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The Value of Dentistry in a Consumer-Driven World
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The Value of Dentistry in a Consumer-Driven World

What can dentists do when patients say they can't afford dentistry - but they can afford gourmet coffee every day?

| 8 years ago
A Story of Hall-of-Fame Teamwork

A Story of Hall-of-Fame Teamwork

It takes teamwork to make amazing things happen - whether it's a complex space mission or your creating a successful dental practice.

| 8 years ago
Another Look at Creating New Points of Reference in Dentistry

Another Look at Creating New Points of Reference in Dentistry

We dig deeper into the concept of creating a new point of reference for dental patients when it comes to dentistry.

| 8 years ago
A New Point of Reference for What Dentistry is All About
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A New Point of Reference for What Dentistry is All About

It's time to reset patients' point of reference on dentistry. Here's why.

| 8 years ago
A Mother’s Day Lesson on Perspective
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A Mother’s Day Lesson on Perspective

This year, I celebrated Mother's Day with my mom a little early. And it wasn't just one day, either – my mother was out here for a two-week visit....

| 8 years ago
Are You Creating an Environment for Champions?

Are You Creating an Environment for Champions?

How do you get your team excited for your dental practice's possibilities? You show them how to be champions.

| 8 years ago
Why Dental Patients Say No

Why Dental Patients Say No

We conducted research into what stops a patient from accepting treatment and created a tool to help dentists show them why they should say, 'Yes.'

| 8 years ago
How to Lead a Complex Interdisciplinary Case

How to Lead a Complex Interdisciplinary Case

Learn how to strengthen and grow not only your patient relationships but your referral relationships through these communication tips.

| 8 years ago
A Formula for Living the Life of Your Dreams

A Formula for Living the Life of Your Dreams

Have you ever thought, 'I'd like to do that; however ...' Here's how you can get past the 'however.'

| 8 years ago
Improving Case Acceptance of Root Canal Therapy

Improving Case Acceptance of Root Canal Therapy

Many patients fear root canals without fully understanding the procedure. Through months of research and development, however, Spear discovered the key...

| 8 years ago
But I Just Want to Be a Dentist!

But I Just Want to Be a Dentist!

The reality of 'just being a dentist' has changed over the years. Here's how to be successful in the new paradigm.

| 8 years ago
Managing the Second Opinion: Part II

Managing the Second Opinion: Part II

When seeing second-opinion patients, communication can seem like a precarious exercise. Using these tips, however, will set you - and the patient - up...

| 8 years ago