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News from The Wealthy Dentist: May 20, 2009
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Google Profile Results
When it comes to maintaining a visible Internet presence, not all dentists face the same obstacles.
People spell unusual names wrong. Common names can be even worse - how do you
tell one John Smith from another? Well, Google Profiles can help. Click to
continue to article...
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Survey: Mixed Feelings about Nitrous Oxide
Two out of three dentists offer nitrous oxide, this survey found, but many docs
don't prefer it - 18% never use it and another 13% rarely do. "I offered nitrous
oxide for twenty years, but there was little demand," said one dentist. "I'm glad I don't offer
it anymore." Click to
continue to article...
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Louisiana Dentists Oppose School Dental Vans
The Louisiana legislature is considering a bill - backed by the state's Dental
Association - that would ban mobile dental clinics that travel to schools to
provide dental care to children. Critics say these travelling clinics are unsanitary and inadequate. Click to
continue to article...
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Dental Marketing: When a Shingle Isn't Enough
Competition among dentists is often less a matter of procedural competency than of patients' perception.
Before hollering "Unfair," try putting the shoe on the other foot. If a patient
sues you, how will you select a lawyer? Click to
read an excerpt from the book...
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Dentists Battle It Out with Insurance
Dentists have had enough of dental insurance companies. In this survey,
fully 94% of dentist respondents said that they would like to see
dentists organize against the insurance industry. Low benefits and
payouts are dentists' largest frustration.
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watch the video...
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Survey Video: How Much Hygienists Get Paid
Dentists reports paying their dental hygienists about $36 per hour,
according to this poll. Many dentists expressed resentment over the
high price tag of a dental hygienist. Plus, location is highly correlated
with hourly base pay.
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watch the video...
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