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A Conversation with Dr. Dar Radfar: On A Mission

I recently interviewed Dr. Dar Radfar on the Stress-Free Dentist Podcast. He is a practicing dentist who teaches other dentists about treating obstructive sleep apnea.  “Yeah, I’m an immigrant from Iran. I escaped to this country back when I was six years old in 1983. One of the things when we were going through the […] Read More

What Are Your Dental Insurance PPO Write-Offs?

Understanding the impact PPO plans have on a dental practice is essential. While they bring you new patients, they also periodically take away a chunk of your savings. However, there are ways to mitigate this situation and turn it around. What is a PPO Write-Off? The difference between the actual cost of a treatment or […] Read More

Are You Interested In Your Patients?

How do you know when someone cares about you? From giving a thoughtful gift to spending time listening to someone, people show that they care in different ways. Knowing how to show patients that you truly care about them is something every practice needs to master in order to succeed. Why Do I Need to […] Read More

Keys To Success With Everyday General Dentistry

In this blog post, I will cover how I use workflows and a sound hygiene system to facilitate success in my general dental practice. Stable clinical and practice management systems are vital to ensure that your dental team does not feel burned out and the procedures are done accurately. Importance of Morning Huddles A quick […] Read More

A Conversation with Dr. Eric Block about Top Innovations in Dentistry

Staying updated on dental technology makes you a better dentist, makes your work much more fun, re-energizes you, reduces burnout, and certainly wows patients. Intra-oral scanners and Digital Impressions Digital scanning can make the entire prosthetic process much more accurate and quick, and there’s less cross-contamination when dealing with saliva or a bloody impression; the […] Read More

Love Your Dental Practice: A Conversation between Dr. Laura Mach and Dr. Eric Block

Getting Started in Dentistry During our podcast episode, Dr. Mach tells her about her journey in dentistry and how she started as a dental assistant before becoming a dentist herself. She owns her practice in Iowa Going Out of Network Dr. Mach recently transitioned to a fee-for-service model, which has been challenging but rewarding. In […] Read More

The Business of Happiness – A Conversation with Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy

Part -01 Dr. Tarryn MacCarthy is an Orthodontist in Maine, founding member of IADLC.com host of her own podcast, and founder of thebizofhappiness.com where she helps empower healthcare professionals to live more fully. Her Journey into Dentistry Dr. MacCarthy chose dentistry as a career because she fell in love with that beautiful marriage of artistry […] Read More