Six steps to developing a high tech dental office

1. Begin with the End in Mind

Have a plan and a goal before you start

2. Establish a technology infrastructure.

Integrated practice management software

Computers networked in the treatment rooms

3. Add the “Big 2”:

Digital images

Digital radiography

4. Non-dental programs

Word processing

Checkbook

Anti virus

5. Add advanced dental applications.

Patient education

Digital shades

Computerized probes

6. Keep a future focus; be open to evolving technologies.

Internet

Wireless

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