Emotional dentistry understands that a smile comes from the soul, and not just from the mouth. This technique uses technology to build an overall positive patient experience. There are many benefits to investing in advanced technology to facilitate emotional dentistry. Using visual communication helps improve the way practices present treatment. Interdisciplinary 3D simulations, intraoral...
According to a new study from McGill University, researchers found that those with periodontitis, also known as gum disease, were more likely to suffer from COVID-19 complications. Read the whole story from CTV News here: https://bit.ly/3dWIWHm It’s more imperative than ever to advise patients to maintain a good oral hygiene routine for their overall health! Remind...
It’s hard to believe we’ve just passed the 12-month anniversary of the initial Covid-19 lockdowns. The public health mandated changes to our IPAC systems since the re-opening of dentistry in Spring 2020 have been massive. Dentistry has responded and met the challenge with amazing success, but vigilance as we enter our second year under Covid...
In the spring of 2020 when dentistry returned to work after Covid19 lockdown, dental hygiene schedules were filled and productive getting caught up on back log of patients. The public actually missed the dental office and thanks to the media and practice communication they were receptive to returning to dental care and were much more...
Working in times of uncertainty invites challenges which can be viewed as problems or opportunities. Our perspective is solely dependent on our mindset. Our mindset is unique to us and governs the way we respond to things we can and cannot control. The good news is that we have the freedom to make a conscious...
Tuesday greetings to our Transitions Family Members! Tuesdays with Transitions has been on the sidelines for awhile. Since our last Tuesday with Transitions release, we’ve been busy helping dentistry navigate the myriad changes to the profession. In the process, there have been significant wins. Foremost is dentistry’s evolution into a recognized Essential Service. Dentistry’s resilience...
Hello colleague, The decision to stay open or close down has or is being mulled around in the mind of every business owner and entrepreneur in Canada. This has marked a historical event where the dental community is being asked to do their part in stopping spread of this virus by being told to cease...
The spread of the COVID-19 has been the dominating the news and it is important for practice owners and teams to prepare to respond as it continues to develop both in Canada and globally. Here are ways you can take steps to protect your team, your patients and your community. How you can protect your...
Job descriptions are extremely useful, yet frequently overlooked employment documents. They provide value in many situations face, including hiring, team member training and performance management, setting and achieving practice goals, and determining appropriate compensation for team members. Avoid hiring mistakes The hiring process is a great time to update your existing job descriptions, or in...
Want to get a tangible idea of your practice’s performance-and what you could be doing better? It all starts with keeping score. The desire to compare one product or service against another has probably always been a part of human nature. In recent years, abetted by the spread of social media and comment sites online,...
