Patterson is proud of our long-standing support of America’s ToothFairy. Over the past 10 years, Patterson has donated more than $1.1 million in financial support to help them with their mission of delivering oral health resources to children in need. This year, Patterson donated $100,000 […]
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Patterson Profiles: Dave Misiak | Patterson Foundation
Hello and welcome back to Patterson Profiles, a series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic organization. These individuals pursue their passions with purpose, and personify Patterson’s commitment to community! To date, we have […]
10 Excellent National Dental Organizations Deserving of Your Support
“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 frame up #GivingTuesday, a day where Americans embrace the charitable spirit of the holiday season […]
Patterson Profiles: Mike Smurr | OSAP
Welcome back to Patterson Profiles, a new series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic organization. These individuals pursue their passions with purpose, and personify Patterson’s commitment to community! Our inaugural edition featured Regional […]
DentaCheques Sales Help Real People Receive Life-Changing Care
This week we’ve been celebrating “DentaCheques Week,” a concentrated Patterson team effort to rally and support one of our valued philanthropic partners, Dental Lifeline Network (DLN). DLN is a national humanitarian dental organization which provides access to comprehensive dentistry for vulnerable individuals, including those with […]
Patterson Profiles: Paul Guggenheim | NCOHF
Welcome to Patterson Profiles, a new series where we sit down with a Patterson Dental VIP for an in-depth chat about their personal involvement with a philanthropic organization. These individuals pursue their passions with purpose, and personify Patterson’s commitment to community! We’re kicking things off […]
Patterson Exam Gloves: The Perfect Fit For Your Office
A funny thing happens when you find a product that offers both supreme comfort and the right fit: safety and peace of mind come right along with it. For parents, this might be that time you found the perfect car seat for your toddler. For […]
Patterson Foundation Reaches New Milestone in Support of ADCF & MOM
In 2015, the Patterson Foundation reached a milestone by surpassing $500,000 in support of America’s Dentists Care Foundation (ADCF) and Missions of Mercy (MOM) events across the country! ABOUT THE PATTERSON FOUNDATION & ADCF The Patterson Foundation and America’s Dentists Care Foundation have been working […]
Bid to Save Smiles at the Virtual ToothFairy Ball & Auction
Looking for a great deal? November 4-16, 2015, America’s ToothFairy: National Children’s Oral Health Foundation will hold its second annual Virtual ToothFairy Ball and Online Auction. This year, thanks to the support of many generous individuals and companies like Patterson Dental, the auction will feature […]
Never stop learning
It might be the time of year when we most commonly think of children going back to school, but I’m here to encourage you to take a moment to consider your education, too! In your practice, staying on top of what’s happening in dentistry is […]
Growing by Giving
Studies show that supporting a cause that aligns with your profession helps patients feel good about choosing you as their dental provider and recommending your services to others. But how do you turn your philanthropic support into something that not only helps children in need […]
Summer smiles across America
For some practices, summer can be one of the busiest times of the year: entire families come in together for their check-ups, the reception area is filled with the laughter and heckling of siblings, and your team hums along at a more rapid pace in […]
Working together to create “A Future to Smile About”
Did you know that tooth decay is the most common chronic childhood disease in America, affecting 50 percent of first graders and 80 percent of 17 year olds? At Patterson, we’re hoping to help decrease those percentages through a new partnership with the American Association […]
A Healthy Smile for a Child in Need
Did you know that nearly 20 percent of children ages 4 and 5 have tooth decay, and that 50 percent develop tooth decay by the third grade, and 86 percent by age 17? Preventing tooth decay begins with good oral health habits such as regular […]
A Mission, and a Night, to Remember
It’s easy to get behind Oral Health America’s mission. The Chicago-based non-profit aims to change lives by connecting communities with resources to increase access to care, education and advocacy for all Americans, especially those most vulnerable. That’s why Patterson Dental has supported Oral Health America […]
