top dental consultants in Dentistry Today's annual rankings for the past 10 years. In addition, ACT Dental was named one of the fastest-growing companies in the United States by Inc Magazine, appearing on their Inc 5000 list. Kirk's motivational skills are widely recognized in the dental industry. Dr. Peter Dawson of The Dawson Academy has referred to Kirk as "THE best motivator I have ever heard." Kirk has also assembled a trusted team of advisor experts who work with dentists to customize individual solutions that meet their unique needs. When he's not motivating dentists and their teams, Kirk enjoys coaching his children's sports teams and spending time with his amazing wife, Sarah, and their four children, Kinzie, Lily, Zoe, and Bo.
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