When Martha Somerman, DDS, Ph.D. accepted the job as director of the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research in 2011, as the organization's first female in that role, she described it as “tremendously exciting” to “lead an entire field of scientific research.” Ten years... CONTINUE READING
In less than one month, nominations will close for the Incisal Edge Design Competition for dental practices. The nation's premier dental magazine offers architects, interior designers, and dentists across the U.S. an opportunity to gain national recognition for their award-winning offices in three... CONTINUE READING
During National Dental Hygiene Month, the importance of preventative care -- and the talented professionals who provide it -- deserve plenty of attention. Below, find details about contests, awards, podcasts and awareness efforts taking place throughout October. 1. 'In Good Hands' Rewards... CONTINUE READING
Annually, Benco Dental’s Lucy Hobbs Project recognizes women in dentistry for excellence in six categories. Each award winner demonstrates innumerable qualities of the project’s namesake, Dr. Lucy Hobbs Taylor, who earned her dental degree in 1866, advancing equality for her gender. She defied... CONTINUE READING
Ideas, advice and award winners arrive in one glamorous package with the fall issue of the only dental magazine that continually tracks the nation’s top practitioners. Beginning with a Philadelphia-skyline-inspired portrait, Incisal Edge introduces '40 Under 40' young dentists, 2021 recipients... CONTINUE READING
The American Dental Association Celebrates National Recovery Month A webinar series in support of opioid education for dentists is just one way the American Dental Association (ADA) helps combat the opioid crisis during September, National Recovery Month. Hosted by various speakers, webinars... CONTINUE READING
A ride-share during Hispanic Heritage Month charged my trajectory . It happened on my way to a new dentist social held through the local dental society. I am very social and extroverted by nature, so I decided to take a ride-share and enjoy the evening. I grew up in a large Mexican family with... CONTINUE READING
For dentistry, National Hispanic Heritage Month inspires celebrations hosted by the Hispanic Dental Association (HDA), according to its President Rosa Chaviano Moran DMD, FICD. In this article, learn about two National Hispanic Heritage Month events in dentistry taking place between now and... CONTINUE READING
Talk about an inclusive opportunity. With their new contest called Smile Tank, the ADA invites dentists to help make their profession more inclusive and diverse. In theme with the "Shark Tank" TV show, top ideas will be pitched and winners rewarded. Dentists can enter the contest... CONTINUE READING
Dentists who want to gain advanced training on scanning, design and printing should attend a one-day Digital Dentistry Bootcamp on October 8 in Boston. During the workshop, Dr. Andrew L. Reingold will help dentists master a 3D printing workflow in a hands-on format. Also, representatives from... CONTINUE READING