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DE's Business Lab: Burglar-proof your practice

Feb. 9, 2022

Is your office attractive to burglars? There are some items you can check for around your office. Here's what you can do to correct them if you find any burglar "invitations."

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD

My discussions with David Harris, CEO of Prosperident, are always full of surprises and helpful information, and this one is no exception. While we've been talking extensively about embezzlement and your team members, have you ever stopped to think if your practice is attractive to burglars on the outside?

I had not thought about this possibility, and David opened my eyes to what burglars might see when looking at my physical office. While we tend to focus on curb appeal, what is someone who might want to burglarize you focusing on? Starting with exterior door hinges, David explains some of the items dentists need to look for, and what we can do to discourage anyone from breaking and entering our offices.

For more information, visit Prosperident.com.

To watch more informative videos on today's topics with industry experts, visit dentaleconomics.com/videos or dentistryiq.com/videos.

About the Author

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD | Chief Editor

Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD, is the chief editor of Dental Economics. Based in Salem, Massachusetts, Dr. Maragliano-Muniz began her clinical career as a dental hygienist. She went on to attend Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, where she earned her doctorate in dental medicine. She then attended the University of California, Los Angeles, School of Dental Medicine, where she became board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Maragliano-Muniz owns a private practice, Salem Dental Arts, and lectures on a variety of clinical topics. You may contact her at [email protected].