Professional Development

Dental team members should know what their career goals are for the coming year, how to reach them, and what their employer can do to help them achieve those goals.

Heading to the sunny shores of Aruba in February 2024, Clinician’s Choice will host industry experts and dentists for continuing education courses on all things restorative dentistry.

Burnout, stress, and injuries are all too common in the dental hygiene profession.

Dental professionals have more options than ever when it comes to their dental career path. Here is a look at just some of the options available in the industry.

Breath has more impact on stress and life than we realize, and sometimes the key to de-stressing can be simply changing the way we breathe.

Artificial intelligence is finding a place in everything these days, and it's important for dental hygienists to see the ways it can help them care for, and connect with patients.

Hiring a temporary dental staff member to get through busy times and vacations this summer might seem daunting. Here’s a look at how you can make this arrangement work for you and the temporary as efficiently as possible.

Hygienists are at a heightened risk for musculoskeletal disorders due to the nature of the profession, but there are ways to prevent or decrease the risk of suffering later. Here are 6 tips on how.

Leading DSO introduces Heartland Dental University (HDU) to provide a comprehensive education platform.

Most of us have two of them! Our feet take us where we want to go, so let's discuss the importance of taking care of our feet and how they affect our overall health.

In this episode of Mastermind, host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, is joined by father-daughter duo Rick Adelstein, DDS, and dental resident Melanie Adelstein to discuss the problems they encounter in daily practice and how to tackle them. [23 minutes]

Dental students take home the prize for esthetic restorations courtesy of Dentsply Sirona’s Global Clinical Case Contest.

Kelly Tanner, PhD, RDH, and Tina Clarke, RDH, MEd, share their experiences attending the recent American Dental Hygienist Association ADHA23 annual conference in Chicago. The event was a celebration of the 100th anniversary of the ADHA. [4 Minutes]

These winners are being recognized for their leadership and compassion in the dental space.

Potential employers don’t want to hear certain things from applicants during the interview process, so be cautious about oversharing.

These solutions support your health and practice and can lead to career longevity for hygienists.

In the hustle of everyday practice, passion for the profession can get lost in the mix. It’s important to take stock and find that passion once again for the sake of the practice and the patients.

Join host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S, Chad Duplantis, DDS, Jeff Rohde, DDS, and Lenroy Jones, DTM, discuss racial disparities in hiring at dental practices and what the industry can do to address this issue. [30 minutes]

Drug interactions are well understood, however, with a rise in patients taking supplements for various conditions, we are now beginning to evaluate adverse effects and interactions associated with these supplements. This month, the Sanders Sisters talk all things 'drugs' with pharmacist Tom Viola.

Externships allow dental students to complete rotations and gain real-world experience at Aspen Dental practices.

BIOLASE’s new education center will provide clinicians and dental professionals with hands-on training on all things dental lasers.

The new partnership is designed to help dental hygienists cover membership dues and health care expenses.

Join Sonya Dunbar, the Geriatric Toothfairy as the Sanders Sisters reflect on the importance of supporting our seniors in their dental health care needs.

Dental hygienists can often be the first line of defense in early detection of certain conditions in patients. In this first part of a 2 part series, Brandi Hooker Evans talks about best practices for spotting trouble at the start.

Chief Dental & Technology Editor John Flucke, DDS, shares what he has learned and why he is so passionate about this profession.

Dentsply Sirona has launched a free, online kit to help dental professionals become more sustainable in their everyday practice.

Join host Lisa Newburger, LISW-S and Rick Adelstein, DDS, as they discuss artificial intelligence in dentistry and its various applications. [20 minutes]

From digital dental assistants to at-home monitoring, artificial intelligence can enhance both the patient and provider experience.

This live webinar hosted by Dr Nekky Jamal will cover all things artificial intelligence as a tool for extractions and will offer 1 CE credit.

Reflecting on your own outlook can help you in a lot of ways, as well as realizing that your negativity is counterproductive.