J.W. Oliver Jr. Managing Partner for SupportDDS
Dental Service Organizations (DSO's) can benefit from leveraging Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) from remote teams in Zimbabwe in several ways:
1. Cost savings: By outsourcing RCM to a remote team in Zimbabwe, DSO's can significantly reduce their operating costs compared to having an in-house RCM team.
2. Access to skilled labor: Zimbabwe has a highly educated workforce, with many individuals holding university degrees. This means that DSO's can access highly skilled professionals who are capable of providing top-notch RCM services.
3. Improved language proficiency: As the official language in Zimbabwe is English, DSO's can benefit from the use of clear and precise language when communicating with their remote RCM team, reducing the potential for misunderstandings or language barriers.
4. Increased efficiency: Remote RCM teams can work varied or same hours and are not limited by the same constraints as in-house teams. This can result in faster turnaround times and improved efficiency in the RCM process.
5. Access to technology: With access to the latest technology and tools, remote RCM teams in Zimbabwe can provide more accurate and up-to-date information to DSO's, which can help with decision making and overall management of the revenue cycle.
Overall, leveraging RCM from remote teams in Zimbabwe can provide DSO's with a range of benefits, including cost savings, access to skilled labor, improved language proficiency, increased efficiency, and access to technology.

Leveraging Remote Teams for Revenue Cycle Management in a DSO

J.W. Oliver Managing Partner at SupportDDS
Labor costs have been and are ON THE RISE. The three years from 2020 to 2022, have seen an average increase of near 7% annually. Since 2005, wages have risen across all industries by 45.8%. A recent study shows the average hourly rates from private industry across all sectors to be at $27.44 per hour plus $11.47 in benefits for a total realized hourly rate of $39.01 per hour. That can be shocking to many when we think of comparative minimum wages across the USA. As a business owner, Dentist, CEO or manager, we must look for effective and efficient methods to mitigate these increases to remain profitable, but also leverage resources to grow.
According to the ADA, the percentage of revenue that a dental office should spend on labor will vary depending on several factors, such as the size of the practice, the type of services offered, and the location of the practice. However, as a rule of thumb, dental practices should target to keep labor costs at or below 30% of their total revenue.
It's important to note that labor costs should include not only employee wages and benefits but also expenses related to recruiting, training, and managing staff. In addition, labor costs may be affected by factors such as the practice's productivity, staff turnover rate, and the use of technology and automation. While it's important to manage labor costs, dental practices should not compromise on the quality of care or patient experience. Therefore, it's essential to strike a balance between labor costs and the delivery of high-quality dental services to patients.
Several factors have contributed to the recent spike in labor costs for dental offices, including:
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Labor Shortages: There is a shortage of skilled workers in the healthcare industry, including dental offices. This shortage has resulted in increased competition for qualified dental staff, driving up wages and benefits.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Minimum Wage Increases: Many states and local jurisdictions have increased their minimum wage laws, resulting in higher wages not only for entry-level employees, but for the next tier up of hourly and management wages.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Healthcare Costs: The cost of providing healthcare benefits to employees has risen significantly in recent years. This has resulted in increased labor costs for dental offices as they seek to provide competitive benefits packages to attract and retain talent.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Increased Demand: The demand for dental services has increased in recent years due to a growing and aging population. As a result, dental offices are hiring more staff to meet this demand, driving up labor costs.</li>
</ol>
Managing and mitigating these increases, and even new ways of reducing theses cost and improving the bottom line can be found in two key areas:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Implementation and utilization of AI (artificial intelligence)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="2">Leveraging remote/virtual teams with dental trained Outsourced personnel</li>
</ul>
AI has the potential to revolutionize dental offices by automating routine tasks, improving diagnosis and treatment planning, and enhancing the patient experience. However, it will still require labor and manpower support in several ways. Here are a few examples:
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Data Preparation: AI systems in dental offices will require large amounts of data to learn and improve their performance. However, this data must be prepared and labeled by humans to be useful. Dental office staff will be needed to input and label data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Model Development and Maintenance: AI systems in dental offices will require skilled professionals to develop and maintain the models. These professionals will work on developing algorithms, selecting features, and fine-tuning parameters to ensure that the AI models perform as expected.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Quality Control: AI systems in dental offices will require quality control processes to ensure that the models are working correctly. Dental office staff will be needed to monitor the results and flag any errors or inconsistencies, and provide feedback for improvement.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Decision-Making: AI systems in dental offices can help automate decision-making processes, but they will still require human oversight and intervention. Dental office staff will be needed to review and interpret the results, make decisions based on those results, and ensure that the decisions made align with the patient's needs and preferences.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Patient Care: While AI systems in dental offices can help improve the patient experience, they cannot replace human interaction and empathy. Dental office staff will be needed to provide personalized care, address patient concerns, and provide emotional support.</li>
</ol>
AI can&nbsp; and will improve the efficiency and effectiveness of dental offices. It will still require labor and manpower support in several key areas.
There are a number of roles that can be successfully outsourced with remote/virtual teams. SupportDDS currently supports over 1,700 Dental Offices in the following areas:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Director of First Impression (new patient calls)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Scheduling/Phone Support</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Revenue Cycle Management</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Re-care and Reactivation programs</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Insurance Verification</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Lead Management/Social Media Support</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Accounting/Bookkeeping&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Personal Assistant</li>
</ul>
These roles can be implemented in as few as five business days. Outsourcing has proven to save as much as 70% versus onshore or in-office alternatives. These roles not only save you time and money, but they help elevate your in-office team to focus on the patient and produce an even higher ROI for your business. Below is a testimonial that relates sentiment:
I have been a client of SupportDDS in Zimbabwe for 5+ years!&nbsp; The value of lower cost, well qualified remote employees is priceless especially in a post-pandemic market. I would prefer to have qualified remote employees dealing with the day-to-day hassles of insurance and phone communications while my in-office team delivers exceptional customer service for the patients that are actually face to face inside our office!&nbsp; I will never go another day with qualifier remote employees from SupportDDS.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Nikki Green DDS &nbsp; Fort Worth, Texas
Case studies have proven to be quite effective with small emerging DSO&rsquo;s and to the larger organizations. Recently we implemented an RCM team of 40+ team members for a group with over 70+ dental practices. This resulted in over 60% in actual savings over the in office teams, not to mention the efficiency and improvement in collections.
The real key to success is integration of your remote teams into your culture and current team. Joining weekly huddles by ZOOM, celebrating Birthdays, or sending. This has proven to be the single most effective tool for long term retention and team member productivity and job satisfaction.
Remote/Virtual teams coupled with relevant and effective AI can not only reduce your labor cost, but assist you with business growth and elevate your team to move BEEyond Outsourcing!

Managing Talent Acquisition and Rising Labor Costs

J.W. Oliver Managing Partner at SupportDDS
AI has the potential to revolutionize dental offices by automating routine tasks, improving diagnosis and treatment planning, and enhancing the patient experience. However, it will still require labor and manpower support in several ways. Here are a few examples:
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Data Preparation: AI systems in dental offices will require large amounts of data to learn and improve their performance. However, this data must be prepared and labeled by humans to be useful. Dental remote teams can be leveraged through inputting and labeling data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Model Development and Maintenance: AI systems in dental offices will require skilled professionals to develop and maintain the models. These professionals will work on developing algorithms, selecting features, and fine-tuning parameters to ensure that the AI models perform as expected.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Quality Control: AI systems in dental offices will require quality control processes to ensure that the AI models are working correctly. Dental office staff will be needed to monitor the results of AI models, flag any errors or inconsistencies, and provide feedback for improvement.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Decision-Making: AI systems in dental offices can help automate decision-making processes, but they will still require human oversight and intervention. Dental office staff will be needed to review and interpret the results of AI systems, make decisions based on those results, and ensure that the decisions made by AI systems align with the patient's needs and preferences.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Patient Care: While AI systems in dental offices can help improve the patient experience, they cannot replace human interaction and empathy. Dental office staff will be needed to provide personalized care, address patient concerns, and provide emotional support.</li>
</ol>
In summary, while AI can improve the efficiency and effectiveness of dental offices, it will still require labor and manpower support in several areas, including data preparation, model development and maintenance, quality control, decision-making, and patient care.

5 Ways Remote or Virtual Teams Can Support AI Technology

J.W. Oliver Jr Managing Partner for SupportDDS.com
In recent years, the rise of technology has made it possible for businesses to operate more efficiently and effectively, and dental offices are no exception. Remote virtual teams are becoming increasingly popular in the dental industry, and for good reason. Here are just a few of the many benefits of remote virtual teams for dental offices.
1. Increased Flexibility
One of the biggest benefits of remote virtual teams is the increased flexibility they offer. With remote virtual teams, dental offices can hire the best talent, without being limited by geographic location. This means that they can tap into a larger pool of highly skilled, dental trained and experienced professionals, who can work remote. This added flexibility makes it easier for dental offices to find the right people for the job, regardless of where they live.
2. Lower Overhead Costs
Another benefit of remote virtual teams is the lower overhead costs associated with this type of work arrangement. The savings are estimated to be 60-70%. Dental offices no longer have to worry about the costs of renting or buying office space, or paying for utilities, office equipment, and other expenses. With remote virtual teams, dental offices can save money on these costs and invest it back into the business.
3. Access to a Wider Range of Skills and Expertise
Remote virtual teams can also provide dental offices with access to a wider range of skills and expertise. With remote virtual teams, dental offices can tap into the skills and expertise of professionals from different backgrounds and specialties. This can help dental offices provide better care to their patients and improve their overall business operations.
4. Improved Collaboration and Communication
Finally, remote virtual teams can also improve collaboration and communication within dental offices. With the use of technology, remote virtual teams can easily communicate and collaborate on projects and patient cases, regardless of their location. This can lead to better outcomes for patients, and it can also help dental offices work more efficiently and effectively.
In conclusion, remote virtual teams are a valuable resource for dental offices looking to improve their operations and provide better care to their patients. With increased flexibility, lower overhead costs, improved work-life balance, access to a wider range of skills and expertise, and improved collaboration and communication, remote virtual teams are a smart choice for any dental office looking to stay ahead of the curve.

