The New Cosmetic Dentist
I entered dentistry at a time when the profession was already changing. Digital scanners were replacing traditional impressions, patients were arriving with sav
Dr. Crystal Barekzai, DDS · Issue 7 · 2026-05-02
What Social Media Taught Me About Patient Expectations and How It Is Changing Orthodontic Practice
Patients often form expectations about orthodontic treatment long before they enter the clinic. Increasingly, those expectations are shaped by what they see on
Dr. Tamara Alqazaha · Issue 5 · 2026-03-03
The Weight of Transformation: Ethical Responsibility in High-Acuity Dentistry
Full-arch reconstruction and high-acuity procedures are irreversible interventions — and the ethical burden of that weight is often underdiscussed.
Dr. Porchia James · Issue 6 · 2026-03-01
The Mental Shift The Empathetic Executive: Leading with Mental Health in Mind
Mental health is central to modern leadership. Empathetic managers shape culture, reduce stress, and help teams thrive by creating safe, supportive workplaces w
Jean Carter · Issue 4 · 2026-02-16
Embracing Green Dentistry: A Sustainable Revolution in Oral Care
The beauty of science lies in its constant evolution. As we explore new frontiers, emerging evidence reshapes our understanding and moves us closer to better pr
Dr. Ellie Halabian · 2025-12-19
Upholding Ethical Standards in Dental Care Amid Policy Changes
As dental professionals, we adhere to a code of ethics that prioritizes patient autonomy, confidentiality, societal trust, and equitable care distribution. Howe
Brittany Cox · 2025-12-03
Humanization in Healthcare and Dentistry: The Unpaid Debt
Humanization in healthcare is a concept that goes beyond addressing patients’ needs from a purely technical standpoint. It also encompasses kindness within heal
Dr. Andrea Basualdo Allende · 2025-08-22
Buy Now, Pay Later: The Price We Pay to Become a Dental Hygienist
Do you remember life before and during dental hygiene school? If you ask most dental hygienists, they will tell you those were some of the most difficult times
Dana Paladino, BS, BSDH, MS · 2025-08-21
Is Dental Insurance a Source of Problems, Frustration, or Stress for Your Dental Practice?
Dental insurance often presents challenges that can overwhelm dental practices—from delayed reimbursements to claim denials. The complexities of dental billing
Shelbey Arevelo, BCPA · 2025-08-08
Silent Behaviors, Loud Truths: The Role of the Dentist in Münchausen Syndrome by Proxy
Factitious Disorder Imposed on Another (FDIA)—formerly known as Münchausen Syndrome by Proxy—is a form of abuse in which a caregiver deliberately induces, falsi
Dr. Andrea Basualdo Allende · Issue 2 · 2025-07-31
The Return to Joy: Why Two Dental Industry Veterans Are Building the Alternative to Private Equity
Eric Roman and Josey Sewell on building a different model for dental practice — rooted in sustainable growth and genuine care.
Eric Roman & Josey Sewell · Issue 3 · 2024-09-01
Tooth Booth Tennessee: A New Model for Community Centered Oral Health Education
A state-funded oral health education initiative delivering free video training for caregivers of adults with disabilities in Tennessee.
Chris Snyder · Issue 3 · 2024-09-01
What a Mazda Taught Me About Healthcare
Dr. Suzie Bergman shares how a car accident led her to TMD treatment and a career advocating for integrated dental and medical care.
Dr. Suzie Bergman, DDS, FTMJF · Issue 1 · 2023-10-01
The Allergy Surge: Are Dental Clinics Ready to Handle Anaphylaxis?
Amie Granger walks through how to recognise, respond to, and prevent anaphylaxis in the dental setting.
Amie Granger, RDH · Issue 1 · 2023-10-01
The Harmony of the Dental Ecosystem: Lessons in Leadership
Rachel Sanner draws leadership lessons from the natural harmony of teeth — how every role in a dental practice mirrors the function of every tooth.
Rachel Sanner, RDA, SOA · Issue 1 · 2023-10-01