In an effort to more aptly reflect all of its member states, the North East Regional Board introduced in January its new name: The Commission on Dental Competency Assessments. The CDCA’s name better recognizes the geographical diversity of its current member dental boards, according to its website cdcaexams.org. The nonprofit announced the name change at its 45th annual… Read More »
Looking to work and collaborate with local physicians? Seeking to encourage members in the medical field in your community are the importance of oral health as part of the overall health? Here are 10 steps to help you with your outreach effort, courtesy of the ADA’s Action for Dental Health, a nationwide, community-based movement aimed at ending the… Read More »
A story in the Feb. 2 issue of ADA News highlighted the importance of mentorship. Dr. Christina Rosenthal, a 2005 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Dentistry, shadowed ADA Executive Director Kathleen O’Loughlin for about three days at ADA Headquarters. It was part of a special program activity that pairs the 2014-15 Joseph L. Henry Oral… Read More »
As a dentist, you do many procedures that require a close visual field and fine, controlled movements of your hands for long periods of time. These procedures also require sustained postures and twisting and bending of your neck and upper back. These postures and movements can place stress on your upper back and neck, contributing to the development… Read More »
Want a chance to win a free class in the ADA Executive Program in Dental Practice Management? If you are an ADA member, click here to enter. In an effort to provide the best in ongoing education for dentists, the American Dental Association’s Center for Professional Success recruited dental management experts to introduce applications specific to running a… Read More »
We’re at the peak of flu season. Since many symptoms of influenza are non-specific, it’s possible that the patient you are treating may have the flu virus without any noticeable symptoms. The spread of the flu can occur among patients, your dental team and yourself. Here are five major components that should be part of your infection control… Read More »