Category Archives: Science

Help shine a light on America’s brightest new dentists

Just because you’re new to the dental profession, doesn’t mean your work isn’t making an impact. That’s why the ADA wants to recognize the awesome work you are doing. The American Dental Association 10 Under 10 Awards recognize 10 amazing dentists in their first 10 years of practice who demonstrate excellence in their work and inspire others. The… Read More »

Working together against oropharyngeal cancer

The American Dental Association (ADA) and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have joined together to combine their efforts to prevent oropharyngeal cancers through educational outreach to increase HPV vaccination rates. The United States is experiencing an epidemic of cancers of the oropharynx (throat: the tonsils, base of tongue/lingual tonsil) related to human papillomavirus (HPV) particularly… Read More »

The six CE topics new dentists want to explore

Want to learn from your peers? Discover the top CE subjects they are searching for online. According to ADA CE Online, new dentists want to study topics that will advance their success in practice, improve patient care and deepen their knowledge of dental specialties. Here are the six most popular terms your peers are searching for right now:… Read More »

Which ceramic CAD/CAM should I use?

Ceramic CAD/CAM materials have become popular among dentists whose patients are looking for a metal-free or more natural-looking material for indirect restorations, but with so many different options, selecting the best one for the job can be challenging, especially for newer dentists. Flexural strength is an important trait to consider when selecting a ceramic option, and one of… Read More »

Are you ready to answer patient questions about fluoride?

Many dental patients are asking serious questions about topical fluoride. While some question its health benefits, others wonder if it is appropriate for their children. You can prepare yourself to answer these questions by tuning in to a Facebook Live event scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Central time on April 18. Panelists will discuss answers to the top 3… Read More »

Register open for 2017 Dental Quality Alliance Conference

The nebulous term “quality improvement” shouldn’t scare off dentists from attending the upcoming Dental Quality Alliance Conference, as all are welcome, said Dr. Marie Schweinebraten, former ADA trustee and current DQA chair. “On a day-to-day basis, we measure improvement every day, but [dentists] don’t call it that,” she said. “Quality measures provide a means to use tested ways… Read More »