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Aleksandra is Patterson Dental's Social Media Manager, and resident tooth pun fanatic. She believes that a healthy smile is the quickest way to make a positive "first impression."
Lend an Ear to These 15 Dental Industry Podcasts
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Lend an Ear to These 15 Dental Industry Podcasts

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicSeptember 30, 2018October 16, 2018
September 30th is International Podcast Day, and we're celebrating by sharing with you a list of 15 dental industry podcasts worth lending an ear to. Podcasts as a whole have...
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Can You Guess These 10 Harry Potter Characters From Their Smiles?
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Can You Guess These 10 Harry Potter Characters From Their Smiles?

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicJuly 31, 2018July 31, 2018
Today is a joyous moment in pop culture history. For on this, the 31st day of July, we celebrate the birthday of the fictional boy wizard, Harry Potter. (Of course you already...
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8 Ways to Infuse Your Practice With Summer Vibes
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8 Ways to Infuse Your Practice With Summer Vibes

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicJuly 26, 2018June 24, 2019
The days are long, the sun is hot, ice cream tastes extra delicious, and outdoor concert season is in full swing. There's no denying it: we're in the heart of...
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10 Things You COULD be Doing With Your Time…
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10 Things You COULD be Doing With Your Time…

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicApril 5, 2018July 10, 2018
It's 2018 and technology is quite literally all around us. In fact, it seems you can automate just about anything these days, from adjusting your belt to accommodate post-meal bloating to...
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10 Ways to Celebrate Lips Appreciation Day [+Free Printable]
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10 Ways to Celebrate Lips Appreciation Day [+Free Printable]

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicMarch 15, 2018July 25, 2018
Lips: Whether they're thick, thin, pouty, or plump, we've all got 'em - and thank goodness we do! They help us speak, emote, eat, drink, and they have the all-important...
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Flu Fighters: 10 Tips for a Healthier Staff
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Flu Fighters: 10 Tips for a Healthier Staff

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicFebruary 21, 2018February 23, 2018
Overall, February is a pretty solid month...lots of flowers and chocolates, cozy blankets, and the first inklings of Spring. One thing February is famously NOT great for? FLU SEASON. The worst...
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8 punny dental valentines [free printable]
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8 punny dental valentines [free printable]

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicFebruary 9, 2018February 11, 2022

We’ve put together 8 free, printable, dental-themed valentines that feature the universal language of love…PUNS! Surprise your patients and coworkers with one of these fun cards.

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Free Printable 2018 Dental Calendar
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Free Printable 2018 Dental Calendar

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicJanuary 8, 2018February 6, 2018
Happy New Year! Hopefully the first week of 2018 has treated you well, and your new year's resolutions are intact and on track ?. It's so exciting to have a blank...
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DIY Dental-Themed New Year’s Party Poppers
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DIY Dental-Themed New Year’s Party Poppers

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicDecember 28, 2017December 28, 2017
With only 3 days left of 2017 we hope you're "filling" good about your accomplishments throughout the past year, and ready to ring in 2018. What better way to give...
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8 Steps to a Successful Year End for Your Practice
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8 Steps to a Successful Year End for Your Practice

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicDecember 4, 2017December 4, 2017
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...
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10 Excellent National Dental Organizations Deserving of Your Support
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10 Excellent National Dental Organizations Deserving of Your Support

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicNovember 28, 2017December 14, 2020
"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...
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12 of the Coolest Dental Offices in the Country
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12 of the Coolest Dental Offices in the Country

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicOctober 20, 2017October 23, 2017
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...
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7 Must-Have Fall Floss Flavors
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7 Must-Have Fall Floss Flavors

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicSeptember 18, 2017February 28, 2018
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...
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18 of the Most Creative Dental Marketing & Advertising Ideas
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18 of the Most Creative Dental Marketing & Advertising Ideas

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicAugust 8, 2017August 8, 2017
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...
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8 Intriguing Dental Applications for Virtual Reality Technology
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8 Intriguing Dental Applications for Virtual Reality Technology

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicJuly 12, 2017September 17, 2017
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...
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9 Magical Desktop & Mobile Wallpapers Fit For a Unicorn
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9 Magical Desktop & Mobile Wallpapers Fit For a Unicorn

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicApril 26, 2017September 16, 2017
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...
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Egg-stremely Cute Dental Easter Eggs
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Egg-stremely Cute Dental Easter Eggs

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicApril 12, 2017April 12, 2017
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...
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25 Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day
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25 Ways to Celebrate Employee Appreciation Day

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicMarch 3, 2017
"Employees are a company's greatest asset - they're your competitive advantage. You want to attract and retain the best: provide them with encouragement, stimulus, and make them feel that they...
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DIY Toothbrush Valentines
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DIY Toothbrush Valentines

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicFebruary 9, 2017February 10, 2017
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and while most folks will celebrate by passing out chocolates, lollipops, and all manner of sweets, that just wouldn't be very dentist-like of...
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DIY Patient Giveaway Tree
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DIY Patient Giveaway Tree

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicDecember 16, 2016December 8, 2017
There's no denying it, this really is the most wonderful time of the year! Not only does the holiday season bring with it an abundance of yummy food and quality...
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10 Things to be Thankful for as a Dental Professional
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10 Things to be Thankful for as a Dental Professional

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicNovember 23, 2016September 16, 2017
One of the most magical elements of the holiday season is that it offers a time for reflecting upon, and expressing gratitude for, the most cherished aspects of our lives....
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DIY Dental Themed “Pun-kins”
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DIY Dental Themed “Pun-kins”

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicOctober 18, 2016October 12, 2017
With Halloween just two weeks away, most Americans have ~PUMPKIN~ on the brain. We're drinking pumpkin flavored lattes, sniffing pumpkin scented candles, and dreaming up ways to incorporate these gorgeous...
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11 of the Most Bizarre Dental Floss Flavors
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11 of the Most Bizarre Dental Floss Flavors

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicAugust 15, 2016April 30, 2018
Floss every day because flossing once a day increases your life expectancy by 6 years! Floss every day because if you don’t floss, you miss cleaning 35% of your tooth...
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May (Tooth) Picks: How to Explain 7 Fun Oral Health Products to Curious Kids!
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May (Tooth) Picks: How to Explain 7 Fun Oral Health Products to Curious Kids!

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicMay 2, 2016September 15, 2017
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...
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10 Uses for Floss that Don’t Involve your Teeth!
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10 Uses for Floss that Don’t Involve your Teeth!

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicApril 22, 2016April 22, 2016
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...
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April (Tooth) Picks: 4 Digital Imaging Technologies That Leave Traditional X-Rays in the Dust!
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April (Tooth) Picks: 4 Digital Imaging Technologies That Leave Traditional X-Rays in the Dust!

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicApril 1, 2016September 15, 2017
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...
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10 DIY Toothbrush Holders to Suit Every Style
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10 DIY Toothbrush Holders to Suit Every Style

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicMarch 15, 2016March 21, 2016
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...
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March (Tooth) Picks: 8 Products at the Root of Root Canals
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March (Tooth) Picks: 8 Products at the Root of Root Canals

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicMarch 1, 2016March 21, 2016
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...
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8 DIY Projects for Tooth Fairy Day
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8 DIY Projects for Tooth Fairy Day

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicFebruary 22, 2016February 23, 2016
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...
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10 Toothy Valentine’s Day Crafts [Free Printables Included]
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10 Toothy Valentine’s Day Crafts [Free Printables Included]

Aleksandra SobicAleksandra Sobic Aleksandra SobicFebruary 10, 2016July 31, 2017
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...
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