LIFESTYLE
2024-08-01
The Modern Dentist: Essential Exercise Programs to Prevent Occupational Pain
Dental professionals often suffer from aches and pains due to long hours and repetitive motions. Learn how a targeted exercise routine can help manage pain, avoid extended therapy, and keep your career pain-free. Our article covers common pain sources and offers a home exercise regimen to relieve discomfort and build endurance in the neck, back, and hands.
2023-06-06
Why Do Some People Have to Be Difficult?
I don’t know about you, but as a dentist, I catch myself focusing on the negative. It is a common human trait, but I believe our education enhances this tendency. Dentists are used to fixing problems, so we are trained to seek out the problems.
2022-05-29
I Didn’t Go to Dental School to be on Instagram
Social media can be a powerful tool, and you don’t have to be an “influencer” to benefit.
2022-04-11
Is Dentistry Still a Profession Worth Pursuing?
This question continues to echo behind the scenes. Given all the challenges, emotions and perceptions, what can we hold on to that ensures us our chosen profession still offers a viable, rewarding and lucrative path for the future?
2022-04-09
Competitive Kayaking with Dr. Istvan Urban
Dr. Urban’s love of nature and adventure have kept him kayaking since he was 11 years old.
2022-04-07
Tailor-Made: How Pastelli Turned Dental Clothing into High Fashion
For Gianna Pamich, president of Italian dental clothing company Pastelli, creating elegant, comfortable, and functional dental clothing isn’t just another job—it’s in her blood.
2022-04-05
H20 Vertical or Horizontal with Dr. Taite Anderson
Frozen or liquid. Fresh or salt. Warm or cold. Dr. Taite Anderson’s favorite hobby is water.
2022-04-03
For The Love Of The Game: Dr. Jeff Gray, Espire Dental, San Diego
Dr. Gray has had an amazing career that’s included forming a foundation that’s raised millions for children’s charities and partnering with one of his musical heroes, Garth Brooks, on another—and it all ties back to his love for baseball.
2022-04-01
Motorbiking with Dr. Céline Higton
Dr. Higton loves the thrill of the ride and describes how this somewhat dangerous hobby compares to dentistry.
2022-03-26
If the Boot Fits
“I’m proud of the family tradition. I really am. So I like showing them off and of course, when people see a dental theme on the boots, that’s a great conversation starter.”
2022-03-18
Diving With the Sharks and More with Prof. Massimo Simion
Prof. Massimo Simion’s passion for nature and photography has taken him all over the world, even putting him in some dangerous situations.
2022-03-14
Dr. Nick Fahey Catches His Shark—On a Fly Rod
Dr. Fahey wins an epic battle with a nearly 200-pound shark.
2021-10-30
Focusing on Mom: How to Comfort Fearful Parents
How pediatric dentists can put parents at ease while also learning from their concerns.
2021-10-28
The Need for Speed with Dr. Filippo Caliceti
How driving race cars helps one dentist relax.
2021-10-26
Skydiving with Dr. Leandro Velasco
Dr. Velasco tells us why he loves skydiving and how it helps him relax.
Learn New Ways to Talk to Patients
Sales can be a dirty word in dentistry, but it doesn’t have to be. Dr. Bao-Tran Nguyen, co-founder of Fast Growth Practice, tells us about her approach to marketing that will actually get you excited about…shh… sales.
Why You Shouldn't be Afraid of Dental Implants
A fortuitous presentation by Nobel changed the way Dr. Christian Yaste looked at dentistry forever, but it would take almost 20 years to incorporate implants into his practice.
Introducing Dentists to Ceramic Implants
Dr. Sammy Noumbissi changed the game decades ago by adding ceramic implants to his repertoire. Tune in as he goes through the protocol he uses to determine if his patient is the right fit for ceramic implants.