Oral Health America’s Upcoming Gala Celebrates Smiles Across Generations
Oral Health America is excited to have both a new location and theme for our 24th Annual Gala and Benefit. Taking place February 19 at the historic Palmer House Hotel in Chicago, this year’s gala focuses on Smiles Across Generations, a perfect theme since OHA’s […]
Help OHA Fall for Smiles and Educate Older Adults About Importance of a Healthy Smile
Oral Health America’s annual Fall for Smiles® campaign is just around the corner, which focuses on educating all Americans about the importance of oral health and how to keep a healthy smile through daily brushing and flossing, regular visits to the dentist, eating a healthy diet, […]
Washing Cars for Grins
Since the 2010 inception of Grins for a Good Cause, Patterson Dental’s breast cancer awareness initiative, we’ve been able to raise over $650,000. Our nationwide network of 75 branches have helped us reach this number, but we’re always looking for fun ways to involve our […]
Grins for a Good Cause: Because One Person’s Fight, Is Everyone’s Fight
A month before Katy Tessman Stanoch’s 40th birthday she was diagnosed with breast cancer. Katy and her husband, along with her two young children, were devastated. On the day of her 40th birthday she had a double mastectomy. Today, due to developed treatments, Katie is […]
Shopping for Dental Supplies Can Help Children in Need
This spring, your dollars can put supplies on your practice shelves AND help save children’s smiles thanks to Patterson Dental, BeeSure®, Centrix, Certol®, Crosstex, Cranberry, DentalEZ, Premier, Pulpdent®, Septodont and Kerr TotalCare™. These generous corporations have joined America’s ToothFairy to help ensure vulnerable children have […]
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 of women are affected each year by breast cancer, and Patterson Dental is committed to […]
Oregon Mission of Mercy
When Mission of Mercy announced that it would be coming to Medford, Oregon for the 2012 Oregon event, there was a lot of excitement for the needs that would be met in our relatively small community. A local high school had just moved to a […]
Employees Give Back Through Patterson Foundation Casual Week
Today wraps up the final day of Patterson Foundation Casual Week – the Company’s first philanthropic event uniting employees across our dental, veterinary and rehabilitation supply businesses and every Patterson location across the globe. Employees dressed casual this week in return for a $5 donation […]
Minnesota Mission of Mercy
The Verizon Wireless Center in Mankato was the site for the inaugural Minnesota Mission of Mercy (MnMoM) event, held August 17-18, 2012. The goals were simple: treat 2,000 patients and deliver $1,000,000 in dentistry with the help of 1,000 dental volunteer professionals. Patterson Dental, a […]
Go Pink with Grins and Join the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Did you know that according to the American Cancer Society there will be more than 226,000 new cases of invasive breast cancer in 2012? The chance of a woman having invasive breast cancer at some point in her life is nearly 1 in 8. This […]
DUX Dental: Promoting a Good Cause
In addition to participating with our Grins for a Good Cause initiative, DUX Dental is working to protect your dental patients from cross contamination and fight breast cancer at the same time. From May 1 – October 31, 2012, if you send them your old, […]
Help Others By Helping Yourself with DentaCheques
Throughout the year we at Dental Lifeline Network receive letters, thank you cards and other grateful messages from the many people who receive dental care through our programs. I recently read a quote from a patient, Mr. W., a disabled veteran from Oregon. He said, […]
Grins for a Good Cause Milestone
We are thrilled to announce that since the Grins for a Good Cause initiative took root two years ago, more than $500,000 has been raised to increase awareness of breast cancer and help support underserved women and their families who are battling the disease. This […]
Deborah’s Story
After 56-year-old Deborah was hit by a drunk driver in 1991, she had brain surgery that left her with lingering seizures and problems with memory, concentration and balance. She also suffered from painful dental decay and infection. With no insurance, and a disability check that […]
CEREC Philanthropy
Over the years, the dental profession has proven itself to be highly philanthropic. Just open any trade journal or magazine that serves the industry and it is easy to find an inspiring story of dentists changing lives for the better. Along with generous giving to […]