Hey Friends, This was the first "normal" week that I have had in awhile. I have been traveling a decent amount lately - it has been a mix of work and personal trips. Growing up I thought "man it would be so cool to travel for work, I can see different cities and be on the move!" I really thought traveling for work was something luxurious. Yet it is quite the opposite. These work trips for me are mainly conferences and conventions, the personal ones are mainly because it is summer time - however - it has been a lot of time at the airport and away from my bed lol. Being away from home makes me appreciate the beauty of having a "haven" Neha (my wife) was intentional with how she decorated and setup our apartment and at the time I had no idea what she was doing but now I get to enjoy the benefits of it. Having a place where I can unwind and NOT think about the stressors of the world is a luxury in this day in age. I am sure you can relate to some degree as having to go to the office comes with it's own world of stress. It is good to have time built into your schedule where you can just .... be still. No phone, no talking, no thinking, just being. I started meditating daily about 2 years ago - and it has been LIFE CHANGING. When I started I didn't think much of it - I thought I was doing it wrong and didn't think it was working. But what I realized is it doesn't have an immediate impact - it has a lasting one. The calm and stillness that comes with meditating would actually "seep" into the rest of my life. I realized this because if there was a day where I didn't meditate - I would be OFF. Little things would bug me, stress would get to me - there would be a clear difference in how my days went. So all this being said - take some time for yourself today or tomorrow and try to be still. Appreciate the place you call home - and know that sometimes going to the same place for work is not a bad thing lol Straight TalkDo you want to start more aligner cases and elevate your practice's standard of care? How To Implement Intraoral Scanning Technology: Invest in intraoral scanning technology for your dental practice to enhance the clear aligner treatment process. Intraoral scanners provide accurate and detailed 3D digital impressions of patients' teeth, eliminating the need for traditional messy impressions. This improves patient experience, reduces chair time, and facilitates seamless communication with clear aligner manufacturers. Here's how you can implement this tip tomorrow:
By adopting intraoral scanning technology, you streamline the clear aligner treatment process, enhancing precision and efficiency. Patients will appreciate the comfortable experience and the advanced technology used in their treatment, making your dental practice stand out and attract more individuals seeking clear aligner services. Video of the WeekFor those of you who are going through the process to becoming dentist or maybe you are a new grad - check this video out! I mapped out the process from start to finish and dropped some tips for how you can make the most of every step in the process - even when you come out of school and start practicing! If you enjoy dental content and you are not already - subscribe to my youtube channel - I drop a new video every week! Your Friend, Dr. Avi P.S. Want to learn more from me? Check out my online courses below Clear Aligner Masterclass (free) Clear Aligner Advisor Website Did you enjoy this edition and want to read previous editions of Clear Insights?
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