October Events
Here’s a list of some dental events we’ll be at in October. Be sure to come find us; we’d love to talk to you! Alabama 10/12: Birmingham - World Class Ceramic...
The Intraoral Camera: Small Investment – Big Results
When we talk about technology, we often talk about new technology products that can be incorporated into a practice, but let’s not overlook the intraoral camera. This small, handheld device...
Join Dental Lifeline Network at the ADA Annual Session
Are you one of many thousands of dental professionals who are heading to San Francisco for the 2012 ADA Annual Session this October 18-20? Dental Lifeline Network, the parent organization...
Minnesota Mission of Mercy
The Verizon Wireless Center in Mankato was the site for the inaugural Minnesota Mission of Mercy (MnMoM) event, held August 17-18, 2012. The goals were simple: treat 2,000 patients and...
ReSURGE – Revolutionary New Dental Instrument Cleaner
It’s part of daily life for every dental practice: cleaning and sterilizing instruments. Yet, when surveyed which ultrasonic cleaning solution they use to clean their instruments, the majority of dental...
ASDA National Leadership Conference
The American Student Dental Association (ASDA) is a national student-run organization that protects and advances the rights, interests and welfare of dental students. With chapters at each of the 62...
Wells Fargo Practice Finance: We’re here to help take you to the next step
As a new dentist trying to figure out your career goals, and the path you should take to reach them, you have a wide variety of career options to consider....
September Events
Here’s a list of a whole bunch of events we’ll be at in September. Be sure to come find us; we’d love to see you! Alabama 9/28 – Pelham –...
Schick 33 and Eaglesoft 16.1
Schick has just released an incredible new sensor, the Schick 33. This new sensor has a theoretical line pair resolution of 33. This is technical talk, but what it means...
No joke: Steve Martin and Martin Short perform at CEREC 27 and a half
It sounds a bit like … well, a bit. But on Friday, Steve Martin and Martin Short teamed up to celebrate a 27-and-a-half(th?) anniversary. Sirona’s, to be exact. The legendary...
DUX Dental: Promoting a Good Cause
In addition to participating with our Grins for a Good Cause initiative, DUX Dental is working to protect your dental patients from cross contamination and fight breast cancer at the...
CEREC AC with Omnicam Announcement
Earlier this week, Sirona sent out word that a new CEREC intraoral camera would soon be released. Ever since that announcement the anticipation and buzz surrounding the potential significance of...
Vision Enhancement
As the art of dentistry continues to advance, so are the tools available for you to enhance your vision, while also reducing the risk of discomfort or pain that can...
OSAP – Because Safety Matters
OSAP (Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention) is a community of dental practices, educators and consultants, dental companies and stakeholders with interest in trusted information, education and resources in the...
Making the Most of the 8th Annual AADOM Conference
As the liaison between Patterson and AADOM (American Association of Dental Office Managers), I am so fortunate to attend their annual conference each year (this year in Scottsdale, Arizona). I’ve...
What is your capacity to grow?
About two months ago, I had the pleasure of speaking with John Luginbill of The Heavyweights about social media strategy for dental practices. He brought up a rather simple concept...
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Playing the Charity Card [PRESENTATION]
Our annual Dolphin meeting always features a handful of guest presenters, mainly made up of consultants and clinicians who share their expertise on practice trends throughout the dental specialty industry....
2012 OSAP Annual Symposium
This year’s annual session, “Connecting to Drive Compliance,” is crucial for anyone working to ensure the safe delivery of oral healthcare. It will take place at Loews Atlanta Hotel in...
June Events
May is coming to a close and summer is almost here! June will be filled with some great workshops and conferences – here is a list of events where you...
Boost Efficiencies with Schick Digital X-Rays and Eaglesoft
There are more than a few benefits to using digital radiography over traditional film: Patients are exposed to less radiation. No chemicals; digital X-rays are better for our environment. Faster...
AAPD Annual Session
Patterson is pleased to be a part of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Annual Session in San Diego May 24-27! As advocates for children’s oral health, the AAPD...
Support Your Local Dental Administrative Study Club
Michelle Kratt, FAADOM, FADIA started the North Shore Study Club in Wilmington, Mass., to help advance the careers of dental administrative team members. There is very little available locally by...
Young and Motivated
Over the last nine years, Spear Education has been helping to develop the next generation of business leaders through their Young and Motivated program. These workshops were developed by Rezwan...
Playing the Charity Card – Take the Gamble Out of Doing Philanthropic Work
Part II: How to Effectively Market Your Charitable Work While Playing the Charity Card By now I hope you’ve narrowed down your philanthropic initiatives to a handful of great causes...
Deborah’s Story
After 56-year-old Deborah was hit by a drunk driver in 1991, she had brain surgery that left her with lingering seizures and problems with memory, concentration and balance. She also...
Get in the Driver’s Seat: Understanding Treatment Opportunities
Our thoughts create our reality and may hold us back. In some dental practices, we project the story that the patient can or cannot afford a particular treatment plan, or...
Stop Holding the World on Your Shoulders!
So, it’s Monday morning, you’ve just walked in the door at your dental practice. You feel pretty good, spent a nice relaxing weekend with your family at the family cabin....
The Buck Stops Here: Protecting Your Practice
Let’s face it ... dental practices are busy places focused on patient care. Running the business and having systems can often take a back seat to providing care to your...
Open Wide Journey …Being Home Again
Being Home Saturday, February 11 ended my journey in Guatemala – one journey I will never let go from my mind. This journey has allowed me the opportunity to open...
Thank You for Impacting America’s Smiles
What a week it has been for all of us in Chicago! From everyone at Oral Health America, we’d like to send a big THANK YOU to the over 800...