Author: Hollie Bryant Foust

How Dental Practices and Small Businesses Can Safeguard Their Digital Reputation In today’s digital-first healthcare landscape, your online reputation serves as the front door to your practice. Research shows that 84% of patients trust online reviews as much as personal recommendations from friends and family, and over 77% search online before booking an appointment. For dental practices and small businesses, this means a single wave of negative reviews—whether legitimate or

“Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3 Hiring an associate dentist isn’t just about filling a position—it’s about shaping the future of your private practice. The right associate will enhance your patient experience, strengthen your culture, and help you grow profitably without burning out. The wrong one? They can cost time, money, and morale. Whether you’re replacing a departing doctor or

“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” – Colossians 3:23 In today’s evolving world of dentistry, elective treatments such as clear aligners, veneers, whitening, and smile makeovers are not just about appearance—they are about confidence, relationships, and life change. When our clinical and administrative teams speak about these services, we are not selling; we are serving. Every elective

Receiving a copyright infringement demand letter can be stressful—especially when you know you have a valid license for the image in question. Firms like Higbee & Associates and enforcement outfits such as PicRights send thousands of these letters every year. They demand large settlements (often between $1,500 and $20,000 per image) and cite the threat of statutory damages up to $150,000. But here’s the good news: if you hold a legitimate license,

“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” – Matthew 5:16 In today’s world, word-of-mouth has gone digital. When people love a local business, they don’t just tell their neighbor across the fence—they tell the entire community with one tap on their phone. Social media shout outs are one of the most powerful, cost-free ways to build brand recognition,

Rooted in Love. Designed for Excellence. “Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14 In the ever-evolving world of dentistry, techniques, technologies, and tools may change—but the heartbeat of a great dental practice remains the same: how we make people feel when they walk through our doors. The S.W.I.F.T. Method™ was designed to re-center dental care around something deeper than procedures and profits. It’s about