Category Archives: Continuing Education

Webinar: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Payments – Exploding the Myth

When a dental benefits plan informs a dentist that he or she must accept an electronic funds transfer rather than a paper check, does that dentist have to accept the EFT? That question and more will be answered at an upcoming free ADA webinar called “Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) Payments: Exploding the Myth.” The webinar, worth one hour… Read More »

Why does everyone talk about lifelong learning?

Continuing education. What do you think of when you hear dentists talk about CE? Does it stress you out thinking about finding the ethics course that you need to fulfill your CE requirement? Do you have flashbacks of sitting in a dental school lecture? Your first few weeks as a young dentist can be a wake-up call —… Read More »

Art Wednesdays: Becoming proficient at new skills

The opening session at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry conference in Orlando literally, Made. Me. Cry. I was so blown away by the energy and the passion when the accredited members and fellows proudly strutted onto the stage; I knew I had to do whatever it took to earn accreditation. So far I’ve submitted and passed 2… Read More »

ADA Success program helps dental students navigate professional world

Dental students can learn about managing debt and wealth, practice management, employment agreements and more through the ADA Success program. ADA Success offers a free series of live, in-person programs presented by ADA member dentists or other subject matter experts. The goal is to help dental students prepare for life as a dentist and boost student engagement within… Read More »

New Dentist Conference CE covers debt, future, leadership and more

From learning how to manage student loan debt and maintaining a comfortable work-life balance to staying up-to-date on the future of health care and becoming leaders, the New Dentist Conference continuing education lineup is like choosing your own adventure. This year’s New Dentist Conference will be held Oct. 20-22 in Denver. In between networking opportunities and unwinding with… Read More »

New Dentist Conference in Denver offers networking opportunities, education, fun

Denver — From student debt to the ever-changing job market, the start of a career can be an uphill climb for new dentists. “The pressures facing a new graduate in today’s economy can create an environment where work-life balance really is a struggle,” said Dr. Justin Pearson, a 2008 graduate of University of Michigan School of Dentistry. The… Read More »