Dawn has 30+ years of dental experience spanning all facets of dentistry including pediatric, cosmetic, complete health, and sleep.
During her career, Dawn enjoyed 25 years in practice management including marketing, team training, and consulting.
She joined IGNITEDDS in June 2022 as Director of Operations.
Dawn enjoys working directly with teams and customers to create a win-win. She is passionate about creating systems and processes that allow teams to excel.
In her spare time, Dawn enjoys time with family, her two Goldendoodles, and traveling with her husband, Jon.
You Can’t Serve Excellence Without Systems
By: Dawn Patrick, COO and Dental Business Strategy Coach, IGNITEDDS Systems, Not Motivation, Drive Consistency Starbucks doesn’t…
From Chaos to Coordination: Building a Michelin-Star Dental Team
By: Dawn Patrick, COO and Dental Business Strategy Coach, IGNITEDDS What Does a High-Performing Dental Team Actually…
Hope Isn’t on the Menu: Planning a Profitable Dental Year
By: Dawn Patrick, COO and Dental Business Strategy Coach, IGNITEDDS It’s almost the end of the first…
Why the Money Isn’t Showing Up: Part 3
Building Financial Accountability Without MicromanagingDid you miss Part 2? Catch up on Why the Money Isn’t Showing…
Why the Money Isn’t Showing Up: Part 2
The Front Desk Systems That Make or Break Cash FlowDid you miss Part One? Catch up on…
Why the Money Isn’t Showing Up: Part 1
A Financial Control Series for Dental Practice Owners By: Dawn Patrick, COO and Dental Business Strategy Coach,…
The Practice Profitability Playbook: Part 3
Part 3: Clinical Control — Diagnose with Confidence, Present with Clarity By: Dawn Patrick, Business Strategy Coach,…
How Dental Practices Can WIN December Instead of Surviving It
By: Dawn Patrick, Business Strategy Coach, IGNITEDDS December can feel like the ultimate scramble. Patients rushing to…
The Practice Profitability Playbook: Part 2
Part 2: Financial Control — Show Me the Money in Your Dental Practice By: Dawn Patrick, Business…
The Practice Profitability Playbook
Part 1: Systems Control — The Foundation of a Low-Stress, High-Performing Practice By: Dawn Patrick, Business Strategy Coach, IGNITEDDS…
Efficiency of Chlorhexidine Varnish for Tissue Management
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 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: 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: 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 ProfitableÂ
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 RiseÂ
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 HealthÂ
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 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 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: 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…