Team Management
Addressing the Dental Hygienist Shortage: Exploring Assisted Hygiene Solutions
We’ve all heard the buzz—and many of us have felt the impact: there’s a major shortage of dental hygienists rocking the industry! Just look at the numbers: the Bureau of […]
Posted October 24, 2024
What To Do When Patient Flow Dips in Your Dental Office
In any dental practice, slow periods are inevitable, whether due to seasonal factors, economic conditions, or patient scheduling. How you respond to these lulls can set your practice apart. The […]
Posted October 16, 2024
Forget Perfection — Focus on Progress in Your Dental Practice
In every dental practice, our goal is to build the perfect team. But let’s be real—there’s no such thing as a flawless employee. Instead of chasing perfection, let’s embrace individual […]
Posted September 19, 2024
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Addressing the Dental Hygienist Shortage: Exploring Assisted Hygiene Solutions
We’ve all heard the buzz—and many of us have felt the impact: there’s a major shortage of dental hygienists rocking the industry! Just look at the numbers: the Bureau of […]
Posted October 24, 2024
What To Do When Patient Flow Dips in Your Dental Office
In any dental practice, slow periods are inevitable, whether due to seasonal factors, economic conditions, or patient scheduling. How you respond to these lulls can set your practice apart. The […]
Posted October 16, 2024
Sleep Smart, Smile Bright: The Neuroscience of Rest and Oral Health
In recent years, the link between sleep neuroscience and dental medicine has exploded! As dental pros, it’s crucial to get how sleep affects overall health. By tapping into neuroscience, dental […]
Posted September 26, 2024
Forget Perfection — Focus on Progress in Your Dental Practice
In every dental practice, our goal is to build the perfect team. But let’s be real—there’s no such thing as a flawless employee. Instead of chasing perfection, let’s embrace individual […]
Posted September 19, 2024
Bad Behavior, Bright Solutions: How To Correct Employee Missteps With Success
Got a tricky employee situation? Don’t stress! Tackling tough behavior can actually turn your team into a powerhouse. Not only can you resolve the issue, but you can also strengthen […]
Posted September 05, 2024
When Team Members Want More: Strategies For Managing Salary Increases
In today’s dental practices, team dynamics and employee satisfaction are key to success. When a team member asks for a raise, handling it thoughtfully can benefit both your practice and […]
Posted August 22, 2024
Emergency Ready: The Crucial Role Of ACLS In Modern Dental Care
In the ever-evolving world of dentistry, keeping up with the latest advancements is key to delivering top-notch patient care. One trending continuing education (CE) course making waves is Advanced Cardiac […]
Posted August 15, 2024
From Rivalry To Unity: Encouraging Collaboration In Your Dental Office
In the fast-paced world of dental practices, fostering a culture of collaboration over competition is essential. Teamwork not only boosts efficiency but also enhances patient care and job satisfaction. Let’s […]
Posted August 08, 2024
Empathy In The Workplace: The Secret Sauce For A Thriving Dental Team
Empathy in the workplace isn’t just a buzzword; it’s essential for a thriving dental team. By understanding and supporting your colleagues, you create a harmonious work environment, boost job satisfaction, […]
Posted August 08, 2024
Welcome Aboard! Top Strategies for Successful Dental Office Onboarding
Onboarding new employees is a crucial step for the success and cohesion of your dental practice. By implementing best practices and embracing innovative tools, you can create an engaging onboarding […]
Posted August 01, 2024
Keep Your Team Cool During These Hot Summer Months
Keeping your dental team fired up during the summer can be tough. The lure of vacations and sunny days can easily distract your staff. But don’t worry—here’s how to keep […]
Posted July 11, 2024
Exit Interviews: Why They’re a Big Deal For Dental Employers
Exit interviews — they’re a goldmine of insights for both dental team members and dentists alike. They open the door to improvement and growth that may not be evident in […]
Posted June 13, 2024
Changing the Sails Without Rocking the Boat
How to make adjustments at your practice that won’t upset your staff Shaping a dental practice while retaining the team’s spirit calls for a mix of clear communication, teamwork, and […]
Posted May 23, 2024
8 Steps to Optimize Your Hygienists’ Patient Care and Productivity
The job market is tighter than ever for registered dental hygienists (RDHs). This begs two questions: Here are eight steps to better support your dental hygienists to meet practice production […]
Posted April 11, 2024
What To Do When Your Dental Team Member Quits
When your dental hygienist, dental assistant, or front office team member catches you off guard with a resignation notice, it can send you into a panic because we simply cannot […]
Posted March 14, 2024
Hiring? Avoid Bringing a Toxic Person Into the Workplace
At DentalPost, we frequently hear from job seekers about the less polite and hospitable environments they work in—sometimes “toxic” environments. In DentalPost’s 2024 Salary Survey, large numbers of respondents said […]
Posted February 15, 2024
The Benefits of Setting Performance Goals in Your Practice
As a people-pleasing dental hygienist, the idea of measuring my performance by my practice was initially met with resistance. The thought of being evaluated based on sales or the number […]
Posted December 27, 2023
Emotional Intelligence: The Soft Skill For a High-Performing Dental Team
Scaling and root planing? Check. Periodontal therapy? Check. Xray expertise. Check. Emotional Intelligence? Wait, what? For decades, dental hiring managers have sifted through dental candidates based on their hard skills, […]
Posted December 13, 2023
The Benefits of Appreciation and Ways to Show It
