2517: Where Does The Day Go Sideways Pt. 1

2517: Where Does The Day Go Sideways Pt. 1

Author: Dental Consulting May 26, 2026 Duration: 36:13

On today's episode, Dr. Aaron Nicholas dives into what causes a dental practice day to go sideways—and how to bring it back under control. He breaks down the biggest gaps that create chaos, from unclear ownership and poor scheduling to clinical flow issues and inconsistent systems. 

Dr. Nicholas explains why hygiene should never be treated as an inconvenience, how same-day treatment can unlock major production, and why writing out exact procedure flows can reveal hidden inefficiencies that slow doctors and teams down. He also covers how delegation, batching steps, tracking appointment flow, and measuring procedure times can help teams create smoother, more productive days without simply "working faster."

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