Douglas G. Thompson, DDS, Author at Decisions in Dentistry

A peer-reviewed journal that offers evidence-based clinical information and continuing education for dentists.

If you’re like many small business owners, payda

If you’re like many small business owners, payday probably goes something like this: You pay your team. You pay your bills. And maybe, just maybe, if there’s enough left over, you pay yourself. ⁠
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And while that may seem like the only way you can make things work, let us tell you a secret: Paying yourself last isn’t just hurting your lifestyle, savings, and morale…it’s hurting your practice’s value. ⁠
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If you want to move beyond just having a “job” at your practice, there’s an important formula you need to master: EBITDA. When you harness the power of a strong EBITDA, you don’t just get paid what you’re actually worth, you also start thinking differently, helping your practice’s value grow, and opening yourself up to incredible future opportunities.⁠
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Learn how pumping up your EBITDA gives you leverage, options, and peace of mind!⁠
📅 Thursday, May 8th at 7PM⁠
✅ FREE to join from home⁠
🎁 Bonus: FREE Decisions in Dentistry CE course⁠
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This webinar will help you:⁠
✔ Improve your valuation by actually paying yourself⁠
✔ Run a more profitable business⁠
✔ Leverage dormant equity for exponential rewards⁠
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Click the link in bio to register!⁠
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A new study warns that eliminating adult Medicaid

A new study warns that eliminating adult Medicaid dental benefits could increase emergency department visits, drive up healthcare costs, and worsen patient outcomes. Dental professionals are urged to advocate for preserving these essential services to protect vulnerable populations. Link in bio.⁠
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A growing number of actors, including Aimee Lou Wo

A growing number of actors, including Aimee Lou Wood, are rejecting cosmetic perfection and embracing their natural teeth. What does this shift mean for esthetic dentistry? Link in bio.⁠
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A newly reintroduced federal bill aims to tackle d

A newly reintroduced federal bill aims to tackle dental workforce shortages and improve access to care for underserved populations. The Action for Dental Health Act of 2025 would allocate funding through an oral health workforce grant program, with strong backing from the American Dental Association and bipartisan support in Congress. Link in bio.⁠
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New legislation passed in Utah allows dental hygie

New legislation passed in Utah allows dental hygienists and dental assistants to perform expanded functions, including placing restorations, under specific supervision. The move is poised to reshape team-based care in dental practices across the state. Link in bio.⁠
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Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) delivers unpa

Cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) delivers unparalleled imaging for dental implant planning and periodontal care. Discover how this cutting-edge technology balances diagnostic value with radiation safety to set new standards in dental practice. Link in bio.⁠
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