Breathing is automatic, but that does not mean we always breathe optimally. For people who habitually breathe through their mouths, switching to nasal breathing is not as simple as being told to “close your mouth.” If nasal breathing feels difficult, the...
Informed consent is often viewed as a routine part of patient care, but it is far more than obtaining a signature before treatment. True informed consent is an ongoing conversation that establishes expectations, communicates risks, and defines the scope of care. As...
Day to day, dentistry is practiced within the physical office setting. Yet one of the most underserved populations exists outside these walls: older adults in long-term care settings. As highlighted by geriatric oral health advocate Sonya Dunbar, oral health in aging...
As dentists, we spend years developing our clinical skills and striving for excellence in patient care. Yet, many of us quickly realize that running a successful dental practice requires a completely different skill set. Leadership, communication, and business...
In dentistry, success is often measured through familiar metrics such as production and the number of new patients entering the practice. While these indicators are important, many dentists eventually reach a point where they begin asking a deeper question. How do I...
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders remain one of the most misunderstood areas in dentistry, despite their significant impact on patients’ overall health. As dental professionals, we tend to focus on cavities, gum disease, and oral infections simply because these...
