Digital Doc at Dentsply Sirona World 2021

Dentsply Sirona World 2021

Digital Doc at Dentsply Sirona World 2021

Dentsply Sirona World 2021

This year we’re happy to be attending the Dentsply Sirona live event in Las Vegas, Nevada. Three days of incredible speakers, informative CE sessions, and innovative technologies. This DS event will be online and in-person this year. Don’t forget to stop by our Digital Doc booth to check out all of ourĀ advanced dental technology. In this article, we share a little more about the Dentsply Sirona World 2021 event. We hope to see you there on September 23 -25th!Ā 

Why Attend Dentsply Sirona World Event

The DS event is something that everyone in the dental industry looks forward to every year. This event is unmatched and is a true celebration of all things dentistry. No matter what your position in the dental field, we encourage you to attend! Dentists, specialists, dental hygienists/technicians, industry experts, office managers, and more! Join the thousands of dentists at the Dentsply Sirona World event if you’re looking for growth in your dental practice.

Digital Doc Offers

Our Digital Doc team loves to attend dental events across the country. Dentsply is easily one of our favorites. You can find some of our team attending this year’s event! Be sure to stop by our booth and test out our new BlÅ« Dental Sensor among some of our otherĀ dental products.Ā 

We currently have two special offers going on right now. Attendees may receive a special offer. Follow us onĀ InstagramĀ andĀ FacebookĀ to stay up to date with our latest news!

  1. Trade-in any dental sensor and receive $1,000 off your purchase of Blū Intraoral Sensor.
  2. Purchase 2Ā X80 Intraoral CamerasĀ and receiveĀ LÅ«M TransilluminationĀ for FREE.

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We hope to see you at this year’sĀ DS World eventĀ in Las Vegas! Contact Digital Doc today for more information regarding our dental products.

Digital Doc 2021 Q3 Special

Digital Doc 2021 Q3 Special

Digital Doc 2021 Q3 Special

Digital Doc 2021 Q3 Specials: Blū & IRIS X80

Our Digital Doc team is excited to announce our 2021 Q3 Specials! This quarter, we will be offering not one, but two specials for doctors who are interested in purchasing the Blū Intraoral Sensor or IRIS X80 Intraoral camera. In this article, we discuss our Digital Doc 2021 Q3 specials and why you should take advantage of them.

Blū Dental Sensor

Our newest product, BlÅ« Intraoral Dental Sensor, comes in two sizes. You may purchase the 1.0, for children or 2.0 for adults. Having two sizes ensures patient comfort. One of the biggest reasons why doctors love BlÅ« is because of its crystal clear imagery and compatibility. BlÅ« is compatible with over 25 different softwares.Ā 

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2021 Q3 Special: Trade in any x-ray sensor and receive $1,000 off the purchase of BlÅ«.Ā 

IRIS X80 Intraoral Camera

The IRIS X80 Autofocus Intraoral Camera is the market’s best intraoral camera. For the ninth year in a row, Dental Advisor awarded the X80 as the 2021 Top Award for Intraoral Camera. The X80 automatically adjusts and focuses from micro to infinity. Its plug-and-play characteristics make it simple to use. It has a resolution of 1080p and twin capture buttons.

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2021 Q3 Special: Buy 2 IRIS X80 Intraoral Cameras and receive the LÅ«M Transillumination device for FREE.

Why Digital Doc

At Digital Doc, all of our advanced dental technology is made right here in the USA. We custom design every product with the doctor in mind. Furthermore, we always do our best to achieve optimal patient comfort as well as practice efficiency. Our goal is to make both you and your dental hygienistsā€™ jobs easier. Practices that invest in quality dental technology are more likely to see an increase in ROI.Ā 

Schedule a Virtual Demo

Not sure if Digital Doc products will work in your dental practice? Schedule a virtual demo with one of our Digital Doc representatives. We will walk you through our products and answer any questions or concerns you may have. The best part is that itā€™s completely free! Follow Digital Doc on Instagram and Facebook to keep up with our latest announcements.

