Category Archives: Mentoring

Free webinar: Trends in the dental benefits market

Do you ever wonder how many people are covered by dental benefits or how many dentists participate in network plans? Participants in this webinar will hear from industry leaders on current trends in the dental benefits market and the underlying factors that drive these trends. Participants will also gain a better understanding of the market limitations on the… Read More »

Study clubs from a business perspective

Englewood, Colo. — For new dentists, there can be a lot to learn when it comes to creating or running a small business. Establishing the necessary business elements and learning how to run a successful dental practice can provide challenges early in one’s career. The Colorado Dental Association New Dentist Committee is taking a unique approach in an… Read More »

Greater St. Louis Dental Society finds key to engaging new dentists: Fun

St. Louis — “The Price is Right.” “Family Feud.” “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” Spoofing classic game shows and morning talk shows into activities may seem silly. But for the Greater St. Louis Dental Society, it’s been the key to engaging new dentists. “It’s taken some trial and error, and we’ve had a couple of failures,” said Susan Prosperi,… Read More »

Different generations, same love of dentistry

When Dr. Donna Thompson entered dental school in the fall of 1974, she was one of five women in her class of 71 students at the Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha. She and her female classmates bonded over breaking the glass ceiling but said it could be intimidating at times. “We had a mixed reception from… Read More »

Working with my father

When I tell people I work with my father, they always seem to say, “Oh … how is that?” I’m always astonished by the question and the uncertainty in their voices. Partnering with my father straight out of dental school was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. In fact, it was a no brainer. I started working in my… Read More »

Organized dentistry: It’s all in the family

Despite a successful dental practice and heavy involvement in organized dentistry, Dr. Bill Calnon never intended to raise two dentists. He simply wanted his sons to grow into thoughtful leaders who gave back to their communities and professions. “I never pushed them to pursue dentistry,” Dr. Calnon said. “I wanted them to do whatever made them happy.” However,… Read More »