The Benefits of Remote Virtual Teams for Dental Offices

Dental patient care follow-up has become something of a lost tradition among practitioners. This simple practice can do more for your practice than most care to recognize. Dental patient care follow-up can have all positive effects from improving patient retention to protecting you from possible legal suits.
Why you should invest in Dental patient care follow-up
Dentistry like any other business relied on a good reputation from its consumers. Having a good follow-up system ensures that patients feel well looked after by their dentist and that they keep returning to your practice. Following up on your patients is one of the best marketing strategies you can ever invest in.
There are more in-depth benefits to dental patient follow-ups. As a dentist, you do not want to be caught off guard by a patient&rsquo;s call. This helps you get ahead of the curve by checking on a patient&rsquo;s recovery after a procedure.
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As you interact with your patient you can make any adjustments to their medication or schedule them for an impromptu visit should you deem it necessary. As you follow up on your patients you ensure that the work you do is perfected always keeping your dental record at a high.
This process also gives you a chance to interact with your patients outside the petrifying &ldquo;The dentist is going to drill my teeth&rdquo; zone. Communication is key to establishing good practice and there is no better time to communicate with your patients. Patients have the platform to ask questions and give you helpful reviews and feedback to better your practice.
Follow-ups do not limit you to existing patients only. When a practice revises its patient care follow up it makes it possible to reach out to old patients and convince them to rejoin your thriving practice. Reactivation of old lost patience is made easier as there will already be an existing record of their dental history.
The benefits of dental patient care follow-ups
Though the idea of being in touch with your patients current and old is a good one. It all can feel overwhelming and time-consuming. There is a solution to this though.&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/jobs-we-offer/">Outsourcing</a>&nbsp;your patient care follow-up can create an efficient practice at half the time and monetary cost.
When you outsource you give the task of calling and scheduling to professional personnel who are trained and qualified in dental coordination. In a short period, you will see more patients in your practice and less strain on existing staff as they will be focused on giving good patient care.
Follow-ups are not limited to calls made after a procedure. Your chosen outsourcing company will ensure that a good scheduling system will be put in place. This means that more appointments are made yet none are missed by your patients.
Conclusion
A well-organized and systematic follow-up leads to more patients requesting appointments at your practice.&nbsp; Dental patients care follow-ups will increase your practice&rsquo;s reputation, awareness and profitability.
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How important is dental patient care after they have left your practice

Dental billing can be considered one of every dental practice&rsquo;s nightmares. Having a single dental office manager cater to treatment plans as well as manage account receivables is a lot to ask of any professional. This doesn&rsquo;t mean that it is impossible to solve this and other demanding tasks. In this article, we will identify some of the common problems and how you can solve them.
<h2>What are the common dental billing issues that affect practice?</h2>
<h3>More Patients Owing</h3>
Without an effective follow-up solution, you will end up with more patients who make away with unpaid bills. Most dental patients are under one insurance policy or another. As these pile up errors are inevitable which makes claims impossible to collect.
As the realization that losses are increasing, the common reaction is to increase the number of patients you attend. The dentist now works overtime in a bid to increase revenue. This is usually not an ideal approach, as collections will remain low, with more patients filing unverified insurance or delaying payments.
<h3>Denied Insurance Claims</h3>
Unpaid treatments are not the only problem. As insurance claims are denied, appeals need to be made to ensure that reversals or claims are successful and you collect what you are owed.
<h3>Not enough time</h3>
Billing becomes a heavy burden on practices when only one person has to;
<ul>
<li>Patient attention in the office</li>
<li>Treatment plans</li>
<li>Calls</li>
<li>Insurance claims</li>
<li>Post credits</li>
<li>Appeals to denied claims</li>
<li>Manage account receivables</li>
</ul>
This deprives you and your staff of time to focus on income-generating aspects of the practice. Your main focus will be limited to fixing the many things that are not going right, oftentimes neglecting to pay attention to detail when processing billings.
<h3>An affected patient ledger</h3>
As the toll weighs on you the office manager, patients are bound to turn away from your practice. How often have you heard, &ldquo;&hellip;their service is good but their billing is terrible&hellip;?&rdquo;. A loss in patients also means a loss in revenue which could, in turn, lead to a loss of your whole business.
<h2>Solutions to common dental billing issues</h2>
<h3>Get good I.T solutions</h3>
Investing in simple filing and organizing software solutions. These need not bein in your office. Specialists can be outsourced to your existing team, these virtual team members come in to assist your practice.
While still on the issue of I.T. there is a need to secure your online network should you choose to have one installed. This ensures that patient data is secured at all times. Avoid the advent of costly hacks or mistakes. This also builds trust between you and your patients.
<h3>Insource insurance verification.</h3>
Close to 30 % of revenue is lost to unverified insurance claims. This means that there is a need to have professionals. As claims get well managed you can spot procedures that rent is covered by a particular policy. This makes it easy for you to tell your patients how to get the best medical procedure they need without the stress of shortfall or denied claims. This also ensures you always see a successful claim.
With a team complimenting your accounting. You get quicker responses on claims filed. This quick turnaround time makes it possible for you to improve your billing. There is also the added advantage of having errors eliminated from all your paperwork.
<h3>Virtual assistants save time, time is money</h3>
The idea of having a virtual assistant might seem detached from billing but the two are intertwined. When you invest in virtual assistants you clear your schedule and lessen the workload all around. This makes it possible for you to pick out would-be errors and see more of your patients.
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In summary when you spread out the workload you get;
<ul>
<li>More Expertise in your practice.</li>
<li>Boosts Speed of applications and claims.</li>
<li>Increased Revenue.</li>
<li>Elimination of any kind of Billing Errors.</li>
<li>Get Organized Data and Analytics.</li>
<li>Savings on Money.</li>
<li>Avoidance of Payroll Taxes.</li>
<li>Focus more on your patients.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Conclusion</h2>
With an improved billing system, you can claim without any hindrance, there is enhanced accuracy in all your administrative tasks. You also build better relations with your patients. Also, you have better cash flow protection. There is a lesser risk of not turning over a profit. This guide to&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">outsourcing dental insurance verification</a>&nbsp;can help you begin your journey.

Common Dental Billing Issues and How to Solve Them

Your dental practice caters to your patients and your income, there is a need to pay more attention to its production levels and make the necessary adjustments where need be. This helps you plan for the year.
As a busy practice owner, you hardly notice how productivity is affecting your bottom line until numbers start falling. Cancellations failed verifications, and complaints usually open your eyes to the need for a team on top of their respective tasks. Monitoring, analyzing, and adjusting your systems as well as your front staff make it easy for the advancements of your practice.
<h2>Improving your Dental Practice&rsquo;s Productivity</h2>
When you think of a productive practice you envision an increased number of treatments as well as improved services and products available to patients and customers. With this in mind, you can now start thinking about the various factors that contribute to how well your dental practice is performing.
Some of the factors that greatly affect your productivity lay beyond your dental chair. Online presence is one of the biggest factors. Patient reviews, social media presence and engagements all play a huge part in increasing your productivity. An improved experience on this front earns you more trust from your patients and in most instances almost assures you frequent loyal appointments from the same patient and a good referral. In addition, the same reviews will steer you in the right direction when aiming to make changes to your practice for the better.
<ol>
<li> The patient is king.</li>
</ol>
How you interact with your patients is the BIGGEST productivity factor for your practice. From the time your receptionist picks up a call from your patient he or she is already creating a mental picture of your practice and how they think they will feel after their treatment there.
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To ensure a long-lasting first impression you need to invest in properly training your &lsquo; front-line staff&rsquo; for exceptional customer service. To make this simpler for you make sure your staff is well versed in the;
<ul>
<li>Interactive listening techniques</li>
<li>Deriving concern/detail of what the patients are saying.</li>
<li>Incorporate text-type platform as most prefer to communicate through SMS</li>
</ul>
<ol start="2">
<li> Lessen Patient Wait-Time</li>
</ol>
As patients start rolling into your practice minimizing their wait time is the best way to improve your productivity. The less time they spent in your waiting room the more patients you see in your dental chair and the better impression you make on your patients.
Communication will also help you achieve this. Be upfront with a patient about their wait time. Giving them this heads-up will be much appreciated by your patients and will also give your dental team a target time to work with. Meeting the time to a dot might be difficult but make sure you work within the time offered to the patient. A minute or two late is in some cases acceptable.
<ol start="3">
<li> Confirm Appointments</li>
</ol>
Time management is important in improving productivity. Confirmation of appointments makes your practice more credible.&nbsp; This will also help you&nbsp; make a plan for the day knowing which patients are coming, which patients have rescheduled and which patients have cancelled ( though we want to avoid the last one)
Your patients are also busy people who are prone to forgetting. As such it is important to give them gentle reminders that will keep them on track and your practice working within its scheduled times.
<ol start="4">
<li> Assess Patient Feedback.</li>
</ol>
Customer service and marketing make for good productive factors for any dental practice. Establishing your presence on directory listing and social media increases the amount of feedback you can receive from current and potential patients.
While analyzing this might seem like something you can do, make it a team effort to boost the morale of your dental team. This will also help you with a broader point of view from your various team members.
The Internet has become the biggest influencer in the world. This means patients have a platform to share their thoughts and opinions at the push of a button. Patients are gained, maintained, or lost as quickly as it takes to type one bad review or quicker still when they see bad online ratings. Engagement on your sites is mandatory if you want to build a loyal patient base and improve practice productivity.
<ol start="5">
<li> Treatment Costs</li>
</ol>
According to the ADA, the&nbsp;costs of dental treatments are the primary reason adults indicate why they do not want to book an appointment at a dental office in the next 12 months. Coupled with discrimination from insurance service providers plays a huge part in encouraging or discouraging patients from booking appointments with your practice. All of which affect the bottom line and productivity of your dental practice.
You can counter this by offering your costs upfront so the patient can make an informed decision on the treatment they need and how much they are willing to pay for it. Help the patient understand how much is needed and&nbsp;what is covered by their insurer.
<ol start="6">
<li> Improve your Dental Office outlook.</li>
</ol>
Your dental office is your second home. Like any home, it should be presentable to welcome visitors at any given moment and leave a positive impression. Having a well-designed and organized office goes a long way in making sure there is a smooth workflow not to mention how much it helps sway the decision of a potential patient.
The outlook of your office goes beyond furniture and design. The culture of your dental team adds to the atmosphere that is in your practice. This doesn&rsquo;t only make the patient more comfortable, but it makes your dental team more eager to come to work in a well-maintained and orderly workspace. All of which translates to better production all-around in your practice.
<ol start="7">
<li> Professional Morning Meetings</li>
</ol>
We know! Morning huddles can be a bore and to some can even appear as a waste of time. This isn&rsquo;t so. How you start the morning sets the tone for the rest of the day, which sets the tone for how productive your practice will be that same day. Morning meetings help to put your staff on the same page. This results in better team coordination as well as physical confirmation.
How can you best start your morning meeting?
<ul>
<li>Go through the emergency patient protocol for the day.</li>
<li>Look into any clashing appointment reschedules or follow-ups needed.</li>
<li>What Handoffs or deliveries are expected during the day?</li>
</ul>
<ol start="8">
<li> Simplify Billing</li>
</ol>
This is 2023 and to tell you to automate your billing would seem redundant, but we are going to say it anyway. Automated billing makes a world of difference in practice management. Please find the best up-to-date billing systems that can be employed for your practice and keep it all seamless.
<ol start="9">
<li> <a href="https://supportdds.com/rcm">Improved Payment Platforms&nbsp;</a></li>
</ol>
Now that your billing is sorted make the payment process itself easier. Your patients will appreciate an array of payment methods and acceptance of all banking services from your practice. This will also make it easier to improve cash flow and make your practice as productive as possible.
<ol start="10">
<li>Date Dental tech Supplies</li>
</ol>
Dental technology is ever-evolving. Making your practice more productive and treating your now rising patient base needs you to <a href="https://globalimagingusa.com/">invest in the best dental tech support</a>. No! This doesn&rsquo;t mean giving up an arm and a leg in buying it. There are insourcing partners that can help you get the very best tech support at a fraction of your would-be budget.
<ol start="11">
<li> Show your team they are appreciated.</li>
</ol>
The critical element in implementing all the productive advancements mentioned above is your dental staff. They know they are appreciated but always strive to give them a little more motivation. Offer your team small incentives to show them that they are an important part of the practice. Rewarding punctuality, increasing patient numbers, and reaching targeted goals goes a long way in increasing productivity in your dental practice.
In Conclusion
There are endless ways to increase productivity in your practice. From office appeal to the advancement of your dental team. Dental support companies like SupportDDS make sure you get the above results and more while saving you time and money.
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What You Can Do To Increase Productivity In Your Dental Office

