The Importance of Taking Time Off and Enjoying the Holidays as a Practice Owner

Many dentists struggle to enjoy the holidays as practice owners due to anxieties about overspending on labor and missing out on revenue. The key is to prioritize mental health, patient care, and staff well-being over revenue concerns. By designing a schedule that allows for a healthy work-life balance, practice owners can create a more enjoyable holiday season. For example, one multiple practice owner advocates for a four-day workweek with normal business hours, five-day weekends, and shorter lunch breaks. The goal is to maximize efficiency and productivity while still allowing time for relaxation and family. Although dentists may worry about losing patients during time off, focusing on delivering an exceptional patient experience will ultimately retain long-term loyalty.