Allison Lacoursiere

Allison Lacoursiere

Allison Lacoursiere is an innovator in Clear Aligner Operations and the creator of the Clear Aligner Systemization methodology. As the founder of Clear Coaching she is an expert in Clear Aligner Systems and helping Dentists streamline their efficiency and increase their production.

She has a decade of dental experience, has a lifetime membership to AADOM, is certified as a Registered Dental Assistant, Orthodontic Assistant as well as Dental Office Management through the University of Toronto.

Allison is a faculty member of Align technology, Upgrade Dental and the Dental Speakers institute. She is also an RDA, OA, CPC, and a ELI-MP
Leadership & Business Coach. Additionally she is a certified Professional Coach through IPEC and a member of the International Coaches Federation, UC Davis for Coaching as a Manager and is certified as a Transformational Trainer through Lionspeak. A sought after Coach, Consultant, and Speaker, Allison can help any dental office struggling with not enough time, disorganization or inefficiency to better train and delegate amongst their team to improve their office culture and
increase their revenues.

Allison works directly with practices to implement strategies to increase profitability in the office without increasing stress and time from the doctor. She further empowers teams through providing them with the skills and strategies that will drive treatment conversations, consults,
and increasing treatment conversion for all orthodontic treatment.

Allison is also the co-founder of a bespoke social media marketing agency, Clearly.IG. that not only manages social accounts, but coaches teams on how to operate successful marketing campaigns. She has additionally trained hundreds of individuals to create an ROI on Instagram through her online courses and international speaking.

Additionally, Allison has her own podcast: The Future of Dentistry where she interviews industry leaders on everything from dental technology to leadership strategies, high-performance workflows, education-based marketing, and more!

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How to Best Work with Patients on Clear Aligners

By: Allison Lacoursiere Clear aligners have made themselves incredibly important to our industry in a very short…

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Efficiency of Chlorhexidine Varnish for Tissue Management

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | March 12, 2025

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Chlorhexidine has had a wide range of uses in dentistry for many years, including maintaining tissue health during periodontal therapy, reducing the risk of caries, and minimizing sensitivity.  Along with the positive effects it has,…

Dental Insurance Fee Negotiation Process & Why Hire an Expert

By Angela Holland | March 11, 2025

By: Angela Holland Negotiating PPO fees is a crucial yet often overlooked step in maximizing your dental practice’s financial success. Done correctly, PPO fee negotiations can significantly increase insurance collections—without requiring more patients, additional treatments, or increased marketing costs. While the process can take anywhere from 9 to 18 months, the results are well worth…

You’re A Practice Owner…How Should You Hire an Associate?

By Louis Kaufman DDS, FAGD, MBA | March 10, 2025

By: Dr. Kaufman I have had at least one associate sometimes two over the last 16 years. I was an associate and that was almost 30 years ago. Here is my take, if you are the practice owner you need to be comfortable sharing your practice.  Why Not Have An Associate? Some docs I know…

Dental Microscope: When We See Better, We Can Do Better

By Dr. Michelle Lee, DDS | March 5, 2025

By: Michelle Lee, DDSTopic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Lee granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Today, we have an abundance of restorative materials at our fingertips. Accurate case planning involves realizing the potential of digital design and precision-based dentistry to efficiently provide the best possible restorative care. My attitude to dentistry…

Stop the Chaos: How Accountability Transforms Your Dental Practice from Stressful to Profitable 

By Dawn Patrick | March 4, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS  As a dentist and business owner, you’re not just responsible for patient care—you’re responsible for building a successful practice. A well-run dental office doesn’t happen by chance. It’s built on systems, structure, and accountability. Without clear expectations for each team member, inefficiencies, miscommunication, and…

Together We Rise 

By Savanah Craig | March 3, 2025

By: Dr. Savanah Craig “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” I have always believed Dentistry is a Team Sport. As dentists, practice owners, partners, etc., we are only as strong as the members of our team, and we cannot do it all on our own….

The Link Between Glycemic Index and Oral Health: Understanding How You Eat Affects Your Health 

By Michael Eid | February 26, 2025

By: Michael Eid Since childhood, we’ve been taught one simple rule: candy causes cavities (also known as caries). It seems logical—something sugary and sticky clings to your teeth and “eats away” at the tooth structure. However, the process behind this is more complex than it appears. The connection between diet and dental caries lies in…

Maximizing Profitability with Dental Insurance Waivers  & Upgraded Fee Agreements

By Angela Holland | February 25, 2025

By: Angela Holland In the competitive world of dentistry, practices are constantly looking for ways to increase profitability while maintaining high standards of patient care. One strategy that is gaining traction is the use of dental insurance waivers and upgraded fee agreements. These tools not only help boost revenue but also improve patient satisfaction by…

Help! My Dental Assistant Always Questions Me in Front of My Patients

By Ronda Holman | February 24, 2025

By: Ronda Holman As a dentist, maintaining confidence and authority in front of your patients is essential. But what happens when your dental assistant questions you during an appointment sometimes in a way that undermines your expertise? While it’s great to have a team that thinks critically, in-chair debates can create discomfort for both you…

Restoring Undersized & Peg Laterals: No Tooth Prep Needed

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | February 21, 2025

By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org, Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. A small lateral incisor is not always called a peg lateral. When I say peg lateral, I visualize it as a size like the fixture with implant abutment. Meanwhile, most of the time we have…