) December 19, 2008 -- Garden State Dental, in its ongoing commitment to high-end patient care, has chosen a state-of-the-art dental software application to help streamline its operations and patient record management. The software, Denticon from Planet DDS, is a web-based dental practice management software that was created to help manage multiple location practices like Garden State Dental.

) October 29, 2008 -- The Pacific Center for Special Care at the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is undertaking a new initiative to use non-dentist oral health professionals to reach out to people with special needs in community locations where they live or receive social or general health services. These professionals will gather electronic records, which include digital x-rays, photographs and charts, and then collaborate remotely, via the internet, with licensed dentists. Once a treatment plan is determined, the approach to that treatment, including where and when, can be decided.

) March 14, 2009 -- Dental Health Associates of Madison, Ltd. (DHA) is currently celebrating their 40th year of service to Madison area families by building long-lasting relationships and providing their patients with the best dental care available. DHA announced that it has selected Denticon, dental practice management software from Planet DDS, to manage its multiple location practice information.

) June 20, 2009 -- With the philosophy of, "Quality, modern, and affordable dentistry," Kane Dental Management has selected Denticon dental practice management software from Planet DDS to manage its locations. The addition of this high-tech, web-based software application will facilitate Kane Dental's execution of its philosophy and devotion to its patients.

) July 17, 2009 -- Quality Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: QSII) and Planet DDS, Inc., both located in Irvine, Calif., announced today that the companies have aligned to deliver hosted, web-based Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) practice management and clinical software solutions to the dental industry.

This SaaS dental practice management software application, developed by Planet DDS and available for over two years to dental practices on a monthly subscription basis, provides automation of all billing and clinical aspects of dental practices. The companies are collaborating on marketing and development efforts with each focusing on separate market segments.

) November 12, 2008 -- Janet Haas, a 32 year old mother of two and living in Newport Beach, California, lost her job last year when her employer, a large, local mortgage company, closed its doors. One of the first things she did after the company closed was cancel her upcoming dental appointment. “I usually get a routine cleaning and exam for me and my children every six months, and this time I was going to get my teeth bleached,” said Ms. Haas, “but we’re healthy, and this can wait until I find another job.” She hasn’t found a steady job since then, and she hasn’t rescheduled the appointment.

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) January 28, 2009 -- Craison Dental Marketing, a subsidiary of Indianapolis Seo, www.IndianapolisSeo.com, is an agency that provides dentists with dental marketing, dental internet marketing, dental seo, and email marketing. Craison Dental Marketing will update the USA Dental Website and integrate the USA web design division into Craison's new platform.

Craison Dental Marketing's new website will now provide dental practices with dental web design, dental marketing, and internet seo marketing. Craison also will continue to provide dentists with email marketing and the popular welcoming service for dentists program.

) July 19, 2009 -- Waiting Room Theater, a producer of exceptional educational videos for the dental profession, has formed a business relationship with 11Giraffes, an asset-based, digital media management company specializing in the delivery of business music and digital signage.

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UDENT.com is redefining dental health with an online social network designed for dental professional to engage their peers. www.udent.com. (PRWeb Nov 3, 2009)

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) December 29, 2008 -- Patient Placement Systems announced today that healthcare provider Park Avenue Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Arlington, Mass., has signed on to use the Web-based Referral Management System long-term care software to manage inbound patient referrals.

) December 4, 2008 -- HealthCare.com, Inc., the leader in local healthcare provider search and health insurance information search, announced today that it has launched a network of websites to expand the reach of HealthCare.com's proprietary Care Provider Search™.

) September 16, 2008 -- As the trend of insured Americans traveling to Mexico for dental procedures increases so does the amount of cross border fraud. Most Americans traveling to Mexico for dental procedures do so because the dental providers in Mexico do not charge deductibles or copayments. What these patients often don't realize is that in order to recoup these costs and increase their profits, the dentist providers are actually billing insurance companies US rates instead of local Mexican rates.

) March 24, 2009 -- The KODAK 9000 3D Extraoral Imaging System received extremely high ratings from dental professionals who were surveyed as part of a product review published in the March issue of Dental Product Shopper. This flexible 3D imaging system combines focused-field 3D Cone Beam CT imaging with panoramic imaging to provide a highly productive “two in one” system.

KODAK 9000 3D System Redefines Dental 3D Imaging

) October 21, 2008 -- Andy Gobienko was eating a burger the day before his parents left for his dad's knee surgery in Mexico, when Andy's tooth broke loose. Andy's mom Kathy Gobienko then suggested that he come with them so that he could have his dental work done in the same Mexico trip.

