Why Anticipation Brings More Happiness Than the Event

2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

Why do I feel happier planning a vacation than actually taking one? Because anticipation is its own reward, and the science backs you up. People often pull as much happiness out of planning and looking forward to a trip as they do from the short window they spend on it. That is not a flaw, it is something to use on purpose. So stop treating the planning as a chore to rush through. Stretch it out, savor it, talk about it. The same idea carries into your practice and your life. Build things you get to look forward to, not just [...]

Why Anticipation Brings More Happiness Than the Event2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

How a Painful Commute Affects Your Happiness and Health

2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

Can my commute really affect my health and happiness? Yes, and more than you think. The evidence on painful commuting is ugly. Sitting in heavy city traffic day after day raises your cortisol, wears on your systems, and there is even research suggesting it can shorten your lifespan. It is not the sitting that hurts you, it is the stress of being stuck with no control. Now I am not saying every drive is bad. A quiet country road alone can be genuinely pleasant and good for you. The damage comes from grinding through congestion you cannot escape. So treat your [...]

How a Painful Commute Affects Your Happiness and Health2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

Money and Happiness: What the Science Says for Dentists

2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

Will making more money actually make me happier? Not the way most people chase it. The old habit of keeping up with the Joneses does not make you happier, and that is not just common sense, the research shows it plainly. People who pour their focus into pure consumption, buying the next thing, do not end up happier for it. What does move the needle is relationships and experiences. Time with your spouse, your family, a participatory vacation, an activity you genuinely enjoy. Those beat a trip to the mall and a big purchase every time. So before you assume a [...]

Money and Happiness: What the Science Says for Dentists2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

How Relationships and Happiness Shape Your Dental Career

2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

How do my personal relationships impact my career as a dentist? Hugely, and ignoring it is a mistake. Relationships have a major impact on your happiness, and that happiness follows you straight into the operatory. As painful as it is to pull yourself out of a relationship that is bad for you, the long-term truth is that you are healthier keeping only the relationships that are genuinely good for you and that you enjoy. That is not cold, it is honest. A draining relationship at home does not stay at home. It shows up in your patience with patients, your focus [...]

How Relationships and Happiness Shape Your Dental Career2026-06-16T00:00:00-04:00

The Business Case for Sedation Dentistry Marketing

2024-12-17T16:34:12-05:00

Sedation dentistry doesn’t just benefit patients—it’s a game-changer for your practice’s growth. Patients seeking sedation are often in need of high-value procedures, from implants to cosmetic makeovers, periodontal treatments, and more. This group of patients is highly motivated to complete their treatments once they find a provider they trust. By offering sedation, you create a welcoming environment for patients who might otherwise avoid necessary care due to anxiety or fear. Sedation Dentistry Marketing Best Practices Your sedation dentistry marketing efforts should focus on educating potential patients about the comfort and convenience of sedation dentistry. Stress-free treatment encourages patients to commit to [...]

The Business Case for Sedation Dentistry Marketing2024-12-17T16:34:12-05:00

High-Value Dental Cases Start with Proper Sedation Dentistry Marketing

2024-12-17T16:34:03-05:00

For dental practices looking to grow their revenue, attracting high-value cases is key. Sedation dentistry is a proven way to draw in patients who need advanced procedures such as dental implants, cosmetic work, crowns, and extractions. Patients who inquire about sedation dentistry are often those who have avoided care for years due to anxiety. When they decide to seek treatment, they’re typically in need of multiple procedures, making them some of the most valuable patients a practice can serve. Sedation Dentistry Marketing: Best Practices Your marketing should emphasize the benefits of sedation dentistry, such as the ability to complete extensive treatments [...]

High-Value Dental Cases Start with Proper Sedation Dentistry Marketing2024-12-17T16:34:03-05:00

Transforming Patient Experience Through Sedation Dentistry

2024-12-17T15:58:00-05:00

Many dental patients avoid treatment due to fear or anxiety, but sedation dentistry changes everything. Offering sedation not only improves the patient experience but also positions your practice to attract high-value cases such as implants, cosmetic makeovers, periodontal treatments, and more. When patients feel confident and relaxed, they’re more likely to accept comprehensive treatment plans. Sedation dentistry allows for multiple procedures to be completed in one visit, reducing the overall number of appointments. This appeals to busy patients looking for efficient care without compromising comfort. Sedation Dentistry Marketing Techniques Marketing your sedation services effectively requires a focus on what matters most [...]

Transforming Patient Experience Through Sedation Dentistry2024-12-17T15:58:00-05:00

Sedation Dentistry: Unlocking High-Value Cases for Your Practice

2024-12-17T15:50:10-05:00

Sedation dentistry is more than just a solution for patient anxiety—it’s a powerful way to attract high-value cases to your practice. Patients seeking sedation dentistry often need comprehensive dental work, making them ideal candidates for procedures such as implants, cosmetic enhancements, periodontal treatments, crowns, extractions and even routine fillings. By positioning your practice as a provider of sedation dentistry, you’re tapping into a niche of patients who value comfort and are motivated to complete larger treatment plans. These patients are often willing to invest in significant procedures to restore their dental health and enhance their smiles. Marketing for Sedation Dentistry Effective [...]

Sedation Dentistry: Unlocking High-Value Cases for Your Practice2024-12-17T15:50:10-05:00

She Sold 500+ AOX Arches in 1 Year—Here’s What She Did

2024-09-06T12:28:42-04:00

Becky sold 500+ AOX arches in one year. Who else wants to know what she knows? Yes, those numbers are real. Becky, our lead sales trainer, sold more than 500 full arch cases in a year. This is top 0.1% territory in implants. To me, those arch counts for one surgeon (which was the case here) would be too stressful just from a patient and case management perspective. But to each his own. No matter how many cases you do, wish to do, or how many prospective patients you speak to about any form of full arch care, the number of [...]

She Sold 500+ AOX Arches in 1 Year—Here’s What She Did2024-09-06T12:28:42-04:00

Dental Mastermind: Igniting Practice Growth Through Accountability

2024-06-21T13:44:02-04:00

Masterminds are relevant. Napoleon Hill’s model of Mastermind groups for 10-20 business owners meeting together is a nearly 100-year-old concept that’s still going strong fast forwarding success for business owners in every industry. Why? Because if you take multiple smart individuals and put them together in a group with a highly skilled and knowledgeable coach (or several coaches), the result is not simply addition of these smart individuals’ talents but a factor of the group multiplied by its size.  10 participants is the equivalent of 100 “lone wolves” operating independently without input from other business owners! Masterminds are even more important [...]

Dental Mastermind: Igniting Practice Growth Through Accountability2024-06-21T13:44:02-04:00
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