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How does artificial intelligence impact dental teams? From guided scheduling to integrated practice management, AI can play a significant role in the way you provide dental care—but understanding its uses, limitations, and best practices can be a daunting task. We’re breaking down the power of AI in dentistry with a guide to which software options you should consider implementing to streamline processes and improve the patient experience. https://bit.ly/4epPR9W #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalDentistry #DentalCare #SpearDigest

Some mid-week behind the scenes with Spear Resident Faculty Member, Dr. Jason Smithson, BDS DRD RCS(Eng) as he films his new Clinical Bites series, “Direct Resin Restoration of a Structurally Compromised Molar” 🦷🎥 Did you know that Spear members get access to over one thousand on-demand videos, including Clinical Bites? Learn more about the benefits of Spear Online: https://bit.ly/3Y6UDTP #DentalHealth #PatientCare #DentalRestorations

Stop letting dental hygiene no-shows put a wrench in your scheduling. By prioritizing value-forward conversations—from front desk to dental chair—you’re creating a safe space for patients to trust that you have their oral health and best interest in mind. Swipe for a collection of talking points to help you consistently lock in appointments and click through to learn how you and your team can build a foundation with your patients, so they understand and respect the value of keeping these appointments. https://lnkd.in/gEBwTn9n #DentalHygieneMonth #PatientCare #PracticeGrowth

What holds your team back from staying aligned and organized? Here are five team training tips to set yourself up for practice-wide success: 1️⃣ Commit to a set team training schedule 2️⃣ Empower each team member to get involved 3️⃣ Bookmark role-based Spear courses 4️⃣ Align new hires with your practice goals 5️⃣ Encourage team conversations about development Want to learn more? Take our short practice evaluation today, and start cultivating a highly engaged and cohesive team, dedicated to practice growth. https://bit.ly/47ZTyAV #DentalTeam #PracticeGrowth #TeamCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment

How can you bridge the educational gap after completing dental school? Dr. Leila Zadeh experienced this firsthand, realizing dental school was just the beginning of her exciting dental career journey. In our latest Digest article, Dr. Zadeh shares how Spear’s "Treatment Planning with Confidence" workshop has been instrumental in how she completes comprehensive exams, equipping her with knowledge and useful tools, like dental templates, to make her treatment planning more efficient and predictable. https://bit.ly/4eCz5US Swipe for Dr. Zadeh’s step-by-step guide to using the Procreate app when implementing Spear's Facially Generated Treatment Planning during patient exams. 📲🦷 "Treatment Planning with Confidence," led by Spear Resident Faculty Members, Dr. Gregg Kinzer and Dr. Jeff Rouse, is the first workshop in our Core Curriculum, a transformative journey to elevate your dental career, so you can do more of the dentistry that you love. #DentalHealth #DentalCare #AlwaysLearning #SpearDigest

How can your associates bridge the clinical gap after dental school? Introducing “Confident Patient Care: A Skills Building Retreat,” our newest 3-day hands-on workshop, designed specifically for new dentists. The workshop, taught by Spear Resident Faculty Members, Dr. Darin Dichter, Dr. Jeff Bonk, Dr. Mike Skramstad, and Spear’s VP of Practice Growth Strategies, Amy Morgan, kicked off earlier this month with a focus on building confidence in treatment planning and executing everyday care, including single crowns and posterior composites. Get all the exciting details on this new workshop here: https://bit.ly/3TBAVNI #DentalHealth #PatientCare #ClinicalExcellence

We believe in empowering the next generation of dentists. That’s why we’ve teamed up with Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships, an organization who connects with youth in the community to help them learn about how rewarding a career in dentistry can be. Last week, we hosted a panel discussion and social hour at our Scottsdale campus where undergrad and dental school students had the opportunity to listen to and connect with Spear Resident Faculty Members, Dr. Darin Dichter and Dr. Jeff Bonk, Spear Chief Dental Officer, Dr. Steve Ratcliff, DDS, MS, and Pediatric Dentist and Founder of Diversity in Dentistry, Dr. Dr Laila Hishaw. They discussed a variety of topics, including tips for success in clinical settings, effective communication skills, career advancement opportunities, and exploring different dentals specialties. "As a current nontraditional dental student, I am grateful to find opportunities such as these to not only grow within my own leadership, but also network with current leaders in our industry. Having mentors and finding organizations such as Diversity in Dentistry Mentorships & Spear Education who truly care about paying it forward to the next generation of healthcare professionals is such a gift to us students." --Miriam Villa, D2 Midwestern College of Dental Medicine Swipe for scenes from the event and check out the full recap here: https://bit.ly/4e6n75M #DiversityInDentistry #DentalCareers #SpearCares

We’re still reeling from the energy at the AADOM | American Association of Dental Office Management conference last week in Las Vegas! 🦷🎉 Our booth was buzzing with great conversations, connecting with dentists and office managers from all over to understand the challenges they face day-to-day running their practices. As partners driving practice growth and team alignment, dentists and office managers must be in lock step, so we used this time to share how Navigator, our new coaching program, can help optimize practice operations, manage staffing challenges, and maintain clinical excellence, so they can focus on providing the best possible care for their patients. Swipe for highlights from the event and learn more about Navigator here: https://bit.ly/4dQs4Qg #PracticeGrowth #TeamAlignment #TeamCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment

We're in Vegas this week at the AADOM | American Association of Dental Office Management conference! You'll find us connecting with dental practice leaders from across the country and introducing Navigator, our new coaching program designed to help with dental team alignment and practice growth. If you're attending this week, come say hi at booth 224! 👋 #AADOM24 #DentalPracticeManagement

Office Managers are essential to driving growth in a dental practice. The best office managers are true partners in building culture, increasing production, and keeping the team on track. Let’s show them some extra love for #OfficeManagerAppreciationMonth. Tag or mention your outstanding office managers in the comments below and they’ll be entered to win a $200 gift card of their choice! And swipe 👉 for a sneak peek of the hiring guide from our new coaching program, Navigator, which gives you the tools you need to hire, train, and retain valuable team members, and create an action plan to relieve short-staffed office pressure. https://bit.ly/3Mpmzvw Rules of Entry: This giveaway is not affiliated with or sponsored by LinkedIn. One winner will be selected randomly and notified by DM. Winners must reply within 48 hours to claim their prize. No purchase is necessary to enter the giveaway. Entry will close at 5pm Arizona Time, September 30, 2024.