) February 27, 2009 -- The KODAK 9500 Cone Beam 3D System was introduced by PracticeWorks Systems, LLC, for easy-to-use three-dimensional imaging of the dental and facial anatomy. Built on the proven and reliable KODAK 9000 platform, the KODAK 9500 3D System enables dental professionals to quickly produce magnificent 3D images, ranging from dual jaw to full craniofacial images, while optimizing dose.

The Kodak 9500 extraoral dental imaging system

) August 6, 2009 -- Lexi-Comp, Inc., the leading publisher of clinical resources for the dental market, has released Lexi-Comp® ONLINE™ for Oral Surgery, a customized Internet-based resource designed for oral surgery specialists. This robust reference provides the comprehensive pharmacology information and drug interaction screening required by clinicians performing complex surgical procedures, and administering or prescribing medications for sedation, pain management, and infection prevention. Lexi-Comp ONLINE for Oral Surgery is the only dental-specific pharmacology program available for dental specialists and their staff.

) June 16, 2009 -- Today, HealthCare California announces it is the first home health agency in California to implement an industry leading, online service that answers the call from national leaders to utilize technology to improve health care. The home health software service, Agency Manager™, provides HealthCare California with a suite of online services that equips all nursing and administrative staff with real-time access to information at the point of care, reduces costs, improves efficiency and enhances communication across the continuum of care.

) August 25, 2009 -- ProSites Inc., the nation's most innovative dental website design firm, has announced they are now offering free patient education videos to their members. The wide range of videos, showcasing numerous dental procedures and oral care techniques, are intended to help doctors educate current and prospective patients, increase case acceptance, and grow their practice.

ProSites Dental Video

) October 10, 2008 -- Honoring excellence in the implementation of electronic health records (EHRs), the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) announces the recipients of the 2008 Davies Awards in the Organizational, Ambulatory and Community Health Organization categories. The 2008 Davies Public Health Award recipients, announced Aug. 27, were Cherokee (NC) Indian Hospital Authority and the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services in Trenton.

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Man & Machine will be attending the expo, in booth 234, to introduce our waterproof keyboards and mice to the dental community.
MMI products are liquid-proof and provide the ultimate in infection control and patient safety, two of the most important things dentists deal with in their offices. The Really Cool keyboard will feature prominently at the MMI booth during the show. Its superior, non-porous, latex-free construction, ergonomic design and accompanying options and features make it one of the best medical grade keyboards on the market. Dentists and our keyboards; they are a perfect fit.

) September 26, 2009 -- Nationally recognized dental web design firm, Officite, has launched a unique social networking program to help dental and medical practices gain higher visibility online and directly interact with potential customers.

) July 26, 2009 -- Dr. Sheba Mahmoodian of Woodside Dental in West Los Angeles, http://www.woodside-dental.com, is proud to announce the addition of ezlase Laser Treatment to the dental practice's comprehensive list of dental services. Ezlase laser technology is designed specifically to treat gum and other soft tissues in the mouth, making those procedures easier for dentists and more comfortable for patients.

) October 3, 2008 --Today, the Oklahoma Dental Association (ODA) launched their new and improved website (www.okda.org) with a more contemporary look and advanced backend features that simplify maintenance for ODA staff. The new website was designed by ProSites, the nation's leading provider of website design and Internet marketing services for medical and dental professionals. Powered by ProSites' Web Engine technology, the new website enables ODA staff to make changes to the site using a simple "point & click" interface called the Website Editor.

ODA Website

Delcam is pleased to announce the release of the 2010 version of its DentCAD dental design software. The new release includes a completely new interface, an integrated data management module, an expanded library of standard tooth designs and improved STL file output, as well as a number of enhancements to the design options.

) August 14, 2009 -- Patient Placement Systems, the leading provider of automated Web-based admissions for long-term care providers, announced today that it will present a session at the Tennessee Health Care Association 2009 Annual Convention. The convention takes place August 16, 2009, at the Nashville Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn.

Doug Walker, VP and general manager of Patient Placement Systems, will present to THCA members on the topic of "Five Long-Term Care Admissions Fiascos and How to Avoid Them." The session incorporates feedback from series of long-term care surveys conducted over the past 18 months.

) August 26, 2009 -– Lower Mainland students interested in pursuing a nursing career will have a new training option this fall. This November, CDI College – Canada’s leading private vocational trainer – will launch the Practical Nursing program at two campuses in the Greater Vancouver region.

CDI College

“Practical Nurses are still in high demand in British Columbia,” says Dr. Bohdan Bilan, Vice President of Academics at CDI College. “The retirement of current LPNs combined with an increased need for nursing care from our aging population is driving the demand in this career field.”

