The Power of Dentistry
Most people who choose a medical profession as a career do so because they are drawn to the idea of helping people. In my case, I wanted to help people with their oral health....
Simply the Best
At Arrowhead Dental Laboratory, our passion is helping dentists become better and more productive. We want all dental practices to succeed and thrive. Success isn’t limited to a dollar amount; we want dentists to...
IPS e.max ZirCAD Prime
Dentists have been increasingly requesting zirconia as an alternative to porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM) restorations, and more recently to glass ceramic restorations as well. In particular, for more than 15 years, zirconia has been used for...
Who’s The Doctor, Doctor?
When I first heard Dr. Dick Barnes speak many years ago, I remember him saying the phrase, “Who’s the doctor, doctor?” At that time, I did not truly understand the concepts of diagnosis and...
The Unfinished Dentist
Ask, "What Kind of Dentist Do I Want to Be?"
I am often asked what the difference is between dentists who are productive and profitable compared to those who seem to struggle. My answer is...
To Join or Not To Join?
What to Do When Considering Participation with a PPO.
About 15 years ago, our practice, Nankin Dental Associates, in Quincy, MA, participated in a number of PPO programs. As most readers are aware, preferred provider...
Finding the Money, Part 2
Helping Patients Pay for Dental Treatment.
In the November 2018 issue of Aesthetic Dentistry magazine, Tawana Coleman, the Total Team Training instructor for more than 20 years, wrote Part 1 of this article. Below, Hernan...
Pitfalls Can Happen
10 Ways to Avoid Pitfalls in Full Mouth Reconstructions.
When attempting a full mouth or full arch reconstruction (FAR), mishaps can happen. To improve as practitioners, dentists should learn to recognize any pitfalls before they...
The Road to Success
From Dental School to an Expanding Practice in Five Years.
In 2014, I graduated from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in Columbus, OH. Today, about five years later, I own a dental practice...
Slowing Down to Speed Up
Taking the Time to Get Things Right on a Smile Makeover.
I first met Daniel in December 2017. His wife had been a patient in our practice for eight years, but we hadn’t treated Daniel....