Effective Principles of Practice Management

Effective Principles for Practice Management

Effective Principles for Practice Management

The Most Effective Principles for Dental Practice Management

Is it possible to have a multi-million-dollar dental practice? The short answer is yes. If you are a business owner, you know how difficult it can be to become this successful. Keep in mind that every successful dental practice, big or small, started somewhere. So, how do you achieve this? Consistently follow theseĀ effective principles for practice management.Ā 

Invest in Quality Dental Practices

Now we live in a high-tech world. Therefore, patients expectĀ advanced dental technologyĀ at their dentist’s office. One of the biggest ways you can increase revenue in your practice is by putting a qualityĀ intraoral cameraĀ in every operatory. Hygiene should be using this device on every patient. They should be showing patients the pictures captured with the dental camera. This will allow patients to physically see the problem instead of having to trust your judgment to start treatment. With Digital Doc technology, you and your patients are able toĀ see more, do more.Ā 

Make Your Office Beautiful & Professional

There is nothing more appealing to potential clients than a dentist’s office that is both professional and aesthetically built. Patients love to see businesses go above and beyond. Our friend Dr. Wade, aĀ dentist in Pinellas Park, FL, is a great example of a dental office that is both fun and inviting for all ages. Their office is beautifully made to match their branding. An office like this will get more referrals than an average office.Ā 

Create a Dream Team

Practice owners should polish their leadership abilities and spend time finding the ideal match for each position because an effective team goes a long way toward advancing their dental practices’ success. Training, mentoring and coaching your employees will help them develop a personal stake in your practice.

Other things that will help include developing a vision statement and goals, empowering your team members by distributing responsibility, investing in career development, conducting frequent evaluations, hosting team activities, and other events designed to inspire cooperation. It may take a while for you to find your dream team, but there are plenty of resources online for hiring new employees.

Enhance the Patient ExperienceĀ 

In addition to a professional-looking office, outstanding customer service that wows new patients will go a long way toward increasing recurring business. Prepare a script for new patients that shows them how important they are to you, beginning with a warm welcome that eases their fears and ending with a comprehensive oral health examination and treatment plan. Many dentists today are recording welcome videos and post-op videos explaining expectations for treatment.Ā 

Incorporate Problem-Solving TechniquesĀ 

Effective problem-solving techniques should be staples in the arsenal of any practice owner. Keep facts in mind at all times. If you can locate someone to help you solve a problem, do so ā€“ but keep your budget in mind. Take the appropriate precautions to avoid a recurrence of the condition. Once you’ve solved it, don’t think about it again. Our Digital Doc team is happy to assist you in your journey to success. We’re happy to schedule a virtual demonstration to discuss how ourĀ dental productsĀ can help you increase revenue.Ā Contact Digital DocĀ today!

Tips for Running a Successful Dental Practice

How to Increase Profit In Your Dental Practice

Tips for Running A Successful Dental Practice

Best Tips for Running A Successful Dental Practice in 2021

Patient retention rates are affected by how you run your dental office. As you know, running a dental practice is not easy, especially if itā€™s your new at it. Even the best dentist may have trouble running a successful practice. The way you run your practice will influence your patientsā€™ experience, therefore affecting your ROI. Our Digital Doc team has worked with thousands of dentists worldwide. Below are a few tips for running a successful dental practice.

What Distinguishes Your Dental Practice?

Itā€™s obvious that there are dental practices everywhere. So, what sets you apart from all of the rest? It can be difficult to show prospects why they should become an established patient. A few things that could help you stand out are identifying what matters most to them. Patients these days want to go to a dentist who has a beautiful office, friendly staff, advanced dental technology, and a great reputation. Itā€™s not just about the service you provide, but how you make themĀ feel. Weā€™ve seen more and more dental offices putting effort into making an aesthetically pleasing office. Make your office fun, warm, and inviting.Ā 

Office Culture

As we mentioned before, thereā€™s a lot more that goes into creating the perfect experience for your patients. If youā€™re struggling to run a successful dental practice, dive a little deeper into office culture. The environment of your office will directly affect your patients. If something is off between team members, they will notice. Consider doing daily and weekly team meetings, team bonding, or offering incentives. Talk it through with your team and find out what theyā€™d like to change. Happier employees will help your office culture!

Expand Services & Dental Technology

When it comes time to expand your patient base, consider how you may improve value. Many dental offices today are investing inĀ advanced dental technology. Dental products such as intraoral cameras, dental sensors, and portable x-rays show patients that their oral health is valued. Additionally, completing continuing education credits will show patients that you are staying on top of the latest dental practices. Be sure to utilize your marketing to showcase your new certifications.

