News

How to Stand Out in a Competitive Dental Market

How to Stand Out in a Competitive Dental Market | The AGA Group

Are you planning to advance your dental career this year? No matter how experienced you are in the dental field, there are always ways to accelerate your career and gain more traction among employers. As you set new career goals, here are some ways to stand out in the competitive dental market: How Can You… Read more »

Contractor or Direct Hire Employee?

Direct hire or contractor?

Depending on the nature of your job, you may have options when it comes to finding a way of working that, well, works for you. Today many companies are offering flexible schedules, or the option of coming to the workplace, working remotely, or working in some combination of the two.  In this environment, you may… Read more »

Effective Methods for Resolving Staffing Shortages in Your Kansas City Dental Practice

Effective Methods for Resolving Staffing Shortages in Your Kansas City Dental Practice | The AGA Group

For dental practices, staffing shortages can significantly impact business. It can affect the quality of patient care, practice efficiency, and overall profitability. There are effective methods that can help you resolve staffing shortages in your Kansas City dental practice. The techniques we discuss are not just to-do items to check off on a list. They… Read more »

Managing Finances at Your Dental Practice: How to Improve Budgeting and Billing

Managing Finances at Your Dental Practice: How to Improve Budgeting and Billing | The AGA Group

If you lead or manage a dental practice, you probably know firsthand the importance of keeping track of your office’s finances. From budgeting to billing processes, there are many facets involved in maintaining positive cashflow and ensuring your office can function at an optimal level. Here are some financial management tips to implement at your… Read more »

Unstructured Interviews And How To Prepare

Prepare for interview success An interview is an opportunity for you to impress a hiring manager. Although there are many types of interviews, knowing you are going to participate in an unstructured interview can help you prepare and provide quality answers to establish that you are a good candidate for the position. Unstructured interviews are… Read more »

The Role of Technology in Dental Management

The Role of Technology in Dental Management | The AGA Group

In recent years, the advancement of dental technology has had many positive effects on the dental industry, including more efficient dental treatments and improved patient care outcomes. Dental office managers who invest in these technologies provide their patients with the most cutting-edge treatments, improving the patient experience and allowing providers to deliver the most effective… Read more »

How to Properly Communicate with Your Dental Patients

How to Properly Communicate with Your Dental Patients | The AGA Group

As a dental professional, do you make an effort to actively improve your communication skills? In addition to your expertise and dental techniques, your communication with patients is critical for building a successful dental practice. In many ways, your communication abilities can impact many aspects of your career – from interoffice relationships to patient retention.… Read more »

A Guide: From New Grad to the Dental Office

A Guide: From New Grad to the Dental Office | The AGA Group

When making the transition from dental school to working in a dental office, there’s always a learning curve. There’s no doubt that school is always different than a work environment, and preparing yourself for the main differences will help you navigate your new professional life. Here are some of our best tips for making the… Read more »

Why You Shouldn’t Overlook Using a DSO

Why You Shouldn't Overlook Using a DSO | The AGA Group

Is one of your goals this year to improve your dental practice’s bottom line? Utilizing the services of a dental support organization (DSO) can assist with many elements of your practice, including operations, management, and patient communications. By contracting the services of a DSO, you can support your dental practice while elevating quality of patient… Read more »

The Differences Between a Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist

The Differences Between a Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist | The AGA Group

Considering career options in the dental field? Both dental assistants and dental hygienists work in a variety of dental care settings, including dental clinics, oral surgery centers, pediatric dental offices, family dental offices, and cosmetic dental practices. However, there are some notable differences between these two roles. Here’s what you need to know: What’s the… Read more »