How to Build a Booming Dental Practice Webinar Scheduled for May 20

On Wednesday, May 20, 2015, Advantage Technologies will host a free Webinar, “How to Build a Booming Dental Practice in the New Economy,” presented by Tricia Casasanta, Director of Operations for Strategic Practice Solutions, a leadingprovider of dental practice consulting and staffing in the Midwest. The Webinar will be moderated by Matt LaMaster, Business Development Director at Advantage Technologies.

During the presentation Tricia will reveal the five dental practice pillars that matter most in the post-recession economy. When asked why dentists and dental practice staff should attend the webinar Tricia responded, “No single event in the last 100 years has had a greater impact on dentistry than the recent ‘Great Recession.’ It forced practices to function differently in order to compete in today’s new economy.

“Practices that streamlined and became more efficient not only survived but are experiencing significant growth. Those still utilizing methodologies of the past waiting for things to go back to the ‘way it was’ are in for a rude awakening,” she continued.

“We are thrilled to have Tricia present as part of our ongoing webinar series,” commented Matt. “Attendees will appreciate Tricia’s holistic approach to dental practice management. As an IT company, we certainly appreciate the emphasis Tricia places on technology adoption and utilization in her system.

Upon completion Webinar attendees will be able to identify and understand:

• Benchmarks that make a profound effect on practice growth
• Variables that impact team performance and how to improve
• Strategies that have a positive impact on practice revenue

If you are not achieving the goals you have set for your dental practice, this Webinar is for you. Space is limited. Click the link below to register now.

https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5789722932579599105

Based in Michigan, Strategic Practice Solutions (SPS) is a leading provider of dental practice management consulting, coaching and training in the Midwest. Since 2009, SPS has been providing dental practices with knowledge, skills and personal coaching to improve revenue, leadership, staff communication and client satisfaction. SPS offers a variety of training, seminars, certifications and workshops including, Everything DiSC: a Wiley Brand, for new and existing dental practices in Metro Detroit, Troy, St. Clair Shores, Ann Arbor, Howell, and surrounding areas including Ohio and Virginia. Learn more at www.strategicpracticesolution.com.

Advantage Technologies delivers Hassle Free IT to dental practices throughout the Midwest and Southeast. For the past 15 years, Matt LaMaster and his team at Advantage Technologies have worked with more than 1,000 practices, helping them effectively integrate computers and digital technology. For more information about Advantage Technologies, and dental specific technology solutions, call 877-723-8832 or visit us at www.adv-tech.com.

Strategic Practice Solutions Shares "What Everyone Should Know About the Changes in CPR!"

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) has changed significantly over the years.  As part of your dental office management team, you most likely arrange for your staff to be trained and certified accordingly.  However, if you haven’t taken a course in the last five years you may be shocked at how CPR has evolved.  It’s especially amazing to think that standardized training for CPR has only been around for 40 years.  We hope you enjoy this brief look back on the evolution of CPR. 

The Early Years

CPR was first documented in 1740 Paris, as a way to try resuscitate drowning victims with forced air into their mouth.  It wasn’t until 1903 that Dr. George Crile successfully resuscitated a human by using chest compressions.  In 1956, Peter Safar and James Elam invented mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, which the U.S. military adopted to revive victims the following year. 

Standardized Training

The American Heart Association (AHA) formally endorsed CPR starting in 1963.  However, standardized training, called Medic 2, was not in place until 1972.  Leonard Cobb helped train over 100,000 people during the first two years of this program. 
Emergency dispatchers were trained starting in 1981, to provide telephone instructions to on-scene caregivers, while they wait for backup EMT personnel.  Recognizing the need for alternate guidelines for infants and children, The American Academy of Pediatrics co-sponsored the first pediatric courses in 1988.  In 2005, the AHA brought CPR training into the comfort of your living room with the Family & Friends® CPR Anytime® kit. This kit educated participants on the basics of CPR, AED, and choking assistance in just 20 minutes. 

