FYI

March is a big month for celebrating the work that dentists and their staff do to keep patients healthy. March 6 is National Dentists Day and March 20 is World Oral Health Day.


Both dentists and their staff put a lot of work into themselves and their practices, and it’s worth celebrating your effort and your accomplishments! Here are some tips on how to do just that.

1. Have an office party. Why not celebrate these days of recognition with a party? You don’t need to go big; something as simple as an extended lunch or a simple gathering before or after work can be a great way to build camaraderie and have a good time.


2. Thank the staff. Handwritten notes go a long way towards letting people know that you care and that you appreciate their hard work. Of course, gift cards and other forms of recognition are always nice as well.


3. Get the word out. If you have a social media presence, National Dentists Day and World Oral Health Day are great opportunities to boost your visibility. You can use existing hashtags like #nationaldentistsday and #worldoralhealthday, run social media promotions like giveaways and contests or just celebrate yourself.


4. Set goals for the future. You may not think of setting goals for your practice as a means of celebration, but planning for the future is a great way to show that you believe in yourself and the work that you do. Planning on hiring, expanding to another location, updating equipment and more can all be a means of patting yourself on the back for success.


5. Make time for yourself. Sometimes celebrating yourself means taking time to decompress or to pursue other hobbies and interests. If you haven’t taken time off in a while, spring can be a perfect time for it. Make time to reconnect with friends, family and the things you love.