Flexible Financial Options

Now more than ever, patients do not have dental insurance. Many dental practices offer new patient specials or financial options. If you are not offering this to your patients, you could be losing out on new leads. Aside from insurance, accessible financial alternatives include debit, credit, personal check, and cash, as well as customized financing to guarantee that personal financial situations do not interfere with oral health care selections.

Get More Patients Referrals

Nothing beats a word-of-mouth reference when it comes to expanding your patient base. A trustworthy referral from a friend, family member, colleague, or even the internet may be the only reason a patient picks your dental clinic over another. Our friends Dr. Cody Boals and Dr. Alexa Johnson, yourĀ Colorado Springs dentists, love doing monthly giveaways and smile makeovers. They recommend promoting these giveaways on social media. This is another great way to impatient patient referrals.Ā 

Now that you have some tips for running a successful dental practice, you can start working on becoming the best local dentist in your area. For more information on our dental products,Ā contact Digital DocĀ today! You may alsoĀ schedule a free virtual demonstrationĀ with your Digital Doc representative!

Why Dentists Lacking New Dental Technology Are Being Left Behind

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Why Dentists Lacking New Dental Technology Are Being Left Behind

Why Dentists Lacking New Dental Technology Are Being Left Behind in 2021

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We can all agree that technology has changed immensely over the last few years. These changes are constant and rapid, but that doesnā€™t mean everyone is adapting them. In the dental industry, dental practice owners have to be innovative if they want to stay relevant. In this article, we discuss why dentists lacking new dental technology are being left behind in 2021.Ā 

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Communicate Effectively With Your Patients

One very good way to effectively communicate with your customers is through intraoral cameras. Digital Docā€™s intraoral cameras provide excellent imagery. Through these crystal clear images, patients can get a better understanding of their oral health. Thus it is as beneficial for the dentist as it is for the patient. The latest technology in intraoral cameras is the IRIS X80 Liquid Lens Auto-Focus by Digital Doc. This camera provides the highest quality available in the market. The main advantage of using the IRIS X80 is that it is plug and play ready, has liquid lens autofocus, and an extremely sturdy frame. Today, customers appreciate photography more than ever before. Using Digital Docā€™s intraoral cameras allows you to show patients whatā€™s going on with their mouths clearly. Upgrading your dental technology is certainly worth the return.

Other Ways You Can Communicate With Your Patients

How you can effectively communicate with patients:

  • Explain the advanced dental technology: Not every patient will be receptive to the use of new technology. So it is better to explain detail how technology can improve their treatment and describe step by step how it works.
  • Partner in decision making: Instead of telling your patient what needs to be done, try to get them to participate in decision making. You can explain the pros and cons of treatment options. Patients will appreciate being involved, and it also gives them a sense of control.
  • Social media: Social media is a perfect platform to educate your patients. Social platforms give you the freedom to display what you have to say in great detail through pictures and videos. Also, you can reach a bigger audience on social media.

Why You Should Upgrade Your Dental Technology

It can be hard to keep up with all the latest technology. A good amount of dentistryā€™s older generation is missing out on amazing opportunities to grow their dental practice and patient base. Simple dental technology updates like switching to the IRIS X80 intraoral camera can drastically change the efficiency of running your practice. Intraoral cameras allow you to SEE MORE and DO MORE! Today, the majority of patients will choose a more modern dental office over a traditional dental office. Donā€™t worry, itā€™s not too late to upgrade your dental equipment. If youā€™re a dentist lacking new dental technology, contact us at Digital Doc, and we will schedule a virtual demo!

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in October 2019 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.Ā 



How Can a Digital Doc Camera Boost My Practice?

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How Can Digi Doc Boost My Practice?

How Can a Digital Doc Camera Boost My Practice in 2021

For over 20 years, Digital Doc has been making the best intraoral cameras in the industry. Our high-quality dental cameras are enabling dental offices to See More, Do More for their patients. Patients who choose Digital Doc will see a 10% increase in revenue with a camera per provider following our 12 images in 2 minutes protocol. Cathy Jameson recently told Brett Wilson, President of Digital Doc, that she has tracked revenue increase for 30 years and offices using cameras as described above see an average of 30% increase in revenue. This boost to dental offices is made possible by our digital cameras in several ways. So, you may be asking yourself, how can a Digital Doc camera boost my practice? Find out below.Ā 

Digital Doc Cameras Have High Image Quality

We live in an HD world today, agree?Ā  When you watch a football game can you tell if the game is standard definition or high definition? At Digital Doc, we know that the quality and accuracy of diagnosis in the dental field, and all fields of medicine, highly depends on the quality of the diagnostic images a doctor reviews. Our IRIS X80 Intraoral Camera takes intraoral images to a whole new level of quality.