2023 is rolling on and it has a lot of changes and adjustments for the average dental practice. This makes it challenging for dental practices to operate at capacity all while getting teams up-to-speed with the various changes that have been made to the way they operate on a day today.
To get your practice up to speed we have come up with a few tips that will help you keep your dental office moving smoothly and relieve some of the pressure your dental team is facing. All in an effort to give your patients the best oral health care and take your practice further.
<h2>Who can work and when?</h2>
We want to see a full appointments list but at this time it is advisable to screen who can be seen in your practice and when. Profile your patients in order of who needs the most attention and how quickly a procedure can be carried out. This will help you clear the waiting room quicker and possibly have you seeing a desirable number of patients in a day.
<h2>Even more communication with your patients.</h2>
Fact! Patients cannot always visit your enquiries desk. As such invest in constant communication with your patients. Have regular updates in the form of social media messages (Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter). Keep patients in the know of any regulations that affect them. Also let patients know any change that will change the way they will be received or treated in your practice.
This extends to the way patients who do reach out to you will be treated. Your team needs to be trained on tone and words to use so as to keep a patient calm. The last thing your practice needs is a flood of panicking patients with more questions than they had before.
<h2>What is an emergency and how will you take care of it?</h2>
It seems simple but to a patient anything unusual health-wise is an emergency. Your practice needs to have clear outlines of what constitutes an emergency. Once that has been done have a clear provision put in place for when such an emergency happens.
<h2>Make sure you have enough supplies for your scheduled patients</h2>
As patients start rolling in it is easy to get overwhelmed.&nbsp; Look at the supplies you need for the various procedures you have scheduled. Make sure they are enough to cater for all the procedures scheduled.
<h2>Expand your Services</h2>
At this point, you need to gain a competitive edge. Take the time to know and try to meet the patient's needs. This will ensure your practice has what the patient needs exactly when they need it. Saving you on time and ensuring resources are channelled where needed most.
<h2>Customize your working hours</h2>
Your team can only take so much pressure before they start buckling under. You need to devise a timesheet that maximizes productivity.
<ul>
<li>Create an effective booking system.</li>
<li>Keep flexible hours that better serve patients in the morning or as the day ends give a break to you and your staff.</li>
<li>Create patient policies that need 24-hour cancellation notices.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Reinvent your Scheduling Solutions</h2>
Online scheduling is your best bet now. Your patients cannot afford to come in and see you. They need to schedule their appointments online. Making this process as easy as possible keeps your practice efficient and wins you, new patients, easily.
If your practice can easily be found online and an appointment can be made your scheduling is top-notch. If not, this is a call to look at your online solutions and how they can be improved.
<h2>Get an all-in-one support system.&nbsp;</h2>
Outsourcing has proven to be an invaluable support system for most dental businesses over time. There is absolutely no limit to the number of rolls you can outsource. Some of the more popular rolls have been ;
<ul>
<li>Director of first impressions</li>
<li>Insurance verification</li>
<li>Dental billing</li>
<li>Revenue cycle management and many more.</li>
</ul>
This means you can get a virtual team member to take on the tasks that are weighing you and your team down.
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<h3>Conclusion</h3>
Your dental practice needs to realize its full potential. To do so you need to revamp the way you manage your schedules and your team.&nbsp;
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Office Tips And Ideas for Todays Dental Office

Dentistry, like any other business, has its competitive streak. You are a great dentist and most likely have a host of loyal patients. The problem is your competing dentists are offering attractive offers to their patients as well as yours. This means you are going to have to invest more in making your dentistry stand out if you intend to <a href="https://supportdds.com/blogs/improve_your_patient_retention_in_5_easy_steps.">improve your patient retention</a>.
Luckily we have come up with a few tips to help you stand out and increase your profile while attracting new patients
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Get visual!</h2>
Your logo and everything your patients see can draw them or repel them from your practice. Make all your visual content innovative, current and relatable.
Consider getting a professional designer to do a cost-effective revamp of your visuals and turn your patient's heads.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Reviews are key.</h2>
Creating a good relationship with patients starts by knowing what they have to say about you. Patient reviews are very important as they will give you a perfect picture of what you are doing right and most importantly what you can do better.
Urge your clients to leave reviews. In return respond to these reviews and reassure them that they are important to you and you&rsquo;re doing all you can to be better for them.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;Make SEO work for you.</h2>
Search Engine Optimization is making your content rank high on online searches. From the reviews, you should have a good idea of what people search for the most. This makes modifying your content easier and your content optimized for your patients. This makes your brand the go-to for patients, also making it a brand they highly recommend.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Have Sincerity</h2>
Your brand is your identity to patients old and new. While we advocate for innovation and creativity, we advise you to keep your brand relatable and sincere. Take the time to answer questions and respond to comments on social media. Create competitions and interactive games. Give your brand personality patients can relate to.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Outsource.</h2>
Trying to juggle building a brand and managing your appointments is demanding. Hiring a dedicated team member for this is draining on your resources &hellip; or is it? <a href="https://supportdds.com/blogs/overcome_your_staffing_issues_with_outsourcing.">Outsourcing virtual team members</a> to manage your repetitive and time-consuming tasks gives you an experienced administrator at a saving.
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<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Conclusion. </h2>
Building your brand is going to take dedication and patients. We believe if you take the time to follow the above tips you will have the competitive edge that will make your dental brand stand out in the crowd
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Enhance your dental brand and stand out in a crowd.

<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">What is Dental SEO?</h2>
<a href="https://eternitymarketing.com/digital-marketing/">Search engine optimization (SEO)</a>&nbsp;is a marketing technique that aims to increase online traffic to your practice website. The more traffic your website gets the more aware patients are of the services you offer and the more business you get.
Dental practices and organizations are not spared from optimizing their websites so that they get more clients. SEO for dentists usually involves:
<ul style="text-align: justify;">
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Relevant, keyword-rich content.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Tracking and getting ahead of listings.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Managing online reviews.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Optimizing website performance.</li>
</ul>
As a dentist, you might be wondering why SEO is important for you and your practice. After all, you have already had patients that know and come to you regularly. In this article we have come up with some of our top reasons why SEO is important for your dental practice:
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Visibility and Branding</h2>
Dentistry is a business, and like any business, you are always on the lookout for new clients to grow. SEO allows your dental brand to be easily visible to potential patients. If your dental practice ranks higher in searches, then most people will notice you before they see your competition.
If SEO is properly employed your practice will rank high on searches due to relevant keywords. This will almost guarantee that patients will want to visit your practice as it will have relevant information and services that they will be looking for.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;"><a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/2020/10714/">Build Trust and Credibility</a></h2>
One of the many elements of an optimized website is to have quality content that is relevant, honest and informative. Once your website shows that it has a lot of value addition to those online then you will rank higher on online searches.
Most important however is the fact that your dentistry would have proven to be a credible source of information that patients can trust. 
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Get ahead of your competition</h2>
With SEO you can make use of online tools to compare your efforts to those of the competition. With this, you can see if there is a need for you to better your efforts or simply create new marketing strategies to get ahead of the competition.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Higher ROI</h2>
SEO can increase your Return On Investments (ROI) like many other marketing efforts do. Through SEO you can market your service and insights to potential patients as they are looking for relevant products or services.
Through SEO your website and content are recommended and appear first when your patients are at their most attentive. This means they will be exposed to your material first before they tire of their online scrolling and searching.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Cost-effectiveness</h2>
SEO has proven to be a long-term cost-effective way of marketing. If properly implemented, a well-optimized website will rank high on google searches for months or years with minimum maintenance.
Since users will already be searching for what you offer you do not need to spend time trying to get potential patients to look at your marketing material. With SEO you save on time and resources as you will be present on platforms that your patients already frequent.
<h3 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Conclusion</h3>
When done right, good SEO can improve the reach of your practice in ways few other marketing efforts can.&nbsp; It can provide your practice with more&nbsp;visibility, credibility, traffic, better branding, a better reputation, and a higher ROI.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing&nbsp;<a href="http://www.globalbpsolutions.com/">company</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a> for dental practices. Moreover, we offer both short and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.

