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16 2009 Dental Economics®/Levin Group Practice Survey — This year’s survey results show relatively modest dips in practice production and new patient visits.

30 Increase production and decrease expenses in sterilization — Dr. Mark Tholen outlines 10 great ways to improve practice profi ts in the sterilization area.

36 The Dalin Exchange — Dr. Jeff Dalin interviews Michael Augins, president of Sirona Dental Systems, LLC, about new enhancements to the CEREC system.

46 Send what you intend: closing the gap between intention and impact — Terry Goss says to focus on trust, growth, and maturity for clear communications.

52 The binding resolution — Dr. Duane Schmidt discusses how he fashioned a binding arbitration clause for use with the health history and informed consent forms.

66 The sabotage of assisted hygiene — Dianne Glasscoe-Watterson discusses four prerequisites that must be satisfi ed to implement assisted hygiene in any practice.

76 Tips for practice growth in diffi cult times — Consultant Carol Tekavec provides ideas for promoting a practice that are not expensive, and sometimes free.

86 The art of the deal — Dr. Tim Giroux tells you why doing the math usually shows purchasing an existing practice leads to quicker growth than a start-up practice.

90 Trust me, I’m a doctor — Patients build trust based on how they perceive their dentist, says Dr. Rhonda Savage. Warmth is the invisible quotient that leads to success.

98 Digital impressions: Creating the ‘aha’ moment — With digital photography, everything changes, says Dr. Larry Emmott. Here’s why the changes are all positive!

104 Four questions for successful consultations — Dr. Jeffrey Ganeles discusses four questions that must be answered if the patient is to accept your treatment plan.

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EDITOR'S NOTE
Trend indicators point to better 2010

As I write this on the first of September, it already feels like fall here in St. Louis. The nights are very cool (in the high 40s to low 50s) and the days are delightful, with highs only in the 70s or low 80s. This is very unusual for the end of the summer in St. Louis. We are usually still hot and humid. Is this what we are supposed to expect from global warming?

This issue of Dental Economics is crammed full of great information! Part 1 of the annual DENTAL PRACTICE SURVEY begins on Page 16. Be sure and read through the charts accompanying the article. There is some great information in them. While the numbers may be slightly down for 2009, the trend indicators seem to point to a better 2010. It also shows how dental professionals have responded to some of the worst economic times that we have ever seen. ...

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