Who else wants to boost patient flow AND case acceptance this year?

As we start off another New Year, dentists and dental practice managers are scurrying to figure out the secret ingredients to boost patient flow and case acceptance in 2015.  While there is no one “secret sauce”, there is a key … Read More

Is dental caries really a disease of choice?

Every dental professional at one time or another (if we are being honest) has silently judged a patient that has cavities.  We think that If only they would listen to me they wouldn’t be here.

I admit it is a … Read More

4 reasons you need an in house membership program..like yesterday

When was the last time you talked to anyone about the life-changing benefits of dental insurance? If you just spit your coffee out laughing at the thought, then you are in good company. We all know that dental insurance shouldn’t … Read More

5 reasons contributing to Remin Media will make you awesome

If you have ever thought about adding ‘freelance writer’ to your resume, you are in the right place. One of the goals of ReminMedia is to be truly representative of our audience. That means we want you to go all … Read More

Handle impossible team members like a pro- expert tips from the Productive Dentist Academy

I want you to think about the most difficult person you have ever had to work beside.  Mine was Linda (I will keep her real name private). Oh Linda, Linda, Linda. She was the person who never wanted to do … Read More

What is on Dr. Kutsch’s must-read list?

I have many passions in my life. Dentistry, research, writing, playing banjo; but one of my passions that keeps all others fueled is my constant need to learn.  I have always been one to seek out experts and try and … Read More

The 5 causes of tooth decay

There are five main causes of tooth decay. By using pattern recognition you will be able to identify these “usual suspects” in your own patients.

If you’ve ever listened to Dr. Kim Kutsch speak, he has likely mentioned the “usual … Read More

Why dentists are always the villain (and how you can avoid it)

Have you ever Googled the phrase dentists are? Let me save you the trouble and let you know that what pops up is not pretty (‘not doctors’, ‘greedy’, ‘sadists’) you get the point.

Why is it that so many patients … Read More

Inside the Phillips CARE project with Michelle Hurlbutt RDH

The Philips CARE (Customized Assessment and Risk Evaluator) is an online tool that can help you provide more comprehensive care for your patients at all stages of life. Based on your evaluation and the clinical data you provide, the CARE … Read More

5 oral health hacks for tired moms

The other day I was sitting by an obviously over-tired mamma of 2. She had a familiar look in her eye, like she was 2 minutes away from a mommy-melt-down.  I felt for her. So I offered to help collapse … Read More