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    • Volume 115, Issue 1 (January 2025)

    Katie reflects the dental practice's voice and brand in her interactions with patients at the front desk.
    Jaclyn Nona
    Jan. 28, 2025
    From online to in your chair, your interactions with patients should be consistent and authentic. Then they'll be patients for life.
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    Mariya Filipova
    Jan. 24, 2025
    The operating model of care convergence is not about doing more; it’s about doing things differently. Augmented by technology, dental practices can lead the way in integrating...
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    Holli Perez
    Jan. 23, 2025
    Finding the right person to join the practice takes thought and preparation for a good interview. This includes guiding your team to be part of the interview process.
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    Mark B. Murphy
    Jan. 20, 2025
    It can be tricky to encourage future dentists' entrepreneurial spirit. One of the best ways is by example, by demonstrating your own happiness and satisfaction.
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    Robert Martino, DDS
    Jan. 17, 2025
    Using OraCare products is a win-win-win for dental patients, staff, and practice. This is passive income that can make a huge difference in your bottom line.

    More content from Volume 115, Issue 1 (January 2025)

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    IDSO partnerships are revolutionizing the dental industry, offering dentists a unique opportunity to build generational wealth while retaining control of their practices. Discover...
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    Dentists can treat sleep apnea differently than they have been with oral applicance therapy, not night guards.
    Maria Sokolina, DDS
    Jan. 13, 2025
    Have you been treating sleep apnea the wrong way? Possibly. Find out why oral appliance therapy is better than traditional night guards.
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    Jan. 10, 2025
    Is it possible to be the “best” dentist while attracting patients who value high-quality care? Mastering advanced skills through targeted CE courses is key for dentists aiming...
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    Artificial intelligence is a useful tool for your practice, but it's not without disadvantages and risks. Learn about AI before using it in your business.
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    Community cannot just develop on its own. We must work to identify commonality of thought and attract similar practitioners. Dr. Mustafa Shah-Khan talks to several leaders and...
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    Jan. 7, 2025
    Dreaming of owning a dental practice but worried about student debt? Specialized health-care bankers can help new dentists secure financing, manage cash flow, and create a successful...
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    Occlusion continues to be a forgotten area of dentistry. Dr. Gordon Christensen says it’s time to upgrade your occlusion knowledge and implement more occlusal prevention and treatment...
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    In this month’s Pearls for Your Practice, Dr. Joshua Austin reviews a debonding kit, light-cure adhesive, and an IPR system.
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    Before committing to a DSO partnership, discover how to avoid financial pitfalls and secure your future by understanding the risks of overpromised equity returns and the critical...
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    Some best practices in dentistry could be considered "hidden" because they're not usually measured. However, once identified and managed, they can have a big impact on practice...
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    Stephanie Stephan, DDS, is the January 2025 DE Rising Star!
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    DE Chief Editor Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz shares her thoughts in the January 2025 issue.
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    Learn how to build a highly profitable and fulfilling dental practice by focusing on retention, relationships, and personalized patient experiences—because it's not about how ...