Study clubs from a business perspective

Englewood, Colo. — For new dentists, there can be a lot to learn when it comes to creating or running a small business. Establishing the necessary business elements and learning how to run a successful dental practice can provide challenges early in one’s career. The Colorado Dental Association New Dentist Committee is taking a unique approach in an… Read More »

Greater St. Louis Dental Society finds key to engaging new dentists: Fun

St. Louis — “The Price is Right.” “Family Feud.” “The Ellen DeGeneres Show.” Spoofing classic game shows and morning talk shows into activities may seem silly. But for the Greater St. Louis Dental Society, it’s been the key to engaging new dentists. “It’s taken some trial and error, and we’ve had a couple of failures,” said Susan Prosperi,… Read More »

New Dentist Conference registration now open

We’re heading south this year and hope to see you in Atlanta October 19-21. There’s an exciting lineup planned with three popular keynotes, one for each day. In addition to the fabulous new dentist programming, each day includes open time that you may customize. Choose your CE track, visit the Exhibit Hall, attend a Reference Committee Hearing or… Read More »

Q&A: Dr. Bruce Terry, full-time dentist, part-time mountaineer

Dr. Bruce Terry is best-known around the ADA for bringing the Association’s flag to the highest point in Antarctica. At home in his Pennsylvania community, Dr. Terry is recognized as a kind-hearted dentist and tireless mountain climber. We caught up with him to hear about his love of climbing and why he believes all dentists should pursue a… Read More »

Sister follows brother’s footsteps into dentistry

“Growing up, I always followed in the footsteps of my older brother,” Dr. Kamaxi Patel said. Dr. Patel, who graduated from the Texas A&M University College of Dentistry in May, was “hooded” by her brother, Dr. Kuntal Patel, who is, of course, a dentist. For those not familiar, a hooding takes place at a graduation ceremony when a… Read More »

Different generations, same love of dentistry

When Dr. Donna Thompson entered dental school in the fall of 1974, she was one of five women in her class of 71 students at the Creighton University School of Dentistry in Omaha. She and her female classmates bonded over breaking the glass ceiling but said it could be intimidating at times. “We had a mixed reception from… Read More »