The fastest growing trend in dentistry is putting computers in the treatment rooms. The question then arises…OK now that I have all these computers, where the heck do I put this stuff? Many dentists either just assume there is no room for a computer or they stuff it somewhere between the sink and the glove [...]
Chief provides a complete series of mounts for monitors and flat panel TVs. I used them for my last two installations and have been very pleased.
KWS™ Single Arm Wall MountThe KWS is quick to install, easy to use and offers flexible motion, providing a great solution for installing any small flat panel display or monitor.
Monitor [...]
The fastest growing trend in dentistry is putting computers in the treatment rooms. The question then arises…OK now that I have all these computers, where the heck do I put this stuff? Many dentists either just assume there is no room for a computer or they stuff it somewhere between the sink and the glove [...]
Where to put the treatment room computer monitors is a dilemma for many offices.
Monitors need to be positioned so that the assistant can access it easily to input data, such as chairside charting, while maintaining contact with the dentist and patient. They also need to be close enough for the dentist to view radiographs [...]
The most common form of communication within dental practices was to roam the office and chase down the person needed. This could be very annoying for everyone and appear unprofessional to your patients. Most of all it wastes more time than you can imagine. While both light panels and direct communication work to get basic [...]
The new nomad design is smaller and lighter than the original. This will be great for use out of the office. Just bring a laptop and a sensor and you can take an x-ray anywhere.
One NOMAD Pro does the work of multiple conventional X-ray systems, making it extremely economical. The leading technology of NOMAD Pro [...]
Monitors follow the law of donuts; if one is good two is better and three is even better.
Do not put the treatment room tower on the floor, it is likely to be damaged from cleaning activities; it could easily get wet from spills or mopping and it will pick up lots of dirt and dust. It needs to be close to a power supply and allow access in and out for various cables. [...]
The fastest growing trend in dentistry is putting computers in the treatment rooms. The question then arises…OK now that I have all these computers, where the heck do I put this stuff? Many dentists either just assume there is no room for a computer or they stuff it somewhere between the sink and the glove [...]
From Tom Hedge at dentalblogs.com
purchased the original Isolite and rarely used it due the bulk of the unit and the separate fiber optic cord and light source. These problems have been solved with the new i2. This device controls illumination, retraction, and isolation. It is lightweight and easy to insert in the patients mouth. The [...]
I just received an advance copy of this book. Just as it says it is 1001 short tips rather than a step by step guide. I would like to see some photos and diagrams along with the tips. I was not overwhelmed with the tech advice. On the other hand many of the general, planing [...]
I am very excited to present a new tool to help you make wise technology choices. I have gathered the very best from my past articles and seminars and combined them with the latest information to create these comprehensive step by step Technology Guides.
Each one includes; basic philosophies, budgets, buying guides, examples, photos and diagrams [...]
My local all knowing, all seeing IT support person Robert Andrerson of Sirius Systems is using a slick new cable system called RapidRun. See below for a link with lots of details. The cables are more expensive, but offer much more functionality.
RapidRun is an award-winning interconnect system designed, from the ground up, to evolve with the [...]
The old (Canon) camera commercials told us “Image is everything”. That’s a bit over the edge, image isn’t everything but it is an important practice element that many dentists never even think about. However even if you don’t think about your image you do have one. You can either choose the image you want and [...]
An automated inventory system that links to the computer and orders for you online. It provides security as well as storage and inventory control. There are some improvements I’d like to see but it is really cool.
The VSupply Cubex inventory management system provides a secure, centralized location for your supplies, allowing staff quick access to [...]
I saw this at our local dental meeting and was very impressed. It is lighter and slicker looking that the original model, very cool.
The NOMAD Pro provides the safest and highest quality handheld intraoral X-ray system. One NOMAD Pro does the work of multiple conventional X-ray systems making it extremely economical.
• Entire unit weighs [...]
No matter how much we use technology the prime focus of the dentist and assistant must be delivering fine dental treatment. If the technology gets in the way of doing dentistry the technology is in the wrong place.
There is a zone around the head of the chair, the dentistry first area, which should be reserved [...]
I went to an office design course a week or so ago given by Michael Unthank. He continues to be the best office designer with the best take on using technology properly in the dental office.
He has lots of ideas on where things need to go. Resources for buying hard to find items and the [...]
GuestGate.com.
I love it when I go some place and they have an open WiFi network I can connect to with my laptop. Wouldn’t it be great if you could offer a WiFi hotspot to your patients?
Of course the problem has been that if you have a wireless network, which many dental offices do have, you [...]
On of the best products I saw at CES in 2006 were digital photo frames. Now two years later they are everywhere. (I especially noticed them being pushed as a Christmas gift last month.) CES 2008 was infested with different digital frames. I think they provide a wonderful way to show before and after photos [...]