The importance of SEO in dental practice marketing.

To have a successful practice you must have patients. The more you offer a well-rounded and good service to these patients the&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/how-to-build-a-good-relationship-with-your-patients/">better your recommendations and ability to get more patients</a>. The problem however is how to hang on to your existing patients. Patient recommendations to your new potential patients help grow your practice.
Achieving good patient retention takes planning and strategic execution. This article gives you some simple tips on retaining your patients and ensuring your practice rises to the top of the recommendation list.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Get to know your patients.</h2>
We know, with your hectic schedule that sounds like an impossible task. Create a filing system with a section dedicated to a patient&rsquo;s issues, anxieties, and concerns. This will make a patient feel appreciated and even calm them before a procedure. With the personal knowledge of a patient, the dentist will appear as a friend and not a robotic professional.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">&nbsp;Communicate in a way your patient understands</h2>
Again this is more work than usual but we guarantee you the results will make it all worth it. As you meet and know your patients you will learn that some require more attention than others. This means as a dentist you need to train your team on how to handle these exceptional patients. If a person is of a nervous disposition then maybe a one-on-one with the dentist is recommended to calm them down before a procedure. This kind of specified communication is key to making sure you <a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/online-reputation-management-and-its-impact-on-your-business/">retain that patient and get a great review for many more to come</a>.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Introduce flexible payment plans</h2>
<a href="https://www.dentalclaimsupport.com/ultimate-guide-dental-billing">Billing and collections are vital for the survival of your practice</a>. How do you improve your collections and retain your patients? Introduce payment methods that are flexible for patients and financially beneficial to your practice. This makes it easier for patients to come in for treatments knowing there are several ways to sort out their bills.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Improve your front desk.</h2>
Your front desk is where everyone gets the longest-lasting impression of your practice. This means you and your team need to make this impression a good one always. Invest in proper front desk training and make sure that there is never a time that a person walks into your practice and finds it empty. Front desk management goes beyond being physically present to attend to your patients. Handling phone calls and call-on-hold times play a greater part in the impression your patient will have of you.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Be on time</h2>
Time is an important thing to both dentist and the patient. Keeping a well-structured patient schedule will help you with patient retention. If you plan your day accordingly your patients will feel prioritized. Emergencies happen and if your time management is good patients will turn to you for all their oral care issues.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Get help</h2>
The thought of extra help frightens many practice owners as this usually means spending money. What if we told you there was a way to get a well-rounded virtual team member at a fraction of your current employment cost? Outsourcing your practice processes ensures that you get a professional handling your tasks at a cheaper cost while improving your productivity.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Patient retention simplified</h2>
Patient retention has many positive ripple effects on your practice. Dental practices can save a lot in expenses if they have a loyal patient base and a good referral system in place. Patient retention offers something money cannot buy, that is an honest opinion of your practice.
<h3 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Conclusion</h3>
A good reputation can never be emphasized enough. To have a well-running practice you need to make sure you have patients that can vouch for you and make you a recommendation of choice to all they know.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing company that&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a> for dental practices. Moreover, we offer both short and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.
<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/contact-us/">Contact us today.</a>

Improve your patient retention in 5 easy steps.

We are way past the pandemic but its effects are still with us. One such effect has been termed the &ldquo;Great Resignation&rdquo; and it has greatly affected the labour market in 2022. Many people started actively looking for better employment opportunities with many preferring remote work to conventional employment
The dental industry has also been hard hit by this Great resignation. The shortages in staff have put tremendous pressure on office managers and dental businesses as a whole. In this article, we look at a solution that can help your dental business get back on track in no time.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Speaking of time, let us save you some.</h2>
Office managers are swamped! With hardly enough time to handle all tasks needed in a day, we do not think they will have the time to search for and find candidates. <a href="https://supportdds.com/time">Outsourcing offers a solution to this</a>.
When you outsource your recruitment you have a team of qualified recruiters do the background checks and training. This means you are presented with potential recruits that all meet your desired needs.
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<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Outsource your way.</h2>
Outsourcing has evolved a lot through the years. You can now get services tailored made to your needs. If you need a team member that simply helps with verification, then that is what you will get and pay for.
In addition, you get the service you require for as long as you need it and not a moment longer. This gives you full control of the entire outsourcing process. You hire the team member of your choice to do the tasks you choose for as long. As you choose.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Save on costs</h2>
When you outsource, you are getting a much-needed addition to your team without the added expenses. Because your team member is on a virtual platform, you do not have to meet most costs that you get when hiring an in-house team member.
Outsourcing with SupportDDS, you get a dedicated team member who will be furnished with all the equipment they need to do your tasks well. &nbsp;can save you up to 70% of the cost it would take to have an in-house team member. These are resources you can dedicate to the growth of your dental business.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Outsource in 5 simple steps</h2>
Getting a dedicated, trained, and experienced virtual team member has never been simpler.
<ol style="text-align: justify;">
<li>You submit a job description to your <a href="supportdds">outsourcing company</a>.</li>
<li>They review all resumes/CVs &amp; choose the top candidates.</li>
<li>They set up video interviews.</li>
<li>You select the best person for the job.</li>
<li>The hiring process begins.</li>
</ol>
<h3 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Survive the great resignation.</h3>
Surviving the great resignation takes innovative thinking and a little patience. With outsourcing, you get to leverage readily available virtual teams for the advantage of your dental business. Get ahead of the recruitment line by getting in touch with us today.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit; font-size: 15px;" href="http://www.globalbpsolutions.com/">company</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit; font-size: 15px;" href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a> for dental practices. We provide short- and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.
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Outsource your dental practice through the Great Resignation.

2022 is rolling out fast, and your practice needs to be on its A-game this year. To get the most out of your practice, you need to make sure it is working as one efficient machine. We have come up with a few fundamental tips that your practice can adopt to make sure you kick the year off on a good note that will set the tone for the rest of the year.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Your front desk needs to be alert.&nbsp;</h2>
The first interaction between a patient and your office is most commonly at the front desk. It might be the telephone or a physical appointment your patient&rsquo;s impression of your practice is determined by the few minutes they spent at this part of your practice.&nbsp;
Your dental team needs to know how to quickly access patients&rsquo; data and professionally communicate with them. Patients need to feel taken care of from the moment they walk into the practice to the moment they leave.&nbsp;
It is also important that your front desk be able to deal with any issue that may arise during the time they are attending to the patient. Avoid using definitive words like &lsquo;no&rsquo; or reflecting a patient&rsquo;s mood or tone. Your front desk must be able to defuse any situation before it escalates.&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/2021/14291/">Patient retention</a>&nbsp;starts at the front desk.&nbsp;
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Never keep a patient waiting&nbsp;</h2>
The dentist appointment stairs different emotions in patients. Keeping your patients in your waiting room for too long can create a bad reputation for your practice.
Communication is key between your dental team and your patients in cases where a patient must wait till their turn with the dentist. Your team must make it clear that they will be attended in a certain period, for example, 15 minutes.&nbsp;
This eases the patients as they will know how long their wait will be. If the time is to be extended then it should be communicated to the patients as well so that they do not feel as if they will be in the waiting indefinitely in your practice.&nbsp;
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Embrace Virtual Teams&nbsp;</h2>
As patients start pouring in your physical team will undoubtedly become overwhelmed.&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/">Outsourcing your minor dental practice processes can save you a lot of time and costs</a>. When you outsource you get an added team member that will take care of all of the processes that take your team away from your patients.&nbsp;
This is an advantage to your practice as outsourcing is on a virtual platform. This means your method cuts the costs of having a physical member in your practice, these include getting new equipment, transport and other benefits.&nbsp;
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Improve Communication among your team.&nbsp;</h2>
To improve efficiency in your practice, there must be clear and uninterrupted communication among your team. This means from the front desk to the back end, teams there should be a synergy in the workflow. Doing so saves time and allows you to focus on your patients.
Create a communication system that can be accessed from anywhere in the office. That ensures that no one misses a message that was intended for them because they weren&rsquo;t at a post. This should apply to the process of patient information. There should be a quick flow of communication between the doctor and front office staff to cut the waiting times.&nbsp;
Invest in intercom systems or instant messaging apps and software within the office. Train your team on these and other technologies that you introduce into the practice.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Embracing these and other systems will undoubtedly improve your practice efficiency.
<h2 style="text-align: justify; line-height: 1.5;">Keep your tech up-to-date.&nbsp; &nbsp;</h2>
There is a no bigger enemy of efficiency than machinery that is slow or out of date. Updating your machinery doesn&rsquo;t need to be an expensive thing. Your practice can get <a href="https://globalimagingusa.com/">quality recertified dental machinery</a>&nbsp;that is guaranteed to be reliable and affordable for your practice.&nbsp;
Getting new machinery isn&rsquo;t all your practice can do, you can keep your existing machinery updated by engaging professionals who will assess, advise and help you&nbsp;<a href="https://simbasupport.com/">keep your dental tech systems up-to-date</a>&nbsp;
Conclusion
From office appeal to the advancement of your dental team, there are endless ways to increase the productivity of your practice.&nbsp; Dental support companies, like SupportDDS, make sure your practice sees tangible results in revenue, patient satisfaction, and practice productivity.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing&nbsp;<a href="http://www.globalbpsolutions.com/">company</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<a href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a> for dental practices. Moreover, we provide short- and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.

Top tips to increase your practice efficiency .

