March Events
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:...
View ArticleAdvanced Eaglesoft Trainings with Patterson Dental Technology Advisors
Recently, I’ve had the opportunity to provide several Patterson customers with advanced Eaglesoft training. I love interacting with our clients and learning directly from them, what we can do to help...
View ArticleIntroducing: Adam Quade
If you’ve ever spoken with me, you know how passionate I am about CEREC. I wasn’t sure if it would be possible to find someone as excited about CEREC as me, but I’ve met my match in Adam Quade,...
View ArticleData Securing Tips: How to Safely Use a Mobile Device for Your Practice
There is a good chance that you, reader of Off the Cusp, are accessing this blog from a so-called “smart” device – that is, an Internet-connected mobile phone or portable tablet computer. It is likely...
View Article“Tech Support” Scammers: Don’t Fall for a Fake Offer to Help
We’ve discussed online scams before on Off the Cusp, and this author is routinely amazed at the variety, creativity and temerity of the swindles bad guys pull off. Here is another to add to the list:...
View ArticleThe Future of Sterilization: SciCan G4 Series
Dental sterilization has never been more important. It’s a responsibility based on trust that patients put in their dentist every time they step into their practice. And all of us know there is no...
View ArticleEaglesoft 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 with their software....
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Secret Questions and Their Predictable Answers
What is your mother’s maiden name? What is the name of your favorite pet? In what city were you born? What is your favorite sports team? You have likely been asked these questions before – and you...
View ArticleYou 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 your practice. If you haven’t looked over your...
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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 have the ability to enhance the facials...
View ArticleSchick 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 33 sensor. This is a two-part...
View ArticleSchick 33 Software: Changing the Definition of Digital Diagnostics
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 the second...
View ArticleToday’s Dental Office: Enhanced with Technology
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blogIn the dental office museum of my mind, I have exhibits of pegboard accounting systems, color-coded appointment books, recall postcard with an index card file by...
View ArticleEaglesoft Tip: Quick Report Batches
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blogAh reports! Is there any topic more fun than this one? You might think I’m being sarcastic but I’m typing this right now with a huge smile on my face because reports...
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Eaglesoft Tip: Enhance Patient Communication in Your Office
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blogAs an educator, one thing I’m always very conscious of is my communication skills. I’m always looking for better ways to get my point across whether it’s in writing...
View ArticleIntroducing: Steven Compau
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog 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...
View ArticleMaking the Most of Your Technology Demos
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Show season is in full swing and if you attend a local or national dental show you will be inundated with technology choices. These shows are a great way to get a...
View ArticlePTC Recognized by Architecture Association
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog When we opened the Patterson Technology Center (PTC) in Effingham, Ill., late in 2011, we were excited about the possibilities. It opened new doors both for...
View Article“Nailing” the Occlusion
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog There are two CEREC parameters that impact the occlusal firmness of our CEREC restorations. Understanding and then calibrating Occlusal Offset and Occlusal Contacts...
View ArticleAn Inside Look at a Patterson Partnership
Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog Our local teams make it their business to know your business. When a tornado struck the town of Cullman, Ala. in 2011, our folks were immediately there to help Dr....
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