This episode features Elliot Zibel, CEO at Select Dental Management. Here, he discusses what led him to start Select Dental Management, challenges surrounding labor & inflation, innovative technology in dentistry, and more.
Summary
CEO of Select Dental Management Discusses Challenges and Innovations in Dentistry
Introduction
Elliot Zibel, co-founder, and CEO of Select Dental Management recently appeared on an episode of The Dental Experience Podcast to discuss the challenges and innovations in the dental industry. The following is a summary of the key takeaways from the episode.
Trends in Dentistry
According to Zibel, labor inflation, staffing shortages, and cancellation rates due to COVID-19 are some of the most prominent trends in the dental industry. However, he remains optimistic about the adoption of innovative technologies such as patient-facing technologies and automation of administrative tasks. He is also interested in the integration of medical and dental care, citing it as a growing trend in the industry.
Challenges Facing the Industry
Zibel expressed concern about macroeconomic challenges and access to capital, which he believes may impede the growth of smaller dental practices. However, he remains upbeat about the future of the industry, predicting that robotics will become increasingly popular in the years to come.
Growing a Dental Practice
As the CEO of Select Dental Management, Zibel and his team are focused on growing their practice by investing in locations in suburban areas, increasing retention of existing patients, improving customer acquisition costs, increasing hygiene capacity, introducing clinical standards and programs, and increasing patient experience through technology.
In conclusion, Zibel's insights provide valuable information about the current state and potential future of the dental industry. By staying on top of trends and innovations, dental practitioners and practice owners alike can position themselves to succeed in an ever-changing landscape.
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This episode aired on 10/02/2022 and can be listened here.
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