One of the best things you can do is provide your team with the resources they need to produce their best work. But what do you do when your financial options are limited? Read this to see how refurbished equipment may be a good solution for you.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">1. Debt and expense reduction</h2>
One of the biggest concerns when looking to replace or add to your dental equipment is the cost. A particularly sensitive budget will often not be able to withstand the pressures of buying brand new equipment. In addition, the purchase may divert funds from other expenses the practice cannot afford to neglect such as salaries and the cost of keeping equipment sterile.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">2. Avoid faulty brands</h2>
Refurbished and older equipment are safer buying options as they are often tried, tested and true. By the time you get a refurbished piece of equipment you can be sure that the brand and make have withstood the test of use and time. An added benefit is that you can skip recalls which sometimes happen with newly released brand models. An additional recertification process works to improve the machinery as it means it can perform its original function the same as a new unit would.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">3. Reduced risk</h2>
Used machinery can be risky unless you buy the right one. Be sure that when you buy you opt for recertified, refurbished equipment from reputable sellers. Also knowing the difference between used, refurbished and recertified is also important as each means something different to the quality of equipment you purchase.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">4. Helps your practice go green&nbsp;</h2>
Reusing old equipment helps your company go green. Using refurbished digital imaging equipment helps you reduce your environmental impact without having to make greater changes that may be difficult to implement within your organization.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">What Other Options Do You Have?</h3>
You could also choose to lease dental digital equipment. However leasing means you will have a recurring expense in your budget and you will also be liable for any damage to the equipment during the lease term. Owning the equipment is a better option as you will not be answerable to a third party for its state. Moreover leasing generally has a higher overall cost than buying outright.

REASONS TO BUY REFURBISHED DENTAL IMAGING EQUIPMENT

Utilization of technology and A.I. continues to accelerate at a rapid pace in the dental industry. This trend will continue with the objective to solve problems while decreasing human intervention. Most technology is cost effective and beneficial; however, we have seen that it is not 100% automated and requires an analysis and manual input of required variables to acquire the desired results. Complementing an organizations&rsquo; technology platforms can be successfully supported and augmented with remote/virtual teams to maximize the results and ROI.
Today, multiple platforms are being leveraged in most dental offices and organizations. These can be quite cumbersome to your existing team, requiring the adequate amount of time and resources to evaluate the data and to implement the &ldquo;plan of action&rdquo;. By utilizing remote/virtual teams, you can manage multiple platforms without having any (or at least as many) &ldquo;slip through the cracks&rdquo;. Organizations spend thousands of dollars annually for the privilege to utilize these technology platforms, it is financially responsible and critical to maximize the results.
The current state of the economy, as well as future mitigation of recessionary environments, can allow for the reduction in operational costs while increasing your overall performance. This can allow margin for growth in an otherwise &ldquo;unkind&rdquo; environment. Savings with Support DDS have historically and consistently proven to range from 55-70%.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Efficiency with your technology and operational systems can have profound and life-changing effects on your team. These benefits have shown to include:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Elevation of your team as they perform the roles they were hired for and have the maximum ROI for your group or practice.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Leveraging allows for growth and expansion during otherwise turbulent environments. While others are scaling back, you are being opportunistic.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Remote/Virtual teams can be instrumental in assisting with developing, updating and documenting your operational processes. Many that were relevant even 12 months ago, may need tweaking, or in many cases may not even exist due to rapid growth/expansion.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Detailed, accurate and timely reporting can help you make strategic decisions about the past and the future. Remote/virtual teams can be essential in gathering data and report formatting.</li>
</ul>
There are a variety of areas to consider when deciding to leverage remote/virtual teams. Support DDS has been successful with implementation of teams for a variety of A.I. platforms and the traditional positions. You may have dedicated teams focused on one area, or one team member with multiple platform oversight. Some, but not all include:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Excellence in phone skills/missed calls with&nbsp;Patient Prism&nbsp;technology</li>
<li aria-level="1">Director of First Impressions</li>
<li aria-level="1">Scheduling of new patients</li>
<li aria-level="1">Insurance Verifications</li>
<li aria-level="1">In-House membership plans like&nbsp;Dental HQ</li>
<li aria-level="1">Re-Care systems</li>
<li aria-level="1">Revenue Cycle Management supporting technology like&nbsp;Abella</li>
<li aria-level="1">Bookkeeping/Accounting independently or using a partner like&nbsp;Pro-Fi 20/20</li>
<li aria-level="1">I.T. help desk and project management</li>
<li aria-level="1">Digital Marketing/social media</li>
<li aria-level="1">Reviews and online performance like&nbsp;Unify Dental</li>
<li aria-level="1">Case follow-up and marketing with&nbsp;Real Talk Selling&nbsp;training and tools</li>
</ul>
Bottom line, A.I. and technology are amazing and will even get better. Complimenting with remote/virtual teams can assist with maximizing those tools and most importantly, allowing your team to FOCUS on what&rsquo;s important&hellip;Your guest(patient)!
Elevate your team, maximize your tools, and reduce the cost while GROWing!
Written by J.W. Oliver Jr. , Managing Partner at SupportDDS.com

MERGING TECHNOLOGY WITH REMOTE TEAMS

As a dental business owner, you need effective revenue cycle management. This comes as no surprise as you are no doubt familiar with the challenges of dental billing. Patient loads and overdue accounts receivables make billing a difficult area for your dental business.
The success of your practice depends on a reliable and efficient revenue stream. This means you need to have effective collection procedures in place. This ensures that you get full reimbursements and better patient retention. This is why we have put together a few effective tips you can use to make sure you improve your dental practice billing and get the most out of your business.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Adhere to &nbsp;Dental&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.dentistrysupport.com/post/2022cdtcodes">ADA Codes</a></h2>
In 2022 there were new ADA codes that made dealing with cross-coding patients easier than before. To make sure that your practice makes the most of these new codes and improves the billing you need to familiarize yourself with them.
This knowledge coupled with the right software will see you being able to deal with a wider range of dental-medical patients and realizing significant financial benefits for your practice. You, however, need to make sure that all your codes are accurate and up-to-date always if you want to be adequately reimbursed.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Keep your payment systems updated</h2>
Your dental business relies on the revenue it generates. This means you need to structure your fees to maintain optimal cash flow. Here are a few pointers to help you achieve that ;
<ul>
<li>Make sure your coding is accurate.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Communicate with patients.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Review your contracts with carriers.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Outsource your billing procedures.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
With these measures put in place, you are in a position to make the necessary adjustments to improve your revenue cycle.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Take advantage of teledentistry</h2>
<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://supportdds.com/2020/9515/">Tele dentistry</a>&nbsp;is not new to dental practices. It has come highly recommended in several cases. It entails using electronic technology to communicate with your patients. This could be anything from social media to a basic telephone call.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Outsource your revenue cycle management</h2>
Outsourcing has been proven to give you trained personnel at a fraction of the mainstream price. This means you will be getting a professional team member at a saving. With outsourcing you will also be getting an invaluable addition to your team . what this means is you will have effectively improved the efficiency of your dental business by investing in outsourcing.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">In conclusion</h3>
To have a successful practice you need to have patients that trust but you also need those trusting patients to pay their dues. Outstanding payments do not only hurt your bottom line but they also become a distraction as they make you move away from your main task.

HOW TO OPTIMIZE YOUR DENTAL BUSINESS REVENUE CYCLE

After careful planning and perfect execution, your business Is growing faster and better with each quarter. With this growth comes a problem that plagues any growing business, staffing.
We understand that when you have a growing business the last thing you need is to be short-staffed when your patients need you to be attentive to them the most. This article discusses and explains how outsourcing can help you overcome staffing issues at any level of your business growth journey.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Get the best personnel from anywhere on the globe</h2>
Outsourcing is the business process of giving tasks to an external team or team member. With this business process, you will have some of the best, skilled personnel handling your business processes. That&rsquo;s not all, all this is done on a remote platform which means you can get professionals from anywhere on the globe to come in and support your team.
There is no limit to what you can give to your outsourced team member. This means from front office to patient care you can get the perfect staffer for your dental business.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Save on setup costs</h2>
Outsourcing is on a virtual platform. This means you can save on setup and equipment costs. When you outsource with SupportDDS, your virtual team member comes with a state-of-the-art workstation.
What this means is all you do is assign tasks and your outsourced team member will have the perfect tools to take care of them. As a bonus team members can work the same hours you do or on a slightly different schedule to keep your business running a little longer.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Use the latest systems on the market</h2>
To have maximum efficiency In your dental business, you need to invest in the latest management software. This Is where outsourcing has an advantage. An outsourced team member will have all their systems updated and ready to serve you.
This will help you keep your dental business&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://supportdds.com/2022/16170/">HIPAA compliant</a>, in addition,&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://supportdds.com/2019/8526/">your data will be kept safe at all times</a>.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Get staffing as and when you need it</h2>
Outsourcing with SupportDDS offers you your systems your way approach. This means you will get only the services you need, as you them for as long as you need them. There are no hidden clauses and you will pay for the services you use. The greatest part is you can cancel your subscription at any time and resume when you please.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">The Bottom Line</h3>
Outsourcing is a worthwhile investment in solving your staffing problems. When you partner with SupportDDS we will. Help you get the perfect fit for your team. Our team members are dedicated to excellence in all they do. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed we strongly recommend you turn to outsource to improve the efficiency of your dental business.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="http://www.globalbpsolutions.com/">company</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://supportdds.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a>&nbsp;for dental practices. Moreover, we provide both short and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.

OVERCOME YOUR STAFFING ISSUES WITH OUTSOURCING.