The crystal clear images that clinicians can access using our dental cameras are second to none. They not only enable the doctor to see more, do more, but they also give the patient the perspective of the doctor. So, the gravity of a dental problem is clearly appreciated, and the urgency for treatment stands out clearly. The X80 offers a wide variety of benefits. Some benefits include the autofocus camera, and plug and play use, and dual capture buttons.Ā 

This means that with a Digital Doc camera in your dental office, diagnosis, and getting patients to accept treatment will get a whole lot easier.

Ease of Use

Many dental practices have equipment that remains unused simply because the dental assistants and other staff members find that equipment difficult to use.

At Digital Doc, we look at and rely on two approaches to making sure that our intraoral cameras will be welcomed and used by dental offices.

First, we include our 12-in-2 training that dental offices get when they acquire our cameras. We even provide virtual demonstrations of how our cameras can be used so that every member of the team can have a chance to learn how to get the best from these best-in-class HD intraoral cameras.

Secondly, we devote a lot of time, personnel, and other resources to continuously improving the ease of use of our dental cameras. Some of the results of our efforts in this direction are seen in the IRIS X80 Camera. The X80 comes with the autofocus capabilities mentioned earlier, dual capture buttons that allow left-handed and right-handed clinicians to use their preferred hand to capture images, and many other carefully selected features.

The work at your dental office will, therefore, be greatly eased if you partner with us as your provider of digital dental technology, such as intraoral cameras.

Unparalleled Support from Our Digital Doc Team

We donā€™t stop at selling you our equipment and then leaving you to figure out how to use them. At Digital Doc, we know that transitioning to new dental technology often comes with a steep learning curve, and staff members will adapt at different rates.

This isnā€™t a journey you should walk alone. We stand by you through the journey so that you can get timely help in dealing with any issues that could arise. After all, we know our equipment better than anyone else, so we make our expertise available by phone or email.

Thereā€™s no need to worry when you have the support of the entire Digital Doc team. For troubleshooting or other questions, please contact the Digital Doc Support team.

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Deepening Interactions with Patients

Dental offices thrive based on the kinds of relationships they have with their patients. These relationships are harder to cultivate and maintain today in a metrics-driven era of dentistry, and medicine in general.

AnĀ intraoral camera from Digital DocĀ is just what your dental office needs to create and deepen your interactions with patients. For example, once the images are captured, they can be displayed in real-time on a large screen within the operatory. As those different images come up, the clinician can explain each image to the patient and identify key areas of the image that point to a certain diagnosis and the needed treatment for that condition seen.

Many times, those images alone are enough to put the patient in the driverā€™s seat in terms of appreciating how urgent treatment is. Your interaction with the patient enables that patient to be satisfied with the services that are available at your dental office, and with high patient satisfaction rates comes more revenue from patient loyalty and referrals of other patients by the existing ones.

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By now, you should understand why so many dental offices are benefiting from the dental technology atĀ Digital Doc. What now remains is for you to make your needs known to us so that we can recommend the best way to add these cutting-edge devices to your office in a cost-effective way. Follow us onĀ FacebookĀ andĀ InstagramĀ to keep up with the latest news.Ā 

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Editor’s note: This post was originally published in November 2019 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

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Digital Doc Q2 Rebate 2021

Digital Doc Q2 Rebate

Dental Technology Rebates

Digital Doc Q2 Rebate 2021

Finding advanced dental technology that is made to last can be quite difficult. Digital Doc has been an industry leader in dental technology for over 20 years. We are proud to be a family-owned and operated business. All of ourĀ dental productsĀ are designed and manufactured here in the United States. Itā€™s always been our mission to create products that are dentists and team members love. We always keep quality and ease of use in mind.Ā For 2021 Q2, Digital Doc is offering an incredible $500Ā cashĀ rebate for those who purchase the following products.Ā Exclusions apply.Ā In this article, we share a little bit about our dental technology.Ā 

About Digital Doc 2021 Q2 Rebate

As mentioned above, Digital Doc is offering a $400 CASH rebate with the purchase of select Digital Doc products: XTG, BlÅ«, X80, LuM. There is no quantity limit with this offer. The offer is valid for purchases made from April 1, 2021, through June 30, 2021. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions. An invoice copy listing serial numbers of all qualifying products must be included as proof of purchase. Please allow 406 weeks to receive your rebate.Ā 

Digital Doc Q2 Rebate

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IRIS X80 Dental Camera

The IRIS X80 Autofocus Intraoral Camera is the #1 intraoral camera on the market. In fact, the X80 was namedĀ 2021 Top Award for Intraoral CameraĀ byĀ Dental AdvisorĀ for the 9th year in a row. The X80 adjusts and automatically focuses from micro to infinity. Plug and play capabilities make it easy to use. It has a 1080p resolution with dual capture buttons.

