Becoming a dentist means seeking to be a lifelong learner. This is not only because of the ever-changing nature of dentistry, but every state dental board has continuing education requirements to renew your license each renewal period.

This article contains excerpted material fromDecisions in Dentistry.Written by Juan Carlos Ortiz Hugues, DDS, CEAS, an Endodontist practicing in Panama. He is a...

Community Health Organizations (CHOs) play a pivotal role in offering affordable and accessible healthcare services to underserved populations. Oftentimes, you have a rotational schedule with specialists, such as ENTs, to travel in and out of your facility to offer specialized services to the community.

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) have long presented significant challenges to the well-being and longevity of dentists. In a profession like yours, where long hours are spent performing repetitive movements in a sitting position, your risk of musculoskeletal disorders increases.

In dentistry, where precision and focus are paramount, the chair you sit on might not seem like a big deal. But talk to experienced dentists and specialists, and you’ll quickly realize that having the right chair can make all the difference.

If you’re hearing more about dental microscopes from colleagues and online forums, it’s possible you’ve started considering if this magnification tool is right for you and your practice. Originally most commonly adopted by endodontists and other specialists, dental microscopes rose to prominence over 25 years ago. So why are you hearing more about this technology now than ever before?

The dentistry profession is as rewarding as it is demanding. If you’ve ever heard or seen a doctor forced into early retirement due to discomfort or health, you may be wondering what you can do to avoid this and stay in control of when and how you retire. If you’re a relatively young practitioner, and you’re already visiting a masseuse or chiropractor to manage pain and strain regularly, it may be time to think about ways in particular to proactively get ahead of the pain.

Dental Service Organizations (DSOs) have risen to prominence as efficient management systems that allow dentists to focus solely on clinical practice, leaving administrative and financial responsibilities to the organization. One essential aspect of managing multiple dental practices under a DSO is equipping them with the right technology.

In dentistry, when precision is key, practitioners are often engrossed in their meticulous work, leaning forward, squinting, or sometimes working in uncomfortable postures for extended periods.