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Message from the ADA President: A Year of Building Our Cathedral - Together
No full textA message from ADA President Brett Kessler, D.D.S., reflecting on the 2025 year at the ADA
MDA Services: 4 Reasons to Call in the Embezzlement Protection and Investigation Professionals
No full textWith over 50% of dentists experiencing embezzlement, often due to over-trusting staff with financial tasks, the MDA endorses Prosperident for protection and investigation. Four reasons to seek their help include: inheriting an office manager who knows more about the practice management software than the new owner; financial reports showing income is lower than expected based on patient volume; identifying red flags such as an employee refusing vacation or cross-training; and needing proactive strategies to protect cash flow. The average loss is about 1,500 First Look service to covertly review records and identify anomalies, providing evidence needed for prosecution
Staff Matters: How to Get Creative with Staff Benefit Offerings
No full textSmall practices must be intentional and creative with benefits to distinguish themselves in the competitive labor market. Strategies include offering Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) or covering dental/vision care. Work-life balance benefits are highly valued, such as flexible scheduling, additional paid time off beyond the state-mandated Earned Sick Time Act, or time off for birthdays. Practices should consider financial wellness options like retirement savings plans or student loan repayment assistance. Professional development, like covering certifications and offering mentorship, is crucial. Using platforms like TASC or Fringe to provide flexible lifestyle benefits allows employees to choose perks that matter most to them
The Case for Credentialing Dental Assistants
No full textCredentialing dental assistants is presented as a method to enhance productivity and address workforce shortages; currently, only about 15% of Michigan dental assistants are Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs). A case study at Thunder Bay Community Health Service, an FQHC in Northern Michigan, illustrates success, where RDAs perform expanded functions—like placing restorations and monitoring nitrous oxide—boosting clinic productivity by 16%. The clinic supports its dental assistants by covering education and exam expenses and providing study time during work hours. This investment improves job satisfaction, confidence, morale, and patient communication among staff, strengthening employee retention
A Message from the President
No full textA regular column from the president of the Ninth District of New York bringing the latest news to the membership
ADA News - 01/06/2025
No full textEstablished in 1970 as the official newspaper of the American Dental Association, the ADA News serves practicing dentists and others allied to the dental profession in the U.S. and internationally. It is the No. 1 source of news and information about the many benefits and services the ADA delivers to members daily as well as timely information on scientific, social, political and economic developments affecting dentistry and health care
Artificial Intelligence Will Never Feel What We Feel
No full textThe editorial discusses the fundamental difference between human emotions and artificial intelligence, using The Jetsons character Rosie as a metaphor. While acknowledging AI\u27s superior performance in certain tasks and its growing industry presence, the author emphasizes that AI lacks true feelings and cognitive common sense. The piece argues that while AI is a valuable tool for enhancing productivity and bridging skill gaps, it should be embraced as an aid rather than a replacement for human emotional intelligence
Take the Fear Away: Effective Management of Traumatic Dental Injuries
No full textThe International Association of Dental Traumatology (IADT) guidelines provide valuable, evidence-based recommendations for dental teams treating traumatic dental injuries (TDI) in children in adolescents. This article highlights key principles for emergency care, injury stabilization, pulp therapy, and patient communication, emphasizing the importance of staying informed on evolving best practices to improve outcomes for young patients
SFDDA Newsletter Fall 2022
No full textSFDDA Newsletter includes regular columns with regional news impacting the South Florida District membership including: columns from the President and editor, feature articles relating to the field of dentistry, association events and upcoming activities, component news, continuing education opportunities, and classifieds
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Dentists: Habit 7 Sharpen the Saw
No full textSeries based on Steven Covey\u27s The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People seeks to inspire and guide readers on their journey to personal and professional excellence. This article focuses on the seventh habit of ongoing self-renewal