XTG Handheld X-Ray

Dentists love the XTG Handheld X-ray device because itā€™s portable! Youā€™ll never have to move patients into another operatory for dental x-rays again. Additionally, the XTG x-ray device is safe, fast, and efficient. It comes with a rechargeable battery and shoulder strap.Ā 

Blū Intraoral Sensor

The BlÅ« intraoral sensor is our newest product. There are two sizes, all of which provide crystal clear imagery. Dentists use BlÅ« as their second set of eyes during patient diagnosis. Patients love that itā€™s comfortable. Itā€™s also supported by over 25 different software suites. BlÅ« is easy to integrate into your dental practice.Ā 

LuM Transillumination

Doctors everywhere are using the sub-enamel illumination device to enhance their detection power capabilities. Its compact and sleek design provides instant results. How does the LuM work? It applies a high-intensity light source to the tooth with unique positioning so that light is traveling directly to the tooth. Youā€™ll be able to see fractures or leaking amalgam like never before.Ā 

Contact Digital DocĀ 

Receive $500 cash with the purchase of any of the above products. Donā€™t miss out on this incredible 2021 Q2 rebate. To learn more about this offer, contact Digital Doc today. If youā€™ve recently purchased our advanced dental technology,Ā apply here for a rebate.

5 Key Challenges Dental Workflows Face

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Challenges Dental Workflows Face

5 Key Challenges Dental Workflows Face 2021

Creating the perfect workflow while growing your dental practice can be difficult for any practice owner. As the #1 intraoral camera for dentists, we know that these challenges have solutions. This article discusses key challenges dental workflows face and the solutions many practice owners have implemented.

Challenge #1: Lack of Awareness About All Equipment Features

Think about your smartphone for a moment. Are you aware that you hardly ever use half of the features of that smartphone? You may be using just a few features of your smartphone simply because you arenā€™t even aware that the other features exist.

Similarly, some of the headaches that you may be having at your dental office may have solutions sitting quietly in the equipment that you already have. For instance, your staff may be taking too long to troubleshoot your XTG Handheld X-Ray. Most of that time would have been saved if those employees simply accessed the self-diagnostic control panel of the equipment.

How can this challenge be fixed? Devote some time each week (an hour or so, for example) to reviewing the technology and understanding t how to get the best out of that you already have. Digital Doc provides additional training videos for their products, so you and your staff can easily learn how to operate an XTG Handheld X-Ray. The interactions that take place during those sessions will be useful in bringing inexperienced staff up to speed about many of the features that they never knew existed. If youā€™re still having trouble, contact us at Digital Doc.

Challenge #2: Failure to Improve Due to Satisfaction With the Status Quo

Another challenge to the workflow in a dental practice is the complacency that comes from knowing that you have been doing things a certain way and nothing has gone wrong, so why change?

The problem with such a mentality is that you miss out on easier ways to get work done, and your patients eventually start moving to other dental practices that have kept with the times.

For example, your staff could be taking longer to take dental impressions using the traditional way, and yet digital dental impressions using an intraoral scanner take just a fraction of the time and require fewer materials. Similarly, you may be missing out on the massive benefits of having the IRIS HD USB 3.0 Dental Camera, such as beaming the captured images on a screen so that patients can see the problems they have. The traditional way of taking intraoral dental images doesnā€™t provide such aid to case acceptance.

It is therefore wise for you to spend some time studying the trends in dentistry and the evolving technology so that you can draw up a plan to continuously upgrade your equipment and methods to stay relevant in the evolving field.

Challenge #3: Thinking That New Technology Is Too ExpensiveĀ 

It is true that new technology can be pricy and one needs to plan carefully before making an acquisition. However, the price tag of new equipment should not be a reason for you to stay with outdated equipment, says our friend Dr. Josh Eastham, a dentist in Grand Junction. Why? Because the quality of patient care that you offer will suffer and the dental practice may stagnate or even regress.

