So You Want to Be Dental Practice of the Year? Stop Playing Small—Start Thinking Like a Legend!
Let’s get brutally honest:
Anyone can hang a shingle and call themselves a “premier dental provider.” But being the dental practice of the year? That’s for the bold. The creative. The obsessed-with-patient-experience crowd. The data-driven renegades who don’t just want to fill chairs—they want to build a legacy.
How do the best of the best do it? Simple.
They treat their practice like a brand, their patients like VIPs, and their revenue like a predictable machine. They leverage tools, strategies, and culture that make “average” offices look like they’re stuck in 2004.
How One Small Town Practice Won “Dental Practice of the Year” (and Quadrupled Revenue in 18 Months)
Meet Dr. Alexis Stone.
She ran a one-doctor practice in a sleepy suburb, surrounded by big-box DSOs with marketing budgets bigger than her house. Most dentists would play defense. Dr. Alexis went on offense—with three secret weapons:
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She launched a membership program powered by BoomCloud™.
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She built a patient experience so remarkable, her Google reviews skyrocketed from 31 to 322.
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She used data to make every decision—tracking MRR, ARR, and revenue per patient, not just “busyness.”
Within 18 months, her practice:
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Won “Dental Practice of the Year” from the state association
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Saw ARR jump from $290k to $1.1 million
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Quadrupled hygiene reappointments
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Became the #1 Google-reviewed dental office in her county
The best part?
Her stress vanished. Her team was energized. Her patients became raving fans (and loyal members).
What REALLY Makes a Dental Practice of the Year? (Spoiler: It’s Not Just Fancy Decor)
Here’s the inside scoop:
Awards and buzz aren’t just about great dentistry. The dental practice of the year nails the “business of dentistry” and the “human side” too.
What Sets Winners Apart:
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Predictable, recurring revenue (hello, membership plans!)
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Patient loyalty systems that make leaving unthinkable
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World-class team culture (think Ritz-Carlton, not DMV)
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Relentless data tracking (MRR, ARR, per-patient value)
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WOW-worthy experience at every touchpoint
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Active, authentic social media (not just scheduled posts)
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Continuous innovation (new tech, new perks, new ideas)
Stats That Will Blow Your Mind
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Membership patients spend 2–4x more per year (BoomCloud™ data)
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Top 10% of practices by revenue are 3x more likely to use real-time analytics
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Offices with membership penetration >50% report 92%+ patient retention
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Google reviews grow 5x faster for practices with strong loyalty programs
How to Become Dental Practice of the Year
Launch a killer membership plan
Track everything (MRR, ARR, NPS, referrals)
Personalize every patient interaction
Offer member-only perks and events
Share milestones with patients (“1,000th member!”)
Surprise with birthday gifts, handwritten notes
Train your team to “WOW” at every step
Promote wins on Facebook, Instagram, and local press
Use tech for seamless recalls, payments, reviews
Celebrate team and patient achievements publicly
The Membership Plan Blueprint—Your Ticket to Dental Practice of the Year
Let’s break the mold.
Dental insurance is a trap—membership plans are your ticket to freedom (and massive loyalty).
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BoomCloud™ Membership Plan Features:
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Predictable monthly/annual revenue
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Instant value for patients (cleanings, exams, x-rays, big discounts)
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No insurance denials, no maxes, no fine print
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Family, perio, cosmetic, and VIP tiers
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Automated onboarding, reminders, renewal
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Dashboard to track MRR, ARR, renewals, referrals, and reviews
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Why It Works
Patients crave simplicity and savings.
You want loyalty and profit.
A modern membership plan delivers both—locking in relationships and fueling epic growth.
CASE STUDY: Dr. Alexis Stone’s “Dental Practice of the Year” Playbook (with BoomCloud™)
Before BoomCloud™:
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34% hygiene reappointment rate
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AR nightmares (insurance drama every day)
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Slow, unpredictable growth
After BoomCloud™:
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388 active members in 16 months
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MRR hit $13,400; ARR soared over $160,000
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Revenue per patient up 3.8x
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Team morale through the roof—everyone knew their impact
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Hygiene booked out months ahead
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Referrals jumped 67%
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Won “Dental Practice of the Year” and featured in state dental magazine
Epiphany
“I realized the dental practice of the year isn’t about doing more dentistry—it’s about building a system for loyalty, value, and consistent WOW. BoomCloud™ gave us the playbook and the dashboard to win.”
MRR, ARR, and the Revenue-Per-Patient Power Move
MRR (Monthly Recurring Revenue):
Start every month with money in the bank—no more rollercoasters.
ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue):
Plan growth, invest in tech, and build a practice buyers (and banks) fight over.
Revenue Per Patient:
Memberships turn “one-and-done” patients into long-term, high-value members who refer more and leave better reviews.
BoomCloud™ Topics & Winning Practice Strategies
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Gamify membership sign-ups: “Be our 500th member and win!”
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Member spotlight posts—share their stories (with permission!)
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Automated renewal nudges for 95%+ retention
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Celebrate milestones (member anniversaries, team wins)
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Create exclusive member events—open houses, whitening parties, local charity days
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Use dashboard data to reward your top performers
FAQs
What’s the #1 thing that makes a dental practice of the year?
A culture of patient-first innovation—driven by data, loyalty programs, and a remarkable experience.
How do I launch a membership plan fast?
Use a proven platform like BoomCloud™ for setup, automation, and tracking.
Do membership patients really spend more?
Absolutely! Most offices see 2–4x more annual spend per member vs. non-members.
How do I measure progress?
Track MRR, ARR, hygiene reappointments, referrals, reviews, and per-patient revenue.
What if my team isn’t on board?
Train, share wins, and involve them in celebrations. People love seeing their impact!
Does it work for solo docs and big groups?
Yes—top practices in every size use these systems to win.
Your Name in Lights—“Dental Practice of the Year” Starts Today
Being the dental practice of the year isn’t about luck. It’s about leadership, data, loyalty, and next-level patient experience.
Get your team fired up, launch that membership plan, and turn every patient into a raving fan. You’ll get more than an award—you’ll build a practice you love to lead.
