TheWealthyDentist.com™ Newsletter Archive
News From The Wealthy Dentist #104: July 9, 2008
Special Marketing Feature: Melinda
Spitek
To Avoid Logo Disasters, Professional Design Is a Must
Logos are everywhere, and rightly so. There is no more memorable and
permanent way to establish an identity with a target audience - in your case,
patients. But if you want to display the right identity, you'll want to hire a
professional. Unless, of course, you'd rather be like the "Kid's Exchange" store
whose sign unfortunately seems to read "Kid Sex Change." Want to see some other
logo disasters?
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What Your Patients Are Reading
British Survey Finds Acid Erosion on Children's Teeth
A recent survey of British dentists indicates children may be damaging their teeth by over-brushing.
Fully 79% of dentists reported seeing more acid erosion on kids' teeth. The
survey also found that just over half of fiver-year-olds suffer from acid
erosion. Though it's no surprise to dentists, most kids and parents don't know
that over-brushing damages teeth.
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Dental Practice Construction Nearly Complete for Maine Dentist
Machias Dental: Almost Ready to Move In!
Earlier this year, I began to tell you the tale of Machias Dental. Dr. James Sparaga
and his wife are constructing the dental practice of their dreams in rural Maine.
Between the weather and contractors, the staffing issues and the equipment
problems, they've had their hands full for many months. However, their saga is
finally drawing to a close! The building has been constructed and the pavement
laid.
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What's on My Bookshelf
Lean Thinking by James Womack
Banish Waste and Create Wealth in Your Corporation [Revised and
Updated]
Toyota revolutionized manufacturing (indeed, all of business) with its concept
of lean marketing. The core principle is to maximize efficiency, thereby
increasing productivity and profit. The concept of lean marketing extends far
beyond the auto factory; it can improve the bottom line of almost any endeavor.
Want to get the book?
Also in the News...
- Plaintiff Seeks to Reopen FDA's Dental Mercury Settlement
- Mom's Vitamin D Levels Affect Baby's Dental Health
- How Effective Are Dental Referrals By Primary Care Physicians?
- 1st Dental Laboratories Says First-Half Results Below Forecasts
- Indian Dental Association Endorses Orbit Brand Chewing Gum
- UK Singing Dentist Wins Million-Pound Music Contract
Previous Surveys...
- Dentists Complain of Employees Who Steal Patients
- Dentists Love Cosmetic Dentistry Best of All
- Two Out of Three Dentists Would Recommend a Dental Career
- Specialists Usually Refer Patients Back, Report Dentists
- Dentists Most Concerned about Lead in Dental Work
- Majority of Dentist Respondents Have Owned a Sports Car
Previous Editorial Highlights...
- Contrary to US Law, Veterans May Be Getting Foreign Dental Work
- Dental Practice Facilities: Is Bigger Really Always Better?
- Are Dentists Liable for Lead in Dental Products?
- FDA Finally Takes a Stand on Mercury... Sort Of
- Dental News Highlights: From the Hilarious to the Humiliating
- US Government Gets a "D" for Handling of Lead in Dental Products
