Dentists with huge hearts on Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day can be one of those holidays many people celebrate with elaborate dinners, chocolates and finding special ways to show love and affection for others. Dr. Theodore Siegel loves the way he spends Cupid’s favorite holiday. Fourteen years ago, he decided one of the best things he could do as a dentist was to help people who… Read More »

New Dentist News to unveil redesigned look March 4

New dentists and dental students can expect a new look and feel when they receive the March 4 issue of the New Dentist News. The ADA New Dentist Committee and the ADA Publishing Division will unveil the redesigned eight-page quarterly publication, which is distributed as an insert in the ADA News as a member resource for new dentists… Read More »

10 ways to go green in your practice

Adopting an environmentally friendly approach in one’s practice isn’t just a “feel good” activity, it can offer direct and indirect business advantages as well. Simply reducing waste and increasing efficiency produce an obvious savings. In addition, making a commitment to sustainability demonstrates a sense of responsibility and community engagement to existing and potential patients, many of whom may seek… Read More »

Choosing the right retirement savings plan is essential

If you are like many dentists who own a practice, you share a variety of critical priorities in addition to the practice of dentistry, such as managing taxes, attracting and rewarding valued employees, and establishing a long-term strategy to help plan for the financial futures of your employees. Fortunately, you also share an option that could help address… Read More »

Free webinar: Opportunities abound for locum tenens dentists

Have you ever thought about what would happen to your practice in the event of your absence for a short period of time? Who would treat your patients? A locum tenens dentist is a dentist who works in the place of the regular dentist when that dentist is absent. A locum dentist may also work in the place… Read More »

Managing professional risks: The doctor/patient relationship

One of the most effective ways to mitigate many of the risks inherent in practicing dentistry is to create and nurture a positive relationship with every patient, according to the ADA Center for Professional Success. The way you and your team manage the patient experience can go a long way towards developing a partnership based on mutual respect… Read More »