Applying statistics to the dental practice.

Abstract

There are numerous variables in the specific mix of procedures a practice performs. Other practice production variables include the number of patients a practice serves and the number of team members available to accomplish the practice objectives. The majority of practices would benefit by following a model similar to the one above. To return to the McDonald's example, success is measured according to whether each McDonald's sells the optimal product mix for its customers. It doesn't matter what components make up that mix. The same thing is generally true for dental practices. Conducting a "percentage production analysis" to determine how closely a practice follows the above model can be beneficial. It can help in making decisions regarding what changes need to be made to achieve optimal production levels and greater practice success.