Twitter – How to Make the Most of Your Tweets
There’s a common reason many dental practices don’t see benefits from their tweets. Some people have the impression that social media is only about technology. The tendency then is to...
OSAP – Because Safety Matters
OSAP (Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention) is a community of dental practices, educators and consultants, dental companies and stakeholders with interest in trusted information, education and resources in the...
Insurance Made Easy
For many dental offices, insurance related issues can be complicated; staff members may not fully grasp all the intricacies of the industry to begin with, much less feel confident enough...
Doing Social Media Well
Social media has far outgrown its infancy, and is presently emerging from adolescence into full maturity. Many businesses worldwide, including the majority of Fortune 1000 companies, are utilizing social media...
Making the Most of the 8th Annual AADOM Conference
As the liaison between Patterson and AADOM (American Association of Dental Office Managers), I am so fortunate to attend their annual conference each year (this year in Scottsdale, Arizona). I’ve...
August Events
Here’s a list of some great events we’ll be a part of in August. Come find us! California 8/10 – Sunnyvale – Eaglesoft User Group Meeting 8/24 – El Segundo...
Fall Hygiene Guide
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...
Mac users – we heard you!
The Patterson Technology Center is excited to announce that as of Monday, July 23 we will be offering support for Eaglesoft software on Macintosh computers. Support will be available to...
What is your capacity to grow?
About two months ago, I had the pleasure of speaking with John Luginbill of The Heavyweights about social media strategy for dental practices. He brought up a rather simple concept...
New Patterson Catalog
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...
10 Essential Treatment Plan Tips & Tricks
Give your patients the information they need to come to an informed decision and accept the treatment you recommend. Eaglesoft allows its users to effortlessly create comprehensive treatment plans in...
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...
Eleven Rules of Good Business
Taken from the November 1956 issue of Patterson’s monthly news publication, PHC Newswheel Digest: CUSTOMERS…are the most important people in any business. CUSTOMERS…are not dependent on us…we are dependent on...
Patterson Hardware
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...
Is Your Practice Ready for Automatic Patient Communications?
I’m always amazed at how quickly the technology landscape changes at a dental office. From management software that integrates every part of the business, to 3D imaging, to chairside CAD/CAM...
ONtarget Savings
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...
CEREC Discovery
If you are a dentist who has been investigating the benefits of CAD/CAM, but you have not yet invested in the technology, here is your ultimate opportunity to Discover CEREC....
July Events
Here are some great events where you can find us in July: Florida 7/20-7/24 – Boca Raton – Hispanic Dental Association National Event 7/20-7/24 – Boca Raton – National Dental...
Eaglesoft’s Line Item Accounting
At Patterson, we listen to our Eaglesoft customers. You asked for line item accounting, and our developers delivered! Eaglesoft’s new Line Item Accounting system provides our users with greater accuracy...
clubCEREC Members Get a Local Marketing Boost
There are many advantages to being a member of the CEREC Club, but one advantage in particular gives members a resource that shares information on CEREC technology while providing a...
2012 OSAP Annual Symposium
This year’s annual session, “Connecting to Drive Compliance,” is crucial for anyone working to ensure the safe delivery of oral healthcare. It will take place at Loews Atlanta Hotel in...
Is Your Office Involved in Your Local Community?
This is a question I ask offices regularly, as it should be a piece of your marketing strategy. I will frequently hear that an office started a program such as...
Eaglesoft eServices: All for one, one for all
The newest addition to Patterson Dental’s Explore Store (www.PattersonDental.com/AppStore) isn’t just one tool to help practices run better. It’s a whole team! All of Eaglesoft’s eServices can now be found...
Practicing with the Masters
Our Practicing with the Masters webinar series has proven to be quite successful. The goal of these webinars is to bring industry leaders to you through a series of webinars,...
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...
The Business of Dentistry
Taken from the March 1954 issue of Patterson’s monthly news publication, PHC Newswheel Digest: Dentistry is also a Business! Looking ahead as...
June Events
May is coming to a close and summer is almost here! June will be filled with some great workshops and conferences – here is a list of events where you...
Boost Efficiencies with Schick Digital X-Rays and Eaglesoft
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...
AAPD Annual Session
Patterson is pleased to be a part of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) Annual Session in San Diego May 24-27! As advocates for children’s oral health, the AAPD...
Mercer Business Tools
We are excited to announce the addition of several business tools by Mercer Advisors to the Patterson Explore Store online technology center. Designed to help dentists gain an awareness of...