Todd Doobrow is an independent Certified Financial Planner® fiduciary and founder of Curato Advisory, who has worked with dental and medical professionals, and their teams, for more than a decade.
Not only does he see the life of a dentist first-hand as his wife practices Periodontics and Implant dentistry, but he has entrenched himself in his clients’ practices with a voracious focus on financial efficiency.
He can be reached at Todd@CuratoAdvisory.com or 205.778.2020.
New Year’s Resolutions for Dentists: Get a Head Start Before the Year’s End
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As the year winds down and we gear up for the holidays, many…
Why Dentists Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Ask for Financial Help
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP In today’s fast-paced world, dentists face numerous challenges, from human resources, to maintaining…
Time to Look Beyond Index Funds
By:Â Todd Doobrow, CFP Index funds have gained immense popularity in recent years, often lauded for their low…
When to Change Financial Advisors
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Break-ups are rarely ever fun but are often necessary to help us keep…
The Crucial Role of Psychology in Financial Planning
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Financial planning isn’t just about numbers and spreadsheets; it’s equally about understanding how…
The Importance of Year-End Tax Planning for Dentists: Maximizing Financial Health
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP “Why does my accountant tell me in March what I should have done…
Questions to Ask When Hiring a Financial Advisor
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As we head into summer, we are finding many dentists “finally” prioritizing the…
Creating Well-Defined Specific Goals for Your Future
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP When we ask clients what they want for their futures, very few have…
Navigating Tax Season for Dental Owners & Associates
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP Tax season can be a stressful time for both dental owners and associates….
Importance of Financial Planning for Dentists: 3 Mistakes to Avoid
By: Todd Doobrow, CFP As dental professionals, you dedicate your lives to ensuring the oral health and…
Rubber Dam Isolation: Maximizing Bond Strength to Enamel
By: Christopher Mazzola, DDSTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Mazzola granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Advantages of Utilizing Rubber Dam Rubber dam isolation has a lot of advantages to be used in dentistry, that are supported with many clinical studies. By making our everyday procedures easier, without having to worry about…
Why Updating UCR Fees Annually is Best Practice for Your Dental Practice
By: Angela Holland In any dental practice, one of the most critical components of financial health is the establishment and management of Usual, Customary, and Reasonable (UCR) fees. UCR fees are essentially the fees a dental practice charges for services based on what is typical for the area and within industry standards. These fees play…
Your License, Your Reputation, Your Responsibility: Lessons from Dr. A.R.
Closing the Series & Applying These Insights to Your Practice By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH When you started this series, did you ever imagine you would gain so much insight from a single disciplinary case? The case of Dr. A.R. wasn’t just about one dentist’s mistakes—it was a window into the standards, expectations, and…
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Treatment: Oral Appliances And CPAP
By: Todd Sander, DMDTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Sander granted igniteDDS permission to share with our readers. Patients suffering from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) look for alternatives to continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) or an integrated approach that would improve the quality of their lives and is easier to adapt. Clinicians struggle because most…
Ghosted by Your Dentist: When Poor Communication Becomes Patient Abandonment
Understanding Patient Abandonment – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Imagine calling your dentist’s office to schedule an appointment, only to discover the office is permanently closed with no way to retrieve your records. Suddenly, you are left without a provider, without guidance, and without access to your dental history. This…
No More Drama: How Clear Agreements Create a Thriving, Accountable Dental TeamÂ
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IgniteDDS Managing a dental practice comes with its fair share of challenges—especially when it comes to holding your team accountable. Too often, practice owners and managers find themselves frustrated when tasks aren’t completed, patient care falls through the cracks, or team members don’t meet expectations….
Mastering Panadent Dento-Facial Analyzer Technique
By: Lee Ann Brady DMDTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Mounting the maxillary models in three reference planes to the hinge axis and acquiring the esthetic information of occlusal and incisal planes are important both diagnostically and when sending information to the lab. Achieving both…
The Most Powerful Shield in Dentistry—Is Yours Full of Holes?
Inadequate Record-Keeping – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH In the last blog, we explored Dr. A.R.’s failure to conduct a comprehensive periodontal evaluation and how that oversight compromised patient care and legal protection. But charting alone is not enough—if documentation is incomplete, vague, or missing critical details, it fails to…
The Benefits of Accepting Dental Insurance at Your Dental Practice
By: Angela Holland In today’s competitive healthcare landscape, offering dental insurance as a payment option can be a game-changer for your practice. While it may require additional administrative work, the benefits far outweigh the challenges. Here’s why accepting dental insurance can be a win-win for both your practice and your patients. 1. Attract More Patients…
The Principles of “mise-en-place” for the Dental Office
By: Dr. Savanah Craig I have become inspired by the book “Work Clean” by Dan Charnas. The book takes a look at the idea of “mise-en-place” which is taught to cooks, culinary students, and chefs around the world. “Mise-en-place” essentially means everything in its place, but Dan Chanas’ book takes a deeper dive into how…