As orthodontic practices modernize their financial workflows, Franshaun Thomas of Synchrony, parent company of CareCredit, discusses the technologies driving the shift and what orthodontists should know about digital payments, financing, and practice efficiency.
The AAO has endorsed Panacea Financial to provide members with exclusive rate discounts and zero origination fees on practice and personal loans, following a multi-month evaluation process.
As patient behavior shifts and economic pressures persist, orthodontic practices are rethinking how treatment coordinators approach the new patient consult. Structured systems, clear goals, and performance tracking are becoming essential to improving case acceptance and sustaining growth.
A strategic look at when—and how—new competitors emerge in orthodontic markets, and why proactive marketing and referral protection determine whether practices grow or decline.
Dentsply Sirona will host a webinar April 9 on integrating orthodontics and restorative dentistry, outlining a workflow for clinicians to achieve esthetic outcomes using clear aligners and composite procedures.
Planet DDS will integrate CareCredit financing into its Cloud 9 orthodontic practice management software, expanding its partnership with Synchrony to streamline patient payment options for more than 2,500 orthodontic practices.
Gargle Inc has launched "Straighten While You...," a digital ad platform designed to reach clear aligner patients through hyper-local targeting based on daily activities rather than active online searches.
Beyond patient care, Hessam Rahimi, DDS, DMSc, MBA, leverages his practice to test innovative orthodontic solutions, such as Brava by Brius.
From gamified apps to remote monitoring, digital tools help teens stay compliant and give adults the convenience and clarity they expect.
The ADA has launched a new CE course addressing mental health and burnout in dentistry, offering strategies and resources to support well-being for dental professionals and teams. The one-hour course provides one CE credit.