When Dr. Paul Trotter took over his father’s orthodontic practice, Trotter Orthodontics, he faced a choice: bring on another associate or streamline operations himself.
Wanting to manage the practice himself to keep the integrity of what his father had built, he opted for efficiency, testing both the KLOwen Custom Digital Solution (includes digital indirect bonding (IDB)) and digital IDB with conventional brackets to see where we would get the most efficiency and profitability without compromising outcomes.
Initially, both options offered improved bracket placement, but digital IDB still required time-consuming adjustments, with Dr. Trotter often spending time repositioning brackets and making wire bends. In contrast, the KLOwen Custom Digital Solution significantly reduced these doctor-intensive tasks which led to increased predictability and less stress in the practice as the team was now able to do more of the work and have autonomy over the patient’s experience during the appointment.
By fully adopting KLOwen, Dr. Trotter reduced appointments from 18 to 11, and increased revenue per visit from $388 (conventional) to $670—a 73% boost—without hiring additional team members or adding an associate. This new custom solution not only saved time but allowed Dr. Trotter to engage more personally with patients, instead of racing to meet a demanding schedule.
Key Takeaways:
- Efficiency Gains: KLOwen reduced the number of appointments from 18 to 11, allowing Dr. Trotter to handle more patients without increasing his team or adding an associate.
- Increased Revenue: Revenue per appointment jumped from $388 to $670, a 73% increase, demonstrating KLOwen’s value in driving profitability.
- Improved Workflow: With fewer doctor-intensive appointments, the practice experienced a smoother, less stressful workflow, benefiting both the team and patients.
With KLOwen, Dr Trotter was able to maintain quality and enhance his family practice, showing how custom orthodontics can truly empower practices.
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About KLOwen Orthodontics:
KLOwen Orthodontics is a custom digital technology company transforming orthodontic practices through our full custom digital orthodontic solution that increases efficiency, improves quality & consistency of outcomes, and reduces stress in the orthodontic practice. Founded in 2019 by Orthodontist, Dr. Brandon Owen, KLOwen is leading innovation in orthodontic treatment with a full portfolio of custom fixed appliances proven to deliver up to 41% reduced treatment time and 45% reduced appointments. Schedule a demo today by clicking here.
