Engage, Educate, Encourage, Entertain Social media, this explosive sphere that fosters social interaction and helps businesses connect with prospects and customers, is long past the emergent stage. More than that,...
The ADA in San Francisco is where it’s happening in dentistry this week, and our team has been showing off the all new CEREC AC with Omnicam to an excited...
Seems like a silly statement, doesn’t it? Well, I’ll take that a step further and say your dental practice SHOULD be fun. It should be a fun place, not just...
We had so much fun last year at ADA in Las Vegas, as well as throughout the year, with our Real Deal game that we decided to bring a little...
To help small business owners grow, the government passed tax laws to promote that growth by accelerating tax reductions through deduction and depreciation opportunities. New equipment purchases can be either...
We are happy to welcome two vendors new to the Patterson booths at this year’s ADA Annual Session. We’ll be sharing the space in our main booth (#716) with SheerVision....
I’m looking forward to the upcoming American Dental Association annual conference in San Francisco October 18-20, 2012. There is little doubt that this year’s ADA will be one to remember...
Most dental offices have a Facebook page. And while I have yet to find any data that compares the number of dental professionals who use Facebook to the number who...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the time when people around the world come together to generate awareness and raise money to help in the fight against the disease. Millions...
We hope you are enjoying all the benefits the Patterson Advantage program has to offer you. Make sure you are on track to renew for 2013, so you can continue...
Another Customer Service Week is in the history books. We laughed, we wore jeans and most of all, we ate. MONDAY Monday started with a hand-delivered treat from management in...
It’s like having a consultant at your side, readily available at a moment’s notice. With a single click of your mouse or tap on your mobile or tablet touchscreen,...
After Halloween, have you ever held a candy buy-back event for trick-or-treaters in your community? It’s a great way to: strengthen patient relationships promote better health garner publicity create a...
During the month of October, we are partnering with 11 infection control companies to raise funds for the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) in a special initiative –...
A little over a month ago, Hu-Friedy made dentistry’s longest running recycling program even greener with the launch of Environdent.com. Since 1995, the program has offered customers one free dental...
Starting or expanding your dental office begins with a vision focusing on the patient experience. Creating a healthy practice occurs when you have a team of qualified and experienced professionals...
Although the grand opening of the distinguished 100,000-square-foot facility occurred just under a year ago in Effingham, Illinois, the Patterson Technology Center (PTC) has a rich history of supporting customers...
*REMINDER* This Year’s Insurance Benefits Will Expire Soon! Dental insurance can be confusing for patients and providers alike. When I worked in a dental office, a majority of my time...
What does your Facebook cover photo say about you? One of the biggest visual additions of the 2012 Timeline redesign was that of the cover photo. The cover photo is...
When Mission of Mercy announced that it would be coming to Medford, Oregon for the 2012 Oregon event, there was a lot of excitement for the needs that would be...
Mistake #8 – Failing to Make the Tough Decisions As the leader of your business, there are many people counting on you. There are some problems that only you, as...
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...
Would you like to save time and increase efficiency while posting insurance payments? Then Eaglesoft has a solution for you! It’s called Electronic Remittance Advice or eRA, which is actually...
From time to time, dental professionals just venturing out into the social media space approach us with the question, “What kind of stuff should we post on Facebook and Twitter?”...
Today wraps up the final day of Patterson Foundation Casual Week – the Company’s first philanthropic event uniting employees across our dental, veterinary and rehabilitation supply businesses and every Patterson...
Mistake #7 – Leading the Group A common mistake made by managers is assuming they can lead the group. The group being led is certainly the outcome you are working...
At 60 years old and having practiced in his previous office for more than 20 years, Dr. Joel Fischer looked to us to help him build a new practice. We...
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...
I recently saw one of the truest ads ever: "Our satisfied customers are our best ads." Of all the tactics you utilize in an effort to market your dental practice,...
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...
