by Dr. Mayer Levit For many of us who have been in practice since the 60’s, dentistry has offered us a wonderful lifestyle and the opportunity to be involved with a challenging and respected profession. But times have changed. Our litigious society has forced us to practice defensively — you need a masters degree in […]
A successful dental practice depends on a talented and productive staff. To retain that staff, a dentist must provide a supportive work environment. More than any other variable in a dental practice, a talented and supported staff is a key to a dentist’s success. Dentistry is difficult and demanding, and a dentist who tries to […]
by Dr. Mayer Levitt Let’s examine what appears to be a very successful solo dental practice as we enter the 21st century: The doctor works a four day week – approximately 35 to 36 hours of patient care. The doctor is scheduled four to six weeks ahead. There is a considerable amount of comprehensive and […]
by Michael D. Goldstein, DDS, FAGD (Reprint from Dentistry Today and LVI Visions) After participating in more than forty EndoMagic! Root Camps, I’ve come to appreciate the tremendous benefit and positive impact that efficient and predictable endodontic procedures can have on a practice. In fact, I’ve studied this trend and named it “Endonomics,” and I […]
An issue with which many offices struggle is how to handle sick leave with their staff members? If you’re inclined to offer this benefit (and I’m a fan of offering this benefit to loyal team members), I have a suggestion for a wonderful way to handle it. You may decide to reward your long-term, full-time […]
Last week I had to prepare material to lead team meetings at two of my client offices. Coincidentally, the topic for both meetings was “Delivering Exquisite Customer Service,” one of my favorite subjects. Although there have been countless volumes written on the subject, I’m convinced that there are two main feelings that every office must […]
Thanks for taking the time to read my first official Goldstein Management Blog. I hope that you will enjoy my thoughts about what works and what doesn’t work in the dental office. I look forward to sharing my observations, systems and philosophy about making a happy life both in and out of the office. I […]