New dentists receive 50 percent off ADA CE Online

If you have graduated from dental school in the last 10 years, you are eligible for 50 percent off ADA Continuing Education Online courses. Use code NEWDENTIST. ADA CE Online provides members with a bevy of classes that will help you strengthen and grow your practice. Simply log in with your ADA member account and ADA CE Online… Read More »

My journey in starting a practice: Securing a location

Editor’s note: In this New Dentist Now series, Dr. Katie Stuchlik chronicles her journey in buying and opening a practice with her friend and classmate, Dr. Lindsey Wendt, in the Houston area. During dental school, I never saw myself as a practice owner. I worked hard in school just to become a dentist and hopefully find an associateship… Read More »

Free webinar focuses on student loan refinancing, debt repayment options

Association members seeking to learn more about student loan refinancing and debt repayment options can attend a free Sept. 19 webinar, Student Loan Best Practices for ADA Members. The webinar is scheduled for 7-8 p.m. CDT and is hosted by Laurel Road, the student loan refinancing program endorsed by the ADA. The webinar will address the following questions:… Read More »

Solutions to help women dentists improve their financial know-how

When you think about a coach your mind probably goes to sports rather than finances, but maybe that should change. Just like sports or personal coaches, a financial coach is a good thing to have on your side. They can help new dentists, especially women, manage their budget and plan for the future. Financial literacy is especially important… Read More »

5 reasons why you don’t suck at dentistry

You spent a fortune on school.  You stayed in and studied while your friends were out having fun. You tolerated all kinds of craziness for the promise of work/life balance, a great salary, and the professional title. This is it. You made it through the toughest time in your life, and you’re an actual REAL. LIFE. DENTIST! And… Read More »

How to network as an ADA member

When networking, remember to: • Plan ahead so you know who you want to meet and what you want to accomplish. • Set a time limit for each interaction. • Finish eating early so you have an easier time talking and mingling. Find more tips on the New Dentist Now blog, newdentistblog.ADA.org, which features several articles with pointers… Read More »