From the monthly archives:

September 2009

Cowboy Wisdom

September 30, 2009

When the meeting is going on and on and on and everyone needs to repeat what everyone has already said several times:
“No cat is ever flat enough to not run over again.”

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cyberCFO

September 30, 2009

I am a big fan of online services. Here is an online accountant. I have never used this company it was referred to me by Katherine Eitel.
cyberCFO is a Web-based accounting service that seamlessly integrates the latest in accounting software and internet technology with individually-tailored financial coaching to enhance the efficiency and profitability of your [...]

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ExorVision Dental Monitor

September 30, 2009

I admit I have been quite cavalier about placing a standard consumer monitor in the treatment areas. This company, ExorVision, linked below provides monitors that are sealed to meet stricter patient treatment area standards. They are available through Henry Schein, Patterson and Benco.
Per the National Electrical Code, the dental office is classified as a “Patient [...]

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Trimira – Identafi 3000

September 30, 2009

A new cancer detection device from Trimara:

Identafi® 3000 ultra
Multi-Spectral, Oral Cancer Screening
The deep penetrating power of the Identafi® 3000 ultra's multiple wavelengths will enhance diagnostic efficacy as an adjunctive tool for early detection.
Trimira's® new Identafi® 3000 ultra uses the Identafi® Multi-Spectral Fluorescence and Reflectance technology to enhance visualization of mucosal abnormalities such as oral [...]

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Amazon.com: Todays Deals: Electronics

September 30, 2009

Top Ten Amazon Electronics deals. They all can have a dental use.
Amazon.com: Todays Deals: Electronics.

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Dental Practice Hub: Thriving in Today’s Economy

September 29, 2009

A new online resource from the ADA featured in the Sept 27 ADA news (paper edition)

As a new ADA member-only resource, the Dental Practice Hub brings you the most up-to-date information on how the economy is affecting dentistry in a straightforward format, with tools and tips you can execute so your practice and patients can [...]

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Heath Care – An Exercise in Ego Gratification

September 29, 2009

Interesting take on the politics and the claims of the politicians.
Whats driving the great health debate of 2009 is not a popular clamor for universal insurance. “Many Americans are balking again at the prospect of health care reform,” writes pollster Andrew Kohut of the Pew Research Center. A new Wall Street Journal poll found 41 [...]

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Dynamic Cone-Beam Computed Tomography in Orthodontic Treatment

September 28, 2009

From the author Doug Chenin; Dynamic Cone-Beam Computed Tomography in Orthodontic Treatment, published in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics
This publication discusses the most advanced and current CBCT technology primarily in the field of orthodontics, covering topics such as dynamic CBCT-based study models, pre/post superimposition analysis, and 3D soft tissue predictions, just to name a few. [...]

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10 Reasons Why Tablets Will Succeed – Reviews by PC Magazine

September 28, 2009

I have been watching and trying to like Tablet PCs for years. According to this article from PC Magazine they will be the “it” technology of 2009. So far I have been disappointed with the adoption of tablets however they seem to have some obvious advantages for dental office use.

Tablets are suddenly the talk of [...]

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Upgrading to Windows 7 the Easy Way – OS, Software & Networking by ExtremeTech

September 28, 2009

You probably didn’t know it, but your current version of Windows already includes a utility that will help you easily transfer your files, settings and more from your current Windows system to your new one, even if that new one is simple an upgrade of your current one. In that case, the wizard transfers your [...]

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Google Adds My Location, Suggest to Windows Mobile Phones – AppScout

September 28, 2009

Even more reason to get your web page location and all that on Google local maps.
Google Adds My Location, Suggest to Windows Mobile Phones – AppScout.

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A Pictorial History of Dentistry

September 28, 2009

Not so High Tech dentistry from the past.
A Pictorial History of Dentistry.

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End User: Microsoft’s Windows Ads: Finally Good?

September 28, 2009

The link below will take you to some online Windows 7 ads. The ads are supposed to be good. What I find interesting is that the ads will never be shown on television but are intended solely for online use and are user generated.
End User: Microsoft's Windows Ads: Finally Good?.

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Edgelings.com » Thinking Humans, Intelligent Computers

September 28, 2009

No dental component, just future tech and somewhat interesting.
But how far away is that moment, that ‘singularity’, when computers easily pass the Turing Test – i.e., when communicating with them is indistinguishable from speaking to a human being?

via Edgelings.com » Thinking Humans, Intelligent Computers.

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Professional Healthcare Pager

September 23, 2009

I have not seen this in action. It looks interesting.
iPAGER™ is the solution. Fits comfortably on your belt or desk. Completely programmable for everyone in your office. Need a staff member to come to exam room #3 to take a x-ray? Simple – scroll through the staff list for the desired staff member, enter [...]

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TRENDnet | Products | Wireless N Adapters | TEW-648UB

September 22, 2009

I am not sure this has a special dental use…but it is awfully cool

The 150Mbps Mini Wireless N USB Adapter connects a laptop or desktop computer to a wireless n network at up to 6x the speed and 3x the coverage of a wireless g connection.. The ultra compact form factor is [...]

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Tips.TNTDental.com Web 2.0

September 22, 2009

Another great tip from TNT and some insight into social media. Whay does that matter? Check out the EOT posting right below this one on finding a dentist.
It’s all about WIKI, social networking, social media, blogs, podcasts, videos, and… Let’s break it down a bit.

via Tips.TNTDental.com.

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Finding a New Dentist

September 22, 2009

I recently heard a very interesting and extremely relevant discussion about choosing a dentist in the Internet age.
A well educated, urban, thirty something said that in her group the common method of choosing a dentist was:
Google search (or equivalent) a geographic area for dentists. Eliminate any dentists that are not on their insurance plan. Eliminate [...]

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2009 Best of Class for Pride GNYDM Tech Fair

September 22, 2009

Click for GNYDM Program online

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Belkin : In-Desk USB Hub – 3 inch

September 21, 2009

Justin Shafer of On Site Dental Systems brought this to my attention. He likes it for a dental treatment room cabinet. It is a USB hub in the form of a grommet that fits in a standard desk pass trough hole.
Belkin : In-Desk USB Hub – 3 inch.

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