The dental industry is expected to continue evolving amid the ongoing hygienist shortage, which could lead to fragmentation with negative effects on patient care. Monica Urda, DDS, founder and CEO of Smile Science Chicago, recently spoke with Becker’s about how…
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The rapport and trust that dentists create with their patients is the key to private practice thriving amidst DSO and private equity consolidation in the industry. That relationship and closeness that cultivates in a private practice setting over decades can…
The dental industry is in for a bumpy ride over the next few years as hiring challenges persist and new trends take hold of the industry. However, opportunities exist for growth and stability. New research shows that while hygiene shortages…
Over the next five years, dental organizations that are adaptable to a changing industry, aligned from top to bottom and effectively embrace technology will rise to the top, according to these leaders. Focusing on the patient experience, investing heavily in…
Finding new and effective uses of technology and AI is one way that dental practices and organizations are becoming more efficient this year. Delivering with tools to make staff members feel more supported and making patients feel comfortable and informed…
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Continued margin compression, outside people trying to get in between dental teams, and insurance companies denying care and delaying payments are a few of the burdens facing dental leaders. Prioritizing alignment, culture and honesty with staff and patients is key…
Private equity’s growing presence in healthcare and dentistry is fueling concerns among providers and patients, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dental Care Alliance, recently spoke with Becker’s about…
There are a few things practice owners and executives should look out for to determine whether new technology is worth investing in. Bryan Shanahan, DDS, of Peak Family Dental Care in Arizona, and Jaime Burks, the senior director of operations…
There’s a shift most dental leaders are feeling right now but not always naming: decisions that used to be fast are now slower, heavier and more deliberate. Patients are asking more questions. They want to understand sequencing, cost exposure and alternatives. Even routine…
The quick evolution of technology will lead to continued innovations in patient care, according to Barry Lyon, DDS. Dr. Lyon, dental director for Main Street Children’s Dentistry and Orthodontics and Dental Care Alliance, recently spoke with Becker’s about his predictions…