Staying connected and helping level the playing field

Camaraderie and affinity can mean the difference between success and failure for some professionals, especially in careers in which representation of some groups has been sporadic or where staying connected in general may be challenging. Dr. Chithra Durgam, a dentist in private practice in North Bergen, N.J., has firsthand experience in closing such gaps through her 18 years… Read More »

New dentist nominees sought for ADA 10 Under 10 Awards

The American Dental Association is seeking nominations through Dec. 31 to recognize 10 new dentists who are demonstrating excellence in their work and inspiring others. Winners of the third annual ADA 10 Under 10 Award will receive a $1,000 cash award and be recognized in various ADA publications and channels, including the ADA News and the New Dentist… Read More »

10 Under 10: Dr. Courtney Burrill, from the Air Force to mentoring Alaska’s future dentists

Serving in the Air Force has been good for Dr. Courtney Burrill. Her service paid for dental school. She’s done dentistry on humanitarian trips, at home and abroad. It brought her to Alaska, a state whose natural beauty she loves. And it showed her the value of being organized — of getting people together to bounce ideas off… Read More »

10 Under 10: Dr. Jason Tanguay, from mountain guide to helping dentists navigate Medicaid

Dr. Jason Tanguay climbed a winding path to dentistry — quite literally. He used to be a mountain guide. “My brother, we were both mountain guides, he got into an accident where he took a big chunk of ice to the face and lost seven teeth. I saw him, his recovery, I saw his interactions with dentistry. My… Read More »

Free resources for your office: ADA Seal Chairside Guide

Simplify your product recommendations. Dental product trends come and go. Help patients achieve their best home care by recommending personalized products with the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Use the free chairside guide and searchable product database to find safe and effective products to fit your patients’ needs. Order a free laminated chairside guide, office decals and tent cards… Read More »