Dr. Jeffery Kahler’s imagination and determination helped him push through numerous obstacles to open his new office during the pandemic. Dr. Kahler could have retired. Instead, with the help of Patterson and his wife, he reinvented his practice and reignited his passion for dentistry.
Beata A. Carlson, DDS: Dentistry focused on whole health
By taking a holistic approach to oral health, Dr. Carlson offers her patients quite a different experience from your average dental office, leading to continued practice growth.
The importance of safe dental instrument processing
Proper instrument processing not only extends the lifespan of your valuable investments but also helps ensure the safety of your patients and staff.
The three levels of preventive dental care
Depending on a patient’s oral health, preventive care requires different strategies and treatments. The three levels of prevention – primary, secondary and tertiary – consider the role that age, genetics, social, economic and environmental factors play in caries risk.
Creating a culture of safety at your dental practice
A team commitment to infection prevention ensures the health, safety and satisfaction of your patients and staff while protecting your practice from costly repercussions.
Calming techniques for pediatric dental patients
Despite your best efforts, some children may still develop a fear of the dentist. Here are some practical techniques for keeping children calm and engaged during the dental visit.
Dental Industry News: Internet security risks, oral health equality and more
The ADA advises dentists to be on alert for internet security risks; health leaders call for research and policy changes to improve oral health equality; and a new study builds on previous evidence that oral health can affect heart health.
Combating cross-contamination in the dental setting
Maintaining a safe, infection-free practice means avoiding cross-contamination whenever possible. Here are some best practices for proper hand hygiene, instrument processing and surface asepsis prevention.
New Sesame Street episode highlights importance of children’s oral health
A recent episode of Sesame Street is all about dentists. Watch the full episode with your young ones to learn about the importance of oral hygiene and what to expect when visiting the dentist.
6 ways Eaglesoft Insurance Suite can bolster resilience in your practice
Resilience—the ability to overcome obstacles, leverage consistency and respond to change with agility—has long been a key component of how well a business thrives – and occasionally even survives.
Announcing Eaglesoft release version 21.20
Eaglesoft 21.20 is now available to download and install. Here are the new features that will help you maximize the efficiency of your practice, keep your Eaglesoft security protocols up to date and continue to address HIPAA compliance requirements.
Pediatric periodontal disease: Causes and kinds
The fundamentals of brushing and flossing are nothing new. So when educating children about the importance of good oral hygiene, the challenge is to find a new way of providing familiar information. In this post, we list some common causes and types of pediatric periodontal disease.
Do you know the different types of dental handpieces?
Learn about some of the most common types of dental handpieces and how they’re being used today.
A child’s first dental visit: How to create a positive experience for a lifetime of good oral health
Creating a positive experience for a child’s first dental visit is important in setting the foundation for a lifetime of good oral health. Here’s how to keep children comfortable in the chair.
Verywell Health names Patterson Dental ‘Best Overall Dental Supply Company’
The survey cites our large selection of products and services, and our commitment to education and special financing, as well as three specific areas where we excel.
Dental practice goals for the new year: 5 opportunities for growth
There are many considerations when evaluating a practice’s annual goals for the new business year. Here are five opportunities for growth appropriate for any dental practice.
Extending the life of a dental handpiece: Maintenance tips and more
Ensuring proper dental handpiece maintenance is important for maximizing performance and in extending the life of these important tools. Here are some tips and best practices to extend the life of dental handpieces.
Dental Industry News: Oral Health in America (Report)
Oral Health in America: Advances and Challenges is a culmination of two years of research and writing by over 400 contributors.
Green dentistry: Safeguarding the environment through sustainable practice
Your office has taken many steps to protect its patients and staff, but is it doing its part to protect the planet?
Cosmetic Dentistry: Why More Patients Are Investing in Oral Health Esthetics
There are many reasons why cosmetic dentistry is growing in popularity. Knowing why patients are seeking cosmetic treatment is just as important as the treatment itself. Here’s what dental practices need to know.
The power of using CBCT with CAD/CAM solutions to elevate implant procedures
On their own, 3D cone beam computed tomography and CAD/CAM solutions are powerful tools. Put them together and you can elevate your practice and patient experience to a whole new level.
Tax Benefits of Investing in Your Dental Practice
Code Section 179 election and Bonus Depreciation could help when investing in your dental practice and are methods of accelerating depreciation. Your tax or legal advisor can advise you on what is right for your practice. Read our high-level summary.
This post was updated for tax year 2025.
The Importance of Ergonomics in Dentistry
When a person wears a glove that restricts movement, he or she must exert more muscle effort to perform tasks, thereby increasing the risk of strain, which can lead to carpal tunnel syndrome.
How a fully-integrated CAD/CAM solution can fuel dental practice growth
For the dentist, a fully-integrated CAD/CAM solution means a practice can perform a wide variety of procedures in a more accurate, fast and easy way. Hear from some of the top dentists in the country who credit their investment in CAD/CAM technology as a main reason for practice growth.
JADA+ COVID-19 Monograph: Documenting the Impact of COVID-19 on Dentistry
Dental practices across the country have been affected by COVID-19 and have their own unique stories to share. To meet this need, the ADA recently launched the JADA+ COVID-19 Monograph, a community-sourced archive, documenting the impact of COVID-19 on dentistry.
Help us celebrate National Brush Day!
This year we are participating in a campaign to help promote National Brush Day to our partners and the community as a whole. See how you can participate within your own circle of contacts.
Gear Up for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Patterson Pink Products
Patterson will donate a portion of all qualifying sales of our Patterson Brand pink products throughout the month of October to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF).
Dental tech trend: The rising value of convenience
Dental practices can take several steps to shift the patient experience toward a more convenient model, but one proven method is deploying the latest tools and technologies to offer more services in fewer appointments. Here are three technologies well worth the investment.
Dental Industry News: Latest CDC Guidance for COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control
A main goal behind the latest CDC COVID-19 infection prevention and control (IPC) guidance for health care settings is to streamline and group guidance for health care settings in one place.
Dental Implant Care Beyond the Chair
Successful implant home care depends on educating patients about how infection risks for implants are different than for natural teeth and encouraging them to develop an effective routine for plaque removal that they can practice two or three times a day.