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Dental Entrepreneur Magazine, Charlotte, NC (2026)

03/08/2026

🖥️ What would you do if every computer in your practice suddenly locked you out?

Patients are waiting. Your schedule is packed. And then… a message appears demanding money to get your data back.

This isn’t a hypothetical. It’s ransomware, and it’s one of the fastest-growing threats facing dental practices today.

In her De blog, Amy Wood pulls back the curtain on cybersecurity in dentistry and explains why dental offices are prime targets for cybercriminals. From phishing emails that look almost legitimate to vendor vulnerabilities and ransomware attacks that can shut down an entire practice, the risks are real—and increasing.

💡 The good news? There are practical steps you can take right now to protect your patients, your team, and your practice.

Read the full blog “Predictable Failures: Cybersecurity in the Dental Space” by Amy Wood at DentalEntrepreneur.com:

👉 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/predictable-failures-cybersecurity-in-the-dental-space-by-amy-wood/

03/07/2026

Sometimes the best opportunities in dentistry are the ones you never planned for. 🧭

When Dr. Ashleigh Briody discovered oral pathology during dental school, it sparked a passion that eventually led her to build a private practice model in a field where private practice was virtually unheard of.

In this blog, she shares how mentorship, education, and a willingness to step into uncharted territory helped her grow a thriving practice and become a trusted referral source for providers in her community.

Her story is a powerful reminder that in dentistry, you don’t always have to follow the path, you can create your own.

Read the full story at DentalEntrepreneur.com or tap the link below:
🔗 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/unchartered-territory-a-new-way-to-practice-oral-pathology-by-ashleigh-briody-dds/

02/28/2026

42% of dentists over 55 are expected to retire in the next decade.

That’s not just change… that’s opportunity. 👀

In this De blog, Dan Croft shares why investing in technology is the key move for dentists purchasing, starting, or expanding a practice.

📈 67% expect revenue growth
🦷 42% are prioritizing new equipment
💡 Tech-forward practices are winning on efficiency + patient experience

From digital radiography to CAD/CAM and better communication systems, the next generation of owners has a serious advantage.

The question is — will you leverage it?

Read “Purchasing, Starting or Expanding a Dental Practice: Investments in Technology are Key for Entrepreneurs” now at DentalEntrepreneur.com or by tapping the link below:

🔗 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/purchasing-starting-expanding-dental-practice-investments-technology-key-entrepreneurs/

02/26/2026

🚨 Dentists, quick reality check:

The average cyber breach in healthcare? $1.2 million.

And it’s not “if.” It’s when.

With the Office for Civil Rights increasing HIPAA enforcement and random audits, cyber risk isn’t just an IT problem — it’s an ownership problem.

The biggest threat?
👉 Human error.

Beth Fitch breaks down what every dental practice must do to reduce financial exposure, from “Cygiene™” best practices to why cyber insurance alone isn’t enough.

Don’t wait for the avalanche.

Read “Are You Financially Exposed: Navigating the Cyber Avalanche” at DentalEntrepreneur.com.

🔗 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/financially-exposed-navigating-cyber-avalanche/

02/24/2026

One meeting. One “yes.” One relationship that changed everything.

In this powerful blog, Dr. Erinne Kennedy shares how a serendipitous connection turned into a rocket ship of friendship, leadership, and peer-to-peer mentorship.

The takeaway?
If you want to accelerate in dentistry… don’t go alone.

Say yes to the right opportunities, and build a support system that helps you grow through the uncomfortable parts.

Read the full story now at dentalentrepreneur.com or tap the link below:

🔗 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/power-saying-yes/

02/22/2026

Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue… it’s a leadership issue. 🛑💻

In today’s hyper-connected world, your practice isn’t just treating patients, it’s storing sensitive data that hackers would love to access. And here’s the scary part: most breaches don’t happen because of some elite hacker in a dark room… they happen because of one innocent click.

In this De blog, “Drilling Down on Cyber Security” by Burt C. Szerlip, he breaks down:

🔐 The real difference between external attacks and insider threats
📧 Why phishing emails are more dangerous (and common) than you think
👥 How underprepared team members can unintentionally open the door
🛡️ The must-haves: training, updated systems, and cyber insurance
⚖️ Why cyber insurance isn’t optional anymore — it’s essential

Over 4,000 cyber-attacks are attempted on businesses every single day. Dental practices are not immune. The question isn’t if someone will try, it’s whether your practice is prepared when they do.

As a dental entrepreneur, protecting your patients’ trust is just as important as protecting their smiles.

Head to DentalEntrepreneur.com or tap the link below to read the full article and make sure your practice is covered... clinically and digitally.

👉 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/drilling-down-on-cyber-security/

02/20/2026

Is your patient data actually secure… or just “in the cloud”? 🔐🦷

What if avoiding ransomware, HIPAA fines (up to $1.5M), and reputation damage came down to one decision?

