practice management
National Dental Holidays to Celebrate at Your Practice
March 3, 2021
The DentalPost Team
Updated March 3rd, 2021Originally published May 29th, 2018 Recognizing your dental team for their hard work over the year is quintessential to having a successful practice. Mother’s Day and Father’s […]
Are Job Seekers Not Applying to Your Job? Here’s How to Fix it.
February 25, 2021
Tonya Lanthier
Updated February 25th, 2021Originally published August 23rd, 2019 You’re offering a job, so why aren’t you getting applications? You need to figure out why people are not applying to your ad […]
5 Strategies to Retain Your Dental Team
September 14, 2020
Tonya Lanthier
Recently a friend from my Entrepreneurs Organization network shared the story of the Choluteca Bridge in Honduras. After hearing it, it made me think about the dental industry and how […]
Be a Boss People Love to Work For
October 11, 2019
Tonya Lanthier
Great bosses do this…
Need More Dental Patients? Here Are 7 Ways to Generate New Referrals
June 14, 2019
The DentalPost Team
Do you wait for patients with a toothache to call you for an appointment? It’s time to stop hoping the business will come to you. No matter how busy you […]
Here’s What to Know About Dental Jobs in 2019
January 29, 2019
The DentalPost Team
Last year, we released an updated salary survey for dental hygienists and dental assistants. As dictated in the blog, dentistry is experiencing strong industry growth overall, and many professionals are […]
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 […]
How to Set (& Achieve!) Your Career Goals in 2019
December 27, 2018
The DentalPost Team
At any holiday gathering, you’re likely to get asked by an inquisitive relative: “What are you up to these days?” “Where are you working?” “Do you like your boss?” While […]
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 Quit Your Job Like a Pro
November 13, 2018
The DentalPost Team
If you’ve ever had to quit a job, you know it can get messy and emotional. Tempers flare, confusion ensues, feelings get hurt — quitting a job isn’t an inherently […]
Top Dental Practices of 2018
November 6, 2018
The DentalPost Team
DentalPost’s Top Dental Practices celebrates the very best in dentistry every year. In 2017, we chose three outstanding practices, focusing on employee benefits, leadership, and quality of care. It was particularly […]
Practice Planning: Five Common Oversights
September 20, 2018
Kathy Rotramel
Designing or remodeling your office takes a lot of up-front planning—and there’s certainly no shortage of advice to follow. But just as important are those things you may not think […]
Are You a Workaholic? Here Are Some Signs.
August 7, 2018
The DentalPost Team
“Workaholic” is a tricky word. Everyone knows a self-describing “workaholic.” It’s even possible you’ve been called a workaholic once or twice. But — and let’s be clear — there is […]
Digital Dentistry: How to Make the Most of Your DentalPost.com Profile
July 31, 2018
The DentalPost Team
Let’s face it: finding great help can be hard in the era of digital dentistry and technology. Sifting through dozens of random resumes, finding the applicants with the right skills […]
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 […]
Unreported Dental Practice Pain Points Impact Claims, Coding and Even Security
June 12, 2018
Robert Patrick
Data suggests that, in many cases, outside forces pressing upon dental practice leadership may keep them from getting the most out of their practices. Tasks like the coding of claims, […]
9 Expert Dental Office Management Tips To Enhance Your Practice
June 5, 2018
The DentalPost Team
There are a plenty of forums and sites offering seemingly magic “dental office management tips” to dental professionals. Here’s the truth: there’s no “secret formula” to running a dental practice. […]
DentalPost’s Mission: Connecting Professionals & Offices in a Meaningful Way
May 3, 2018
The DentalPost Team
Have you ever stopped to consider what drives you? Since we began almost 13 years ago, our mission has been the same: to create a place that helps dental professionals […]
Improve Communication in Your Dental Office with These Tips
April 24, 2018
Ken Rhie
When you want to provide excellent customer service to your patients and streamline how your dental office runs, it’s time to look at ways to improve communication. When your dental […]
I Graduated Dental School, What Now?
