Next Gen of the Month is a monthly Q&A with a dental student or new dentist where we ask them about their experiences and accomplishments thus far in their dentistry journey. Why did you decide to pursue dentistry? From an early age, I knew I wanted to pursue a healthcare-related occupation. Most people I connect … Read more
Life can be unexpected, and that’s not always a bad thing. I have always wondered: Am I in the right career? Did I make the right choice? What do I want for the future, and what’s best for me? I still think about these an awful lot. I always wanted to be in the medical/ … Read more
Many successful dentists begin their journey at an international accredited program. What’s often misunderstood is the cost and time associated with pursuing an out-of-country education overseas. It should come as no surprise that the cost is great but the outcome is equally so. Many students who attend these universities do so without much financial assistance … Read more
My journey into dentistry was far from conventional. Compared to other undergraduate students who remained dedicated to their pursuit of well-defined career goals, I found myself unsure of the path I wanted to take. As I entered the final year of my HBSc Chemistry degree, I decided to pursue a master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, a … Read more
After graduating, I couldn’t wait to start doing dentistry without my instructors looking over my shoulder. I wanted to get better and faster, pay off my debt, get married, buy a house, get a dog and start a family. Within three years, I did all of that, but it wasn’t a dream come true. I hated … Read more
Over the last few decades, clinic ownership within dentistry has changed drastically. The dental clinic of yesteryear, offering a model of solo practitioner along with an associate or two, has taken a back seat within the industry. Driving this change are younger dentists that wish to have more mentorship with colleagues and want to avoid … Read more
The path from student to professional in the dynamic world of dentistry is often marked by various experiences and unexpected twists. Meet Dr. Kristina Carnogursky, a Canadian dental graduate from the University of Toronto whose career has taken an exciting turn as she now practices dentistry in the sunshine state of Florida. Kristina’s story exemplifies … Read more
Imagine a bustling floor, advanced techniques on display, and vendors from all corners of the country showcasing the best-in-the-industry tech and dental stories. That vibrant scene rushes to my mind when reminiscing about my first dental conference. The energy, excitement, and the spirit of learning create an atmosphere that words can hardly capture. Back in … Read more
Networking within the dental industry while in your program and/or early in associateship dramatically affects your career trajectory. A common misnomer perspective of young dentists is to complete your program, accept a job, and live happily ever after. Unfortunately, for most of you it won’t be that easy. Problems at the start of your career … Read more
Once upon a time, in a bustling dental school at Western University (London, ON), a group of ambitious and forward-thinking dental students found themselves eager to start exploring life after dental school. This coincided with the COVID-19 pandemic and reminded them how integral proficiency in the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, business, and innovation is for people … Read more
Established in 2017, the Federation of Canadian Dentistry Student Associations (FCDSA) plays a pivotal role in uniting the voices of over 2000 dental students across Canada. The FCDSA is the organization that brings together the student associations of each of the ten accredited Canadian DDS/DMD programs. Embodying a commitment to advocacy, education, and community, FCDSA … Read more
Rachael Strauss, The Pink Hygienist, was still attending dental hygiene school at NYU when suppliers began giving free samples to her class. And she discovered other unique products when attending dental conferences shortly thereafter. If Strauss had never seen these products before, she knew dental patients hadn’t either. “Dental hygienists are taught that the way … Read more
Next Gen of the Month is a monthly Q&A with a dental student or new dentist where we ask them about their experiences and accomplishments thus far in their dentistry journey. Why did you decide to pursue dentistry? I found my way into dentistry from a place of need – I was a four-year-old child … Read more
As longtime readers of Oral Health know, it has always been our mission to serve dental professionals and their team members across Canada with the very best editorial content. Starting out in 1911, under the leadership of Dr. Wallace Secombe, Oral Health was digest-sized, printed in black and white on newsprint type paper and consisted … Read more
NYU College of Dentistry is introducing a bachelor of science (BS) in dental hygiene with a new concentration in dental science, preparing students for careers as healthcare providers and providing a pathway for those interested in applying to dental school or other graduate health programs. This new degree concentration will follow a rigorous curriculum that includes science, math, … Read more
Dr. Leigha Rock, director of the School of Dental Hygiene at Dalhousie University, is advocating for more awards for the dental hygiene students and an increase in sums. Dalhousie recently reported that the annual scholarships have been generating the same amount of funds for the last 25 years, not adjusting to match the economic times. … Read more
Recognizing that artificial intelligence could lead to earlier diagnosis of oral diseases and put more tools in the hands of patients, the majority of dental practices, dental schools, oral health researchers, and policymakers are rapidly positioning themselves to evolve with the dawning AI movement in oral health care. Experts shared these insights and more at … Read more
The University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry is collaborating with Stanford University on an ambitious program aimed at bridging the gap between biomedical research and clinical practice. A $3.8 million grant was recently awarded by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research of the National Institutes of Health to fund … Read more
For Ivoclar, supporting universities and their students is an essential part of the company’s philosophy. Over the summer of 2023, Ivoclar invited the next generation of dental professionals to eight different Ivoclar Academy centers across the globe: An educational Summer School program offering supplemental learning opportunities. Ivoclar’s Summer School program included product training, lectures by … Read more
The best advice comes from people who have lived it, so we asked a few of our editorial board members to share their words of wisdom as you embark upon your dental career. Gary Glassman, DDS, FRCD(C) Congratulations on your graduation and entering the world of dentistry! Here are some words of wisdom to help … Read more