8 Steps to a Successful Year End for Your Practice
Gifts aren't the only things that need to be wrapped up this time of year - with only a handful of weeks left in 2017, 'tis the season for your...
10 Excellent National Dental Organizations Deserving of Your Support
"Even if you don't have a dollar to give, you still have your time, your focus, and your voice. Be generous." -Lin-Manuel Miranda We can't think of a better quote to...
8 Ways to Make Your Practice More Comfortable
When new patients visit your practice for the first time, they come with a unique set of experiences that may or may not include feeling at ease around doctors and...
Patterson Profiles: Jennifer Hannon | AADOM
Welcome back to Patterson Profiles, a series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic or professional development organization. These individuals...
12 of the Coolest Dental Offices in the Country
Everyone is familiar with the idiom, "a picture is worth a thousand words." Well, you can think of your dental practice's office design in much the same way. If your patients...
5 Things to Consider When Choosing Practice Management Software
Let’s face it: Choosing practice management software is a daunting task. There are many options and at the end of the process, you’re greeted by a software installation with plenty of question marks. By closely considering these five things, you can find answers to your questions and get excited about your new practice management software.
12 Things Every Great Dental Practice Website Needs
Let’s face it – the internet has changed the way we do business. According to the Pew Research Center, 9 in 10 American adults (including potential new patients!) use the...
7 Must-Have Fall Floss Flavors
Warm pumpkin spice, tart caramel apples, gooey pecan pie...these are the iconic flavors and smells of fall. We know they make for tasty treats, delightful drinks, and comforting candles, but...
8 Ways To Score An A+ In Oral Hygiene This School Year
The beginning of a new school year can get crazy, as your lazy summer mornings turn into mad dashes to the bus stop. In the hustle and bustle of back...
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The Patterson Technology Center: Facts & Figures [Infographic]
You might know about the Patterson Technology Center (PTC), our state-of-the-art support center located in Effingham, Illinois. You might know that it employs the industry's most knowledgeable and skilled support...
Patterson Profiles: Mike Smurr | OSAP
Welcome back to Patterson Profiles, a new series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic organization. These individuals pursue...
18 of the Most Creative Dental Marketing & Advertising Ideas
It goes without saying that the true cornerstone of a successful dental practice is the quality of the work performed and services provided. However, even if you have the most...
10 Things Not to Miss at Dentsply Sirona World 2017
So much to do…so little time! Dentsply Sirona World 2017 offers some pretty cool options for networking, learning and all-around fun. Interested in an educational session that focuses on a...
3 Benefits of Your Data in the Cloud
As consumers, more and more of the data we rely on in our everyday lives resides in the cloud - and it’s easy to see why. The cloud empowers us...
How to Put Your Young Patients at Ease
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel!” –Maya Angelou How are you...
DentaCheques Sales Help Real People Receive Life-Changing Care
This week we’ve been celebrating “DentaCheques Week,” a concentrated Patterson team effort to rally and support one of our valued philanthropic partners, Dental Lifeline Network (DLN). DLN is a national...
8 Intriguing Dental Applications for Virtual Reality Technology
According to recent projections released by Grand View Research Inc., virtual and augmented reality in the health care market will swell to become a $5.1 billion industry by the year...
How to Build a Cohesive Team When You Have Multiple Locations
In the words of National Baseball Hall of Fame pitcher Jim Palmer, “You can’t win if nobody catches the ball in the outfield. You’re only as good as the team...
The Ultimate Summer Bucket List for Dental Professionals 2017
What do baseball, bonfires, and beach parties have in common? They’re fun-filled, favorite summertime activities. And with the Summer Solstice today, that means it's the official start of this sunniest...
Patterson Profiles: Paul Guggenheim | NCOHF
Welcome to Patterson Profiles, a new series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic organization. These individuals...
Amy Scoggins: An Inspired and Rewarding Career in Dentistry
From dental assisting to office administration, Amy Scoggins has incredible dental and customer service knowledge. Her dedication to her work, colleagues, and patients earned her a 2016 scholarship to the...
The Best Times of the Year to Whiten Your Teeth
Life is full of special events that we will remember forever. Whether it’s walking down the aisle on a wedding day, hugging an out-of-state relative at a family reunion, or...
Confidence in Technology: a Benefit of Business With Patterson
They say it's key. They say it's the most attractive quality you can have. They say it goes with everything. They even say it's contagious! What is this all-powerful epidemic?...
9 Foods to Eat to Keep Your Teeth Healthy
How many times each day do you remind your patients to brush and floss their teeth? We may be going out on a limb here, but we're guessing you say it...
9 Magical Desktop & Mobile Wallpapers Fit For a Unicorn
Unicorn fanatics, 2017 is your year: All things unicorn are en vogue. Want to drink like this mythical creature? Sip on a unicorn frappuccino or lemonade from Starbucks. Want to eat...
Are You a Good Listener? 6 Ways to Really Hear Your Patients
Have you ever been in a conversation and felt that you weren’t being heard? What a frustrating feeling! Now, imagine how a patient would feel if they experienced this during...
Egg-stremely Cute Dental Easter Eggs
We're not even eggs-aggerating when we say this was one of the most fun projects we've ever created for our blog! Besides being amazingly cute, this craft has given us...
How to Make Your Patients Want to Whiten (With You!)
Does your practice offer multiple whitening solutions? If so, how successful are you at encouraging your patients to use them? According to the American Dental Association, in the past 20...
Introducing Best Practice Magazine
After decades of publication, Patterson Today has undergone a complete overhaul, including a brand-new name... Becoming Best Practice In late-winter 2017, Patterson Dental turned the page on its established...
What Every Dental Practice Needs to Know About Engaging Millennials
Does your practice struggle to attract, recruit, and keep top Millennial talent? With the Millennial generation expected to make up 50 percent of the global workforce by 2020, that means...