Are new a recent dental graduate or just generally in need of some words of wisdom? Dr. Howard Glazer shares his top 10 pieces of wisdom as a dentist with 50+ years of experience in the field. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!
Why stop listening to those who discourage you from starting out as a young dentist entrepreneur? Despite what many will tell you, being a young dentist who owns a clinic is not a disadvantage—it is a powerful asset.
One of the trickiest transitions following graduation is managing the relationship with the clinic owner as a fresh-faced associate. Here are three key considerations to support relationships that get off on the right footing.
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. This month we are featuring Liz Worndl, a U of T dentistry graduate, practicing dentist, and recent finalist on MasterChef Canada. Liz brings the same … Read more
If you are a new dentist, this one is for you! Josh Koziebrocki, founder of Koziebrocki Law, breaks down one of the first legal documents you may sign in your career: the principal-associate contract.
In dentistry, one of the most valuable forms of preparation happens outside the classroom. What makes networking so impactful is the diversity of people it brings together.
This month we are featuring Ahmed Fattal, a Dalhousie University graduate, Dental Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces, and co-founder of Spar Wear.
I was unsure of where my career would go and how to direct my life. I wish someone told me that what I was feeling was normal—that I was feeling the new grad blues.
Traditionally, most dentists don’t consider themselves to be sports dentists, but are they ever wrong? Every dentist is a sports dentist. Why do I say that? During the course of your dental career, you will see a wide variety of dental issues, including oral facial trauma. Some of the causes of dental trauma that you … Read more
We know that you want to leave the industry better than when you started. One way that you can do that is by supporting a new approach to feedback that promotes better colleague relationships, lifelong learning, continuous improvement, and effective professional and personal development. As you progress through your career, you will likely become skilled … 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. This month we are featuring Dr. Sep Pouresa, who graduated from McGill University where he was also awarded with the prestigious Lieutenant Governor’s Medal for … Read more
New dentists and dental students, Dr. Aisling Whitaker, CEO of DentalHive, has some advice for you. If you are just beginning your career, finding mentors is an extremely valuable way to grow. So don’t be shy about reaching out! Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every … Read more
Are you preparing to own your first dental practice soon? Sana Arshad, CEO and Founder of ADC CPA, describes the ways you must prepare in regards to your clinical, business, leadership, and practice management skills. Subscribe to Oral Health’s weekly e-newsletter to have the latest episode delivered straight to your inbox every week!
Learn, build your personal “brand,” and add value to the mentor The dental office you currently work for, plan to join after graduation, or aim to start from scratch has its own brand identity. But your practice is not the only one with a distinctive “brand.” What is your personal brand identity? What image or … Read more
It’s an exciting time in my career, as I begin two roles that mean a great deal to me. My name is Daniel Richmond, and I’m honoured to serve as the new editor for the orthodontics edition of Oral Health Journal. At the same time, I’ve recently opened my start-up practice, Kallos Orthodontics—a vision years … Read more
In County Cork, Ireland, where rugged coastlines meet colourful seaside homes and centuries-old charm beckons, a new chapter awaits Carina Almario. Currently an office administrator at Ottawa Dentistry, Almario is preparing for a life-changing academic transition that will take her across the Atlantic this September to pursue her dream of becoming a dentist at University … Read more
Shed imposter syndrome, gain self-confidence! The new and the unknown can be exhilarating, as well as terrifying. Regardless of our backgrounds and professional aspirations, it is normal to question one’s capabilities when first embarking on a career. When patients make comments like “you are too young to be a dentist” and question your abilities from … 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. This month we are featuring Dr. Laura Hildebrandt, instructor at the University of Alberta. Dr. Hildebrandt took part in the University of Alberta’s general practice residency … Read more
Building a legacy with purpose When I think about dentistry, I don’t think about teeth first. I think about people. I think about stories. Every patient who walks through the door carries a life in progress, shaped by resilience, uncertainty, and hope. Some smiles arrive easily. Others are hard-won. Each one holds meaning. I entered … Read more
Imagine stepping out of dental school, full of clinical knowledge, but you’re going into the operatory alone for the first time. The transition from academia to real-world dentistry is thrilling yet daunting, filled with unforeseen challenges in patient management, practice administration, and clinical decision-making. This critical phase, if unsupported, can overwhelm even the most promising … Read more