August 2022
Stories from the issue
Dr. Shepley will take office at SmileCon in Houston Oct. 18
Association offers resources to help dentists uphold the Americans with Disabilities Act for accessible dental care
Oct. 13, 14 courses also offer networking opportunities
Visit the Dental Podcast and Influencer Hub for a unique experience
Eight states notch victories in 2022
Leland Melvin shares story of perseverance to inspire positive change
Hands-on activities help participants learn, hone new skills
Goal is to draw, accommodate international, Spanish-speaking dental community
Dentists say working at dental schools offers rewards from shaping next generation of profession
Series features some of the industry's most sought-after speakers, influencers in dental education
Astronaut will serve as keynote speaker for session, emceed by member dentist
Opening Session will highlight member stories, honor award winners
Online resource makes it easy to apply for jobs, employers to list positions
Four pre-show, three live and one post-show digests scheduled to deploy
New bill seeks to bolster recruitment, retention of VA workforce
Donations accepted in person, online
Domenick T. Zero, D.D.S., studies caries formation, prevention
Disease can spread through respiratory secretions at close range
Government, ADA resources can help dental professionals stay vigilant
Dental Central spot features curated CE, fun activities designed for dental team members
Practice schedules, recruitment needs remain steady
Programming geared toward younger dentists to focus on networking, mental health
SmileCon attendees can participate in charitable activities
Conversations can minimize cost-related barriers to care
Dental Team Hub includes courses, social activities for staff
Host city Houston is one of most diverse in U.S.
Deadline is Oct. 18, program offers funding to train dental residents
Member dentists can receive up to 30% off select Lenovo products
State's 2022-23 budget includes $50M for special health care needs patients, $10M to develop dental student clinical rotations
Offering will stream Aug. 31
ADA council: Contracts affect your bottom line, so read them carefully
Guide includes a self-assessment checklist of current infection control practices
E. Dianne Rekow, D.D.S., Ph.D., died Aug. 11