4 Ways to Increase Hygiene Production
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: DentistryIQ
June 7, 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
Twice-a-year hygiene appointments help patients maintain good oral health and prevent more severe dental problems in the future. However, in response to the slow economy, more patients are postponing hygiene appointments. As dental professionals… http://bit.ly/MMYkWS
Dentist Production? Fitting More Growth into Your Schedule
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: www.dentaleconomics.com
May 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
With the recent recession causing approximately 75% of all dental practices in the United States to decline, Levin Group developed its “Three-Step Method” to help practices grow in the new economy. This process transforms practices into extremely well-run businesses and enables them to significantly increase production… http://bit.ly/JTnxws
Objectively Assessing a Dental Practice
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: www.dentalaeges.com
May 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
Practices that have suffered flat and declining production during the recent recession are very much in need of a ‘turnaround.’ An objective analysis is the first step in this process… http://bit.ly/K1tYM6
Systems for Success: Turning Calls into Patients
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: http://www.ppdentistry.com/
February 28, 2012
Roger P Levin looks at the importance of scripting in converting new patient calls into appointments and business. Even in the age of the Internet, the telephone still plays a vital role in filling a dental practice’s schedule. Levin Group recommends… http://bit.ly/HMyi2N
3 Ways to succeed in the New Economy
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: DentistryIQ
April 5, 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
Dentistry has entered a new era. The prerecession days of steady growth are gone. In the current economy, only those practices with documented, step-by-step systems will experience increases in production and profitability… http://bit.ly/I0Xm4z
Do an Initial Exam Before Buying a Dental Practice
By Barry F. Levin, Esq. and Philip M. Bogart, Esq.
Source: DentistryIQ
March 13, 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
Read why a comprehensive exam is also a good idea when contemplating the purchase of a dental practice…read more: http://bit.ly/yDeiWa
3 Steps for Reactivating Overdue Patients
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: DentistryIQ
March 8, 2012
Published by PenWell Corporation
Imagine what having 98% of your patients scheduled would mean for your levels of production and revenue. Dr. Roger Levin takes you through three easy steps to help you gain a full hygiene schedule again… Read more: http://bit.ly/zXh4Il
Getting Them in the Chair
By Jackie Syrop
Source: DentistryIQ
January 2012, Volume 8, Issue 1
Inside Dentistry recently surveyed more than 200 practicing dentists, asking them to rank-order a list of the top challenges they face in today’s practice climate. Given the economic conditions still facing the country, it should come as no surprise that the top five challenges which emerged—summed up in the graph on page 100—relate to practice building and the ability to plan and save for retirement…Read more: http://bit.ly/yKIq0D
4 tips to make your internal marketing efforts successful
By Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source: DentistryIQ
Jan 22, 2012
“Who has time to market?” is a common complaint I frequently hear from dentists at my practice management seminars throughout the country. The question certainly does not surprise me. When dentists need to provide patient care, maintain office productivity, manage their staff, and perform other business functions, time becomes a precious commodity. In this scenario, internal marketing usually takes a backseat to other activities. That is a mistake… Read more: http://bit.ly/xWkDM1
Seven Ways the New Economy has Changed Dentistry
by Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source:
In the January issue of Proofs Magazine, Dr. Roger P. Levin provides insight and practice management recommendations in his feature article “Seven Ways the New Economy has Changed Dentistry”. See page 16…. http://bit.ly/ytlnmM
Systems for Success – Get your Practice on Schedule
by Roger P. Levin, DDS
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January 10, 2012
An effective scheduling system can encourage practice growth and minimize stress, says Dr. Roger P. Levin, who outlines some important steps to make sure your systems are as efficient as possible.” . Read more:
Internal Marketing: The Least Expensive, Most Effective Marketing
by Roger P. Levin, DDS
Source:
Dec 13, 2011
Since the recession, marketing has become a necessity rather than an option. Unfortunately, many dentists seem to think that means external marketing — running ads, sending out direct mail, putting up billboards, signing up with Groupon, etc. Read more:
Leaders in Industry: Dr. Roger Levin
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Dec 6, 2011
Kathy Kincade, DrBicuspid.com Editor in Chief, recently spoke with Dr. Levin about how the current economic downturn is affecting the practice of dentistry, and what dental practitioners can do not only to survive but to thrive. Read more:
http://www.drbicuspid.com/index.aspx?d=1&Sec=sup&Sub=pmt&pag=dis&ItemID=309284&wf=47
Levin Group to Launch Dental Business Review
New Practice Management Publication for Dentists & Specialists
October 21, 2010 — Levin Group has announced its launch of a newsletter focusing on practice management and marketing tips geared for general dentists and specialists. The inaugural issue was sent to over 100,000 dentists and specialists across the United States. Called Dental Business Review, there are five editions including one for general dentists, orthodontists, pediatric dentists, periodontists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons. The newsletter consists of short articles that provide practical, immediately useful information on how a practice can increase production and profitability (with lower stress) in order to reach its growth potential. It will be published every two months and feature a column from Levin Group President and CEO Dr. Roger P. Levin in which he will share his insights and thoughts on a wide range of issues facing today’s dental practice. Each issue will also contain regular columns on critical practice management areas such as case presentation, scheduling, marketing, customer service, collections, overhead as well as financial planning and transitions.
“In our current economy, we have found that dentists desperately want tips, ideas and strategies that can either help get them back on track or grow their practice to an even higher level. Dental Business Review will be a great resource as it delivers real value in an easy-to-read format” said Dr. Levin.
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Levin Group, an international dental consulting firm, is based in Owings Mills, MD with a second office in Phoenix, AZ. Founded 25 years ago by Dr. Roger P. Levin, a third generation dentist, Levin Group provides dental practice management consulting and dental marketing consulting programs to thousands of doctors every year. For more information about Levin Group, please visit www.levingroup.com.
