Stay on top of trends in the profession. Successful dental practices utilize research and data to do strategic planning as well as to manage their day-to-day operations. There are many excellent resources available, ranging from industry publications to professional organizations. One recently released resource is the Dental Economics/Levin Group Annual Practice Survey. This survey captures valuable information and provides meaningful insights for both the doctor and the team. Make it a habit to find good research and implement it into managing your practice.