In this four-part video series about networking, Blake Brownell, director of strategic partnerships at Treloar & Heisel, Inc., introduces viewers to the notion that there may very well be a link between connecting with others and experiencing career satisfaction. By sharing his experiences on how networking has served other dental professionals throughout their careers, Blake provides a compelling reason for you to develop your “networking muscle.” Get access to video #1: The Link Between Networking and Career Success
In the second video, Brownell takes us through the mechanics of networking, including a step-by-step “recipe” for how to connect with complete strangers. He challenges viewers to try his method and gauge the results. Get access to video #2: A Recipe for Networking? Yes, Indeed!
In the third short and impactful video, we learn that good networking is absolutely intentional and that “random” encounters are rare. Those who network well go in with a plan. Brownell outlines some simple tips on how to convert your desire to network into a commitment to network, and then into an actual practice that is refined over time. Get access to video #3: What Good Follow Up Skills Look Like
In this final segment, Brownell presents on the merits of belonging to a community and how surrounding yourself with other people can enhance both your personal and professional growth. Discover the power of connecting with people outside your industry so that you can be even more successful within your industry. Get access to video #4: What Networks Are Right for You?
~Treloar & Heisel
This blog post was sponsored by Treloar & Heisel.
Is the allure of chocolate its silky, smooth mouthfeel? Using a unique x-ray technique, researchers have determined that chocolate's microstructure affects how quickly or slowly chocolate melts in the mouth, contributing to the pleasing mouthfeel consumers crave.
Dentists may be writing fewer opioid prescriptions for Medicaid patients, but recipients are still likely to get the drugs if emergency room practitioners or others treat their dental problems, according to a study in October issue of thethe Journal of the American Dental Association.
Benzocaine has been in the news lately, and dental pharmacology expert Tom Viola, RPh, discusses the dangers that can be triggered by the anesthetic and also what dental professionals need to know and should be telling their patients about its usage.
Teens who spend much of the day watching TV or on their phones consume more sugared, caffeinated drinks, linking extended screen time with potential health problems, including obesity, caries, and diabetes, according to a new study published October 22 in PLOS One.
About 1 in 5 working-age adults in the U.S. skip needed dental care each year, according to data from the ADA Health Policy Institute. This amounts to nearly 48 million adults who delay or forgo dental care, often for financial reasons.
A woman wants an Illinois court to dismiss a multimillion-dollar lawsuit that a dentist filed against her, claiming she wrote hundreds of negative online reviews and made false statements that have destroyed his reputation, according to court records.
A natural plant compound with anticancer properties may one day help treat periodontal disease, according to a study published on October 26 in BMC Oral Health. The authors explored the ways the compound, known as luteolin, could boost oral health.
Hackers are getting more sophisticated, and ransomware has become the most common type of cyberattack. While you cannot totally prevent an attack, you can take some preventive steps to ensure a quick response and recovery to an attack. Cybersecurity and privacy expert Debi Carr discusses the ways you can protect your practice and your data.
A Connecticut dentist has been arrested on charges of trying to entice someone he met on the internet who he believed to be a 15-year-old girl into having sex, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Increased consumption of sugary soft drinks may be a leading cause of tooth enamel and dentine erosion in obese patients, and excessive body fat also is linked with tooth wear, according to a study published October 28 in Oral Clinical Investigations.
Dr. David Rice of IgniteDDS shares his knowledge on building full-arch temporary restorations. He describes three key steps and offers simple tips to make amazing restorations for your patients.
Patients place premium value on the relationships that they have with their doctor and the dental team. And if you place premium value on keeping those relationships strong with excellent customer service, your practice will be successful, Dr. Roger P. Levin advises in his latest Practice Success tip.
At one time, blogging was for fashion mavens and recipe creators, but that time is in the past. In today's world, if your small business does not have a strong blogging platform, you are leaving money on the table, Dr. Mikaeya Kalantari writes. She highlights four key benefits of blogging that dental practice owners should consider.
Antibiotics are not recommended for most toothaches for managing urgent dental pain and swelling, according to a new ADA guideline published in the Journal of the American Dental Association. Instead, antibiotics should be reserved for patients with systemic conditions, such as fever, brought on by dental conditions.
Approximately 44% of people take personal health or fitness actions based on the advice they find on social media platforms, according to the Parade/Cleveland Clinic Healthy Now survey of U.S. adults.
An Illinois woman who claims to have debilitating health conditions as a result of four wisdom teeth being removed without her consent has filed a lawsuit against the dentist and another person involved in the procedure, according to news reports.
Dental assistants are often the unsung heroes of a practice. Those who are empowered and engaged every day can make a difference in a practice's bottom line and daily operations. Elevating three key skills in these team members will show them you are invested in them as people and as critical members of the success of your business.
A former research technician and scientist for Colgate-Palmolive has admitted to stealing proprietary toothpaste formulas so that he could make and sell oral care products under a business he created overseas.
Can bad teeth hinder your self-confidence and chances at a new job? Many low-income Californians say yes. A news article recently explored the difficulty some California residents encounter when trying to get a functional smile.
Doctors who appeared empathetic and conveyed high expectations of treatment success during pain procedures influenced the way patients felt about outcomes in a new study, published October 21 in Nature Human Behaviour.
A periodontist must pay approximately $1.3 million in a malpractice case in which a procedure to extract a molar in preparation for an implant placement resulted in bone and nerve damage, according to a judgment filed in a New Jersey court.
Fresh off its filing of a harassment lawsuit against the Dental Board of California, SmileDirectClub finds itself thrust in the news again with investigations into the way it markets it clear aligners and moves to further expand into another country overseas.