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How to Use Your AOS Membership to Become a Respected Industry Mentor
Give Back to Your Dental Peers by Becoming a Mentor A dentist’s career goes through many stages, moving from the early years of learning and growing to becoming a respected industry mentor. The American Orthodontic Society (AOS) is a thriving community with dentists at all stages. AOS membership is about more than just accessing continuing…
5 Ways Early Orthodontic Care Stops Complex Dental Problems Before They Start
Importance of Early Orthodontic Care Orthodontics isn’t just about straightening teeth after the fact. It’s also preventive, providing a variety of options to address issues before they get out of hand. Incorporating early orthodontic care into your practice allows you to help patients avoid more extensive treatment later on. Here’s what early orthodontic care does.…
How 3D Printing in Orthodontics Can Drive Growth in Your Dental Practice
Digital dentistry and 3D printing in orthodontics are among the latest technologies making big changes in the industry. They’re reshaping orthodontics at every level, from treatment planning to patient outcomes. Beyond clinical advantages, embracing these technologies is a valuable tool for growing your practice. Lower Lab and Material Costs One of the primary benefits of…
Why Your Dental Practice Culture Beats Every Marketing Strategy You Try
As a practicing dentist, you have a lot on your plate. In addition to carrying out treatments, you need to bring patients through the door in the first place. Marketing is an important part of growing your practice, but it can’t deliver results unless you have a dental practice culture that keeps patients coming back.…
5 Reasons Orthodontic X-Rays Are a Must for Accurate Treatment Planning
Orthodontic X-rays are a key component of a comprehensive diagnosis. Orthodontic treatment planning requires a comprehensive understanding of a patient’s teeth and jaws. You can’t get that information just from what’s visible. Instead, you’ll need to rely on orthodontic X-rays to guide accurate diagnosis and care. Here’s what you should know about how orthodontic X-rays…
Growing Beautiful Faces and Epigenetics: Why This Course Is More Than Orthodontics
The Growing Beautiful Faces course by Dr. Jeffrey Dahm represents an ideal opportunity for general dentists to develop advanced insight into growth-centered orthodontic care. Discover how this course can help you shift from focusing solely on tooth alignment to integrating epigenetics for healthy facial development and airway function. What is epigenetics? The Growing Beautiful Faces…
The Patient Journey Map: How to Spot Weak Links in Your Dental Practice
The patient experience is a journey involving many steps, from the first impression to long-term care. Understanding each of these stages is essential to providing a positive experience that keeps patients coming back. Breaking down the patient journey map at your practice can highlight weak links and opportunities for improvement. First Contact Matters First impressions…
Why These 10 Signs Reveal Your Dental Practice Is Destined for Success
Running a successful dental practice requires paying careful attention to many areas. You can’t just look at revenue alone. Instead, understanding the importance of leadership, culture, and patient trust is key. Alongside these criteria, meeting patient demand through expanding services and consistent quality also promotes success. 1. Clear Leadership and Vision Your vision for your…
Flat New Patient Numbers? 4 Ways to Get More Referrals
Implement simple strategies to increase your patient referrals. Even with a solid base of existing patients, maintaining strong new patient flow is essential for growth. Referrals are one of the most powerful sources of new patients and can present ideal marketing opportunities. If you’re looking to increase referrals and continue growing your practice, consider implementing…
Why the Basic Course Is Your Gateway to a Confident Orthodontic Practice
The Basic Comprehensive Straight Wire Course from the American Orthodontic Society (AOS) represents an ideal first step for general and pediatric dentists aiming to add orthodontics to their practice. Through this course, you can gain a solid foundation in both technical skills and practical application to expand your treatment offerings and achieve a successful orthodontic…
5 Things Dentists Should Know About TADS (Temporary Anchorage Devices)
What are TADs? Temporary anchorage devices, or TADs, are tiny titanium implants placed in the bone to provide a fixed point of anchorage during orthodontic treatment. Unlike traditional methods that rely on other teeth for support, TADs allow for more controlled tooth movement. For dentists who practice orthodontics, these tiny oral devices allow you to…
When Production and Collection Numbers Dip: How to Get Back on Track
Why you need to pay attention to lagging production and collection numbers. Treating patients may be your primary focus as a dentist, but it’s important to remember that your practice is a business as well. Production and collection are two metrics you should keep a close eye on to understand the health of your practice.…
