Whether you’re new to dentistry or a seasoned veteran, being happy in your career (and your life) is essential to longevity and peace of mind. Take a quick personal assessment: Are you happy? Are you content? Are you stressed? Do you feel valued? Are you a sunny-side up person? Are you a worrier? Do you like what you do? Dental clinicians are in the smile business, but that doesn’t mean they’re immune to the struggles of life. We’ve compiled some great articles from DentistryIQ, RDH, and Dental Economics that have suggestions to help make your life better, so you can…
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Blogger Sampada Deshpande, D.D.S., practices in Bay Area, California. Due to her specialized training, she is often approached for care by patients with special health care needs and medical complexities. Author of the book “Persevering,” Dr. Deshpande earned her dental degree from the University of Washington and completed a general practice residency at Alameda Health System. She founded the educational nonprofit New Dentist Business Club in 2019 and is the product manager for SamsoSmile, an automated insurance verification service. Dr. Deshpande lectures nationally on treating patients with special health care needs in a private practice setting and using portable dentistry.…
Read Time:2 Minute, 52 Second It’s that time of the year again – June is here, and it’s officially Oral Health Month! We’re always excited about spreading the word on the importance of good oral hygiene, and what better time to do it than now? Not only does maintaining good oral health contribute to a winning smile, but it also plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. From preventing cavities to maintaining fresh breath, taking care of our teeth and gums should be a top priority for everyone. So, why is June designated as Oral Health Month, you ask?…
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About the Case The patient, a male in his mid-30s presented to the practice requesting improved aesthetics of the lower anterior teeth. Dark/black triangles had developed after fixed orthodontic treatment implemented to correct moderate to severe anterior crowding of the lower anterior teeth.Initially a referral was made to a periodontist for possible gingival and bone grafting procedures, but it was deemed unpredictable in this case. Other restorative options offered to the patient included indirect restorations; veneers and crowns. These were not a conservative option due to the aggressive nature of the required preparations to achieve the desired aesthetic result. Patient…
As the driving force behind Katy Trail Dental, a general practice in Dallas, TX, Emily Estrella has steered her team toward success and helped their office grow and prosper. Her leadership philosophy, centered on fostering individual growth and cultivating a cohesive team, has not only elevated the practice’s performance but also earned her the admiration of her peers. AADOM has recognized Emily as this year’s 2023 Practice Administrator of the Year, and we’ve invited her to share her dental practice management tips for office efficiencies and team engagement to help you. 1) Have systems in place for each role in…
1. Introduction1.1 These terms and conditions shall govern your use of our website.1.2 By using our website, you accept these terms and conditions in full; accordingly, if you disagree with these terms and conditions or any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use our website.1.3 If you register with our website, submit any material to our website or use any of our website services, we will ask you to expressly agree to these terms and conditions.1.4 Our website uses cookies; by using our website or agreeing to these terms and conditions, you consent to our use of…
Blogger Jarod Johnson, D.D.S., has a private practice in Muscatine, Iowa. Dr. Johnson earned his dental degree from the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics and received advanced training in behavior management, sedation, hospital dentistry, trauma, special health care needs, interceptive orthodontics, space maintenance, oral hygiene and dietary counseling at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine. As dentists, it is important for us to understand mental health illnesses are on a continuum, from mild or none to moderate or severe, and they are diagnosable and treatable health conditions. Everyone has a state of…
Uniforms are a requirement, but managing the program is no one’s full-time job. The tools and experience admins and employees need aren’t available – Until Now. In this QUICKcast, you’ll learn how to remove the logistical burden of managing a uniform program, reduce administrative and capital overhead, and increase patient and employee satisfaction. Course Learning Objectives: Increase patient and employee satisfaction Save your team up to 40 hours a month managing your uniform program Access your exclusive AADOM benefits Sponsored by: TopStitch Scrubs Rob Mossman, Chief Revenue Officer and CEO of TopStitch Scrubs is a software guy focused on reinventing…
Read Time:3 Minute, 20 Second The cost of dental care and loss of dental insurance are having a considerable impact on patients’ decisions about their oral care. This poses a significant financial barrier for patients to receive the care they need at the time they need it. According to a study by the CareQuest Institute for Oral Health in 2022, 43% of American adults claim they avoid dental care because of the cost. In the same year, 38% of American adults lost their dental insurance due to a job loss or change in benefits related to Covid-19. Patterson CarePay+, an…