From helping dental patients understand risk factors and preventative measures, to supporting dentists in their efforts to save lives through early detection, the American Dental Association, ADA offers valuable resources during Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Statistics from organizations such as... CONTINUE READING
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
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 inform dentists on ways they can reduce opioid abuse, educate patients... 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
How to simultaneously earn a dental degree and a Master of Public Health degree. How to find a professional mentor in a new community. How not to waste four years of your life buying the wrong dental practice. Incisal Edge magazine 40 Under 40 honoree Dr. Shalom Fialkoff discusses dental success... CONTINUE READING
Last year, with the passing of Dr. Bettie R. McKaig, the first female vice president of the American Dental Association on February 3, dentistry lost one of its vibrant leaders. Her momentous firsts for women in the profession on international, national and regional levels offer even more... CONTINUE READING
"Barrier breaker." In 2019, The Washington Post aptly described the first woman and first African American to serve as president of the American College of Dentists. Dr. Joan Bluitt Foster, 1938 - 2019 (Photo courtesy The Island Funeral Home) Dr. Juliann Bluitt Foster "served as a role model...... CONTINUE READING
Marko Vujicic presents data in the hopes of illuminating possibility and affecting positive change in dentistry. He also is not afraid to admit he's gained insight from Disney's Frozen. In his discussion with Rick Cohen on Benco Dental’s Driving Dentistry Forward podcast he shares thoughts on... CONTINUE READING
Incisal Edge magazine's fourth annual rundown of our profession’s heaviest hitters has never been more fraught, because the industry has never faced anything quite like this pandemic. From legislators to legends, international dentists to industry icons, Incisal Edge's 32 Most Influential... CONTINUE READING
The American Dental Association is committed to helping the dental community navigate the unprecedented crisis of COVID-19. Their most up-to-date information regarding can be found at ADA.org/virus. On March 20, 2020, the ADA teamed with leading infection control experts from the... CONTINUE READING
