Evaluating new dental office phone systems can be daunting, thanks to advancements in technology. Here are some terms and features to look for when your practice is in the market for a new phone.
Instagram Takeover at Dentsply Sirona World with Mona Patel, DDS
Dr. Patel spoke with Patterson Corporate Technology Advisor Mary Horvath at Dentsply Sirona World 2019. When we invited Mona Patel, DDS, to do a full takeover of our Instagram account...
8 Ways to Give Your Practice a GR8 Start to Spring
The official start of Spring is a few short days away, and there’s just so much to like about the number 8 this season. It’s considered to be lucky ?,...
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,...
9 UNIQUE Things to do at SIROWORLD’s Inaugural Dental Meeting
Are you still toying with the idea of attending this year’s SIROWORLD Conference? It could very well be the best and most energizing thing you do for your career all...
4 Ingredients in the Recipe for Perfectly Fitting Pedo Crowns
Dental caries, also known as tooth decay or cavities, remains the most prevalent chronic disease among children in the U.S. According to a recent study, 5-10% of U.S. children will...
Dealing with Ransomware
Over the past three months we have written about the newest threats to dental offices servers and patient data. During that brief window of time the most prevalent threat, ransomware,...
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...
A Practice Focused on People, Friends and Community
For Office Manager Cyndi Hanna and the staff at Downtown Dental on 4th in Pasco, Wash., dentistry is about far more than clean teeth and healthy mouths – it’s about...
The Patterson Endo Tray
We’re really excited about endodontics here at Patterson. So excited that I wanted to share what my ideal endo tray setup would look like. Here’s what our endo tray looks...
Patterson Companies named to Forbes list of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies
At Patterson, we’re excited! Here’s why…Patterson Companies again made the Forbes list of 100 Most Trustworthy Companies in America. What makes this acknowledgement especially sweet is that Patterson has been...
Bur Finder Makes Your Search Fast and Easy
As part of discussions to improve the user experience on pattersondental.com, product findability or “search” always comes up. When we discuss “search” we are really referring to two things: 1)...
A New Exclusive Line of Lasers
In an era of dentistry with rapidly changing technologies, Patterson Dental now features an exclusive line of the aptly named Pioneer Lasers. Lasers today are valuable tools in the dental...
New Office Designs Leave Less to the Imagination
Conventional wisdom says to leave a little something to the imagination. Our new remodel and office designs show that leaving less to the imagination isn’t always a bad thing. As...
Support OSAP and Infection Prevention
When providing oral care to patients, safety and infection prevention matter. The Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP) is dedicated to preventing disease transmission and ensuring the safe and...
Changing Lives from Day One
A young dentist breaking out of dental school and into the profession has plenty to worry about. A partnership with Patterson Dental can help ease some of those concerns. That’s...
Are you taking advantage of Patterson Advantage?
It may be true that there’s no free lunch; but as a member of Patterson Advantage®, there is free money. As a member of the program, you’ll earn Advantage Dollars...
His First Practice, His First Partner
By promising a partnership with the practices it supports, Patterson Dental shows that its focus is on helping practices succeed. Dr. Randal Hadfield came to that conclusion when he started...
Patterson Today – Fall 2013
Three times a year, we release a new edition of Patterson Today, our office design, equipment and technology magazine. In each new edition we share the stories of doctors from...
New Addition to the Sirona Family
On September 6 and 7, Sirona and Patterson are hosting the next 3DSummit in Dallas, Texas. The summit provides an exciting opportunity to experience how the latest 3D cone beam...
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...
Comfort Meets Style in the New A-dec 400
When I talk with doctors who have invested in A-dec chairs, I frequently hear: “My patients are so comfortable they fall asleep,” or, “One patient asked me if she could...
Schick 33: A Different Sensor, No Matter Which Way You Look At It
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...
CEREC Tip of the Month: The New Incisal Variation Tool in 4.2
One of the new tools in the 4.2 software is the new Incisal Variation tool. Not only can we get great looking anterior proposals with the 4.2 software, we also...
You Know It’s Time to Get a New Website When…
You have a website. This is good. But, there are questions that need to be considered in order to make sure that your site is doing the very best for...
Network, learn and have fun at the AADOM annual conference
Registration for the annual American Association of Dental Office Managers (AADOM) conference on September 19-20 in Orlando, Fla., is almost filled up! If you’ve been sitting on the fence about...
The 3D Summit: A Unique and Inspiring Experience
A few years ago, Patterson and Sirona started the 3D Summit program to educate the dental community about cone beam technology and its profound impact on the practice lifestyle and...
Eaglesoft Tip of the Month: Patient Statements
Your software is an amazing tool that directly contributes to your patient’s experience. My number one goal when I visit an office is to leave the staff energized and comfortable...
Customizable Hygiene Kits: Saving You Time
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...
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...