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Dental Service Organizations: They’re Not all the Same

Posted Dec 11th, 2019 in 2019, the wire, thought leadership

The dental industry in Canada is evolving. With over 24,000 dentists and 14,000 practices across the country, today’s market is highly saturated and fragmented. The fragmentation, along with increased expectations of consumers, has given rise to a new business model: Dental Service Organizations (DSOs). DSOs can be thought of as independent business support centers that contract with dental practices to facilitate further growth and success.

2019 Future of Dentistry Panel Series Recap

Posted Dec 9th, 2019 in the wire, 2019, events

We wrapped up our coast-to-coast Future of Dentistry Panel Series last week with our final event in Kamloops, BC. Throughout the spring and fall, leading, growth-oriented dentists from across the country gathered to discuss the shifting landscape of dentistry and rapid rise of Dental Service Organizations (DSOs).

dentalcorp and DC Institute Successfully Launch Implant Mini Residency Program

Posted Dec 5th, 2019 in the wire, 2019, in the news

dentalcorp and DC Institute were pleased to launch an Implant Mini Residency Program in 2019 in collaboration with BioHorizons. This intensive program took doctors through the foundations of surgical and prosthetic implant dentistry over the course of 3 weekend sessions held throughout the year.

Holiday Blues: Navigating Patients’ Loneliness

Posted Dec 2nd, 2019 in the wire, 2019, thought leadership

It’s been said that there is no health without mental health—the truth of this statement is difficult to refute. Mental illness presents a serious barrier to receiving good health care and dental care is no exception. The enormity of this public health concern becomes clear when you consider that, at any moment in Canada, mental health issues impact 1 in 5 people; that’s 20% of dental professionals and 20% of patients in need of oral health care. Oral health and mental health issues cannot ....

Support Centre Team Member Spotlight: Arbenita Zymeri

Posted Nov 29th, 2019 in 2019, spotlights, the wire

Arbenita shares her story with us, from her becoming a Dental Assistant at the tender age of 17 to her fascinating transition from the Practice Network to our Support Centre.

Leveraging New Technologies to Enhance Patient Experience and Increase Patient Retention

Posted Nov 25th, 2019 in the wire, 2019, thought leadership

The dental patients we once knew are a thing of the past – much like your old flip phone. Today’s patients are tech savvy, well educated and likely to have researched all of their symptoms and dental treatments prior to arriving in your chair. In today’s competitive landscape, dental care professionals need to inform and engage patients in a way we never could before. We need to be prepared to filter through the myths (and truths) they are reading online and educate them in a patient specif...

Partner Spotlight: Roch St-Aubin

Posted Nov 21st, 2019 in the wire, 2019, spotlights

In this month’s Partner Spotlight, we caught up with Dr. Roch St-Aubin to discuss his road to becoming a dentalcorp Partner, his work in the seniors community, and the importance of increasing access to care in dentistry.

The Business of Dental Hygiene

Posted Nov 20th, 2019 in 2019, the wire, thought leadership

As a practicing dental hygienist, I focused on the delivery of patient-centred care, avoided the financial and operational aspects of a dental practice, and had no need for business acumen. Over time working in dental clinics, my interests and horizons expanded, and I became more and more fascinated by the economic underpinnings of an oral health care clinic. However, as a practice consultant, I find myself seeking the bigger picture. I am intrigued by a practice’s foundation, culture, patie...

Weekend Retreat: Bringing Together Women in Dentistry

Posted Nov 12th, 2019 in the wire, 2019, events

Earlier this month, we hosted leading female dentists from across the country for a weekend of learning and relaxation at the luxurious Sparkling Hill Resort & Spa. This annual event is dedicated to fostering a community of collaboration and support among women in dentistry.

Support Centre Team Member Spotlight: Elaine Powell

Posted Oct 31st, 2019 in the wire, 2019, spotlights

I spent a rewarding 30 minutes with Elaine Powell, Compliance Auditor, who entertained and enlightened me with some amazing stories from her career as a dental professional, including what it was like commuting to work on a dog sled.

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