2020 brought changes the world has never seen, and we are confident we will never see again! But the facts of 2022 and into 2023 are, and will be overwhelming in the hiring difficulties and lack of resources/human capital!
 Every difficulty always presents an amazing opportunity! (someone said I&rsquo;m sure) The past two years have seen a great many changes happening worldwide as individuals and companies alike responded to the pandemic and the fallout that came with it. Problems such as staffing shortages and stressful working conditions at first appeared to be superficial with the annual resignation rate peaking at 42.2 million in 2019. The difficulties appeared to have lessened when the 2020 resignation rate declined to roughly 35.8 million as people chose to stay at their places of work due to the uncertainty and financial fears brought on by the covid- 19 pandemic.
 However, the work from home phenomenon soon stabilized and created its own challenges within the employment field. With the immediate dangers of covid-19 having all but disappeared in the USA, the resignation rate rose to an alarming 47.2 million in 2021 and rising.
 Staffing shortages are challenges and one of the major problems faced within the dental industry. Practices saw an overwhelming rise in demand for both health and cosmetic services as soon as the pandemic began to let up, leading to an estimated 25% shortfall in dental staffing. Organizations that refused to take note of, and act upon employment issues, were the hardest hit. This contributed to the estimated 1.4 million workers in the healthcare industry who voluntarily quit their jobs. While this widened the resource gap, it has proven to be a great opportunity for practices and individuals to &ldquo;shake things up&rdquo; and adopt changes that were needed by the dental industry, just not yet embraced. (Ironic how a pandemic became the mother of necessity.)
 Remote/Virtual Team Members One innovative and welcome change is the global expansion of the current resource pool to include highly skilled/educated workers based in different geographical locations through what we have termed as &ldquo;insourcing&rdquo;. SupportDDS has leveraged the university educated, &ldquo;Queens English&rdquo; speaking resources in Zimbabwe Africa, to make a true global impact in the dental community.
 Insourcing is our proven method of solving open/under-resourced positions in the dental practices and DSO organizations who might otherwise still be reeling from team member shortages that have been exasperated during the past 2+ years. It serves as a channel to update traditional working structures to a more innovative/progressive and cost-efficient format that other industries have utilized for decades. Insourcing focuses on getting the right people, in the right seats, working on specific tasks that have been under-resourced by internal teams who can now focus on high priority tasks and duties. This &ldquo;elevates&rdquo; your team to focus on the roles that render the highest ROI and guest(patient) care.
 Organizations now have the option to streamline their operations having pre-trained/qualified individuals tackle the tasks they were best suited to perform. This is a welcome change to absorb tasks like Insurance verifications, EOB&rsquo;s, billing and collections, scheduling, hygiene re- care, accounting/bookkeeping, and our all-time favorite is the Director of First Impressions (new Guest/patient calls).
 Insourcing brings the ability to find immediate trained and qualified team members, (from initial call to start date in as little as 5 business days), while reducing the overhead and associated compensation costs estimated at up to a 60% savings. This is even a greater savings/percentage when you factor in office space, IT equipment hard costs, healthcare costs, leave time, vacation, etc&hellip;
Opportunity for Upgraded Culture Many factors encouraged more progressive practices to review the work from home environments. Dental practices that had traditionally hired team members to report physically to work, now embraced remote options. These organizations became more attractive to team members who may have otherwise left for more flexible working conditions. Apart from virtual work, hybrid working conditions such as those including partial work-from-home scheduling also lessened the stress and pressures that were causing some of the voluntary resignations. These events make one thing clear: traditional working setups no longer work as well as they did in prior decades. People now demand greater flexibility from their employment options, while exercising their power to get the best work-life-balance possible. The great resignation has served to clarify the misconception that money solves all. Skilled workers want to be remunerated in accordance with their qualifications, but many other factors influence their choices; family, stress, faith values, and how short life really is are just a few.
What&rsquo;s the way forward? Workplace flexibility and willingness to use technological solutions such as remote/virtual teams, (again think &ldquo;insourcing&rdquo;) can be used to offset the rising costs and staffing shortages Time will tell which organizations will rise above the &ldquo;great resignation&rdquo; and turn it into an opportunity to leverage growth and elevate their teams.
 J.W. Oliver is Managing partner for SupportDDS.com which is part of ZimWorX.com

EXPLODING VS IMPLODING

Like most industries, the dental industry has experienced quite a few changes and updates in its technologies. One of these developments is the introduction of CBCT scanning equipment After decades spent exposing ourselves to small doses of radiation each time we get an x-ray done, we now have dental imaging equipment providing us with an even healthier option: CBCT scans.&nbsp;
A cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) system provides a dentist with a 3D view of a patient&rsquo;s&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/medical-x-ray-imaging/dental-cone-beam-computed-tomography#description">dental (teeth); oral and maxillofacial region (mouth, jaw, and neck); and ears, nose, and throat (&ldquo;ENT&rdquo;)</a>. In addition, it provides a view of the soft tissue and also provides information on any work done prior.&nbsp;
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Why Choose CBCT Scan Over X-Ray?</h3>
Regular x-ray imaging provides less information to any dental professional seeking to examine and design a treatment plan for their patient. On the other hand, the CBCT scanning system provides additional information such as soft tissue and procedure history due to the multi-dimansional view provided unlike with a 2D x-ray scan. These pieces of information can help establish a better treatment plan and avoid treatments that may not combine well.&nbsp;
The benefits of this scan over regular scans are many, with a reduction in radiation being the chief benefit. However, the low levels of radiation do not mean that a dental patient may have more scans done than is necessary to answer clinical questions.&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.fda.gov/radiation-emitting-products/medical-x-ray-imaging/selection-patients-dental-radiographic-examinations">Guidelines for justifying dental scans</a>&nbsp;exist for this purpose so as to provide clarity to dental professionals.

WHY CHOOSE CBCT SCANS FOR DENTAL EXAMS?

Dental checkups require a visual and physical check, which made dental care difficult to provide during lockdowns. Fortunately, the industry is now in recovery, as findings from For<a style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.fortunebusinessinsights.com/dental-market-106251">tune Business Insights estimate the global dental market size</a>&nbsp;will be worth $63.93 billion by 2029. Patients are increasingly aware of conditions such as malocclusion and tooth decay, and there is likewise a growing demand for aesthetic dentistry. For dental businesses to keep up with market growth, investing in effective strategies to provide patients with better and more convenient dental services (or products) will help. In this post, we'll discuss the four strategies that can help you with that.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Automation Everyone is automating processes nowadays and for good reason. Automation offers speed, accuracy, and convenience that business owners and stakeholders can mutually enjoy. This&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.techtarget.com/searchitchannel/feature/Essential-aspects-of-MSP-automation">TechTarget feature highlights the importance of automation</a>&nbsp;in simplifying mundane tasks, so employees can focus their time and energy elsewhere.</h3>
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">For dental businesses, this may include automated text, e-mail, or app reminders for patients to schedule follow-up checkups and future appointments. This allows you to anticipate waiting times and reduce them, and even set up notification messages for queueing times. Many people avoid going to the dentist because of the wait, so eliminating this hurdle will make sure patients show up to their appointments at the right time.</h3>
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Websites or software for online scheduling can also be put to use to avoid clerical errors in setting up patient appointments, making sure patients always get the dental care they're paying for, and promptly.</h3>
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Consumer analytics Capturing and analyzing patient data can help you make better business decisions to further boost growth. This is where consumer analytics come in. A&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://online.maryville.edu/blog/consumer-analytics/">guide to consumer analytics by Maryville University</a>&nbsp;notes that the consumer analytics market is projected to grow from $5.24 billion in 2020 to $20.82 billion by 2028 &mdash; and for good reason. Consumer analytics through big data can provide detailed, in-depth insights on potential customers, allowing you to market your brand well. For dental businesses specifically, consumer analytics is especially useful for providing valuable insights on patient data. You can assess cancellations and schedules to see which customers are returning when, and which ones don't. From there, you can reach out to old customers and remind them about your services, or even get feedback as to why they're not returning.</h3>
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Referral incentive programs While referrals are a traditional approach to business growth, we're suggesting it because it simply&nbsp;works. Establishing referral incentive programs gives dental businesses a chance to reward loyal patients, as well as get new potential clients.&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://customerthink.com/principles-of-influence-to-use-in-social-media-marketing/">Insights from Arizona State University's psychology professor Robert Cialdini</a>&nbsp;indicate that social proof is a tried and tested marketing strategy. People have an easier time following things followed by the majority. Because of the medical and intimate nature of dental care, people are more willing to trust businesses that their trusted friends can vouch for. Ultimately, nobody wants a botched dental procedure, and they would more likely trust a provider who is already someone else's favorite dentist.</h3>
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Outsourcing Most dental business owners not only work on growth strategies for success, but also run business operations to ensure that everything goes well. Over time, these responsibilities may lead to fatigue or burnout, and dental business owners may end up compromising one aspect of the business over another. This is where outsourcing comes in. We've discussed this in a&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://supportdds.com/2022/16658/">SupportDDS blog post about outsourcing</a>&nbsp;as a time solution. In business, time is money, and it makes sense to dedicate enough time in all aspects of your dental business so everything runs smoothly. Outsourcing talent &mdash; and training them to fit your dental business' vision &mdash; will give you more time to handle the behind-the-scenes work that goes into your business. This will allow you to focus on developing strategies to pursue further growth.</h3>
Written exclusively for Supportdds.com
by Amy Cross