April 24, 2018
The DentalPost Team
If graduating from dental school feels like a whirlwind of emotions, know that you’re not alone; transitioning from school into the “real world” is a big leap, and feeling overwhelmed […]
Modern Dentistry: Tips For Practice Management in 2018
April 3, 2018
Dixie Somers
In this day and age, those who embrace the reality of modern dentistry run the most impactful practices. Although it seems like it should be easy to maintain a successful […]
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 […]
How Your Workplace Nutrition Could Be Sabotaging Your Productivity
February 27, 2018
Cate Palmer
Working in dentistry can be difficult, and especially when it comes to lunchtime. Common wisdom dictates that we shouldn’t be doing anything on an empty stomach. People take this to […]
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 […]
Work Less Hours to Make More Money
July 11, 2017
Dr. Wayne Kerr
When I opened my practice for general dentistry in 1978, there was no internet, no social media, and advertising was limited to the Yellow Pages. So, as someone new to […]
How to Manage Conflict Effectively
January 3, 2017
Stacia Familo-Hopek
“Whenever you’re in conflict with someone, there is one factor that can make the difference between damaging your relationship and deepening it. That factor is attitude.” –William James Conflict can arise […]
Ready or Not, Here Comes 2017!
December 26, 2016
Dr. Wayne Kerr
It’s almost time! January will be here in the proverbial “blink of an eye!” Ready? In preparation for your success, please consider the following: 1. Have you established your work calendar […]
Who Sets The Mood of the Practice?
September 27, 2016
Laura Hatch
Of course we all have our good days and our bad days—we’re only human. The same is true for your office and your team as a whole. There are great […]
A Taste of DentalCodeology: A Gingivitis Code Finally!
September 20, 2016
Patti DiGangi
Imagine your patient presents with inflamed, hemorrhagic gingiva, light to moderate subgingival calculus and generalized pseudo-pocketing. For all of the history of Current Dental Terminology (CDT) coding, there have been […]
What Makes a Great Dental Assistant?
September 6, 2016
Kiyoko Hill
5 Skills to Succeed in a Dental Assisting Position Though it comes with many perks, dental assisting is not an easy job- dental assistants have to perform many tasks throughout […]
Welcome to Our Team!
August 9, 2016
Dr. Wayne Kerr
Few experiences can simultaneously be as intimidating and exhilarating as the first day working in a new office! Drawing from thirty-five years of employment experience, let me suggest the […]
Be a Mountain
July 18, 2016
Tonya Lanthier
Have you ever seen a plateau? Well, just in case you were taking a nap in geography class, it is an area of high ground, with a flat terrain. I […]
Success for Your Dental Office: How to Take Control
May 18, 2016
Laura Hatch
I travel around the country and talk to a ton of dentists and dental teams. I hear so much about how things are so hard. Why things are not going […]
Giving Back Made Easy
March 30, 2016
Dr. Wayne Kerr
Not only is our profession one of compassion but dentists are widely known as community builders! Largely small business owners and sole proprietors, most recognize the importance of becoming community […]
Increase Practice Efficiency and Profitability: 90 Days of Baby Steps
February 2, 2016
Patti DiGangi
At the beginning of the year, we have the opportunity for a new start. Yet, we often get bogged down by what we didn’t accomplish in 2015. Why? Most often […]
Breaking Rules to Find Success
January 27, 2016
Tonya Lanthier
I admit it. I’ve always been a rule-breaker. From the time I was a child and hated to hear that tired phrase little girls don’t do that, right up to […]
PREPPING FOR YOUR NEXT INTERVIEW – Turn the Tables with Social Media
January 6, 2016
Janice Hurley
A survey commissioned by an online employment website has found that 37 percent of hiring managers use social networking sites to research job applicants, with over 65 percent of that […]
Dental Hygienists Rated Amongst Top Jobs for Great Work-Life Balance
November 17, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
At DentalPost.net, we know a lot about work-life balance. Heck, our company was founded because I wanted a better way for dental professionals – and at the time, specifically hygienists […]
Is Your Future Secure?
October 28, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
All of the aspects that positively affect the psychology of a person’s well-being -purpose, meaning, identity, fulfillment, creativity – are absent in the average job. Seventy percent of Americans do not […]
CE’s for Dental Assistants – It Is Essential!
