A few years ago, I had some time to kill between courses at one of my favorite places, Spear Education in Scottsdale, Arizona. While talking over coffee during the first course, I mentioned to resident faculty member Dr. Doug Benting that I’d like to go for a hike. He asked if I was going to hike the Grand… Read More »
The ADA New Dentist News unveiled Dec. 19 its new webpage, giving the decades-old print publication a larger online presence. The new website seeks to provide new dentists and dental students in-depth stories, news and insight in a more frequent basis. Created by new dentist leaders more than 22 years ago, the quarterly print supplement to the ADA… Read More »
We’ve all faced them. The conversations we wish we didn’t have to have. Whether with loved ones, team members or superiors, they are all a source of dread. There is little training offered in how to handle these conversations, and most often it is based on past mistakes that hopefully can be learned from. But because handling difficult… Read More »
This award recognizes 10 amazing dentists who graduated from dental school less than 10 years ago. Know a new dentist who inspires others in science, education and research, practice excellence, philanthropy, leadership and advocacy? Nominations are open until Dec. 31. The New Dentist Committee will select winners and they’ll be announced in March 2020. Winners will receive a… Read More »
The week before starting dental school, I brought my partner along with my family, to my white coat ceremony. At the end of the event, while congratulating my parents, an administrator I had recently met pulled my dad aside and told him, “If you want your son to do well, tell him not to bring his ‘friend’ around… Read More »
When I was starting my career five years ago, I wish I would have taken more advantage of the helpful resources available at my fingertips, like ADA CE Online. These courses have helped me build my practice and advance my career. I know life is busy, but here are three really good reasons to check out ADA CE… Read More »