As soon as you walk across that stage and shake your dean’s hand, you’re not magically imparted with all the dental wisdom in the world. What happens is that you’re entrusted to understand your limitations as a new dentist while you’re granted the opportunity to experience the practice of dentistry and consistently strive to be a better practitioner.… Read More »
Whether it’s help with ergonomics in the dental practice, substance abuse prevention or mental health issues, the American Dental Association has a number of wellness resources for dentists. The Dentist Health and Well-Being Program provides support for ADA members who are in need of information on health and wellness issues. “As dentists, we’re trained to look out for… Read More »
One of the dentists in my office, Dr. Danny Hearrean, and I both have something in common with Howie Mandel. Dr. Hearrean styles his hair the same way as Howie, and I hate to shake people’s hands. Nevermind the fact when I was ASDA editor-in-chief, I assisted in the creation of this video on how to properly shake… Read More »
According to an ADA News report, the Fifth District Dental Society of the Alabama Dental Association established a new scholarship program that awards dental students who call the Fifth District their hometown. The goal: to make a meaningful connection with University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Dentistry students, said Dr. Dugald R. McMillan III, Fifth District president.… Read More »
Austin, Texas — As Dr. Ensy Atarod makes the transition from being a “new dentist” to a dentist, she looks back at her time at the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership as transformative. “As a new dentist I knew graduation did not mean the end of learning, but what dental school failed to tell us was as… Read More »
Practicing dentistry often involves being in uncomfortable postures and performing repetitive hand motions for long periods of time. As a result, 40 to 60 percent of dental professionals suffer from work-related musculoskeletal issues. Are you one of them? A good, ergonomically designed operatory, along with daily stretching and exercise, can help dental practitioners and their staff enjoy long,… Read More »