Taking Care of the Team
When the time came to build a new practice, designed with the best interests of patients in mind, Dr. Collins also made sure his team was taken care of. On his list of priorities for the new office: large, private office space for his associates, A-dec rear delivery systems that are adaptable for both right- and left-handed doctors (two are left-handed), plus the latest productivity-boosting technology.
At the advice of his Patterson Equipment Specialist, Jim Plescia, Dr. Collins went with Schick digital X-ray and CAESY Patient Education Systems, which integrate seamlessly with his existing Patterson EagleSoft software. Other new additions include a PLANMECA ProMax digital pan and Progeny Preva DC Intraoral X-ray system. “The new technology and the new equipment naturally lend itself to someone being able to maximize their abilities and skills with patients,” said Dr. Collins.
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While the new technology was exciting, it was also unchartered territory for the staff. Dr. Collins worked with his Patterson team to set up a simulated operatory in an unoccupied building within the office park. This allowed the staff to train on the equipment and technology before moving to the new practice. “That enabled our staff to get up to snuff, so we hit the road running,” said Dr. Collins. “I won’t say it was a fast run, but it was faster than the walk we might have done if we were just learning for the first time in the new practice.”
Technology Makes a Difference
In Plescia's opinion, the new cutting-edge technology and equipment have taken Collins Dental Group to the next level. Longtime associates Drs. Deter and Wines agree. “We had a nice office before but the new office is even better because we have all state-of-the-art equipment,” said Dr. Wines. “It increases patient case acceptance.”
Dr. Deter is especially excited about the switch from film X-ray to Schick digital imaging. “We came from a practice that for years just used film – and we weren't the first to jump on the bandwagon for digital radiography – but now we're comfortable with the equipment we have and it has made a big difference in speed and efficiency in our office,” he said.
Dr. Woodrick is a huge fan of the intraoral camera, which he uses on virtually every patient. “I use it more than anyone else here,” he said. Another office favorite is the 37” flat-screen monitors in every operatory, which enable patients to easily view their digital images and watch CAESY Patient Education Systems videos. “The technology helps me everyday,” said Dr. Newkirk.
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