It’s all about the patient

Living in a beautiful, historic city like Fredericksburg is a great experience. After 52 years as a practicing dentist, Dr. John Willhide continues to look for ways to provide the patient with a memorable experience at his dental office. “Being in the same place for so long allows me to build my reputation for providing the type of… Read More »

Sign up GKAS program by Nov. 13 to receive product kits

Give Kids A Smile program coordinators should sign up their 2020 event between Oct. 1 and Nov. 13 to be eligible to receive donated product kits. Program coordinators can visit ADA.org/GKAS to sign up their programs for 2020 and check out resources. The website also includes the GKAS Toolbox for program planning guides, sample forms, letters and other… Read More »

5 wellness tips for practicing dentists

1. Schedule an annual physical with your physician. The single most valuable assets in any dental practice are the dentist and the dental team. 2. Rest up. Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each morning, including weekends. Try creating a bedtime ritual such as reading or taking a hot bath. Do something… Read More »

No matter the setting: Patients remain at heart of rural, urban dental practices

When Dr. Cassie Berens graduated from dental school, she knew she wanted to work in a small town. A native of rural Iowa, Dr. Berens joined a practice in Atlantic, Iowa, after receiving her undergraduate degree from Iowa State University and dental degree from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine – Illinois in suburban Chicago. “When I graduated… Read More »

Free webinar: Where ideal treatment plans draw their last breath

There has always been attention paid to patient case acceptance. Dentists and teams may be monitoring overall acceptance percentages for new patients and patients of record, or to specific types of treatment acceptance. But they may be missing the forest for the trees. Register for the webinar, The Dead Zone: Where ideal treatment plans draw their last breath,… Read More »

Volunteer efforts shift after Hurricane Maria destruction

In September 2017, Hurricane Maria, a category 4 storm, hit the island of Puerto Rico. The destruction from the southeast to the northwest of the islands left thousands of homes and businesses damaged and without power for months. According to one source, the death toll, including indirect deaths from the storm, is now estimated to be 4,645, making… Read More »