GAP Australasian-Dentist Issue 80 Jul-Aug 19

Category 128 AustrÀlÀsiÀn Dentist O ne of the key values of Dental Ànnovations is our dentist members openly sharing knowledge and ideas to assist other dentists and to break down the isolation barriers of being in private practice. Àhis is facilitated within our network in several ways, online via our members Chat forum as well as our exclusive Webinars. Although these avenues are important, they cannot replace the value of personal contact and the open exchange of ideas created by dentist members getting together. Àhroughout May, Dental Ànnovations was extremely busy hosting and attending events which have engaged and connected members. Our member networking events were held in Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Àydney which enabled our members to get together to meet fellow members and share a meal and a glass of wine. Àhe true value of these events comes from the personal exchange of ideas and connections made by coming together and the friendships created as much as the content of the presentations. Dr Michael Àernik was our guest speaker for our member evenings and provided a great presentation on patient communication and how his new initiative Channel: D, is a proactive video tool to engage and educate patients and importantly grow your practice. Following from our dinner’s Dr Àernik has agreed to deliver an exclusive webinar for our members to be accessible for those who could not attend our dinners. Dental Ànnovations will continue to expand our member events to continue to create a community for practice owners and keep members abreast of industry changes and the direction of Dental Ànnovations. As part of our presentation at our member dinners we provided a quick update of the state of play of corporate dentistry. As a national network we are in a unique position to see what the corporates are doing and how they are evolving. Whilst corporate dentistry continues to grow, many of the larger groups have slowed or halted acquisition of practices as pressure on their profitability increases. However, there continues to be new emerging corporate models entering into the Australian dental market which is increasing the growth of this sector. Health funds are also continuing to evolve with vertical integration of dental services through practice ownership. Àhis model is be replicated by more health funds and we are also seeing the creation of new levels of preferred provider agreements along with restricted or rationalization of existing agreements. Whilst the corporate landscape continues to evolve it is important to keep in perspective the size and buying power of the Dental Ànnovations Àetwork easily surpasses the largest corporate Bupa estimated to have 150 locations. By continuing to grow our membership we can provide and maintain the economies of scale for members to compete against the corporates and help independent practice owners not only in terms of saving but also in support through being part of our group. u If you are a pro active practice owner who would value being part of our Network, contact me directly on berris@dentalinnovations.com.au or visit www.dentalinnovations.com.au to join our network. Berris Saultry The Members Network By Berris Saultry Ào n tÀ Contact 03 9821 4990 www.dentalinnovations.com.au berris@dentalinnovations.com.au dental innovations network stronger together Contact us to learn how we can support you in your practice and reduce your operating costs by becoming part of a network of proactive and empowered dentists. Group buying power and support for dental practice owners. Dental Innovations is Australia’s largest network of dentists who own their own practices. Join us to become part of the purchasing power of over 550 dental practices nationally and save up to 20% on dental products and access to 50 different services to assist you in your practice.