patient care
How to Handle a Difficult Patient
May 31, 2019
The DentalPost Team
There’s very little as frustrating as a troublesome patient. Unfortunately, a difficult patient will always exist. You can be the ultimate professional, meeting your patient halfway every time, and they […]
Six Ways to Improve Patient Retention at Your Dental Practice
March 27, 2019
Kate Harveston
Patient retention remains critical in building a thriving, successful dental practice. The principle that attracting new clients costs far more than keeping current patients happy holds true in the world […]
12 Tips to Dispel Your Patient’s Fear of Dental Work
February 5, 2019
Charles Phan
Fear of visiting the dentist is so common that it has become something of a trope in films and fiction. Though the cultural reaction to getting dental work is exaggerated […]
4 Dental Technology Trends to Follow in 2019
January 8, 2019
The DentalPost Team
With an industry as advanced and tech-focused as dentistry, change is inevitable. But the ability to embrace new technologies and techniques is what is keeping dentistry at the cutting-edge of […]
3 Feel-Good Dental Volunteering Stories
December 18, 2018
The DentalPost Team
This year was filled with some talented dentists, hygienists, assistants, and office staff donating their time and talents to better others who, for whatever reason, were unable to get the […]
How Dental Offices Can Improve Patient Privacy
November 27, 2018
Brooke Faulkner
Seeking dental care can be a vulnerable experience for a number of reasons. Although it’s common for people to have fears associated with going to the dentist, the risk that […]
How to Educate Patients on Gum Health
November 1, 2018
Brooke Faulkner
You know that poor dental health leads to serious problems like gingivitis and periodontal disease, but do your patients know the real impact of their bad habits? Their daily soda […]
The Importance of Taking Time to Educate Dental Patients
September 25, 2018
Brooke Faulkner
While patients rarely have dangerous conditions when seeking dental care, “going to the dentist” is a universally hated activity. Part of it may have to do with guilt — most […]
5 Things Dental Pros Wish Patients Knew
July 10, 2018
The DentalPost Team
As dental professionals, there are some things we wish our patients knew. Some seem obvious (don’t use your teeth to open a beverage), and others slightly more technical (dentalx-rays don’t […]
5 Dental Industry Trends to Pay Attention To
June 19, 2018
The DentalPost Team
Dental industry trends are constantly changing, and it’s important to stay on top of them to ensure you’re providing the latest and greatest to your patients. Here are five dental […]
Soft Solutions for Hard Choices
June 14, 2018
Janet Hagerman
Helping patients say YES to dentistryEvery day your patients are faced with hard choices about the dentistry you present to them in your treatment plans. A crown or a new […]
5 Dental Hygiene Habits That Drive Your Dentist Crazy
May 22, 2018
The DentalPost Team
There are certain dental hygiene habits that drive us dental professionals insane. Chewing fingernails? Surprisingly damaging (and pretty gross). Come on, people! We’ve compiled a list below of 5 habits we […]
8 Thoughts Your Dental Patient Has While Sitting in the Chair
May 1, 2018
The DentalPost Team
So, what does a dental patient think while you’re examining them? Most of us know what it’s like to be the one cleaning the teeth. All sorts of thoughts run […]
What Dental Assistants Love Most About Their Job
March 20, 2018
The DentalPost Team
Happy Dental Assistant Recognition week! We asked the dental community why they loved being a dental assistant and the response was overwhelming! We received hundreds of responses from dental assistants […]
4 Big Dental Assistant Challenges & How to Handle Them
March 13, 2018
The DentalPost Team
There are many reasons to enjoy a career as a dental assistant. It’s fairly sociable, you get to perform meaningful tasks in the practice, and it is a great step […]
3 Dental Advertising Strategies for the Digital Age
February 13, 2018
The DentalPost Team
What’s the first thing you did this morning? Did you grab your phone? If so, you’re among the 80% of smartphone users who report that they check their phones within […]
How You Can Improve Your Dentist-To-Patient Experience
September 12, 2017
Grace Clark
Owning and running a successful dental practice is no easy task. Apart from overseeing all the ongoing dental procedures, a dentist must also place focus on the smooth functioning of […]
How Long Should You Keep Trying to Reactivate Patients?
February 27, 2017
Laura Hatch
I’m asked this question a lot by the dental office managers and owners that I meet and my answer may surprise you. First, let me emphasize how important it is […]
The Myth of “My Patients Have No Money”
January 17, 2017
Laura Hatch
Here is an important thing to understand about your patients who say they “just don’t have the money” for the dental work they need… Most of your patients really do […]
Can You Move a Patient’s Appointment?
December 13, 2016
Laura Hatch
Yes! With the right training, communication, and follow-through, there is absolutely no reason that patients cannot be moved to help make the schedule the best it can be. In fact, […]
A Lifesaving Exam
March 31, 2015
Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Dentistry has been a tremendous blessing for me. I see our profession not just as a job, but also as a calling. I have had some great mentors who have […]
Using Technology to Build Patient Trust
July 8, 2014
Dr. Wayne Kerr
As the Pankey Cross of Dentistry implores us: “Know Yourself, Know Your Work, Know Your Patient, Apply Your Knowledge, and you will experience both a Spiritual as well as a […]