Big Change Shakeup

Probably the most significant changes occurred starting in 2008 when the American Heart Association began recommending the Hands-Only™ CPR method.  Followed up by their 2010 changed from the ABCs (Airway-Breathing-Compressions to the recommended CAB (Compressions-Airway-Breathing.)  These changes make it clear that chest compressions are the most effective part of CPR and should be started immediately when encountering an unresponsive victim.  The Hands-Only™ method was created in hopes of increasing bystander CPR, because it removes the fear of disease transfer via mouth-to-mouth.

At Strategic Practice Solutions, we offer CPR training certification workshops in our office, or we’ll come to you.  You will find that all of our workshops, from radiology to leadership and beyond, are lead by experts who will transform your staff into a winning team!  Strategic Practice Solutions is the ultimate partner to ensure your dental office management is a success!

Contact us today to schedule your session, or for group discount information! 

Resources to Learn More:

http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/CPRAndECC/WhatisCPR/CPRFactsandStats/History-of-CPR_UCM_307549_Article.jsp

http://www.bostonmagazine.com/the-changing-approach-to-cpr/

http://wemakeitsafer.com/blog/2011/05/cpr-has-changed-what-you-need-to-know/

http://www.nbcnews.com/id/39715696/ns/health-heart_health/t/cpr-switch-chest-presses-first-then-give-breaths/#.UxiYi85QYtw

Got the Winter Blues? Six Simple Strategies to Help Your dental office management Michigan!

Tips to Help Your Dental Office Management and Team Combat the Winter Blues!

 
Have you, or your team members been feeling sluggish or irritable?

Are they struggling with concentrating on regular work tasks?

It’s very possible that Seasonal Affective Disorder is the culprit!  This winter has been especially ruthless!  Between the snow, bitter cold temperatures, and gray skies, it’s no wonder our productivity has gone down.  Not only can SAD affect your mood, it can also cause more sick days, and really challenge your dental office management Michigan.

Studies show that approximately six percent of Americans suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with an additional 14 percent of people with a milder form of SAD, generally called “the winter blues.” 
 

What causes SAD?

Experts aren’t 100% sure, but they believe it may be caused by a lack of sunlight.   A lack of light may affect the brain chemical serotonin that affects your mood.   Anyone can get SAD, but it’s more common in women between the ages of 15 and 55, who live in geographical areas where winter days are short.  Most suffer symptoms from October through the end of April.

Symptoms of SAD

You feel sad, moody, anxious, or grumpy.
You lose interest in your day-to-day activities, and hobbies.
You eat more, especially carbohydrates, like breads, pasta, and cookies.
You gain weight.
You feel more tired during the day and sleep more than usual. 

How to keep staff morale up during the winter blues!

1. Try light therapy using a fluorescent light box.  You can find a portable light box for under $ 100.00.  A person typically needs just 15 to 30 minutes a day for optimum results. 
2. Keep your team hydrated with water.  This will combat fatigue, ease headaches, and can also help decrease food cravings. 
3. Encourage them to exercise.  If you have room in your office, add a treadmill, exercise bike, or ping pong table.  You could also arrange to have a staff break where everyone takes a turn playing an X-Box or Wii.  Not only is the physical activity great, but there’s sure to be laughter involved too, which is always therapeutic! 
4. Hire a massage therapist to come to the office to give chair massages.  Just a few minutes of a relaxation massage will improve your mood, reduce stress, and aid circulation.
5. Add a white noise machine.  The sound can promote relaxation and help with noise distractions. 
6. Try some aromatherapy by placing essential oils, or potpourri around the office.  Citrus, Peppermint, Lavender, and Rosemary help reduce stress relief, anxiety, and fatigue.  

At Strategic Practice Solutions, we offer some of the best tools for dental office management Michigan has to offer.  We hope you may incorporate one or more of the above suggestions to help improve your team’s mood and productivity. 

Please contact us if you need further help improving your team’s potential through leadership training, dental recall training, case management, and more. We'd also love to hear how you combat the "winter blues" below. 

Hang in there, spring will be here eventually!  

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