The Thriving Dentist Show Gary Takacs

Ditch the vague "make it our best year yet" goals! This episode explains how dentists can achieve real success by setting SMART goals.  SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-Bound.  Learn how to transform a wishy-washy goal like "do more whitening" into a powerful action plan like "incorporate six digital photos for patient education with every new patient by May 8th to boost case acceptance."  Get ready to transform your dental practice from good to thriving!

Tired of expensive marketing and a quiet waiting room? This episode of Thriving Dentist equips you with actionable strategies to ditch expensive marketing and attract a steady stream of new patients. Discover how SEO can propel your website to the top of Google searches, emulate a dentist who slashed marketing costs by breaking free from PPO plans, and learn the secrets to acquiring glowing "love letter" reviews from patients. Tune in and witness your practice thrive!

Have you ever experienced a medical situation where communication made a world of difference? In this episode, we welcome JoAn Majors, a dental professional and author of the new book, "Permission to be Honest: Tough Talk on Soft Skills for Providers of Care and Their Teams." JoAn shares her personal story of a life-altering medical event and how it highlighted the critical role of soft skills in healthcare. We delve into the book's key concepts, including the power of open-arms communication and the importance of leadership in patient care. JoAn emphasizes that dentistry is changing, and soft skills are more crucial than ever. Whether you're a dentist, a team member, or simply interested in exceptional patient care, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

Are you tired of your competitors having an edge due to the outdated dental technologies that you are using? In this episode, you will discover three cutting-edge dental technologies that can revolutionize your practice. CBCT machines offer crystal-clear 3D images for flawless implant dentistry, digital scanners can replace the dreaded impression trays, and 3D printing can be used for surgical guides and more. These advancements can not only impress your patients but also make your work as a dentist smoother and more efficient. Tune in to learn how you can take your practice to the future! Please schedule this as soon as possible, as it will help the team schedule the show notes on the website early!