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Best Practice Management Softwares for Dental Offices
Running a dental practice is part patient care and part logistics. If your practice software is clunky or outdated, your team wastes time. If it’s too limited, you’re paying for workarounds. So, what’s really worth investing in, and what do actual users really say? We pulled comments from Reddit, Facebook...
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Understanding Your 1099: What It Means When You Work With GoTu
In most states, when you pick up shifts through GoTu, you are not a traditional employee of the offices you work at. You are an independent contractor. That independence is what gives you the freedom to: Decide when, where and how you work Select the shifts and offices that fit...
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Is It Legal for Dental Professionals to Work as 1099 Contractors?
Dental professionals such as dentists, hygienists, and assistants may qualify as 1099 independent contractors if they maintain control over when, where, and how they work, and meet federal and state classification criteria. However, classification laws vary significantly by state, and some states—such as California and Massachusetts—require stricter tests that often...
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Tax Deductions Every GoTu Dental Professional Should Know
Working shifts through GoTu means you’re in charge of your schedule and your taxes. As a 1099 contractor, you’re eligible for a variety of tax deductions that traditional employees might not access. These deductions can reduce your taxable income and help you keep more of what you earn. Below is...
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How GoTu Is Transforming Dental Workforce Coverage
In today’s fast moving dental industry, finding reliable coverage has become one of the biggest challenges for practices. Schedule gaps, last-minute callouts, fluctuating demand, and the ongoing shortage of dental professionals all put pressure on office teams. Traditional temp agencies were built for a different era, and their slow, inflexible...
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How Clinics Solve Staffing Gaps with Trusted Temporary Dental Professionals
Dental staffing shortages have become one of the most pressing operational challenges facing modern clinics. When key team members are absent, whether due to illness, vacation, or unexpected departures, the consequences ripple through every aspect of practice operations. Revenue declines as appointment slots go unfilled, patient satisfaction drops when wait...
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The Best USA Dental Temp Agency Solution for Your Dental Practices Staffing Needs
When it comes to finding temporary dental staff, the stakes are high. You need licensed dental hygienists, dental assistants, associate dentists, and front desk staff who are not only technically skilled but also personable and able to integrate with your team seamlessly. Every unfilled chair at your practice represents lost...
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GoTu Technology Secures $45 Million Growth Investment to Modernize Dental Staffing
Investment accelerates national expansion and product innovation for dental staffing leader. MIAMI (November 17, 2025) — GoTu Technology, the nation’s leading dental talent marketplace, today announced a $45 million growth investment led by Long Ridge Equity Partners (“Long Ridge”), with participation from institutional investors advised by J.P. Morgan Asset Management....
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How AI is Revolutionizing Financial Management in Dental Practices
In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force across various industries. Dental practices, traditionally known for their reliance on manual processes, are now tapping into the potential of AI to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. One of the most significant areas where AI is making an...
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Best Dental Temp Agency
Finding reliable temporary dental staff shouldn’t feel like a gamble. Whether you’re a dental practice dealing with unexpected absences or a dental professional seeking flexible work opportunities, the right staffing solution can make all the difference. So what is the best dental temp agency? The answer is GoTu, and here’s...
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Dental Statistics Every Office Should Know
Running a successful dental practice isn’t just about great chairside care; it’s about making smart business moves backed by reliable data. Whether you’re optimizing your hygiene schedule, tackling patient retention, or analyzing revenue, these key dental industry statistics reveal what’s shaping success in 2025 and beyond. 1. Average Dental Practice...
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How to Retain Top Dental Professionals (Hint: It’s More Than Money)
Quick Answer: Retaining dental hygienists and assistants requires six key strategies: meaningful recognition, flexible scheduling, continuing education support, positive workplace culture, purpose-driven leadership, and true work-life balance. With replacement costs ranging from $27,500 to $45,000 per hygienist, effective retention directly impacts your practice’s profitability. Running a successful dental practice isn’t...
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