Participating in a Give Kids A Smile event as a practicing dentist is much different than helping out as a dental student. Dr. Maria Wittman would know. As a third- and fourth-year student at the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Dentistry and a 2012 graduate, Dr. Wittman, under the supervision of faculty, conducted exams and cleanings during… Read More »
Hi everyone! We are looking forward to hosting the New Dentist Conference at ADA 2018 in Honolulu! I had the chance to visit beautiful Hawaii this February to plan the Conference and ADA annual meeting. Check out my photo gallery. Some of my favorite experiences were hiking the Koko Trail, relaxing at the Pu’loa Beach and, of course,… Read More »
Why dentistry? I got interested in dentistry at an early age. My mom, now a retired dentist, is my role model. She helped me see the importance of education and serving people. As more research confirm the importance of oral health to overall systemic health, I can’t think of a better profession to be a part of. Why… Read More »
There’s this phenomenon in the local restaurant scene that has caught my attention recently. I’m not sure if it’s always been this way, and I’ve just never noticed, or if it’s a product of a new generation of cooks and restaurant owners. What I’m talking about specifically is the menu language. The use of adjectives and word esthetics… Read More »
When it comes to the early detection of eating disorders, dentists are in a unique position for spotting the early warning signs and referring patients to the proper behavioral health professionals. According to the National Eating Disorders Association, more than 10 million Americans currently are affected by serious eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. These… Read More »
Lucy Hobbs Taylor was the definition of a trailblazer. In 1859, the 26-year-old planned to enroll in medical school. However, after being denied admission on the basis of her gender, she pursued dental school. It took another few years before she was finally admitted to the Ohio College of Dental Surgery, and became the first woman in the… Read More »