Last updated on November 17th, 2025 at 02:56 pm When many dental practices implement new case acceptance techniques, they often focus solely on new patients. But here’s the kicker—over 60% of your monthly revenue should come from the patients who already know and trust you. At MGE, a common misconception occurs when we begin to train a new client on…
Last updated on November 17th, 2025 at 02:09 pm Profit. It’s something that every business owner chases, yet what it is and how to calculate it properly is poorly understood, especially in owner-operated businesses like a dental practice. To wit: If I were to ask you what your average monthly profit margin is, would you know it off the top…
Have you been thinking about making the switch from PPO to Fee-for-Service (FFS)? Or at the very least, reducing your dependence on some of your lower-reimbursing insurance plans? If so, you’re not alone! We’ve advocated for this shift for over 20 years, but lately, the message has gained a lot more urgency. Why? Because the dental landscape is changing and…
Last updated on November 17th, 2025 at 01:52 pm This week’s blog post comes from the “Ask Sabri” column in our magazine. As it addresses a question that is highly relevant to many dental practice owners right now, we wanted to share it on our blog, as well. Enjoy! Q: I’ve been noticing more patients being disapproved for 3rd party…
Last updated on October 31st, 2025 at 04:33 pm When trying to stimulate practice growth, there is a big mistake that I see many doctors make. Let’s dive into what that is and explore what you should do to achieve sustainable expansion without falling into this trap. Let me give you an example that illustrates this: The Law of Diminishing…
Last updated on November 17th, 2025 at 01:42 pm How to accurately determine your true profit margin and key steps to increase it. The funny thing about profitability is that it’s one of the prime objectives chased by just about every business owner while at the same time, it’s one of the least understood subjects. Especially for a small business…