Behind the Scenes of an Eaglesoft Release…
While customers only see the marketing pieces prior to a software release, the gears of the development release cycle are working well in advance of that. Customer feedback, an essential...
Give People a Reason to Talk
We’ve all heard the old adage, “There’s nothing new under the sun.” While there is truth to this statement, it should never be used as an excuse for not striving...
Is Your Office Involved in Your Local Community?
This is a question I ask offices regularly, as it should be a piece of your marketing strategy. I will frequently hear that an office started a program such as...
Eaglesoft eServices: All for one, one for all
The newest addition to Patterson Dental’s Explore Store (www.PattersonDental.com/AppStore) isn’t just one tool to help practices run better. It’s a whole team! All of Eaglesoft’s eServices can now be found...
Practicing with the Masters
Our Practicing with the Masters webinar series has proven to be quite successful. The goal of these webinars is to bring industry leaders to you through a series of webinars,...
What Does Your Facebook Page Say About You?
What is the personality of your Facebook page? Is it friendly, fun, positive, cheerful, inspiring, serious, gross, depressing or boring? Whether you set an intention for what you want your...
The Business of Dentistry
Taken from the March 1954 issue of Patterson’s monthly news publication, PHC Newswheel Digest: Dentistry is also a Business! Looking ahead as...
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...
Accomplishment…Minus Showmanship
Taken from the August 1954 issue of Patterson’s monthly news publication, PHC Newswheel Digest: Accomplishment … minus showmanship The reputation which this...
CEREC 27 and a half
One of the most exciting events in the dental market is set to take place August 16-18, 2012 at the Venetian in Las Vegas. Sirona’s “CEREC 27 and a half”...
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...
Eaglesoft and RevenueWell
A few months ago we announced a partnership with RevenueWell. RevenueWell is a practice marketing and patient communication suite that can greatly help your office attract new patients and nurture...
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...
Increase Efficiency and Patient Relations with Eaglesoft
Looking for ways to become more efficient with your daily tasks? Let Eaglesoft help you! Eaglesoft was designed to be personalized, giving you more power to run a smart and...
Facebook Posting Etiquette
How often are you posting on your dental practice Facebook page? Once a week, every day, multiple times per day? Ever since the first Edgerank study was released, people have...
CEREC Philanthropy
Over the years, the dental profession has proven itself to be highly philanthropic. Just open any trade journal or magazine that serves the industry and it is easy to find...
Spring Patterson Today
Patterson Today is an office design, equipment and technology magazine that provides our readers with inspiring stories from doctors around the country who have partnered with their local Patterson team...
Starting with Patient Experience
I often hear from dentists that they are apprehensive about becoming active in the social media space because they are worried someone will start speaking badly of their dental practice....
Playing the Charity Card – Take the Gamble Out of Doing Philanthropic Work
Part I: I’ve found that all oral health professionals have the talent and desire to give back to their community. These teeth-loving heroes like to use their superpowers to change...
Increasing Treatment Plan Acceptance with Automatic Follow-Ups
If you’re like most practices out there, you could walk in tomorrow morning, run some good reports in your practice management system and easily find $500,000 to $1,000,000 in diagnosed...
Communication and Technology
If you’ll remember back to my post “Are You Really Listening?,” you’ll remember we talked about two self-imposed barriers to listening and effective communication. While these barriers are critical to...
The Root of It: Thank You, Dental Assistants!
In honor of Dental Assistant Recognition Week, we wanted to hear from “The Root of It” contributors and asked: “What do your dental assistants do that helps set your practice...
Are you really listening?
Being an effective communicator is critical to being successful in any profession. The single most important communication skill one can possess is, at best, taken for granted and for many,...
CAESY Cloud
I am pleased to announce that we just released another update to CAESY Cloud! Yes, there are new and updated videos like the last update, but in my opinion, we...
Hands-On Learning with CAD/CAM Technology
The very nature of dentistry is kinesthetic learning and application. As a dentist, you are a master at working with your hands and they are important tools of your trade...
Technology to Enhance the Patient Experience
Every dental practice wants to differentiate itself. A key to this is enhancing the patient experience. A great way to do that is through the technologies you offer in your...
Dental Products Report Interviews Paul Guggenheim
As part of the Dental Products Report January cover story, Patterson Dental President Paul Guggenheim weighs in on some of the topics that could be uppermost in the minds of...
X-ray Vision
There you are, doing what you do, practicing great dentistry. You have a patient in your chair, their digital X-rays showing on your monitor. Problem is, you would like to...
Sleep Disorder Dentistry Blog
Snoring has long been considered an inconvenience, but increasingly it is becoming clear that it can lead to major health problems. Snoring loudly is often a sign of sleep-disordered breathing...