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News From The Wealthy Dentist #62: September 12, 2007

Editorial: Jim Du Molin

An Economic Perspective on Dental Hygienists

I've been putting my capitalist hat on and analyzing the economic considerations of hiring a dental hygienist and how to turn a profit. As a capitalist, your risk is the cost of equipping the hygiene operatory. As the number of hygiene days per month increases, your return on investment continues to grow. Click to continue...

The Wealthy Dentist Survey Results: Dental Associates

Dentists Often Feel Betrayed by Dental Associates

In our most recent survey, we asked dentists if they had ever had a negative experience with a dental associate. A whopping two thirds of our respondents said they have had serious trouble with a dental associate in the past. Only 34% report not having had any particularly bad experiences. Complained one dentist: "My associate sexually harassed an assistant and did not deny it! Horrible experience." Another advised, "Have everything, every detail, spelled out in a contract." Asked another, "How about the associate being screwed over by the employer dentist?" Click to continue...

In the News...

Your Tongue Piercing Could Kill You, Cautions IDA

The Irish Dental Association (IDA) warns that lip and tongue piercings can lead to serious health problems. The risk is especially high for people with heart murmurs, as the open avenue for bacteria could lead to infective endocarditis, a potentially fatal heart condition. Additionally, of course, oral piercings can lead to dental problems. Click to continue...