The Root of It: New Year’s Resolutions
Happy New Year! Now it is time to get to work on those resolutions. (In case you missed it, Mahlia Matsch, from our human resources department, had a wonderful post...
January Events
Here’s where you can find us in January. Make sure to come by and ring in the New Year with us! Arizona 1/10: Show Low - OSHA Infection Control Seminar...
Backing What We Say, Since the Beginning
We back what we say. It’s what Patterson leaders have taught us since the company started in 1877. At Patterson, we have a history of focusing on clients. It’s been...
The Advantages of a Partnership with Patterson
When you envision the practice of your dreams, what do you see? If it’s happy patients, a satisfied staff and the lifestyle you’ve always wanted, then you’ve come to the...
The Digital Revolution Starts Here
Do you still have the song, “(Everything I Do) I Do It For You” stuck in your head from Paul’s post yesterday? I hope so – because it’s true. Everything...
“Everything I Do, I Do It for You…”
Remember the song that those lyrics come from? Bryan Adams sang it … It was the theme song for the movie “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves” starring Kevin Costner …...
Meet the CEREC Guy
If you’ve been to a national CEREC conference in the past 15 years, you’ve likely seen Rich Lake, though you might not have known who he is. Rich is Patterson’s...
The Root of It: 2013 Edition
At the beginning of this year, we kicked off a blog series called The Root of It. This series allows you (and all of your great insights) to be featured...
Patterson Dental LinkedIn Page
As many have experienced firsthand, the social media platform known as LinkedIn is a fantastic professional networking tool. LinkedIn members can build a robust online community of colleagues, business partners...
Sirona at the Greater New York Dental Meeting
Fresh off the Greater New York Dental meeting, I’m struck by one theme: CEREC Omnicam is so approachable and easy to use, even a child can image with it. Of...
All in the family
You’ve likely heard the story of Patterson Dental’s humble beginnings: a small Midwestern drugstore started by two brothers in 1877 that has grown into the business we are today. If...
Socialnomics 2013
It is hard to believe it has been over a year since we launched Off the Cusp. In that time, we’ve seen the dental industry rapidly grow and change. Not...
Growing beyond boundaries
Today, Patterson Companies is celebrating a significant milestone: 20 years as a publicly traded Company! This anniversary means success for everyone at Patterson, as well as for our customers and...
CAESY Cloud 1.3
I am thrilled to announce our biggest CAESY Cloud release since we launched the product! There are many enhancements with CAESY 1.3, including: Smile Channel content has been added to...
Should Specialists Market with Social Media?
Is Facebook marketing beneficial for specialists as well? Absolutely. Specialty practices will often ask what they should post about ... the answer is a blend of dental and social posts....
November Events
Here’s where you can find us in November. Be sure to come say hi; we’d love to chat with you! Arizona 11/11-11/16: Phoenix – Association of Military Surgeons of the...
Announcing DDS Rescue!
Last week at the ADA Annual Session, we announced our partnership with DDS Rescue! DDS Rescue is a business continuity solution. Your patient data, and your ability to access that...
For Success in Social Media Marketing, Follow the 4 E’s
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,...
Sirona Technology at the ADA
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...
Now is the Time to Reinvest in Your Dental Practice
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...
New Vendors at ADA 2012
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....
Sirona Technology at the 2012 ADA!
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...
Leveraging the Power of Twitter: A Great Tool for Dental Practice Marketing
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...
It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Have Your Joined the Fight?
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...
Don’t Fall Off Patterson Advantage
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...
Gain Competitive Advantage with Click to Consult from OnTrack®
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,...
6 Simple Steps For An Awesome Halloween Candy Buy-Back Event!
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...
Environdent.com
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...
Patterson Technology Center Customer Service Appreciation Week
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...
How to Send Expiring Insurance Benefits Reminders with Eaglesoft
*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...