Dr. Kristin F. Yont BHI SMART – Certified Healthcare practitioner, Calgary, Alberta How would you define or summarize your practice philosophy? Providing exceptional care to patients who I truly care for and value. I love connecting with my patients on…
Oral Health is excited to share the results of our annual Data Driven Dentistry survey! After the success of last year’s survey, which focused predominantly on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the dental industry, we have collected data…
Designed to recognize Excellence in Dentistry, the Leaders in Practice awards celebrate dental care professionals who are passionate about providing optimal patient care and making a difference in the lives of Canadians. The public voting period will be opening soon. The shortlist…
The ongoing global pandemic has drastically altered how many industries operate, and the dental industry is no different. Not only has COVID changed safety protocols within the industry and how dentists optimize their processes, but it has also changed how…
You made it – Congratulations! The past two years have been all consuming for dentistry: A constant state of change, endless pivoting and now it seems we are faced with “the great resignation.” Replacing hygienists, assistants and administrative team members…
Professional athletes place as much importance on their rest and recovery as on their performance strategy. Why? Because the time we spend recharging directly impacts our ability to perform and thrive both personally and professionally, as well as cope with…
THE WHY: Owner’s story Dr. Karyna Figarella and Romeo Fermin are the husband and wife team behind BiteCraft Dental. Prior to moving to Canada, they were both practising dentists who owned a dental clinic in Venezuela. Approximately 10 years ago,…
Michelle Podulsky describes the role of an office manager and how important it is for your practice in this episode of Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to…
Angela Mulrooney explores the concept of seeming narcissistic by being present on social media in this episode of Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every…
Do you meet with your office manager on a regular basis? Michelle Podulsky from Unleashing Dentistry shares how important these weekly check-ins can be in this episode of Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to…
Dr. Clare Whitney Co-owner of Downtown Dental, Calgary, Alberta How would you define or summarize your practice philosophy? I enjoy doing dentistry, but I really value forming meaningful connections and relationships with my patients. I aim to deliver clinical excellence…
The Biggest Impact of COVID-19 on Dentistry According to our survey results, the largest impact of the pandemic on dental practices in Canada has been the drop in revenue. However, it has been proven that dentistry is an essential service…
In our profession, there has always been a big push through December leading into the holiday season, which can be both mentally and physically taxing for the entire practice team. This year, the impact of this hectic time was further…
TIP #1: Prepare Years in Advance Begin planning 2 to 5 years before contemplating selling. Why? Because it can take up to 2 years to put your team members on contract. It can also take 2 or more years to…
At the center of a good dental marketing plan is a good website. However, when you expand to multiple locations, a website might not be enough. You may need one for each office. There are several factors to consider when…
THE WHY: Owner’s story Willow Dental is a well-established practice that has been serving dental healthcare to its community for over 50 years. In 2018, its latest owners moved Willow Dental to its most recent location in Mississauga, Ont. Dr.…
Do you remember the classic animated movie, “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” by Dr. Seuss? It’s my favourite Christmas movie. You probably know the premise: an evil monster – The Grinch – steals all the Christmas presents hoping he can…
When was the last time you reassessed your brand? Let Angela Mulrooney explain why you should be performing a brand audit on your practice in this episode of Weekly Wisdom. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to…
In this week’s Weekly Wisdom video, Peter Barry discusses why it’s beneficial to help patients better understand what’s happening in their mouths before offering solutions. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered…
In this week’s Weekly Wisdom video, Michelle Podulsky shares how you can turn your office gripe sessions into productive meetings. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every…
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