What kind of dentistry/specialty do you practice? 100% house-call dentistry. I treat patients in their homes or care facilities throughout Los Angeles and Orange County. Why dentistry? I chose dentistry because the ability to practice covers so many different types of work (private practice, education, public health, specialty, leadership, advocacy, business, etc.). I also wanted to be able… Read More »
Camaraderie and affinity can mean the difference between success and failure for some professionals, especially in careers in which representation of some groups has been sporadic or where staying connected in general may be challenging. Dr. Chithra Durgam, a dentist in private practice in North Bergen, N.J., has firsthand experience in closing such gaps through her 18 years… Read More »
The American Dental Association is seeking nominations through Dec. 31 to recognize 10 new dentists who are demonstrating excellence in their work and inspiring others. Winners of the third annual ADA 10 Under 10 Award will receive a $1,000 cash award and be recognized in various ADA publications and channels, including the ADA News and the New Dentist… Read More »
Serving in the Air Force has been good for Dr. Courtney Burrill. Her service paid for dental school. She’s done dentistry on humanitarian trips, at home and abroad. It brought her to Alaska, a state whose natural beauty she loves. And it showed her the value of being organized — of getting people together to bounce ideas off… Read More »
Dr. Jason Tanguay climbed a winding path to dentistry — quite literally. He used to be a mountain guide. “My brother, we were both mountain guides, he got into an accident where he took a big chunk of ice to the face and lost seven teeth. I saw him, his recovery, I saw his interactions with dentistry. My… Read More »
