September 6, 2019
For any office, especially a new office, filling those dental chairs with paying patients is always a huge concern. Here are a few things you can do to acquire new patients. Social Media Social media can be a great way to advertise your offers and get patients. According to a PricewaterhouseCoopers report, 41 percent of respondents said social media influenced their choice of a healthcare provider. This becomes even more relevant if you want to attract Millennial patients since 83 percent of Millennials have a Facebook account. Internet Reviews According […]
August 29, 2019
Over the years, we have used different positioning systems and have discovered the advantages and disadvantages of each of them. Although each had its advantages, we couldn’t find the perfect solution. Then we discovered the ClikStik and ComfyRay positioners. Seven reasons why the ClikStik and ComfyRay positioners will help you take better X-rays. Positioners Fit to the Sensor Both of these systems fit the sensor. A lot of other sensor companies use the Rinn XCP-DS Fit positioners, which are one-size-fits-all. They’ve got a rubber band and they stretch so you […]
August 29, 2019
Ready for some extra exciting news? DentiMax Software is happy to announce that we’ll be offering an upgrade coming this fall to the latest and greatest software, DentiMax 20! Outside of your team, practice management software is the heartbeat of your office. That is why having software you can rely upon and trust is crucial. DentiMax 20 is the most powerful practice management tool coming to market. Not only will DentiMax 20 help your practice collect more money, but the transparency it lends to your financial data is exactly what […]
August 14, 2019
Electronic prescriptions and prescription drug monitoring programs are becoming more relevant than ever before. Not only are federal and state regulations implementing e-prescribing mandates, but also big pharmacies such as Walmart. The company recently announced that it will require e-prescriptions for controlled substances as of January 1st, 2020 in an effort to help "curb opioid abuse and misuse." The rise of drug-related deaths poses a big challenge to communities, governments and healthcare providers. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data, around 71,000 people died from a drug overdose […]
July 23, 2019
Are You a Post-it® Note Queen (or King)? Recently, I was chatting with one of our clients. They were telling me how they should have invested in post-its because of how much they use them. I asked what they were using them for. She said everything from calling patient’s back to making a reminder to run someone’s credit card, and so on. I asked her why they aren’t using the patient notes in DentiMax, "None of my co-worker’s told me about that", she said . Today my hope is to […]
June 24, 2019
What’s a dental office without a schedule? In the dental industry, we live and die by the clock. How long a patient has been waiting? Where can we fit in an emergency? How long do we need for this procedure/appointment? when is lunch time? Profitable scheduling is crucial to the success of a dental practice. Tips for Profitable Scheduling Template Your Schedule for Every Open Day Templating your schedule is akin to having a balanced diet. NO ONE wants to do crown deliveries or multiple Try-in visits all day. Having […]
April 15, 2019
This year, I was able to witness a new trend in the Midwinter Meeting in Chicago and the Yankee Dental Congress in Boston when it comes to digital intraoral sensors. Nearly every digital sensor vendor was talking about the same thing. To my surprise, it wasn’t the price or the image quality that everyone was buzzing about. It was the warranties that came with the sensors! I noticed that there are many sensor manufacturers and resellers who are changing the verbiage associated with their warranty. Some of the verbiage I […]
April 8, 2019
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April 3, 2019
Trying to decide between cloud based dental software or on-premise software? Here, we list some things to consider for your practice. Things to Consider Between On-Premise and Cloud Based Software Here are the five things to think about when selecting what type of software makes sense for your dental office. Internet and Networking When installing new software and operating it between computers, you will need some network configuration. If you want it to run on a local, private network, then an on-premise solution is a great option. Because of this […]
April 1, 2019
In this next post, I want to answer a question many new dentists ask: How much does it cost to start a new dental practice? And for seasoned dentists: How can I save money on my dental practice? Here are my best tips to save money when ordering dental supplies. Read Time | 4 Minutes My Background in Starting Dental Offices and Where to Minimize Debt I successfully started two dental offices. And I’m not a dentist. If I could start and run profitable dental offices, pay dentists, then any […]