A better approach to take is to design a comprehensive plan detailing how and when you will upgrade different pieces of equipment. You can also talk to suppliers about financing options so that your practice isnā€™t left behind as dentistry goes hi-tech. In this way, you will effortlessly acquire sub-enamel illumination tools like LUM, the best intraoral cameras like the X80 intraoral camera, and many other pieces of digital dentistry equipment.

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Challenge #4: Thinking You Donā€™t Have Time to Implement Changes

One of the easiest ways to be left behind is by getting so busy that you no longer have time to study what changes are happening in your industry. Your productivity will eventually suffer because you will be stuck in the old way of doing things when better technology is now available to ease that work.

For example, shuffling patients to and from your radiology room where traditional x-ray equipment is installed can limit how many patients you can attend to in one day, and yet the XTG Handheld X-Ray from Digital Doc can allow you to take x-rays within the operatory, thereby saving a lot of time and other resources.

It is therefore recommended that you take some time to stay informed about the changes happening in the dental field and set aside time to implement any needed changes.

Challenge #5: Your Staff Are Reluctant to Change

Human beings are creatures of habit, so it is normal to experience some resistance when change is required. The best way to bring everyone on board when changes are being made is by involving them in the processes that result in that change.

For example, show your staff how the new IRIS intraoral camera will make it easier for them to update patient files digitally instead of the old way that was manual and tedious. You can also ask the supplier of the new equipment to train your staff. In this way, the reluctance to embrace change will gradually melt away.

As you can see, it can be easy to address a problem once you identify it and set your mind to fix that problem. Work with the right partners so that the workflow at your dental practice is improved in a way that isnā€™t disruptive.Ā 

To learn more about our advanced dental technology, contact Digital Doc support. Weā€™re happy to schedule a virtual demonstration and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in February 2019 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.Ā 

Saving Money Vs. Increasing Revenue in Your Dental Practice

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Saving Money Vs. Increasing Revenue in Your Dental Practice

Difference Between Saving Money Vs. Increasing Revenue
in Your Dental Practice 2021

Many dental practices are trying to stay financially afloat since COVID-19. As business owners and dentists, you may be asking yourself better – saving money vs. increasing revenue in your dental practice. Weā€™ve seen dental practice owners try to save by buying the cheapest dental equipment possible, hiring affordable staff, and overall cutting costs. While saving may have its merits, it doesnā€™t augur well for long-term success.Ā 

A more sustainable and empowering approach is to increase the revenue of your dental practice. This mentality puts you in the driving seat and the limits of how much revenue can come to your practice. Itā€™ll depend entirely on how much effort you are willing to invest in growing the revenue. For purposes of this discussion, let us just consider three methods that you can take to increase revenue in your dental practice.

Acquire Appropriate Dental Technology

Always keep track of the various dental practice metrics so that you can set necessary goals and strategies. Some of the metrics worth tracking include the case acceptance rate, the new patient rate, the average production (in monetary terms) per dentist per hour, and so many others.

Each of those metrics is important in its own way. For example, the case acceptance rate helps you know whether your patients accept the recommended dental treatment. If you have a decent case acceptance rate, your staff and equipment can be put to good use. A rate lower than 60 percent is cause for concern because your practice may never operate at full capacity or even grow.

Similarly, the new patient rate is equally important. As you may know, patients may stop going to your dental office for various reasons. New patients should come in at a higher rate than the rate at which you are losing patients.

When you analyze those metrics, you will need to access where you are now and where you want to take the dental practice. Acquiring new dental technology, such as the Digi Doc hand-held x-ray, the LUM sub-enamel illumination device, and an IRIS X80 Intraoral Dental Camera, can play an instrumental role in increasing dental practice revenue.

Digital Docā€™s advanced dental technology can make it possible for you to SHOW patients how serious their dental issues are, and this, in turn, will increase your practiceā€™s case acceptance rate. With better case acceptance comes more revenue to your dental practice.

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Invest in Quality Staff in Your practice

Hiring the best staff is also a good way to increase the revenue of your dental practice. Quality staff will connect with your patients and increase patient satisfaction levels. As you know, a satisfied patient is the best marketing tool you can ever have, so patient referrals and patient retention rates will increase.

