Career/Professionals
AOS Membership Is a Great Way To Network With Other Dental Professionals
Key Networking Opportunities Provided by the AOS Networking plays an important role in dental career development. There’s so much to learn from colleagues in the field and experienced professionals who have already faced some of the challenges you’re facing now. Professional networking for dentists allows you to grow your practice and drive your personal growth.…
Read MoreFinancial Planning for New Dentists: 5 Tips To Starting on the Right Foot
How To Set Yourself Up for Financial Success as a New Dentist Becoming a dentist is an exciting and rewarding experience. Unfortunately, it is not without its fair share of challenges. Your first inclination may be to learn additional skills to attract more patients right out of the gate, but you should also consider your…
Read MoreSigns Your Dental Practice Team Is Stressed and Overworked
How To Recognize When Your Dental Practice Team Is Struggling A dental practice is a high-pressure environment, even when everything is going well. So if your team faces additional challenges without the right resources at their disposal, they can quickly become frustrated. This leads to work dissatisfaction, and patient care can suffer as a result.…
Read More5 Stress Management Techniques for Dental Professionals
A Mindful Approach to Stress Management for Dentists Stress can impact even the most seemingly calm and collected dentists. And when it hits, it can wreak havoc on your days—and your nights, too. It can make you feel overwhelmed and irritable. Stress can even make you more likely to get sick from other illnesses and…
Read MorePart 1: Mastering the Art of Dental Practice Success: Building a Solid Foundation
Steps to building a successful dental practice. Achieving success with your dental practice is no small feat. But it’s something you can achieve with the right approach and a little help. In this first entry to our three-part series covering how to master the art of dental practice success, we’ll cover how you can get…
Read MoreSecure Your Financial Future With a Solid Dental Retirement Plan
Building a Solid Financial Foundation The average retirement age for a dentist is 69, according to Dental Economics. This is seven years more than those in other professions. Whether you are nearing retirement or just beginning your career, one of the most important things you can do for your financial future is build a retirement…
Read MorePeace of Mind for Americans: Why Orthodontic Coverage in Dental Insurance is a Priority
Orthodontic Coverage’s Role in Ortho Case Acceptance Those not in the dental or orthodontic profession don’t often realize that nearly 50% of children will need braces to address functional issues like a misaligned bite. Surprisingly, as many as 75% would benefit from braces for a straighter smile and improved facial contours. And as dentists and…
Read MoreWhy You Should Join the American Orthodontic Society
The Power of Orthodontic Community The American Orthodontic Society (AOS) is a group of dedicated professionals who provide unique networking opportunities, exclusive resources, and comprehensive orthodontics training courses for general dentists. Signing up for AOS membership unlocks many benefits for you and your practice. You may already be familiar with the array of orthodontic training…
Read More5 Key Ways To Increase Job Satisfaction as a Dentist
Dentist job satisfaction exists—but it could be better. An article published in Clinical Dentistry states that 76.6% of dentists express contentment in their careers. However, the pursuit of constant improvement persists, as attaining 100% remains a worthy aspiration. Acknowledging the reality of burnout despite statistics, this article will equip dentists with practical strategies to elevate…
Read More10 Key Tips on Relating to the Parents of Your Pediatric Dental Patients
Improving Parent-Dentist Relationships When providing treatment in pediatric dentistry, communicating with the parents can be just as important as communicating with the patients themselves. Proper pediatric dental care calls for parent involvement, but doing so isn’t always easy. Follow these tips to improve the parent-dentist relationships at your practice. 1. Establish a comfortable, welcoming environment.…
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