The dark days of dentistry

You want to know a secret? Sometimes I don’t want to go to work. . . Sometimes I don’t want to pull that tooth or make that denture or place that composite. Sometimes . . . I don’t want to do dentistry at all. But if you’re a practicing dentist reading this right now, you know full well… Read More »

Student loan-repayment options for dental residents

With the introduction of a dedicated refinancing program for dental residents, dentists in training now have more options for repaying their dental-school loans. It’s good to have options, but the landscape can be a little complicated to navigate. If you’re a dental resident, or are about to become one, there are some things you should know when deciding… 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 »

ADA-endorsed student loan program rebrands to Laurel Road

Darien Rowayton Bank — the student loan refinancing program endorsed by the ADA — announced June 15 that its online lending division inclusive of its student loan refinancing program is now officially called Laurel Road. The rebrand includes a new logo, visual identity and website. Although the online lending division is rebranding under a new name, terms of… Read More »

Never a dull moment: New dentists discuss managing work with life and family

A partner dentist in a group practice in Massachusetts, a spouse and a mom to two children ages 5 and 3, Dr. Andrea Fallon knows well the day-to-day challenges of balancing job and family responsibilities. “Dentists have worked so very hard to gain that degree, and owner dentists have an obligation to their practice and staff to continue… Read More »

Just graduated? ADA creates new graduate resource

Recognizing that dental school graduates have unique needs, the Association created a web portal to help new dentists plan for success after graduation. The web page, ADA.org/newgrad, includes features designed to help new graduates transition from dental student to practicing dentists. Members of the Class of 2017 who visit the new website can also enter a sweepstakes for… Read More »