Quality staff is usually more receptive to new technology, so they will explain to patients why the XTG X-ray Device is superior to the traditional x-ray equipment, and the proper use of the LUM device will catch cavities early so that appropriate treatment can be administered. All these results of having quality staff will improve the bottom line.

Step Up Your Marketing Efforts

What do most businesses do during hard times? They cut their marketing budget. This is counterproductive because marketing efforts can help turn things around. Similarly, in good times, additional marketing can help your business to maximize its revenue. So, this isnā€™t the time to ease up on your marketing efforts either.

Marketing is another method that you can use to increase the revenue of your dental practice. Just acquired an XTG Handheld X-ray for your practice? Highlight its benefits to patients in your marketing literature so that more patients can be attracted to your cutting-edge dental practice.

Proper marketing can draw more patients through your doors. Once theyā€™re at your office, itā€™s up to you and your staff to provide excellent care and services. If things are done well, those new patients will stay, accept more procedures, and recommend you to their circle.

As you can see, trying to save yourself to financial success isnā€™t as sustainable as seeking ways to increase revenue. There is no limit to how far you can grow if you decide to increase the revenue in your dental practice. Just analyze your practice, decide where thereā€™s room for improvement, and then find ways to increase the performance of the dental office in that area. The money will follow your effort.

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in June 2019 and has been completely revamped and updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness.

XTG Training with Casie Taylor

XTG Training Casie Taylor

XTG Training with Casie Taylor

Team XTG Training with Casie Taylor

XTG Training with Casie Taylor

Digital Docā€™sĀ XTG Handheld X-ray DeviceĀ is one of our most popularĀ Digital Doc products. Doctors love that the device is portable and easy to use. Hygienists no longer have to move patients from the dental chair to take x-rays. Additionally, the device has lower radiation exposure and comes with rechargeable batteries. To learn more about the XTG x-ray device, please schedule a virtual demonstration with our team. Below is a brief explanation of XTG training with Casie Taylor.Ā 

Operating the Portable X-Ray Device

To turn on your device, hold down the button with a circle with the dot located on the top of the device. Note that the device will not turn on if you simply tap the button. Youā€™ll notice that the screen lights up blue once the device is on.Ā 

Preset Setting Options

The ā€œSā€ button directly across the screen will go between the different preset options. If you want to change the settings, press down on this button. On the bottom of the screen, youā€™ll notice that an ā€œSā€ begins to flash. You can adjust the numbers with the up and down arrows. Once youā€™ve adjusted the settings, hold down the ā€œSā€ again to save the changes. Itā€™ll then say ā€œReady,ā€ and youā€™re good to go!

When using sensors on adult patients, we recommend starting at about 0.28. For pedo patients, we recommend going lower than that. Itā€™s completely up to the doctor on what settings you choose. Some doctors will have one setting for all patients. Casie usually starts with the lower settings and works her way up. In the XTG Training video, she shows us that she starts at 0.20, 0.28, 0.30, 0.35, 0.40, 0.15 si. Some people do set it depending on the icon and the teeth theyā€™re capturing of. The icons just change your exposure time.Ā 

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XTG Training Casie Taylor

Taking X-Rays

When taking your x-rays, we recommend wearing the device with its strap. Put the strap over your shoulder as if you were wearing a guitar or purse. Having it hang over your right hip gives team members the ability to use their hands as they please without it getting in the way.Ā 

Exposing Your X-RayĀ 

To expose your x-ray device, hold the device as if you were using a camera. You can find the exposure button on the right side. Use your pointer finger to click once, and then click and hold the button through the beeping noises. Afterward, your x-rays are complete! Make sure not to let go before the beeps have stopped. Itā€™ll say ā€œReadyā€ on the screen when the device is ready for the next x-ray.Ā 

SafetyĀ 

Safety Youā€™ll want to stay as close behind the shield as possible. The shield protects you from backscatter radiation. Itā€™s okay to ask the patient to move their heads or turn towards you when taking x-rays. Protecting the operator from radiation exposure is very important.Ā 

Lastly, we recommend wiping the device down with your dirty gloves as soon as youā€™re done with the device. Once youā€™ve wiped down the device, you can take the device off your shoulder. This will help avoid cross-contamination of not having to grab the strap. Questions?Ā Contact Digital Doc!Ā Our team is happy to help. Follow us onĀ FacebookĀ orĀ InstagramĀ to stay updated on our latest offers.