Are you chained to the grind? Do you work hard with little return? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. We know two dentists who felt the same way…until they joined the Best Practices Association. These dentists are Dr. Matt and Sarah Karls. Matt’s father was a dentist with his very own practice. After he retired, Matt and his wife took over the family business.
You feel like you should be producing more. But just doing more isn't the answer! In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT’s CEO, to break down the one basic equation you need to know to produce more while working less. Stop spending 220 days at the office! To learn how to produce more the right way, listen to Episode 880 of The Best Practices Show!
This is one of my favorite metrics, but it’s one that often goes overlooked. Your Gross Production Per Day (PPD) is more than just the money you’re making—it’s a powerful tool for planning your future.
Hygienists and periodontists have different roles in a practice. But that doesn't mean hygienists aren't as smart! In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt shares their recent Master Class by Katrina Sanders, The Dental WINEgenist, to test your knowledge and skills in diagnosing various cases. Are you smarter than a periodontist? To find out, listen to Episode 879 of The Best Practices Show!
Are you neglecting cybersecurity? You won't be starting today! In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings in Travis Wentworth, cybersecurity expert from Intelligence Quest, to share five mistakes you're making that are putting your practice at risk. Cybersecurity is no longer an option! To learn how to protect your business from data breaches, financial losses, and other consequences, listen to Episode 878 of The Best Practices Show!
Getting lost in the competition? Sounds like your practice needs some TNT. No, not explosives! TNT stands for “takes no talent.” These are small, controllable habits that require little to no skill. And yet, they make a huge impact. Patients notice them, and patients will remember them.
You can't unbuild operatories. So, before you start building, there are a few important questions to answer about production. In this episode of Metric Mondays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT’s CEO, to break down your production story and explain why you don't need as many patients as you think. Stop the churn-and-burn dentistry that's burning you out! To learn how to rewrite your production story, listen to Episode 877 of The Best Practices Show!
Dentists are incredibly busy, often at the expense of their practice. One of the most frequently overlooked aspects of being a leader is the need for alignment, but it’s incredibly important. Without that alignment, even the most well-intentioned leaders can create confusion and frustration within the team.
You might use a scanner every single day. But that alone won't make you an expert! In this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Christian Coachman, founder of Digital Smile Design, to share highlights from his recent collaboration event with Dr. John Kois, as well as the upcoming IntraOral Scanner Festival where you can take your scanning to the next level. To learn more about this upcoming event and how to join, listen to Episode 876 of The Best Practices Show!
Are you feeling trapped at work? Do you wish you had more time outside of your practice? In this episode of Practical Solutions Day, Kirk Behrendt brings back Dr. Barrett Straub, ACT’s CEO, to give you the treatment plan for regaining the freedom you deserve. Your practice should serve your life — not the other way around! To learn the steps of intentional planning for a better practice and better life, listen to Episode 875 of The Best Practices Show!
