Five reasons you should apply for the Institute for Diversity in Leadership

Are you familiar with the ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership (IDL)? Because it changed my life! I was a member of its 2012-13 class, and it inspired me to think of new, creative ways to improve the oral health of my community in Oakland, California. So what’s the IDL? The program is designed to enhance the leadership… Read More »

Black History Month: Longtime Georgia dentist shows it’s never too late to follow your dreams

A favorite quote of many is “It’s never too late to be what you might have been.” Dr. Edward Green proved this, and then some. After working as a teacher, chemist and chemical engineer, Dr. Green decided he wanted to work with people as well as his hands and entered dental school in his mid-30s, despite having a… Read More »

Minimize your taxes through often overlooked deductions

Reports show that nearly a billion dollars is overpaid each year by taxpayers who don’t take advantage of all the credits, deductions, and income adjustments they’re entitled to, according to the ADA Center for Professional Success. Here are the top ten most common deductions that tax filers often overlook. Be sure to check with your accountant to make… Read More »

CDHCs: A new model of dental care empowering patients

Far too many Americans have trouble accessing dental care. It is a serious challenge that I had no idea even existed, until I began as a new dental director at a health center in 2001. Then, I saw how confused people were with the terminology of dental care and how to make an appointment. People live with untreated… Read More »

Let’s celebrate! We’ve earned it

2017 was a year to celebrate! As over 161,000 ADA member dentists continue to raise the bar for the profession, we are proud to join you in enjoying our shared success. Here are 10 reasons we have to celebrate: 1. Exploding growth of Find-a-Dentist tool The ADA Find-a-Dentist tool garnered 1.7 million visits, with 740,000 profile views. 2.… Read More »

5 reasons to attend the New Dentist Conference in Honolulu

Registration for the 2018 New Dentist Conference opens today. From the beaches and weather to continuing education and networking, here are five reasons why this year’s New Dentist Conference, to be held Oct. 18-20, is a can’t-miss event: 1. Reinvent your meeting experience Honolulu offers the perfect experience to combine continuing education with a vacation. Courses even start… Read More »