Sikka Software : Dental Practice Monitor™ Beta version.
A new less expensive and less complex version of Sikka management enhancement software.
more Patients. Less work. Zero risk.From the experts at Lighthouse Practice Management Group comes PLZ ? your source for complete practice efficiency.
PLZ (say “please”) is an Internet based suite of tools that integrates with and extends your existing practice management system. For one low monthly price, PLZ offers a broad array of services that enables [...]
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Check the link above for some fun animation themed art and patient education. They are running an ADA special. Of course this is best for children…I don’t treat children…Pedodontist are my favorite specialist.
Hat Tip to Sesame Communications
According to a new survey inU.S. News and World Report:
Three out of four consumers want their doctors to provide better online access.
And one in four say they would even be willing to pay more for the privilege.
- U.S. News and World Report, 7/1/08
Every patient feels like your favorite when you’re available [...]
The biggest problem faced by most dental offices with an advanced computer system is not computer related but is a basic failure of management systems. The best technology will not overcome a poorly run practice. On the other hand a well managed practice with only slight modifications can use technology to truly excel.
Emmott on Technology
Pride [...]
One of the primary reasons dentists cite for not using advanced technology is that it costs too much. On the other hand, one of the primary benefits dentists cite when they do use advanced technology is cost savings.Obviously there’s a gap here between perception and reality. Which is true?
Does technology cost too much?
Or, does [...]
The information superhighway works great as long as everyone is driving a fast new car and the road is open. But it breaks down pretty quick when certain cars aren’t allowed or if some people are on skateboards some others are in a horse drawn buggy.
In order to take advantage of the information superhighway [...]
I just learned about a very interesting software called AppNavigator. You can follow the link for details. What you can do with AppNavigator is set up routines that the computer can do automatically without the need for a person telling the computer what to do. It is like having a virtual staff member.
I see great [...]
Follow the link for a page full of Bill Gates quotes like the one below. I know it is often considered sophisticated to make fun of Gates. But he revolutionized the entire world while making himself the richest man in the world. Maybe he is worth listening to.
The first rule of any technology used in a [...]
New Live DENTRIX WebinarsDentrix is pleased to bring you a new series of Webinars happening every Friday throughout July. These online trainings will cover specific topics to help users get the most out of Dentrix’s powerful features. More.
Dentrix Dental Practice Management Software Systems.
The following is from the Pacific Management Consultants e-newsletter
While there are several groups who specialize in dental web page design, and a multitude of young folk who are designing websites for dentists in various cities and areas of the country, they tend to emphasize certain design guidelines as well as website content, and de-emphasize what [...]
Check out the Extreme Tech article for some details on key board shortcuts. Hands off the Mouse!
Windows is like a real-time strategy game. You can do everything with the mouse, but you’ll be so much better at it if you learn the keyboard shortcuts.
Windows Keyboard Shortcuts: Hands Off the Mouse! - OS, Software & [...]
At the WealthyDentist.com, a recent survey reveals that over half of the dentists who responded have completely or partially stopped accepting dental insurance. The 44% who claim that they only partially work with insurance companies may mean that they are not in network with any insurance company, but they will file claims as a courtesy. [...]
Another online forms system. Seems very basic, does not integrate with the management system, won’t integrate with your web site and they charge a lot !!! ($400) to customize. All for an annual fee of $300.
Offer your patients the choice to complete forms online; you can analyze and validate the data before their appointment. This service is [...]
The following advice comes from my great friends and associates at the Pride Institute.
“Evolving from a dead wood practice to a paperless practice requires a vision and a plan. You need to address why and how before you welcome the technology into your practice.
At this point, many dentists turn to a practice management company [...]
Training is not an option it is essential. Sometimes dentists think that because training is priced separately it is optional and not really needed. That is stupid foolish! You will never get value from your technology investment without training.
Usually new systems start with two days of training. Some trainers will want you to take it [...]
1. They save time. The doctor or hygienist isn’t stuck repeating the same message over and over again for each patient.2. The message is consistent. Whether it is the dentist, assistant front desk or hygienist presenting the message it is always the same.3. The program provides documented informed consent. If you are ever challenged as to what you [...]
Online insurance verification can be a huge time saver. Dentrix eCentral makes it even easier by automatically uploading the patients on tomorrow’s schedule and checking elegibility, benefits and more. The system integrates with about 60% of the major dental plan providers and more are planned.
eCentral is the only claim tracking program that can integrate with [...]
Google has selected Demandforce as their certified dental data integration provider to Google.
How It Works: Demandforce will upload data about the practice, doctor, specialties, hours of operation, etc. directly into Google to enable the 3.2 billion monthly Google visitors to find a dentist in your area. In addition to practice information, Demandforce has created [...]
Dental Sesame offers a service that as far as I know is unique. Every day with the online synch all new patient images are uploaded to the Sesame servers. This provides three great benefits.
When patients log in they can view any image and show it to a friend or relative; which drives traffic and [...]