Dental industry news, trends and information from Patterson Dental.
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As product manager at Sirona, Joe Goldstone is responsible for knowing all the ins and outs of all of their platforms. Recently, he took the time to discuss the Schick 33 sensor. This is a two-part series, the second of which will be appearing on […]
Did I get your attention with that blog headline? We at Patterson have heard your feedback and know saving you time is an important part of your day-to-day routine. Which leads me into today’s post – what if we could take something off your plate […]
During root canal preparation, you have two major goals: prevention of periradicular disease and the healing of any current infection. The first step in achieving this goal includes removing affected tissue from canals and creating adequate space within the canals to allow for necessary irrigation […]
Join us in March for the following events! Arizona 3/8: Phoenix – Equipment Maintenance Seminar California 3/6: El Segundo – Surgical Esthetics Course 3/7: Sunnyvale – Equipment Maintenance Event 3/15: Santa Barbara – Sirona Cone Beam Event 3/22: Santa Cruz – Eaglesoft User Group Florida […]
You can’t be slow and still keep up with rapidly advancing technologies in the dental industry. That’s why Steven Compau is the perfect fit as Patterson Dental’s digital imaging marketing manager. Steven recently started in the role, which includes managing the marketing of ever-improving digital […]
With a new tax season come new possibilities, and we at Patterson are excited to offer you new opportunities to improve your practice with cutting-edge equipment in 2013. Whether it’s the latest from CEREC or a sterilizer you’ve had your eye on for months, tax […]
The Winter 2013 issue of Patterson Today will feel heavier than usual when it arrives in your mailbox in a few weeks. That’s because we’re including a continuing education magazine with the issue. In fact, each issue of Patterson Today in 2013 will be packaged […]
When it comes to tooth-whitening products and services, dental practices are able to offer more to their patients than retailers can. Between in-office and take-home whitening solutions, dentists have a solution for every patient. Yet, according to a study conducted by Mintel, about 70 percent […]
When you envision the practice of your dreams, what do you see? If it’s happy patients, a satisfied staff and the lifestyle you’ve always wanted, then you’ve come to the right place. At Patterson, we are all committed to helping you achieve those goals. As […]
Remember the song that those lyrics come from? Bryan Adams sang it … It was the theme song for the movie “Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves” starring Kevin Costner … Have you guessed it yet? Well, if Patterson had a theme song, “(Everything I Do) […]
As Jenny pointed out yesterday, the Patterson Technology products are excellent in helping you get ready for the end of 2012. Did you know PattersonDental.com also has some helpful tools built right into the site? Once you’ve logged into PattersonDental.com simply click on the “My […]
We are happy to welcome two vendors new to the Patterson booths at this year’s ADA Annual Session. We’ll be sharing the space in our main booth (#716) with SheerVision. We’ve recently formed an exclusive partnership with SheerVision, offering the latest high performance loupe optics […]
It’s part of daily life for every dental practice: cleaning and sterilizing instruments. Yet, when surveyed which ultrasonic cleaning solution they use to clean their instruments, the majority of dental practices couldn’t name what brand is inside their cabinets. It’s an interesting disconnect, considering how […]
The dental students of today are the ones who will shape the future of dentistry as we know it. That’s why we are dedicated to helping them get off to a good start so that they can achieve their goals for the future. One way […]
For as long as traditional dental practices have been in place, so has the importance of having a dry working field. As you know, this can be achieved in many ways. You could use cheek retractors and a saliva ejector, or maybe some cotton rolls […]
Watch your mailbox! On August 1, our Fall Hygiene Guide will be arriving at dental practices and hygienists’ homes all across the country. It will feature promotions, special pricing and valuable free offers on select hygiene-related products. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
We are pleased to announce the arrival of the new 2012–2013 Annual Catalog! If you haven’t received your copy, we have extras. So please contact your territory representative or local branch to have one delivered.
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, […]
At Patterson, we pride ourselves in having everything your dental practice needs to thrive – being a one-stop shop. One of those things is hardware. Your practice needs to have the right hardware to carry your software and digital components. Our hardware is specifically designed […]
Watch your mailbox for the upcoming July/August ONtarget flyer! It will feature special pricing and valuable FREE offers on select merchandise and equipment from a huge variety of vendors. This issue showcases promotions on products such as Septodont’s Vivacaine anesthetic, GC America’s EQUIA Fil restorative […]
There are more than a few benefits to using digital radiography over traditional film: Patients are exposed to less radiation. No chemicals; digital X-rays are better for our environment. Faster sharing; email an X-ray to your specialist for immediate review or send as an electronic […]
Annually during the first weekend of May, the Texas Dental Association holds its statewide conference in San Antonio. With Cinco de Mayo festivities in the air, many dental offices make the journey for continuing education as well as taking in the Riverwalk and other local […]
Ask your Patterson representative about the spring “What’s Hot” flyer for scorching hot deals on top-selling products from 3M, Kerr, Dentsply, VOCO, Hu-Friedy, DentaPure® and Patterson Private Label. Offers are valid from May 1 to June 30.
The CDA will be held May 3 – 5, 2012 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, California. Look for great promotions featured in our Tradeshow Pocket Guide including GC MI Varnish, SS White Burs, VITA Easyshade Compact, Ivoclar Tetric EvoCeram Restorative and much more!
Join us May 4 – 8, 2012 at the AAO in Hawaii! Stop by our booth 665 to see the latest in digital pan/cephs, cone beams and more! Watch for the new issue of The Wave, tailored to orthodontists and specialty dentists featuring products to […]
When CAESY Cloud was launched last summer, I knew that it was going to have a positive effect on dental practices. All those great patient education videos were now easier to for the dental office to implement and show to patients – that was huge […]
As an Eaglesoft trainer, I thoroughly enjoy the “little things” that make my customers so happy! I was recently in a large clinic for a digital X-ray training when a front desk staff member asked me if there was an easier way to email images […]
February 1 marks the release date of our newest edition of the Rotary/Handpiece Catalog. This 52-page magazine features quality products and promotions on burs, diamonds and polishers, as well as high and low speed handpieces, accessories and components. The promotions in the magazine will last […]
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 […]