The fact of the matter is this: medical emergencies are a frequent occurrence in dental offices, and being prepared to handle such an emergency properly and efficiently is of paramount...
As you know from pedo-focused (Tooth) Picks past, we love gabbing about the importance of helping children establish proper oral care habits as early as possible. One of the best...
"More Than a Routine Check-Up" With a focus on oral systemic health, this Ohio dentist sees the mouth as a window to the rest of the body. Dr. Shelley Shults...
It’s Earth Day: A day when recycling, re-purposing, upcycling, and small ways to give back to planet earth are all top of mind. Many dental products - including most dental...
Does your practice have 4 operatories? If you increase that number to 5, your revenue will increase by at least 20%. What about if your practice has 3 operatories, and...
“There is nothing better than a successful associateship in a thriving private practice, especially if there is an opportunity for ownership down the road.” -Andrew Darke, MBA, National Practice Transitions...
It’s 2016! Movies are 3D, cars run on electricity, everyone and their mother (even their grandmother!) has a smart phone...advanced technology greatly enhances our everyday lives, and it can greatly...
Patterson Dental has recently announced that pharmaceuticals are now available for purchase on our website, including certain products that are classified as controlled substances. Unlike other products, the sale of...
From outlining the 7 steps of endodontics, to covering 8 products at the root of root canals, we've enjoyed taking the month of March to publish various pieces of content...
It's FINALLY SPRING, which means it's time to put on your Spring cleaning pants and work yourself into an organizational frenzy!!! Okay perhaps a frenzy isn't necessary, but it is...
Fortunately, Endodontics - the dental specialty which concerns the study and treatment of dental pulp - is an area of dentistry that has seen tremendous growth over the last 20...
Flying cars and hover boards may not be here yet (well, at least not safe ones), but the future has arrived when it comes to one thing: brushing your teeth....
It's March, which means snow melting, birds chirping, sun shining, and pulp...pulping? That's right, we'll be taking this month to focus on all things endodontics, starting with one of the...
On paper, the difference between clean water and clean waterlines may only be 5 letters. In reality, however, the divide is major. Knowing that there is a difference, why the...
Same day, same appointment dentistry. Once something patients (and dentists!) could only dream of, now a reality. Need proof? Dr. Daniel Vasquez of Oceanside, California swears by his CEREC technology,...
February 28 marks Tooth Fairy Day, a day which pays tribute to the generous little sprite kind enough to visit our bedrooms and leave treats, trinkets, or money, in exchange...
In 2015, the Patterson Foundation reached a milestone by surpassing $500,000 in support of America’s Dentists Care Foundation (ADCF) and Missions of Mercy (MOM) events across the country! ABOUT THE...
PART I: THE PROBLEM How many times have dental professionals heard something like this from a patient: “I came in to have my teeth cleaned, and now I’m leaving with...
What's not to love about Valentine's Day? This holiday encourages showering family and friends with love, affection, attention, and even treats like crafts, cards, and sweets! Patients, do you want...
"Working Together to Make a Difference" Krista Smith, pictured with her mother, Dr. Shelley Shults Over the course of the past 15 years, Office Manager Krista Smith and her...
Brrrrrr, it’s chilly outside. That makes it the best time of year to bundle up! We’re not talking about scarves, mittens, or mukluks, though. We’re talking about bundling up with...
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, which we at Patterson couldn’t be happier about! You best believe we’ll take any chance we can get to talk about the importance...
We all hear about the large data breaches pulled off against huge companies such as Target or even the IRS, but the plain and simple truth is: You are more...
Vinyl Polysiloxane, or VPS, impression material involves a chemical reaction between 2 substances known as a base and a catalyst. These two components must be mixed evenly and thoroughly for...
Having strong passwords is critical for maintaining personal privacy as well as HIPAA compliance. Hackers view cracking passwords as we might view solving a crossword puzzle. It’s fun and, in...
Over the past three months we have written about the newest threats to dental offices servers and patient data. During that brief window of time the most prevalent threat, ransomware,...
Another year has come and gone, and everywhere we look there are signs that winter is fast upon us. It has always amazed me how quickly a year will go...
December is full of holiday cheer, music everywhere, lights blinking from afar and the sweet aroma of freshly baked cookies! This is the best time of year to celebrate 2015...
Quick, easy-to-use products can optimize compliance in your practice. One prime example is fluoride varnish, which is painted on the teeth versus a fluoride gel or foam used with a...
In my previous post I covered the first two actions to help create a happier and more successful culture. Here are numbers three and four! Action Three – Monitor Results...
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