The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has thrust teledentistry into the spotlight as the “must have” technology to care for dental patients while maintaining social distancing. Bryan Laskin, DDS, explains how teledentistry is a great way to increase efficiency, wow patients, and bring in revenue.
Author: Bryan Laskin
A 1999 graduate of the University of Minnesota Dental School, Dr. Bryan Laskin operates a successful private practice in Wayzata, Minnesota. The practice, named Lake Minnetonka Dental, has a keen focus on efficient, esthetic restorative dentistry. The goal of the practice is to exceed expectations, using the latest technology in a friendly, comforting environment.
Dr. Laskin is a basic and advanced Patterson-certified CEREC trainer and Sirona Beta-tester, co-founder and moderator of the Minnesota CEREC and Galileos Study Clubs, as well as developer of the OperaDDS suite of communication tools; from secure email and collaboration to smooth intra-office messaging.
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