In the first episode of J&J Talk Dentistry, Justin and Jon discuss the challenges dental practices face in keeping up with modern technology for their pre-appointment experience. They dive into the necessity of having a website, the advantages of social media, the benefits of online scheduling, and the importance of digital patient forms and automated reminders.

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction to J&J's First Episode
• (00:58) - Why Every Practice Needs a Website
• (07:23) - Leveraging Social Media for Dental Practices
• (12:21) - Modernizing Appointment Booking
• (18:05) - Improving Patient Experience with Online Forms
• (29:02) - Automated Appointment Reminders: Why They Matter and Best Practices
• (35:57) - Conclusion and Next Episode Preview

• A modern, updated website is the first point of contact for patients, making it essential for attracting new patients and building trust.
• Online scheduling is crucial as many patients book after hours, and younger patients often avoid phone calls.
• Using online forms improves efficiency, saves time, and enhances the patient experience.
• Automated appointment reminders are a must-have to reduce no-shows and improve patient attendance, freeing up staff time for more critical tasks.

Co-hosts Justin Clements and Jonathan Rat kick things off with introductions and a deep dive into their backgrounds in dentistry and technology. Join them as they share their journey from strangers to podcast partners, and learn about their vision for this exciting new podcast.

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction to Justin Clements
• (01:17) - Introduction to Jon Rat
• (03:03) - How Justin and Jon Met
• (04:27) - Why We Decided to Do This Podcast

• Justin Clements brings 11 years of dental industry expertise, he's currently Chief Strategy Officer for Ascend Dental Alliance.
• Jonathan Rat, CEO and founder of Archy, offers a fresh perspective from his background at tech giants Facebook and Uber.
• This podcast aims to deliver actionable insights to help grow your dental practice and improve efficiency.
• We want to hear from you! Reach out with your questions and topic suggestions for future episodes.