October 22, 2015
Tija Hunter
Continuing Education courses are the building blocks of your career. Yet I’ve heard it many times over the years and to this day, assistants will tell me they are told they don’t […]
DentalPost Achieves Debut Ranking on the 2015 Inc. 5000 List of Fastest Growing Companies
September 22, 2015
DentalPost
ATLANTA, Aug. 13, 2015 /PRNewswire-iReach/ — With a three year growth rate of 171 percent, DentalPost made its debut today on Inc. magazine’s 43th annual Inc. 500|5000, an exclusive ranking […]
Interview From The Doctor’s Point Of View
September 8, 2015
Janice Hurley
There are plenty of jobs out there in dentistry in one location or another. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there should be more than 74,000 new openings for […]
Where Do You Belong? Finding Your Tribe
September 1, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
The word “tribe” has been used a lot lately. It’s become a cultural phenomenon, this idea of finding a tribe. Perhaps it’s a result of being a bit too connected, […]
Onboarding: Sink or Swim
August 5, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
Think back to your first day of high school. Did you have butterflies in your stomach? Were you worried about finding your classrooms, making new friends, or forgetting your locker […]
Measuring the Success of Your Practice
July 28, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
We make decisions every day. Sometimes, they don’t matter much (chocolate or vanilla?). Sometimes, they do (You are now pronounced husband and wife). Let’s take a step back for a […]
5 Steps to Help Your Team Resolve Conflict
July 14, 2015
Judy Kay Mausolf
Unless you live in some remote jungle and only work with plants you will probably interact with lots of other people during your lifetime. The people I am talking about […]
It’s all about change.
July 8, 2015
Margaret McIntyre
With each change in season, business owners should take the opportunity to reflect on past months. Did I fulfill my goals? Was the team held accountable? What did we learn? […]
Applying for THE Job: 10 Helpful Tips for Job Seekers
June 24, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
Many factors affect how long it will take to find the perfect job in dentistry – everything from the current economy to flexibility in terms of hours or pay. While there’s […]
Building Your Practice by Building Relationships
June 17, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
This spring I had the opportunity to attend GrowCo, a conference sponsored by Inc. magazine designed to help entrepreneurs grow their businesses. The whole time I was listening carefully […]
Can You Hear Me Now?
June 9, 2015
Dr. Tanya Brown
by Dr. Tanya Brown Have you ever heard the saying “Your actions speak so loudly, I can’t hear what you are saying”? I love this quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson […]
Is Your Team Working Together?
May 19, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
The Complainer. The Bully. The Slacker. The Gossip. The Slob. The Flirt. The Drama Queen. Sound like the cast of characters from Glee or Mean Girls? Unfortunately, these personality types […]
Corporate or Boutique?
May 12, 2015
Dr. Lisa Knowles
The Pros and Cons of Big Vs. Small Dentistry If you look at Wal-Mart vs. the little shoe shop on the corner you will begin to understand the differences between […]
4 Ways Energy Can Make or Break Your Practice
March 24, 2015
Linda Miles
When asked to describe the ideal dental auxiliary, we all think about their ability to perform the duties they were hired to do. We also remind ourselves of the importance […]
How to Find a Happy, High-Performing Team Player
February 25, 2015
Judy Kay Mausolf
Interviewing job candidates can sometimes feel like searching for a diamond in the rough. You know that your expectations are reasonable – but do you know how to find someone […]
As Richard Says, Screw Business as usual.
January 29, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
I’ve mentioned before that both times I’ve been to Necker Island as a guest of Sir Richard Branson, I soak up all kinds of knowledge. As amazing as every inch […]
DentalPost Announces New Feature – Candidate Matching
January 27, 2015
DentalPost
ATLANTA, Jan. 27, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — In its effort to continually innovate how dental professionals connect and create teams that excel, DentalPost, the dental industry’s premier online and mobile job board, announces today it […]
Necker Island: Repeat Engagement
January 13, 2015
Tonya Lanthier
I can say, without a doubt, 2014 has been the greatest year of my life. My sweet twin girls turned 11, starting a new decade and new chapter of their […]
Committing to the “Perfect Patient Appointment”
November 25, 2014
Dr. Wayne Kerr
It goes without saying that we all want our patients to enjoy a positive experience with every visit, because “word of mouth” strengthens our practices. But what does it take to […]
How To Make Your “To Do” List a “Today” List
October 28, 2014
Bonnie Hixson
We all want busy practices and busy businesses. Or do we? Did you rush around today, frantically trying to get everything on your “To Do” list done, only to end […]
What Makes Dental Staff Stay?
August 19, 2014
Dr. Wayne Kerr
Like many in our profession, I’ve had to dismiss a few less than sterling employees through the years. However, I’ve always recognized that a stable staff sends a message to […]
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 […]