Ask any dental practice owner if they value and appreciate their staff, and the answer would be “yes.” The real question is whether this appreciation reaches the employees and do […]
Posted November 29, 2023
Tactics and Tips for Helping Dental Employees Meet Expectations
In addition to being responsible for managing your direct reports to meet the business’s goals, you also care about them as individuals. Because you care, managing employees to meet expectations […]
Posted November 16, 2023
7 Tips to Get More From Your Dental Temp Hire
With dental teams already stretched to the limit, dental temps are more in demand than ever, given less predictable patient loads, holiday schedules, the usual PTO requests, and staffing shortages. […]
Posted November 09, 2023
3 Ways to Turn Office Drama Toxicity into Positivity
We all know drama is inevitable, right? The small office drama happens in every workplace, including dental offices. However, rather than participating in gossip and negative conversations about our co-workers, […]
Posted November 02, 2023
Strengthening the Dental Team: Building Trust in the Dental Office
In a dental office, trust is everything. Seriously! It’s like the secret sauce that makes the whole team work together like a well-oiled machine. We’re talking precision, expertise, and compassionate […]
Posted September 21, 2023
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3 Steps to Successfully Compete For Dental Candidates
DentalPost is exploring the cyclical trends in dentistry recently revealed by the 2023 Dental Salary Survey that saw input from over 15,000 dental professionals nationwide. It’s a tough world for […]
Posted July 24, 2023
4 Actions to Boost Dental Team Retention and Satisfaction
Is your dental practice experiencing high staff turnover, or have you built a committed team ready to grow together in their dental careers? With over 30% of dental employees looking […]
Posted June 07, 2023
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Feeling the Burn(out)? 5 Steps to Help Reset.
DentalPost is exploring the cyclical trends in dentistry recently revealed by the 2023 Dental Salary Survey that saw input from over 15,000 dental professionals nationwide. From pay cuts to burnout […]
Posted May 31, 2023
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3 Ways to Combat Pay Cuts and Recession-Proof Your Dental Practice
DentalPost is exploring the cyclical trends in dentistry recently revealed by the 2023 Dental Salary Survey that saw input from over 15,000 dental professionals nationwide. From pay cuts to burnout […]
Posted May 15, 2023
5 Steps to Create a Positive Work Environment For Your Dental Front Office Team
Our 2023 DentalPost Salary Survey highlighted that, despite pay increases and improvement in overall job satisfaction, 39% of dental office receptionists and associates will be looking for a new job […]
Posted March 06, 2023
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5 Secret Powers of Superhero Dental Assistants
Celebrating Dental Assistants This Week and Every Week Often overlooked and misunderstood, dental assistants (DAs) are the lifeblood of smooth-running dental offices. And it isn’t until they take a day […]
Posted March 06, 2023
4 Steps to Boost Job Satisfaction & Reduce Turnover
As the calendar page turned over to a new year, many of us turned introspective and thought about the year past and what we want this new year to hold. Many […]
Posted January 26, 2023
4 Tips to Reengage and Retain Your Dental Team
Disconnects can occur even in great cultures. Dental employees who were once highly engaged can lose their interest and enthusiasm. For example, a disconnect (gap) between an employee’s new sense […]
Posted August 15, 2022
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6 Reasons Why Dental Employees Leave Great Practice Cultures
You’ve done a phenomenal job of building a great culture of behaviors, systems, and practices based on core values the entire team seems to embrace. Team members support one another […]
Posted August 08, 2022
Why Dental Employee Benefits Matter
Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat people well enough, so they don’t want to. Sir Richard Branson Finding and hiring the right dental employees is a tall order […]
Posted June 12, 2022
3 Ways to Grow Dental Staff Engagement
“Fulfilled employees don’t want to leave.” Saurav Atri, Gallup In today’s challenging recruitment landscape, employee fulfillment and well-being should be at the top of the priority list for dental employers […]
Posted June 11, 2022
How to Set Your Dental Team Up For Success
We all have good and bad days at work. No matter how much we enjoy our jobs, patients, or work colleagues, it’s normal to have “off” days when we know […]
Posted May 11, 2022
5 Strategies to Retain Your Dental Team
Recently a friend from my Entrepreneurs Organization network shared the story of the Choluteca Bridge in Honduras. After hearing it, it made me think about the dental industry and how […]
Posted September 14, 2020
Focus on Your Practice Culture to Build Your Dental Dream Team
Get Ready to Make your Dream Team a Reality Surely, we would all agree, that we could not have a successful practice without patients. And, without a winning team, we […]
Posted February 17, 2020
The Secret Life of the Dental Office Manager
What makes a great manager?
Posted September 24, 2019
Is a Valued Team Member About to Make a Move? How to Recognize the Signs and Steps You Can Take.
Something feels different in the office. It’s hard to describe. The patients are happy, with no complaints. The schedule is full, revenue is strong. Internal conflicts among staff are at […]
Posted August 07, 2019
How to Build Great Relationships With Dental Temps
The freelance economy is changing how Americans work and the dental industry is no exception; dental temps are becoming an increasingly popular way to solve complex scheduling challenges. Hiring temps […]
Posted July 30, 2019