) September 17, 2009 -- David Binder, D.D.S., the "Manhattan Dentist," uses digital X-ray, implant simulation and modeling software combined with surgical skills and training to create the end result before any treatment begins. Patients can see what their dental implants will look like in their mouths and understand the degree of surgery required before any dental treatment begins. A patient can have the look of their current simile or enhance the shape, color, and alignment of the dental implants to achieve their desired results.

Manhattan Dentist, David S. Binder

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) May 28, 2009 -- With the continued fluctuations in interest rates, slowing of the economy, and competition for new patients, a number of hospitals, dental and medical clinics are struggling with reduced cash flow and the dilemma of how to purchase new or additional medical equipment to meet the needs and requests of their patients.

) July 1, 2009 - To improve the quality of home care services for older persons, the Center for Home Care Policy & Research is expanding its CHAMP Program web site (http://www.champ-program.org) with new online community features, best practice information, and a redesigned look-and-feel to further its establishment of a national Community of Practice for geriatric home care excellence. The initiative is based on the nation's first evidence-based recommendations specific to geriatric homecare - the Framework.

) April 28, 2009 -- CheckPoint HR, a trusted advisor empowering small and medium size businesses in managing their human capital throughout the entire employee life cycle, today announced that Primary Care Nursing Services - an Ohio-based Medicare certified Home Health Agency - is optimizing the management of its human capital and HR processes with CheckPoint HR's Web-based Human Resource Management System (HRMS) technology platform.

) October 6, 2008 -- Cielo MedSolutions, a provider of healthcare software and web applications, today announced a Preferred Business Affiliate agreement with TransforMED LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP). Through this relationship, Cielo MedSolutions' customers will have access to TransforMED's practice transformation services. In addition, TransforMED will encourage medical practices implementing a Patient-Centered Medical Home to use Cielo Clinic's integrated patient registry, clinical decision support and population management tools.

) November 12, 2008 -- Netsmart Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of enterprise-wide software and services for health and human services organizations, today announced the general availability release of version 7.5 of Helper, the leading practice management software for individual and small group private practice psychiatrists, psychologists, counselors, therapists and social workers.

Helper 7.5

) December 9, 2008 -- The Palm Beach Post today launched its new Health channel (http://www.palmbeachpost.com/health), featuring "Find a Doctor" powered by HealthCare.com's Care Provider SearchTM.

) October 26, 2008 -- Providence Health Care (PHC) is one of Canada's largest faith-based health care organizations, operating 14 health care facilities in Greater Vancouver. The health care industry is one of the most exciting and fastest-growing industries in BC. Providence Health Care is in the market to fill hundreds of health care jobs over the next few months. To help accomplish this ambitious goal, PHC is holding a career fair on Tuesday, October 28, 2008 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The Career Fair will take place at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver.

To register for the upcoming PHC Career Fair, email careerfair2008 @ providencehealth.bc.ca.

) March 27, 2009 -- ProSites, Inc. recently announced that they have been selected by the California Dental Association (CDA) as the endorsed website provider for their nearly 24,000 member dentists.

"The CDA Council on Endorsed Programs reviewed many website design firms, and we believe ProSites offers the best service and value for our members," remarked Evet Dickinson, Manager of Endorsed Programs for the CDA. The CDA carefully evaluated the website content, design, and ease of use, as well as the value and service of numerous other website design firms before selecting ProSites as the best option for their members.

) April 8, 2009 -- To recognize and celebrate dentists who offer optimal dental care to their patients, Boston cosmetic dentist Dr. Helaine Smith is requesting that dental patients send her their stories about why they love their dentist. Stories can be sent to Dr. Smith by email to helainesmithdmd (at) gmail (dot) com.

Dr. Helaine Smith

) April 8, 2009 -- MedTouch, the leading provider of interactive, web-based solutions for healthcare organizations, announced its recent partnership with Exeter Health Services to enhance their web presence and to implement its proprietary enterprise content management solution, ContentBridge.

"Exeter chose both our services and our software to take them to the next level of patient interactivity," said Paul Griffiths, CEO of MedTouch. "Our core competency is to serve healthcare organizations who understand that the success of integrated marketing campaigns depends on a strategic web presence to fully serve their constituencies, both in health and in crises."
   

) August 25, 2009 -- Patient Placement Systems (PPS), a leading provider of Web-based discharge referral software, announced today that Jewish Hospital & St. Mary's HealthCare (JHSMH) has implemented the innovative Discharge Referral System to automate the discharge referral process for patients needing post-acute care at five of its facilities: Jewish Hospital, Sts. Mary and Elizabeth Hospital, Jewish Hospital Shelbyville, Frazier Rehab Institute, and Our Lady of Peace. The Discharge Referral System is a Web-based application that enables JHSMH case managers to send referral inquiries to post-acute providers electronically - eliminating faxes and phone tag and significantly streamlining the placement process.