Practical Strategies to Run Your Dental Practice More Smoothly

Michelle Pritchard- Presenter - The Business of Dentistry ADWA CPD Event Sept 23

Every Practice is Different—Your Solutions Should Be Too

Running a dental practice isn’t straightforward. No two practices are the same, which is why an off-the-shelf approach rarely works. With 25 years of experience owning, managing, and consulting for dental and specialist practices, I work with you to pinpoint what’s working, what’s not, and where small changes can make a big difference—whether that’s improving efficiency, patient flow, or profitability.

It Starts with a Conversation

We begin with a simple chat. This gives you the chance to share what’s frustrating you—whether it’s inefficiencies, financial pressures, or team challenges. From there, I look at your practice data, financial reports, patient demographics, and workflow to provide practical steps that make a difference.

Making Small Adjustments for Better Results

My approach isn’t about throwing big, complex solutions at you. It’s about finding practical ways to make your practice run more efficiently and profitably, so you can focus on what you do best. Here’s how I’ve helped other practice owners:

• Fixing Cash Flow Issues – A specialist practice was struggling financially. By introducing payment plan optionsand improving the patient journey, they increased revenue, and their hospital GA sessions were booked months in advance.

• Strengthening Referral Networks – A practice wanted to increase referrals but wasn’t seeing results. With a few small tweaks—recognising and strengthening relationships with key referrers—they saw a steady increase in new patient bookings.

• Making Better Use of Appointment Time – A practice offering high-end treatments found their schedule clogged with routine recall appointments, making it hard to fit in treatment patients. By adjusting recall intervals (where clinically appropriate), they freed up more time for complex cases, improving both patient care and profitability.

What This Means for You

Every practice I work with walks away with a clear plan, measurable improvements, and less stress. Whether it’s streamlining systems, improving team efficiency, or strengthening patient retention, the goal is to make your practice work for you—not the other way around.

Want Your Practice to Run More Smoothly?

If you’re feeling stretched, unsure where to focus, or just want to make your practice more efficient and profitable, let’s have a chat. Small changes can make a big difference, and I can help you find the right ones for your business.Introduction: There is no one-size-fits-all strategy in dental practice management. With 25 years of experience owning and managing dental practices, Michelle Pritchard emerges as a consultant focusing on a personalised approach based on deep insights.

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