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
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
Every day, 76,000 lobbyists present issues to the legislative branch of the U.S. government on behalf of public interest, business, equality and justice. How do dentists insure that their voices stand out among the chatter? Mike Graham answers that question in his discussion with Chuck Cohen... CONTINUE READING
Celebrate Dental Health Month with Free ADA Resources. Like most this year, the American Dental Association is already looking towards 2021. In preparation for February’s National Children’s Dental Health Month, the ADA has assembled free resources to help celebrate and educate. This... CONTINUE READING
Dr. Maria Maranga revels in the role of “connector”. Yesterday, the American Dental Association House of Delegates voted the Aquebogue, New York endodontist as its second vice president, and she plans to put that proficiency to work immediately for 163,000 ADA member dentists across the... CONTINUE READING
Do you remember what you did last Thursday? Not so much? That’s because you weren’t listening to the new Driving Dentistry Forward podcast and videocast series. Don’t worry, you didn’t miss it. Today, you can be among the first listeners of this series presented by Benco... 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
Dentists make a difference in the lives of patients every day and Benco Dental is proud to support those efforts. Through the Benco Family Foundation, Benco also supports Dental Lifeline Network (DLN), a 100% dentist-driven volunteer organization serving people with disabilities, the elderly or... CONTINUE READING
One year ago this month, Dr. Emily Ishkanian took the stage at Loews Philadelphia Hotel as one of the six inspirational women honored by the Lucy Hobbs Project in 2017 as the recipient of the Project's Mentor Award. The Henderson, Nevada-based dentist demonstrated commitment to education early,... CONTINUE READING