April 18, 2008 (San Francisco, California) – When dentists were asked if dental practice marketing is part of their job as a dentist in a recent Wealthy Dentist survey, many complained of what a pain dental practice marketing can be. Nonetheless, 95% of respondents acknowledge that they won’t get to practice dentistry if they can’t run a successful business. Only 5% maintain...
More dentists are moving away from silver fillings because of health and aesthetic concerns, finds a recent Wealthy Dentist survey. A number no longer offer amalgam, preferring composite restorations instead. April 21, 2008 (San Francisco, California) Dentists have used dental amalgam to make metal fillings for a long time, but the material is more controversial now than ever before. Some worry...
A recent Wealthy Dentist survey asked dentists if they do a regular mailing to their patient base – and dentist respondents were split right down the middle! While 51% said it didn’t seem worth the effort, 49% think it pays to keep in touch. Dental marketing is not limited to direct mail marketing to existing patients, of course. Fully 90% of dentists responding to this survey say...
A recent survey by dental marketing resource The Wealthy Dentist asked dentists if they think it is legitimate for dental schools to favor male applicants. The majority (58%) disagreed, saying that gender discrimination is unacceptable. However, a whopping 42% said yes, it’s okay to give preference to those who will give back the most. Research indicates women dentists work several hours...
One in five dentists admits to having an office romance in a recent Wealthy Dentist survey. Though getting involved with a coworker is generally unprofessional, risky and likely to lead to heartbreak, a few dentists do find their lifelong partners working at their dental practice. February 11, 2008 (San Francisco, California) – One of five dentists admitted to dating a coworker or employee...