Dental industry news, trends and information from Patterson Dental.
Patterson Today is an office design, equipment and technology magazine that provides our readers with inspiring stories from doctors around the country who have partnered with their local Patterson team to fulfill their practice dream and improve their patients’ experience. Our new issue of Patterson […]
Last Wednesday my Branch Manager, Joe Pennisi, and I represented Patterson Dental at San Jose State University’s Spring Job Fair. We aimed to attract charismatic, motivated applicants, and found it a great opportunity to talk about Patterson’s commitment to customer satisfaction and interpersonal relationships. As […]
Having some knowledge of the importance of the clinical record and how that record can protect and defend the doctor and the practice, I’m asked to conduct independent audits of those clinical records from time to time. Often a dentist will need a second opinion […]
Now is the time to kick your corporate compliance program into high gear! You may be wondering exactly what corporate compliance is in dentistry. Compliance refers to your legal duty to follow applicable federal and state laws, rules and statutes pertaining to dentistry. And while […]
The Information Age began in earnest over twenty years ago and there’s no doubt about it – the world continues to change at breakneck speed. Dentistry has changed too, and with all the technology in place that impacts our daily lives both clinically and administratively, […]
One of the best things that can happen in a person’s professional career, as well as in life, comes when we change. Pond water is never as fresh, clean and clear as a babbling brook. Flow refreshes and brings life, the key to not becoming […]
Okay, so the title of this particular blog post sounds pretty simple, right? Well, it truly is…. Today’s post is a little different than what I’ve submitted to date, but I do believe it is totally relevant in business today. Yes, the concept that personal […]
The very nature of dentistry is kinesthetic learning and application. As a dentist, you are a master at working with your hands and they are important tools of your trade as much as an explorer, handpiece, dental chair or anything else in the operatory. The […]
We’ve been braving the cold all of January to bring you great events, and February will be no different. Here is a look at the February events where you will be able to find us: Arizona 2/9 – Prescott – Simple Steps to Increasing Your […]
As I thought about this post, I wondered if I was qualified to speak to the topic of HR in the actual dental office. Then I reminded myself, as a business person and a manager of a team for over 20 years, I consistently deal […]
I have the pleasure of talking to and training dental practices across the western United States. Every practice has their own rhythm and their own style of doing things. That’s one of the reasons I really love Eaglesoft. Eaglesoft is so customizable and fits perfectly […]
As a former hygienist and office manager, I know all too well how busy your office is. Your time is valuable. That’s why last year we introduced a new webinar series – Practicing with the Masters. We brought industry leaders to you through a series […]
As I write this, I am on my way to Scottsdale, Arizona for our tenth and final 3D Summit of 2011. These summits have proven to be a huge benefit for the numerous doctors who are thinking about integrating CAD/CAM and 3D imaging into their […]
We are in the midst of the holiday season, a busy time of year for almost everyone. Here is a list of events where you will be able to catch up with us in December. California 12/2 – Valencia – What’s New in Eaglesoft 16? […]
The Greater New York Dental Meeting is off to a great start this week. If you haven’t been to one of these meetings, they are a great way to see all the new products and latest technologies in the dental industry. They are also a […]
The values of partnership, integrity and innovation have been ingrained in this Company for over 134 years. Those values extend far beyond the walls of our Corporate Office in St. Paul and mean more than providing dental products to dentists. The partnerships we create with […]
When you make a major investment, such as with CEREC, it’s important to commit yourself to fully learning the technology. At Patterson, we will help you get the most out of your CEREC through our Building Blocks of CEREC Success education program, starting with accepting […]
November will be another busy month for Patterson Dental. Be sure to stop by and see us at any of these national or local events. Colorado 11/3 – Centennial, CO – Grins for a Good Cause Event Illinois 11/2 – Wood Dale, IL – Eaglesoft […]
CAD/CAM and 3D imaging have changed the field of dentistry. Dentists, hygienists, assistants, office managers – everyone seems to be aware of the potential. They read about the technologies, they see the advertisements, they may even look closely at a trade show. But the question […]
At Patterson Dental, we’ve been very busy helping you improve your practice lifestyle and enhance your patient experience. October will be no different. Here is a list of events where we will be: Arizona 14 – Mesa – The Business Side of Dentistry California 14 […]
A few months ago, I started as the Social Media Manager for Patterson Dental. While I’ve been in the business world for a number of years, I’m very new to the dental industry. I’ve known I need to take care of my teeth and gums, […]
Integrating social media into your dental practice can be overwhelming, scary, and yet still very exciting, but where do you start? The Internet and bookstores are full of all kinds of tips and tricks for big business, small business and entrepreneurs, but then you still […]