Hart Family Dental - Summer 2018

Hart Family Dental - Summer 2018

THE HART HERALD SUMMER 2018 605.996.0650 WWW.HART-DENTAL.COM 714 W. 18th Ave, Mitchell, SD 57301 Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 8–5, Friday 8–1

BACK TO THE FUTURE THE YEAR SO FAR AND THE ROAD AHEAD

Greetings to everyone! I hope your summer is off to a great start! We just returned from a family road trip to Hereford, Texas, for my brother’s wedding. I enjoyed showing my kids and in-laws around the town where I graduated and spending some quality time with friends and family. I even made a stop at the local western store to pick up a new cowboy hat so I will be ready for the Corn Palace Rodeo! Prior to the wedding, Karisa and I attended the EntreLeadership Summit in San Antonio, where we learned so much about being better leaders and better business owners. Attending the 2017 EntreLeadership Summit in Orlando was the catalyst for many good changes we made over the past year, and I anticipate the same will be true for 2018. It’s been a while since our last newsletter, so this is our first opportunity to let you all know that, in January, Dr. Bisson purchased a practice from a retiring doctor in Brookings. We are happy for him and his family during this next step in their journey. Brookings is the place where both Dr. Bisson and his wife went to school, and I expect they will be very happy there. Dr. Bisson’s last day was Jan. 31 , and our first step as a practice was to regroup. We had a team meeting to look at where we’ve been and where we’re going. First we acknowledged that we had some growing pains over the last five years. Then we discussed our mission, vision, and core values and took a hard look at where we may have drifted and where there’s room for improvement. Finally we made a plan for how we’re going to serve our patients with only one doctor, and we discussed how we can recruit a doctor who aligns with our mission and values while continuing to give you excellent care. Since then, it has been a very busy few months, as expected. But I can honestly say that I’m more excited than ever about the team we have. And I’m proud of our mission to help our patients live better lives through modern dentistry.

Dental Meeting. Yesterday, we brought in a consultant from Philadelphia to improve our software and train us on how to better utilize our technology. That way, we can be more efficient and provide better care. In July, I look forward to continuing my learning at the national meeting for the American Academy of Clear Aligners, where I also have the privilege of serving as an Invisalign faculty speaker. All in all, we are ready to have an awesome summer doing what we love! We appreciate you, our family of patients, and we are grateful for the trust you place in us and thankful for the opportunity to take care of you. We hope you find time to get out and enjoy some sunshine. After our long winter, we all need it!

–Dr. Hart

As busy as we are, we’re still carving out time to grow, learn, and be better for you. In May, our team attended the SD State

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RV VS. TENT WHICH IS BETTER FOR YOUR CAMPING TRIP? Are you Team RV or Team Tent? Die-hard tent campers swear you’re not “roughing it” unless you sleep on the ground with nothing but canvas and the stars above you. On the other hand, RV lovers will point out that there’s nothing heroic about freezing to death at night (or going to the woods without a TV). Neither camping method is better than the other, but each has its pros and cons. Tent camping is generally the less expensive option; two-person tents start at $40. The price of an RV can range up to $50,000 or more. Site fees for tents are also cheaper (or free) because they’re smaller and don’t require electricity or septic tank services. You just need a flat spot for your gear. A folded tent will fit into nearly any vehicle, and you can stow it in a closet when you get home. An RV will require dedicated parking space between trips. When it comes to comfort, RVs have it made. Air mattresses or foam sleeping mats are never going to be as comfortable as a real bed. RVs are also able to provide electricity, which gives you air conditioning, a stove, and a hot shower. And let’s not forget about private flushable toilets.

An RV is also a must when camping in bear country. Some areas require campers to use hard-sided shelters for safety reasons.

For many people, camping promises an escape from the business of modern life. If you really want to get away from it all and immerse yourself in nature, there’s no substitute for tent camping. An RV is like a miniature portable house. You can bring the comfort of your home with you, but you might not feel as close to nature. It all boils down to preference. You may be someone who enjoys being surrounded by nature in a tent, or you may prefer to have a toilet that flushes. Whichever camping experience you choose, remember to enjoy yourself and relax!

MEET BRANDY CAMPBELL!

Brandy joined the Hart Dental team in 2017 as our sleep treatment program coordinator. She previously worked as a leasing consultant, helping people find their perfect home, and now she is helping our patients regain their perfect night's sleep! A Letcher native and family-focused parent, Brandy has never strayed far from the area. She loves watching her family participate in extracurricular activities and being a part of the Mitchell community.

An awesome attribute Brandy brings to the team is her sincere desire to talk to people and get to know about them and their lives.

Brandy has brought a new life and focus to our sleep treatment program. If you are interested in learning more, call, stop by the office, or take our online quiz here:

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