In this Dental Entrepreneur blog, “Mac Security and Reliability Requires Patient Information Be in macOS” by Mark Hollis, he breaks down why where your data lives matters.

Here’s what stands out:

✔️ Macs save practices thousands over their lifespan
✔️ 95% of MacPractice users spend under $500/year on IT
✔️ Built-in encryption + ongoing security updates
✔️ No reported macOS ransomware across 30,000 Macs

The big takeaway?

Accessing data on a Mac isn’t the same as having your patient information protected by macOS.

If you’re serious about lowering IT costs and reducing cyber risk, this is a must-read.

👉 Check out the full blog at DentalEntrepreneur.com (link in bio).

02/20/2026

When was the last time you had a dental “homecoming”? 🎓✨

In our blog, “Dental Conferences: Valuable ‘Homecoming’ Opportunity,” Dr. Bob O’Donnell shares why conferences are more than CE... they’re connection.

After graduation, classmates scatter. Practices get busy. And dentistry can start to feel… isolating.

Meetings like those hosted by the Hinman Dental Society remind us that growth happens faster when you’re surrounded by peers, sharing cases, ideas, technology, and real conversations.

Don’t build your career alone. Read the full blog at DentalEntrepreneur.com or tap the link below:

👉 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/dental-conferences-valuable-homecoming-opportunity/

02/15/2026

Are you trying to grow your practice… but feel stuck on the overhead treadmill? 🏃‍♂️

In this Dental Entrepreneur blog, Dr. Laura Schwindt shares how defining your ideal patient can completely change your marketing (and your sanity).

Instead of being everything to everyone:
✨ Get clear on who you love to treat
✨ Use simple attraction marketing
✨ Leverage email, local media & CTAs — on a budget

More patients isn’t the goal. The right patients are.

Ready to run a smarter race? 🏁

Read “How to Attract and Retain Your Ideal Patient on a Budget” at DentalEntrepreneur.com or tap the link below:

👉 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/how-to-attract-and-retain-your-ideal-patient-on-a-budget/

02/14/2026

The future of dentistry isn’t something to fear... it’s something to build.

In this Dental Entrepreneur blog, Emmet Scott challenges one of the biggest narratives in our industry: that change (especially around DSOs) means losing control.

What if the opposite were true?

What if evolving your model actually meant more autonomy…
More support…
More growth on your terms?

The reality? Dentists across the country are already redefining success through innovative DSO partnerships, streamlining operations, elevating patient care, and finally focusing on what they do best.

💡 This isn’t about “dentists vs. DSOs.”

It’s about alignment. Support. Vision.
And being willing to evolve instead of treading water.

If you’ve ever questioned whether the DSO model could work for you, or wondered if misconceptions are holding you back, this is a must-read.

The opportunity is here.
The model is proven.
The choice is yours.

Read the full blog now at DentalEntrepreneur.com and start thinking differently about what’s possible.

🔗 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/dso-misconceptions-hold-you-back/

02/07/2026

Let’s take a step back in time. ⏪

Not so long ago, dentistry (like the rest of the world), was forced to make impossible decisions in the middle of uncertainty.

In “To Meet or Not to Meet? That Is the Question,” Dr. Robert J. O’Donnell reflects on the post-COVID era and the pivotal moment when dental meetings, continuing education, and networking had to completely reinvent themselves. From canceling a 20,000+ attendee event to embracing hybrid learning and AI-powered networking, this blog captures how adaptability shaped the future of dental CE as we know it today.

Why read it now? Because the lessons still matter. Flexibility, innovation, and community didn’t disappear when the pandemic ended—they became the blueprint for what’s next in dentistry. 🦷✨

Visit DentalEntrepreneur.com or click the link below to read the full blog and revisit a defining chapter in our profession:

👉 https://dentalentrepreneur.com/to-meet-or-not-to-meet-that-is-the-question/

02/04/2026

💸 Busy practice. Strong collections. But… where’s the profit?

If you’ve ever looked at your numbers and thought, “We’re making money… so why does it feel so tight?” — this one’s for you.

In “Closing the Gap: Profit First for Dentists,” Barbara Stackhouse flips the script on the way most practices manage cash flow. Instead of hoping there’s money left over at the end, she breaks down how to take profit first...on purpose, consistently, and without burning out your practice.

👉 Why waiting for “leftovers” keeps dentists stuck
👉 How the Profit First formula actually works in a dental practice
👉 The 4 core principles that help you stop leaking cash
👉 A super simple way to start (yes, even with just 1%)

This isn’t about working harder. It’s about keeping more of what you already earn—and building real financial breathing room for your practice and your life.

📖 Read the full blog here: https://dentalentrepreneur.com/closing-the-gap-profit-first-for-dentists/

Because making money is one thing… keeping it is everything. 🦷💰

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