Why Your Dental Website's Google Traffic is Tanking

Summary

In this conversation, Benjamin Suggs discusses the significant impact of AI on Google search results, particularly how it affects traffic to dental websites. He explains the introduction of AI overviews by Google, which provide answers directly on the search results page, leading to a decline in clicks on traditional listings. Suggs offers six strategies for dental practices to adapt to these changes, focusing on content creation that adheres to Google's EAT guidelines, the importance of comprehensive and informative content, answering common questions transparently, and localizing content to improve search visibility.

Takeaways

AI overviews are reducing clicks on search results.

65% of Google searches end without a click.

Dental practices must adapt to AI changes.

Focus on creating high-quality, informative content.

EAT: Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness is crucial.

Transparency in pricing can attract more clients.

Localizing content increases conversion rates.

Answering common questions can drive traffic.

Multimedia content keeps users engaged longer.

Dare to be different in your content strategy.

Sound bites

"65% of searches end without a click."

"Content should cover all bases."

"You need to localize your content."

Chapters

00:00 The Impact of AI on Google Search Results

02:41 Strategies to Combat Declining Website Traffic

05:46 Understanding Google's EAT Guidelines

08:25 Creating Comprehensive and Unique Content

11:10 Answering User Questions and Localizing Content

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