Dentists are split over dental marketing and management — almost half hate those responsibilities, but just as many say they sometimes enjoy them.
“I hate the management, but like the marketing,” said one dentist.
In this survey, 43% said they sometimes enjoy dental management and dental practice marketing, 16% say it’s not the best and not the worst, and 41% absolutely hate it.
- “I like patient education and motivation.” (Endodontist)
- “I like the dental surveys and hearing what other dentists are thinking.” (New York dentist)
- “I enjoy bringing out the best in the team and coming up with a marketing plan that works!” (California dental professional)
- “I love the marketing; it is fun and profitable. Dental websites are essential, and I have many.” (Illinois sleep apnea & TMJ dentist)
- “Internal dental marketing, where my patients tell their friends about the appointment they had at our office, is what I prefer most.” (Wisconsin dentist)
- “I don’t like that we have to advertise, but the general public has been so brainwashed to accept marketing that we are almost forced to do some form of marketing in order to stay competitive.” (Florida dentist)
- “I wish I could have someone buy my practice and do the management! I have been told often that I am an excellent manager, but it is not my favorite part of practice ownership. I never seem to get a total break.” (Alabama dentist)
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