September 17th 2024
DPR sat with Planet DDS CEO Eric Giesecke to discuss the transition to new technologies and a cloud-based software for your dental practice.
September 12th 2024
The top 10 Dentrix features you probably aren't using
November 9th 2015In 2003, my dental practice converted from an archaic DOS-based dental software to the impressive and robust Dentrix practice management software. To say the least, I was completely overwhelmed. Two years later, in 2005, I still felt like I hadn’t even scratched the surface of my new powerful software’s potential, so I applied to become a Certified Dentrix Trainer in order to learn everything there was to know about the Dentrix program.
SPONSORED: Why Content is King for Search Engines
October 30th 2015Content, content, content. Are you sick of hearing that word yet? If you’ve been looking for ways to improve your dental website’s search engine optimization, you probably are. The fact remains that unique, high-quality content is king, and you’ll have to work on it to see noticeable search engine rank changes.
SPONSORED: Mobile-Friendly Websites - An Inside Look at the Numbers
October 30th 2015Undoubtedly, you’ve been made privy to the importance of having your dental website mobile-friendly. Whether it’s by the onslaught of dental online marketing companies telling you such, your own experience surfing the web, or your tech-savvy nephew, you get it.
Why the challenges of training are absolutely worth it
October 27th 2015Being an instructor in this age of technology is exhilarating ... most of the time. My favorite part about this position is seeing and hearing the excitement during the training when, all of a sudden, something clicks and the dentist or staff member becomes confident.
Top technologies for caries and cancer detection
October 12th 2015When it comes to technology and the integration of it, there are many ways to skin the “Technology Cat.” For many, it might mean integrating computers into your daily clinical routine. Or it might mean finally embracing digital radiography and adding that component to your office armamentarium.
SPONSORED: 7 Common SEO Questions Asked by Dentists
September 30th 2015We live in a different world than we did just a few years ago. Now, to reach prospective patients-especially Generation Y patients-dentists need to have a web presence that separates them from all of their competition online. We live in a different world than we did just a few years ago.
Straumann introduces Variobase abutment for CEREC
September 22nd 2015The emergence profile of the Straumann® Bone Level Variobase® for CEREC® features a concave collar design, designed to provide easier cleaning procedures compared to convex collar design Ti-base options. There is no change to the existing workflow.
6 myths and facts about electronic health records
September 21st 2015Having spent my entire career in dentistry; different roles and responsibilities have allowed me to develop an appreciation of all areas of the dental practice and see how everyone must work together to create a both a positive working environment and patient experience.
How Patterson Dental streamlined the startup process for one new practice
September 18th 2015After 29 years working as a dental hygienist, Hanna transitioned to the front office, where she now serves as office manager. With past experience helping to build three other dental offices, and a desire to work with her good friend Nancy Shelton, DDS, Hanna was confident when she approached Shelton about building a practice that would bring something different to the Pasco area.
Roland DGA unveils new dry mill
September 17th 2015Roland’s DWX-51D dental milling machine is equipped with a 10-station automatic tool changer (ATC), a new C-clamp with torque wrench for reportedly easier loading of materials and an expanded Virtual Machine Panel (VPanel) with built-in maintenance routine. It’s designed to be capable of producing copings, crowns, full bridges and abutments and other prosthetics from zirconia, wax, PMMA, composite resin, PEEK and gypsum with unparalleled speed and precision.
Explore the benefits of piezoelectric technology
September 17th 2015In addition to learning about the difference in the various ultrasonic technologies, discover what makes piezoelectric technology and its latest feature: fluorescein plaque disclosing solution stand out among the rest! Discover a way to simultaneously detect and remove dental plaque with illustrative ‘before and after’ case studies.
What you need to know about the merger between DENTSPLY and SIRONA
September 16th 2015Of course, Dr. Flucke wasn’t the only DPR Editorial Advisory Board member interested in yesterday’s news. Before leaving to attend the CEREC 30 conference in Las Vegas, where Sirona is sure to discuss the merger at length, Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, CDIA, MADAA, admitted she was “shocked” when she heard the news but quickly added that she was very intrigued by the possibilities that lie ahead.
Applying the iTero Element in your practice
September 16th 2015The iTero Element Intraoral Scanner is designed to fit your practice even better than before. Whether you are a general practitioner or orthodontist, the iTero Element is designed to deliver speed, reliability, intuitive operations and outstanding visualization capabilities.