poll CLINICAL TECHNOLOGY Dentaltown's monthly poll helps you see how other practices operate- what's working, what isn't-and how dentistry is evolving. The information we gather helps us measure the trends of the profession. This poll was conducted March 12 to April 15 on dentaltown.com. Have you made a significant investment (more than $10,000) in clinical technology over the past three years? 6 1 % 3 5 % 4 % No Yes I will in 2018 When it comes to technology in my practice ... Has your internet speed ever negatively affected your workflow? 70% 60% 20% 34% I mix and match old and new technology. No I want to be on the bleeding edge. 10%30% Weekly Yes, rarely 6% Monthly If it ain't broke, don't fix it! Do you use digital impressions in your practice? 14% 40% I will by 2020. Yes, often Which will be more commonplace in dental practices by 2025? 46% 57% No Yes 43% Digital caries detection devices 28 MAY 2018 // dentaltown.com Lasers Has a specific piece of technology in your office been the reason a patient has returned to or referred your practice? 53% No 47% Yeshttp://www.dentaltown.com http://www.dentaltown.com