{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Finish the Year Strong: Dental Scheduling, Cancellations &amp; Production Goals","description":"As the end of the year approaches, dental practices can't afford to lose production to last-minute cancellations, unfilled appointments, and ineffective scheduling systems. Even a full schedule can fall apart without the right processes and accountability in place. In the final episode of their three-part Finish the Year Strong series, Dana and Sandy discuss how dental practices can protect their schedules, reduce broken appointments, and maximize production opportunities before December 31. Sandy shares her three-day scheduling strategy, explains why one person should be responsible for the schedule, and reveals how dental teams may unintentionally encourage patients to cancel appointments. They also discuss the importance of effective confirmations, patient communication, financial arrangements, and daily production goals. In This Episode:   Why dental schedulers should focus on today, tomorrow, and the day after tomorrow   How to use unscheduled treatment reports and ASAP lists to fill openings   Why one person should be accountable for managing the schedule   How dental practices unintentionally encourage cancellations and broken appointments   The difference between confirming appointments and simply sending reminders   Thank You to Our Sponsors! Identity Dental Marketing \u2013 Helping dental practices grow through strategic marketing and branding. Learn more at https:\/\/identitydental.com Practice by Numbers \u2013 Giving dental practices the data and insights they need to improve performance and profitability. Learn more at https:\/\/www.practicenumbers.com Connect With Us Listen to more episodes: https:\/\/www.dentaldrillbitspodcast.com Learn more about Sandy Pardue's consulting and Front Desk Pro seminars: https:\/\/www.classicpractice.com Join our Dental Drill Bits Facebook group to connect with other dental professionals, share ideas, and discover practical strategies for improving your practice. Join Sandy in Las Vegas! Sandy Pardue's Front Desk Pro seminar is coming to Las Vegas on December 11, 2026! Learn practical systems for scheduling, patient communication, treatment presentation, reducing broken appointments, and improving front office performance. Visit https:\/\/www.classicpractice.com for details and registration. As we wrap up our three-part Finish the Year Strong series, remember that a productive schedule doesn't happen by accident. Consistent systems, clear accountability, and proactive follow-up make the difference. ","author_name":"Dental Drill Bits with Sandy Pardue and Dana Pardue","author_url":"http:\/\/sandyparduedanasalisbury.libsyn.com\/podcast","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/43436744\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/208024984"}