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Comment on Full Scalable Background Images by Lorissa

Lorissa — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:58:38 +0000

Hi Jack, I tend to always create a js folder within the theme directory for any JS files and I'd recommend this approach just to keep things nicely organised. Create a new folder called "js" in your theme directory. Then, within the header.php for your theme, add this just below the tag, or in the case of the Thematic theme, :

That should do it! I hope this helps. I do wonder if some of the PHP used by that specific theme will cause some hiccups, so let me know if it does.

Comment on Full Scalable Background Images by Jack

Jack — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 13:49:23 +0000

I love this idea, but I can’t figure out where to place the .js script within Wordpress’ Thematic theme. Any suggestions?
Thanks!
J

Comment on Lessons from a Dentist by Bulah Dakin

Bulah Dakin — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:48:11 +0000

Nice article. I was able to send this to a doctor I know that could use this on their website..

Comment on Lessons from a Dentist by Robbyn Hans

Robbyn Hans — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:02:03 +0000

Helpful info ! I am writing a blog entry on cosmetic dentistry and what you wrote is very helpful.

Comment on Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010! by Rachel

Rachel — Sat, 02 Jan 2010 09:57:18 +0000

Excellent advice…

Comment on Lessons from a Dentist by Lorissa

Lorissa — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 10:41:13 +0000

Yeah, finding the time to blog and/or twitter can be difficult – I more than understand. If dentists can find the time though, it would be well worth it.

Yes, a very good idea to have patient testimonials and the use of video would be great. Testimonials are a must really.

I think cost is an important element for people in making their decision. People do have to take that into consideration and having the basic fees up front would be good for both potential patients and dentists. If someone can’t afford the services of a dental practice, it’s probably best that both parties know that immediately before going too far into anything. I’m sure most practices do this, but if not, it would be good to also provide people with information on any payment plan options as well. I have no doubt that patients will appreciate the flexibility of payment options, as well as the transparency of the practice to display that information upfront. Admittedly, when finding my new dentist I was in too much pain to care about costs. My dentist did explain to me that if I signed up for a plan with them, I could get a 15% discount on all work. He didn’t try to hard-sell the plan, but he mentioned it since he understood that a root canal was costly. I signed up for the plan because it did save some money, but also because I didn’t feel like he was trying to sell me anything. He mentioned it briefly and as a way to help me, but didn’t push it.

I don’t think cost is the most important factor when making a decision about a dentist/dental practice, but it definitely does factor in, whether we like it or not.

Comment on 30 things in my 30th year by Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010! | Lorissa Shepstone

Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010! | Lorissa Shepstone — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 09:09:39 +0000

[...] not a great fan of resolutions. They tend to be forgotten by January 15th. I already have my 30 things to do in my 30th year, so the only thing I’m telling myself for this coming year is: Be the person you know you [...]

Comment on What Every Aspiring Photographer Should Know by Lorissa

Lorissa — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 08:34:31 +0000

No problem. It’s a good read. Something I definitely needed anyway.

Comment on Lessons from a Dentist by cosmetic dentistry guide

cosmetic dentistry guide — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 02:32:49 +0000

Wow thanks for the response i guess its in line with what i think, well detailed explanations of what the step by step procedure will involve and a well designed website that is clean and easy to follow, I guess one of the problems i find with dentists is that many of them say they don’t have time to blog or twitter but there is a select few who do take the time to do this.

I also think its very important that dentists communicate that they can deal with nervous patients online, through patient testimonials and the use of video on the web. Does cost play a major factor in your decision on finding the right dentist or would you rather meet the dentist before finding out the fees (ie do you think its a good idea that all dentists should display a fee guide on their website?

Comment on What Every Aspiring Photographer Should Know by Dave Peckens

Dave Peckens — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 01:39:28 +0000

Thanks for sharing this!