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Dr. Joel Small discusses methods for providing positive and generative feedback Feedback, both positive and remedial, can be a powerful tool for developing people and enhancing the performance of organizational teams. However, when used improperly, feedback can become a demoralizing and dehumanizing weapon that destroys teams. Given this distinction, it would be wise for all […]

Dr. Todd Dickerson discusses a method to correct an anteroposterior discrepancy early in treatment What once took weeks in our society now takes a fraction of that amount of time, thanks in great part to advances in technology. A simple example from the not-too-distant past would be how it was common to wait 6-8 weeks

It’s an exciting era in orthodontics as innovation continues to abound. Whether improvements to bracket and alignment systems or the emergence of completely new orthodontic technology, I’m a firm believer that these innovations enable us to deliver a more effective and efficient treatment experience to our patients. It’s important though that we maintain high-quality clinical

Dr. David Sukoff discusses being a patient alongside his son What made you decide to go through orthodontic treatment with your son? My son, Josh, had a very narrow maxillary arch form and required palatal expansion. He also had a tendency for a Class III malocclusion. I knew that he would require orthodontic treatment from

Gary Salman, CEO of Black Talon Security, discusses the reasons for protecting against cyberattacks to your patient files Over the past 20 years, an evolution in computer technology has taken place in the orthodontic practice. Computers were previously used only for basic recordkeeping and billing. Then came the progression from billing to appointment scheduling, digital

  It’s the rare orthodontist who isn’t interested in attracting more patients. As treatment times are generally reduced and capacity increased, this is of greater significance for the ongoing health and growth of our practices. What we really should have written is that those of us who seek more patients do so with the commitment

Dr. Joel C. Small offers a technique for creative problem solving I often encounter doctor clients who are frustrated by their team’s lack of ability to achieve a pre-defined, desired result. The scenario goes something like this: Coach: I hear that you are frustrated. Give me more detail. Doctor: Okay. Well, no matter how many

  Two years ago in July, I was sitting in the sand with my family in Newport Beach, California. I was enjoying the sun when my nephew, Jesse, approached my twin brother, Steve, and I with a very concerned look on his face. He told us both that he just spoken to a lady who