The DMD Top 5 for the Week Ending August 25, 2017

The five phases of dentistry, software demos and green tea polyphenols: These stories are among the most popular on our website this week. Catch up on what you missed while you were filling cavities.

1. The 5 Stages of Dentistry According to Dr. Abernathy Any career comes with trials and tribulations, and dentistry is no exception. No one knows this better than Dr. Mike Abernathy, who has spun his life experience into a helpful, relatable guide to find happiness and stay motivated in a dental career. Continue below for an adapted excerpt of his book, “The Super General Dental Practice.”

2. For Dentists Picking Health Benefits, Uncertainty Looms The leader of the Michigan Dental Association’s insurance program says employers are facing a tough time in the era of the Affordable Care Act. This is especially the case if they told their employees to buy insurance on the open market. Continue below to find out more.

3. Six Key Questions to Ask During Software Demos Salesmen will be salesmen, so when you have one in your office demonstrating software, be sure to come prepared. ValuePenguin, a product-review website devoted to giving insight to small business owners, provided a series of questions to help you do the most in your research. Continue below to find out more.

4. Set Yourself Up For Financial Success After Graduation Becoming a dentist or medical doctor requires a significant delay to enter the workforce. Choosing to enter into these professions means that earning potential is delayed until around 30 years old. InvestingDoc knows the path to getting established in your career is fraught with debt and feelings of being entitled to luxuries after working hard in school. Continue below to find out how to move past these feelings and pave the way for financial success.

5. Green Tea Polyphenols — A New Treatment for Tooth Sensitivity? Tooth sensitivity is a common complaint amongst patients, and while there are plenty of products on the market, not every patient is able to find a successful solution. Certain compounds found in green tea leaves not only provides a new treatment option, but a more natural one for patients who prefer a more organic approach. Continue below to find out more.