Trojan Today Publications

Successful practices thrive when team members are in harmony with the dentist’s vision and the practice’s professional goals. Having a team of dedicated team players is every dentist’s dream.

So many young dentists are at a loss when it comes to hiring, training, motivating, and retaining employees. This article will hopefully answer some questions as well as offer timely tips for those who have staff or need to add additional team members.

Amidst economic fluctuations, dental practices with efficient systems will be well-positioned to increase production and experience robust growth, no matter the economy. Do your systems need updating?

I moved recently. After seventeen years in the same house, the stress of sorting, purging and packing was exhausting. Even more stressful was the necessity of dealing with a variety of "service" people; i.e. telephone installers, cable technicians, painters, contractors, realtors, bankers, plumbers and electricians. We had some excellent experiences; we also had some that were frustrating and less than satisfying.

Performance reviews provide an opportunity for the employer and employee to discuss how the employee can become more valuable to the practice and how that increased value will be measured so the employee is clear as to what is needed to receive a wage increase.

Managing performance with goal setting can be, at first, challenging. Why? Because it is not a one-size-fits- all approach.

“Working interviews,” volunteering, and/or unpaid internships are not uncommon in the industry, but they have become a source of increasing risk to dentists, both financially and emotionally. Last month, Trojan Today covered working interviews. This month, we look at volunteering and/or unpaid internships.

“Working interviews,” volunteering, and/or unpaid internships are not uncommon in the industry, but they have become a source of increasing risk to dentists, both financially and emotionally. Not considering compliance requirements can leave you vulnerable to a plethora of problems.

If you're a dentist aiming to boost your practice's financial health and increase your income, focusing on enhancing revenue and optimizing operations is essential. Several practical strategies can significantly impact your bottom line without compromising the quality of patient care and satisfaction.

In my coaching practice, I partner with people who are tired of just getting by. In the past, they have lived with “tolerations” and have considered themselves “survivors.” However, as they are living their lives, they discover that the human agenda, written in their hearts and minds, invites something more.

You’ve heard the expression: Knowledge is power. But is it really? Yes and no. By itself, knowledge is not power. It depends on how and when knowledge is applied and who applies it. 

Photobiomodulation (PBM) and Red LED light therapy revolutionize dental care, providing dental professionals with advanced tools to enhance treatment outcomes. This comprehensive guide will explore the science behind PBM, the benefits of Red LED light therapy, and their integration into dental practices.