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!
How to Best Work with Patients on Clear Aligners
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Help…My Dental Assistant Won’t Restock the Treatment Rooms
By: Ronda Holman My name is Ronda Holman and I have been sitting across from a dentist for a living for the last 25 years. I thought it might be time to make some written confessions about what I have been guilty of over the years and how my dentist effectively molded me into their…
Maximizing Team Member Engagement
By: Mark Kleive DDSThis article originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Kleive granted permission for igniteDDS to share it with our readers. Keeping your team members motivated and actively participating throughout the year is no small feat. Without a solid communication-based framework, things can easily fall apart, undermining the cohesion and productivity of your practice. During…
Cultivating Team Synergy in Dental Practice Management: Insights from the Trenches
Dentistry, while rooted in medical science, is profoundly shaped by the personalities at play within a practice. The realm of managing a dental team extends beyond clinical skills, delving into the nuanced art of fostering a positive workplace culture that ultimately reflects in patient satisfaction. Join Dr. Savanah Craig and Dr. Ronnetta Sartor as they…
Quick Take: Elevating Common Dental Procedures with the Solea
By: David Rice, DDS The Solea® All-Tissue Dental Laser from Convergent Dental is a breakthrough dental technology that enables dentists to perform a wide range of anesthesia-free, blood-free, and pain-free procedures in hard- and soft-tissue. Those who have an interest in lasers understand that Solea’s unique 9.3-micron CO2 technology makes it superior in handling anesthesia-free…
Know Your Patients: One of the Keys to Successful Treatment
By: Mike Crete DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Crete granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Have you ever found yourself explaining a treatment plan to a patient, only to be met with a blank stare and silence for a minute? It’s a common scenario indicating that while the patient…
Redefining Success: Insights from Dental Professionals on Career Fulfillment
In a world where the definition of success is often blurred by societal expectations and personal aspirations, two rising dental professionals engage in a candid conversation that demystifies the concept of success. Dr. Craig and Dr. Sartor delve into what it means to achieve success in both personal and professional spheres, particularly in the field…
Innovative Dental Technology Increases Efficiency & Production
By: Michael T. Kelly, DMDThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Kelly granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. Michael T. Kelly, DMD of Aesthetic Dentistry of Scottsdale is committed to dental excellence and strives to teach others about advancing dental techniques. He and his team successfully utilize innovative dental technology to…
TMJ 101: The Best TMD Treatment Options For Dentists
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, commonly referred to as TMD, are a set of conditions affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. With an estimated prevalence of 5-12% in the general population,…
Navigating Patient Expectations: Insights for Early-Career Dentists
Dentistry isn’t just about the technical handling of teeth; it involves the complex task of navigating patient expectations, often overshadowed by immediate clinical challenges. The journey of newly graduated dentists Dr. Savanah Craig and Dr. Ronnetta Sartor offers a lens into the intricate balancing act of managing patient desires and maintaining professional integrity. This article…
Breaking Barriers to Care: Innovation in Special Needs Dentistry
By: Laura B. Holena, DDSThis topic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Holena granted permission for this content to be shared with igniteDDS readers. There is a crisis in special needs dental care, with patients in some cases waiting years and often having to travel long distances to see a dentist who can accommodate them. For…