Ever feel like you’re in a whirlwind traveling at the speed of light? Sometimes that’s what it’s like running a dental practice, especially your first year. There are countless decisions to make, and for every one, there are 10 you haven’t thought of yet. In addition, you will need to quickly build trusting relationships with your patients and… Read More »
Are you balancing your life or is stress taking its toll? Take a look at these warning signs of someone who is out of balance: Vague sense of unease or being unsettled. Unable to sleep properly. Can’t shake a cold, or get several illnesses in a row. Shortened temper. Forgetful. Less energy. Desire to overeat. These symptoms make… Read More »
Got student loan questions? The ADA and DRB made available a recording of a one-hour webinar about general loan refinance options. The session, led by DRB’s Alex Macielak, provides insight to available repayment options, including federal repayment options, loan refinancing, proposed legislative changes to these programs, and how those changes may affect dentists. In an effort to help… Read More »
Know any dental students? The American Student Dental Association will host Scholarships 101: Federal Programs for Aspiring Dental Students Feb. 23. The free webinar will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. Central Time. All dental students are encouraged to register for the event, which will detail the various scholarship programs available to dental students, including the National Health Service… Read More »
From a series of articles on practice ownership to guest bloggers sharing their ups and downs as new dentists, the New Dentist Now blog continued to grow in website traffic and content quality in 2015. Just in case you missed some of the most popular blogs this year, here are 10 worth revisiting: My New Dentist Life: Dr.… Read More »
The ADA Health Policy Institute has released fact sheets for every U.S. state analyzing dental care utilization, supply of dentists, Medicaid participation, reimbursement rates, sealant use and who has access to fluoridated drinking water. HPI says “The Oral Health Care System: A State-by-State Analysis” is a first-of-its-kind report that dentists and members of the public can access at… Read More »