{"id":1366,"date":"2021-09-23T01:22:02","date_gmt":"2021-09-23T01:22:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/flodesk.com\/blog\/?p=1366"},"modified":"2024-07-12T04:40:54","modified_gmt":"2024-07-12T12:40:54","slug":"email-marketing-for-dentists","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/flodesk.com\/blog\/email-marketing-for-dentists\/","title":{"rendered":"5-Step Guide to Effective Email Marketing for Dentists"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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As a dentist, it can be challenging to keep the steady stream of patients you need to stay profitable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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While some clients prioritize their dental health, others leave years between appointments, only visiting when something goes wrong. This means you\u2019ll need to work hard to keep them engaged. Here\u2019s where email marketing comes in handy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Effective email marketing<\/a> can help you attract new customers and prompt current patients to invest in their dental health and make regular appointments.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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This article digs into why email marketing is so important for dentists, the five types of emails you need in your email marketing strategy and the essential steps to getting started.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Why email marketing strategy is super effective for dentists<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Let\u2019s start with a quick look at why email marketing is so effective for small businesses like your dental practice.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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It\u2019s cost-effective<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The return on investment for email marketing is significant and growing. Data shows that the ROI for email marketing<\/a> is $40 for every $1 spent, which far outweighs any other marketing channel. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Plus, there\u2019s little upfront investment. Creating and sending emails costs pennies, so even with a relatively small marketing budget, you can make a significant impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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It builds patient loyalty<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Your email list is a powerful way to attract new patients and engage your current ones. You can use it to keep your subscribers updated with new services and offer targeted promotions to patients who haven\u2019t visited the practice for a while. The average lifetime value of a single patient is $12,000\u201315,000<\/a>, so each one you retain makes a significant contribution to your bottom line.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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It enhances credibility<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Sending a follow-up email after an appointment provides the opportunity for patients to offer feedback. Acting on that feedback shows you\u2019re listening to them and value their business, strengthening relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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As part of the email, you can also request a client testimonial to add to your dental website or Google Reviews. This acts as social proof, which is crucial for attracting new patients. 87% of consumers read online reviews<\/a> while researching local businesses. Positive feedback validates your service, helps you stand out from the competition and builds your credibility.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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5 types of marketing emails for dentists<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Now you can see why email marketing is so vital for your small business<\/a>, let\u2019s run through the five types of email you need to consider as part of your marketing approach.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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1. The welcome email<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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The welcome email<\/a> is arguably the most important email you\u2019ll ever send your subscribers. It sets the tone for your relationship and lets you introduce your brand to them. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Plus, subscribers are four times more likely<\/a> to open welcome emails than other mailings, so if you want to prompt them to take action, this is the email to do it in. That action might include creating an account with your dental practice, downloading educational material on your services or booking an appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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To increase the chance of prospective patients booking their first appointment, it\u2019s worth adding a promotional offer in your welcome email. A welcome email that contains a special offer boosts revenue by 30% per email compared to those that don\u2019t include one.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Here\u2019s what a welcome email looks like from health & wellness website Everyday Health. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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By using their welcome email to share health-related articles, the health publication reassures their subscribers that they\u2019ll be getting what they signed up for\u2014helpful content on health topics.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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2. The new product or service email<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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With this email, you can introduce new products or services within your practice. For instance, if you\u2019re introducing an innovative method of teeth whitening, you can create an email explaining the new service, including who it\u2019s best suited for and what benefits it offers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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You could also include a limited-time promotion within the email like a 20% discount for the first 100 patients or a complimentary at-home maintenance product. This is great because time-limited offers create a sense of urgency and act as a purchase trigger<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Here\u2019s an example of a Flodesk new product launch email template<\/span><\/a> design that can get subscribers excited about what comes next.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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As a bonus, this type of email acts as a gentle nudge to subscribers to engage with you. For example, you may have several clients that aren\u2019t interested in teeth whitening, but after seeing your new product or service email, they would realize they\u2019re behind in their regular scheduled appointments and book a routine check-up.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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3. The educational and how-to emails<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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Educational and how-to emails serve two key purposes\u2014to build credibility and provide value. So delivering custom content to your subscribers via email helps them view you as more than just a dentist. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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By providing how-to guides, you show that you know what you\u2019re talking about. It means subscribers can rely on you for expert advice on dental care, so you become a one-stop shop if they have questions or issues they need solving regarding their dental health.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Here\u2019s an example from a dental practice, sharing a free guide with their dental team’s top 5 secrets to a brighter smile\u2014no weird chemicals, pastes or gadgets required!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

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4. Reminder emails<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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You might not associate reminder emails with a marketing opportunity, but they\u2019re pretty important. For dentists like you, appointment reminders will encourage client accountability which means you\u2019d reduce the number of no-shows you get. They also help you ensure you don\u2019t miss out on the opportunity to book another client if patients realize they can\u2019t make an appointment. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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If you don\u2019t charge a no-show fee, these missed appointments can affect your bottom line by hundreds of dollars per appointment so you need to be proactive about it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Plus, you can use appointment reminder emails as an opportunity to sell additional services. For example, if patients have a check-up scheduled, you can encourage them to schedule a scale and polish too. You can also use a reminder email to prompt patients to book their next checkup, so you\u2019ve always got a steady stream of income. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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5. Targeted promotional emails<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n
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You can use targeted promotional emails if you need to re-engage inactive patients, reward loyal patients or match a competitor’s promotion. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Your promotional email could target a specific segment of your email list with a one-off discount on their dental checkup or include holiday offers, such as a Black Friday or New Year discount. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Targeted emails that contain a discount or other promotions are vital for increasing engagement and encouraging action. In fact, 68% of millennials<\/a> said promotional emails influenced their purchasing behavior.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\n\t\t\t

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