Author: Hollie Bryant Foust

The dental industry is at a crossroads. Workforce shortages, rising wages, and an ever-increasing demand for efficient, patient-centered care challenge traditional workflows. For practices ready to pivot, the assistant-led hygiene model offers a transformative solution—one that maintains high standards of care, maximizes team potential, and boosts practice profitability. By empowering dental assistants to lead hygiene appointments under the guidance of dentists, this model addresses current challenges while delivering exceptional patient

Transitioning ownership of a dental practice is one of the most exciting—and challenging—milestones in a dentist’s career. Whether you’re stepping into ownership for the first time or transitioning to a new phase in your journey, getting started on the right foot is critical to long-term success. At Bryant Consultants, we’re here to guide you every step of the way, offering both onsite and offsite coaching to ensure your practice transition

Success as a dental practice owner in 2025 is about more than financial growth. While profitability remains important, true success also considers the impact you’re making on your patients, team, and community—and whether you’re fulfilling your own professional and personal goals. By evaluating success through a comprehensive lens, you can ensure your practice thrives in all areas. Here are the key dimensions to consider when defining success for your dental

A successful planning meeting isn’t just about reviewing the numbers and setting goals. It’s about engaging your team, fostering collaboration, and creating a shared vision for the year ahead. Here’s how to plan, execute, and follow up on an impactful 2025 kickoff meeting that energizes your team and sets the stage for success. Set Clear Goals Beforehand How to Do It: Define practice-wide objectives ahead of the meeting, such as

Your mind and your life are deeply connected, and the way you manage both determines the peace, joy, and fulfillment you experience. When your thoughts spiral out of control or you let others dictate your priorities, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, stuck, or drained. But with intentionality, you can renew your mindset, set boundaries, and reclaim your life. Here’s how you can transform your mind and life by mastering your

“12 Days of Christmas” Surprise Countdown Celebrate over 12 days leading up to Christmas with small daily surprises for the team. Ideas include festive snacks, fun challenges, mini games, or small gifts like socks, candles, or personalized notes. Wrap it up with a grand finale party! “Christmas Around the World” Potluck Assign each team member or group a country to represent. They bring food, decorations, or music inspired by that