4 STRATEGIES THAT CAN HELP YOU GROW YOUR DENTAL BUSINESS

Dental billing is an important part of any dental business. This is how dental businesses get reimbursed for procedures conducted. Without a proper dental billing system put in place, your dental business or practice stands to lose a substantial amount in defaulted payments and bad claims.
In this article, we look at a few key problems that come with dental billing and the possible solutions for them. We also help gain more time and establish better revenue cycle management for the growth of your dental business. So, without further ado, let's get to the first point.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Improve your billing, improve your revenue</h2>
We have already established that good billing systems make for better revenue cycles in your business. How? When you have your claims and payments properly handled you will have fewer defaults on payments. Once this is achieved, you will realize better revenue flow in your business helping you to grow and widen the scope of your dental business.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Better billing brings better teams.</h2>
No! this doesn&rsquo;t mean you are replacing your team. When you have an improved billing system your team is given a competitive edge. Your team will have more time to spend with patients, grow their skills and build a practice culture that will improve the efficiency of your whole practice. A good billing system rids your team with time-consuming tasks, giving them more time to be a team.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Improve your patient retention</h2>
When your dental billing systems are in order your patients will experience improved, accurate and efficient service. Verifications will be handled faster and claims will be handled with almost none denied. Having a good number of patients is every dentist's goal. This becomes more achievable when good billing systems are in place.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">How do you achieve this and more?</h2>
We can go on and on about how good dental billing systems can better your dental business. The biggest question will remain. How do you achieve this level of efficiency in your dental business?
We strongly recommend outsourcing as a sure way of getting all the above solutions for your practice. When you outsource your dental billing, you are getting international expertise for your dental business at a fraction of having a full-time team member.
<h1 style="font-size: 2.5rem;">Why do we recommend outsourcing?</h1>
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Only the best for your billing.</h2>
Outsourcing your dental billing gets you the best possible virtual team member to handle your billing. SupportDDS for instance has a wide selection of university-educated and experienced candidates for your business. Outsourcing widens your selection range. You can get a team member from anywhere on the globe.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">You are in control of your selection process.</h2>
You are in total control of the selection process. SupportDDS has made selection as simple as it can be so that you can get to work faster. In 5 simple steps, you will have incorporated a virtual team member who will help your business grow
<ol>
<li>Submit a job description to us.</li>
<li>We review all resumes/CVs &amp; choose the top candidates.</li>
<li>We set up video interviews.</li>
<li>You select the best person for the job.</li>
<li>The hiring process begins.</li>
</ol>
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Save more Do more.</h2>
Outsourcing has long been the turn for businesses looking to grow while saving on operation costs. SupportDDS is no different. When you outsource with us you stand to save up to 70% on operation costs. We achieve this by providing your virtual team member with everything they need to be the best team member for your business.
Our team members are also dedicated to your business. That means when you get a team member from SupportDDS you will be working solely with that team member for as long as you need them. You can safely incorporate them into your team.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Service as you need it.</h2>
Outsourcing offers a &lsquo;Your systems, your way &lsquo;approach to doing business. What this means is you get to determine what your outsourcing experience will be like. With SupportDDS you are free from long-term contracts, giving you only the service you need, when you need it, for as long as you need it.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Tip the odds in your favour.</h3>
When Dental billing is done right you will benefit from a well-balanced practice. With an outsourced virtual team member your billing systems will benefit from the best solutions on the market while saving on operation costs.
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<h5 style="color: #595970; font-size: 1.25rem;">SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based outsourcing company that&nbsp;<a style="color: var(--linkinitialcolor);" href="https://supportrealty.com/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a>&nbsp;for businesses. Moreover, we provide both short and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.</h5>
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SIMPLIFY YOUR DENTAL BILLING

Social media has become the best communication method for all successful businesses. Research shows that many people spend a minimum of 3 hours on social media per day.
With your potential clients spending so much time on social media, you need to invest in the many platforms to get your marketing material out and connect with people, engage with them, and establish a trustful, friendly connection with potential patients
With a good social media plan and management, you can improve your patient turnaround and your revenue. So, let&rsquo;s look at the social media platforms that best benefit your practice and how you can make the most of them.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;"><a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.facebook.com/">Facebook</a></h2>
Facebook is one of the pioneering social media platforms. With nearly 2.91 billion people active on this platform daily this makes it the best place for your practice to place its marketing material and communications.
Facebook offers you a wide range of marketing services. From Facebook Ads, stories and collages this platform allow you to communicate creatively. &nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;"><a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.youtube.com/">YouTube</a></h2>
Have your patients smashing that like button and ringing the notification to get alerts whenever you put up new material with YouTube. This is a great platform for dental practices as it is the go-to for anyone looking for additional information on anything.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;"><a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.instagram.com/">Instagram</a></h2>
When it comes to brand exposure and unique marketing, your practice needs to turn to Instagram. Unlike other platforms, Instagram is built on &lsquo; out of the box &lsquo; methods of marketing. This means you can be as creative as you want while educating, informing and building awareness for your patients.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;"><a style="color: inherit;" href="http://tiktok.com/">TikTok</a></h2>
If you are looking for a platform that allows you to post videos and host live chats then TikTok is for you. This social media platform has gained popularity in the last couple of years for its versatility and ease of use.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;"><a style="color: inherit;" href="http://twitter.com/">Twitter</a></h2>
Make your dental business relevant by adding the right hashtags and following the most prominent influencers in your field. Twitter gives your business an edge as you will have access to over 230 million users daily. Showcase your services and offers with them today.
<h1 style="font-size: 2.5rem;">Why is social media so important to you?</h1>
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">You can get better patient retention.&nbsp;</h2>
As a dentist, you are always looking to attract and keep patients. Social media has become the place where your current and potential patients spend the bulk of their time.
With that in mind, you need to be active on at least one of these platforms to get the attention of your patients and keep them coming to you for all their oral health problems.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">Build Your Brand</h2>
Your dental name is a brand you need to establish, grow and maintain. To achieve this you need to keep relevant to your patients. Right now your patients refer to social media first when they have questions, want to know what is popular in dentistry and want to know whom to go to. Be online to greet them when they do.
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">&nbsp;Conclusion</h3>
Social media has become an important part of daily life. Advancements in technology have made it easier to manage the various accounts that are available to us. Build your profile and interact with your patients easier when you invest in social media for your dental business.

TOP SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS YOUR PRACTICE SHOULD BE ON.

This breast cancer awareness month is running under the theme T<a style="color: inherit; text-decoration: underline;" href="https://www.lbbc.org/get-involved/breast-cancer-awareness-month#:~:text=This%20Breast%20Cancer%20Awareness,people%20impacted%20by%20breast%20cancer.">ogether We C.A.N.</a> C.A.N. is an acronym that stands for:
C - Change the conversation
A - Assist those impacted by breast cancer to get the information they deserve and need, and
N - Nurture and build a community of support.&nbsp; This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Living&nbsp;
Year after year we have a number of drives dedicated to raising awareness and empowering those living with and affected by breast cancer.&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.iarc.who.int/news-events/current-and-future-burden-of-breast-cancer-global-statistics-for-2020-and-2040/#:~:text=Breast%20cancer%20is%20the%20most,between%20countries%20and%20world%20regions.">Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer type</a>, accounting for 1 in 8 cancer diagnoses worldwide. In 2020, there were about 2.3 million new cases of breast cancer globally and about 685 000 deaths from this disease, with large geographical variations observed between countries and world regions.
Modern medicine and technology have made the research and awareness of breast cancer better and easier than it has ever been. Though these endeavours will not end the disease in a day or a month it goes a long way to making living with breast cancer possible.
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">How can you lower the risk of breast cancer?&nbsp;</h2>
There is no universal preventative measure against breast cancer but if you follow the following steps, you can significantly lower your risk margins.&nbsp;
<ol>
<li>Watch Your Weight&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
We know, weight is talked about a lot but the effects of maintaining a healthy weight go beyond being a simple feel-good goal. If unmonitored weight gain can lead to breast cancer, especially after menopause.
<ol start="2">
<li>Be Physically Active</li>
</ol>
Exercise is recommended to all. A simple 30-minute exercise routine will lower the risk of breast cancer. Regular exercise will also help you keep your weight in check.&nbsp;
<ol start="3">
<li>Don&rsquo;t Smoke or Drink</li>
</ol>
Tobacco causes at least 15 different cancers, including breast cancer. If you smoke, try to quit as soon as possible.&nbsp;
<ol start="5">
<li>Breastfeed, If Possible</li>
</ol>
Breastfeeding has been proven to be a sure way to reduce the risk of breast cancer. For breastfeeding information or support, contact your paediatrician, hospital or local health department.
<ol start="6">
<li>Find Out Your Family History</li>
</ol>
Breast cancer can run in your family genes. This means you need to be aware if there is a long line of breast cancer in your family. Once you get this information you need to make the necessary lifestyle changes to help you lessen your risk of breast cancer.&nbsp;
<ol start="7">
<li>Go for Mammograms</li>
</ol>
This is breast cancer screening. Though this does not prevent or cure cancer it will help you know early if you detect any signs early and get treatment faster. In addition to this, we recommend you conduct self-examinations on a regular basis.&nbsp;
Conclusion&nbsp;
October might be coming to an end and breast cancer awareness month with it, but this does not mean you should stop being vigilant to the signs. Take great care to get screened regularly and make the necessary lifestyle changes to help you fight against breast cancer.&nbsp;

IT'S MORE THAN A MONTH, BREAST CANCER AWARENESS IS A WAY OF LIFE.

Fast-growing businesses can be exhilarating as well as exhausting! The excitement is seeing revenue growth, an expanded customer base, product development, and growth of your team. The downside is CASH FLOW! However, outsourcing helps business owners around the world to sleep better at night.
It is estimated that cash flow;
<ul style="color: #838383; font-size: 14px;">
<li>Keeps 35% of business owners awake at night</li>
</ul>
and
<ul style="color: #838383; font-size: 14px;">
<li>65% feel &ldquo;regularly stressed&rdquo; or "Anxiety"</li>
</ul>
These stats are not for a lack of experience. The survey average respondent had 10+ years of running a successful business.
Partnering with an outsourcing company can help alleviate the sleepless nights and anxious days in multiple ways. Here are three areas that can have an immediate impact on cash flow and efficiency;
Learn more about how&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="https://globalbpsolutions.com/a-definitive-guide-to-outsourcing-to-africa">outsourcing helps business owners grow their businesses.</a>
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Outsourced Payroll</h2>
Utilizing a well-trained, experienced virtual payroll team member, can reduce your cost by 75% while having a dedicated person managing all processing and reporting. additionally, your virtual assistant will be working your hours, so there is no need to worry about the timeszone differences.
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Outsourced Accounts Payable</h2>
Hire a full-time accounts payable manager while utilizing some amazing and efficient apps like&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="http://bill.com/">Bill.com</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="http://expensify.com/">Expensify.com</a>&nbsp;can make your processes much more accurate. You can also use your team to negotiate discounts.
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Outsourced Inventory Analyst</h2>
Analyzing and maintaining the correct inventory as well as the proper levels can significantly improve sales as well as reduce cash flow drains. Having a trained, outsourcing solution is the answer. Another important aspect, your virtual team member, is dedicated to your company only. That way you only deal with one person.
J.W. Oliver is the founding and managing partner for&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="http://globalbpsolutions.com/">GlobalBPsolutions.com</a>&nbsp;based in Texas with a BP centre in Africa. They are a Christian based business with a desire to help businesses and ministries to be their very best while helping support people and ministries Globally.*Per June 2019 INC Magazine

