As is true with most dental procedures, the “best way” to perform a simple composite restoration is largely based on personal preference. A successful restoration can be achieved with a wide variety of instruments, materials, and bonding agents. In the …
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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 …
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Fortunately, Endodontics – the dental specialty which concerns the study and treatment of dental pulp – is an area of dentistry that has seen tremendous growth over the last 20 years. Unfortunately, however, this particular specialty is often still overlooked …
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There are several benefits to being proactive with preventive dentistry, and regular semi-annual dental cleanings are a large part of any good oral health care regime. These visits can benefit the patient in six simple ways: Prevent cavities and decay …
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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 …
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By 2010 Rich Cooper, DDS, and his staff members had built West Loop Dental Associates, Ltd. into a thriving practice in the trendy West Loop neighborhood of Chicago, Ill. As much as he enjoyed helping patients, Dr. Cooper felt that …
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I’m the IT support for my parents. Every time I travel to northern Minnesota, my parents have a list for me to help them with. Be it the DVD player not working (make sure it’s plugged in) or walking them …
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Kristen Burris, DDS, started her dental practice in Shattuck, Oklahoma, more than 20 years ago after she and her husband bought a cattle ranch and moved across the state. Although she was excited about the possibilities, Burris says that fear …
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At some point in your tenure as a practitioner or leader you will inevitably experience a situation in which one of your staff members demonstrates some form of unacceptable behavior. This may include things like: Tardiness/absenteeism Poor attitude, complaining or …
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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 what Dr. Randal Hadfield discovered as he prepared to launch …
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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 working with Patterson as he set up his first practice. …
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This year is the 7th year that Patterson will be attending the American Association of Dental Office Managers, (AADOM), annual conference. It’s actually a milestone for us in that it is our 5th year as the Diamond Sponsor of this …
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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 and CAD/CAM technology, specifically Sirona GALILEOS XG3D and GALILEOS-CEREC integration, …
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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 buy one for her house.” A-dec chairs are just that …
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