Cashflow Insomnia: How Outsourcing Helps You Sleep Better

<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Increase productivity and get a return on investment on your outsourced virtual team.</h2>
Recruiting virtual team members is becoming a leading trend globally. Business owners and entrepreneurs with remote staff have reported it as being a favourable and cost-effective alternative.&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="https://www.dell.com/en-us">Dell</a>&nbsp;is just one of the many companies opting to make use of virtual teams and is reaping significant benefits. In short, outsourcing virtual team members is an affordable and effective way of achieving and exceeding business objectives.
The use of virtual teams can help organizations cut on real estate, office space, utility and remunerations costs. In addition to these benefits, outsourcing virtual teams from regions with qualified, English speaking individuals can set businesses apart from the competition.
<h3 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 28px;">Distance is no longer a barrier to workplace productivity.</h3>
High-speed Internet and online collaboration tools such as&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="https://www.zoho.com/">Zoho</a>, enable virtual teams to get work done remotely. In other words, the virtual workplace model is here to stay and can be applied to various industries, producing amazing results.
<h3 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 28px;">This FREE guide outlines 5 proven keys to achieving success with your virtual team!</h3>
Global BP Solutions is a leading Texas-based outsourcing company that&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="https://globalbpsolutions.com/jobs-we-offer/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a>&nbsp;for businesses. Moreover, we provide both short and long term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.
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5 Keys To Virtual Team Success

We are inundated with interruptions "disguised as opportunities" every day. They keep us distracted from that "ONE THING" or the "BIG GOAL" we are looking to conquer!
Here are a few of mine, yours may be similar;
<ul style="color: #838383; font-size: 14px;">
<li>Smart Phones
<ul>
<li>That all-important DING of the text that drives our instant curiosity</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Social Media
<ul>
<li>The bombardment of negative news and politics.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Tasks
<ul>
<li>Phone calls, the appointment to make, bills to pay, or email to send.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Team Member/Employee/Co-Worker
<ul>
<li>Question on an assigned task, personal issues, or projects.</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Email Replies
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<li>Important to the, yet simple answers that are recurring.</li>
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These tasks can be delegated and can take up 50% or more of your available time. Time spent distracts you from your family time, personal time, creative thinking, important projects, and your goals. Delegating is not easy for many, we think to get this done right I&rsquo;ll just do it myself&nbsp;(finger pointing at me).&nbsp;Hiring good, solid TEAM MEMBERS can free up to 50% of your time while elevating those on your TEAM to target their projects.
The use of a V.T. (Virtual Team) member is a super effective and cost-effective solution (think 70% savings) to get you back on track. Instead of &ldquo;Distracted from Success&rdquo;, you can be &ldquo;Focused on your Future&rdquo;.
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<h6 style="color: #838383; font-size: 18px;">J.W. Oliver is the founding and managing partner for GlobalBPsolutions.com based in Texas with a BP centre in Africa. They are a Christian based business with a desire to help businesses and ministries to be their very best while helping support people and ministries Globally.</h6>

Distracted From Success

Time is an invaluable commodity. As dental business owners, we understand what it means to spend every second doing something productive to grow your business and improve your team.
The use of outsourced Virtual Teams is one of the most effective ways to grow your business, elevate your existing team, and create more time to work &ldquo;On&rdquo; the business not &ldquo;in&rdquo; the business. There are five keys to achieving success with your Virtual Team.
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Identify</h2>
Define the resources you need and be specific. Your VT firm can only recruit as well as the details provided. Be specific with:
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<li>Title/position</li>
<li>Work hours</li>
<li>Skill set</li>
<li>Expected reporting</li>
<li>Detail of daily/weekly work</li>
<li>Goals and objectives</li>
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<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Train/Train/Train</h2>
Then train some more. Don&rsquo;t expect to achieve results unless you spend proper time showing them your vision. Your VT is no different from physical team members. Train them for success!
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Micro-Manage (Don&rsquo;t)</h2>
Once you have selected and trained, let your VT go to work. Will they make mistakes? YES, but don&rsquo;t we all. Allow them to soar.
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Reporting</h2>
Develop a weekly/monthly system for feedback and reporting.
<h2 style="color: #1a1a1a; font-size: 32px;">Communicate</h2>
Critical that you have good, open means of communication with your VT. Phone, email, video conferencing, etc. Set regular meetings to review their reporting and progress and to direct and redirect as needed.
With some advanced thought and intentional training, you will free yourself and your team up to focus on your business and free up time for planning, projects and family.
SupportDDS is a leading Texas-based in-sourcing&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="http://www.globalbpsolutions.com/">company</a>&nbsp;that&nbsp;<a style="color: #ffc423;" href="https://sdds.zimworx.site/the-ultimate-guide-to-outsourcing-dental-insurance-verification/">provides virtual assistants and administrative support</a>&nbsp;for dental practices. Moreover, we provide both short and long-term virtual outsourcing services customized to suit your business process needs.

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<div class="entry-meta" style="color: inherit;">More time is what we all desire as Managers, Business owners, CEO's and entrepreneurs. The use of Virtual Teams (VT) and Outsourcing is one of the most effective ways to grow your business, elevate your existing team, and find you more time to work &ldquo;On&rdquo; the business not &ldquo;in&rdquo; the business.</div>
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There are five keys to achieving success with your VT.
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<li>Define the resources you need and be specific. Your VT firm can only recruit as well as the details provided. Be specific with:
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<li>Title/position</li>
<li>Work hours</li>
<li>Skill set</li>
<li>Expected reporting</li>
<li>Detail of daily/weekly work</li>
<li>Goals and objectives</li>
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<li>Train/Train/Train
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<li>Then train some more. Don&rsquo;t expect to achieve results unless you spend proper time showing them your vision. Your VT is no different than physical team members. Train them for success!</li>
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<li>Once you have selected and trained, let your VT go to work. Will they make mistakes? YES, but don&rsquo;t we all. Allow them to soar.</li>
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<li>Communicate
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<li>Critical that you have good, open means of communication with your VT. Phone, email, video conferencing, etc. Set regular meetings to review their reporting and progress and to direct and redirect as needed.</li>
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With some advanced thought, intentional training, you will free you and your team up to focus on your business and free up time for planning, projects and family.
<h6 style="color: inherit; font-size: 18px;">J.W. Oliver is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner for GlobalBPsolutions.com based in Texas with a BP centre in Africa. They are a Christian based business with a desire to help business and ministries be their very best while helping support others Globally.</h6>
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Ready, Set&hellip;
We often need help like yesterday, but the &ldquo;traditional&rdquo; time from job outline to onboarding can be a time consuming and arduous task for even the most experienced people. Adding a Virtual Team member to your organization doesn&rsquo;t have to be difficult if using the right offshore provider. Onboarding can be as quick as one week if the necessary steps are thought through and communicated from the start.
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<li>Provide a detailed; job title, duties list, skill sets, degree/training required and level of prior experience for your Virtual Team.</li>
<li>Within 2-5 days the top two or three Virtual Team candidates will be selected by our HR team in Harare.</li>
<li>Video interviews are set-up for &ldquo;back-to-back&rdquo; time slots based on your schedule. You should allow 30 minutes for each virtual team candidate, typically these each takes 15-20 mins on average.</li>
<li>The best virtual team is selected by you and your team and an official offer is made on your behalf.</li>
<li>Your virtual team will go through one day of orientation in our Harare office with our HRT team.</li>
<li>Onboarding begins with your virtual team and your office contact/for specific training. We strive to see the entire process is simplified and completed within 6-10 business days. Our success is your success. We will assist you in any way we can with the training process and integration of your virtual team with your office. You will quickly see them as part of your extended work family as well as an important member of your team.</li>
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<h6 style="color: #838383; font-size: 18px;">J.W. Oliver is a Co-Founder and Managing Partner for GlobalBPsolutions.com based in Texas with a BP centre in Africa. They are a Christian based business with a desire to help business and ministries be their very best while helping support others Globally.</h6>

From Dream Team To Reality

Each October, the world takes part in breast cancer awareness, to spread the impact of breast cancer in women and show support to those who were affected by breast cancer. In 2020, there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 685 000 deaths globally. (WHO)&nbsp;
Some of the risk factors of breast cancer include being born female, starting menopause after the age of 55 and inheriting certain genes according to cancer.org. However, this does not mean that you will get breast cancer if you fit any of those risk factors. One should always be on the lookout for breast cancer. The symptoms of breast cancer are:&nbsp;
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<li aria-level="1">New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit).</li>
<li aria-level="1">Thickening or swelling of part of the breast.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Irritation of breast skin.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the breast.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Nipple discharge other than breast milk, including blood.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Any change in the size or shape of the breast.</li>
<li aria-level="1">Pain in any area of the breast.</li>
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It is essential to get checked for breast cancer as early as possible. Early detection can be done through ultrasounds, mammograms or breast self-examinations. Early detection makes sure that breast cancer is treated before it becomes inaccessible. It helps you reduce the health costs associated with treating cancer. It is important to lower the risk of getting breast cancer.&nbsp;
<h2 style="font-size: 24px;">This can be done by living a healthy life.</h2>
&nbsp;A healthy life means eating healthy food and avoiding weakening your immune system. Getting to and maintaining a healthy weight also reduces the risks of getting breast cancer. Exercising and getting involved in physical activity is one way to stay healthy thereby reducing the risk of getting breast cancer.&nbsp;
Breast cancer is treatable. It can be by local treatment which means the tumour is treated without affecting the rest of the body. It can also be treated through systematic treatment, using drugs to treat breast cancer because they can reach anywhere in a human&rsquo;s body. These drugs are administered orally or injected into the bloodstream for faster absorption. The different types of systemic therapy are chemotherapy, hormone therapy and immunotherapy.&nbsp;
<h3 style="font-size: 20px;">Finally.</h3>
This October, let us spread awareness of the impact of breast cancer and the benefits of early detection. The theme for this year&rsquo;s breast cancer awareness month is&nbsp;<a style="color: inherit;" href="https://www.lbbc.org/get-involved/breast-cancer-awareness-month#:~:text=This%20Breast%20Cancer%20Awareness,people%20impacted%20by%20breast%20cancer.">Together We C.A.N</a>.&nbsp;CAN is an acronym that stands for:
C - Change the conversation
A - Assist those impacted by breast cancer to get the information they deserve and need, and
N - Nurture and build a community of support.&nbsp;

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