Dentists have more options than ever for how they want to work. From choosing what type of practice you want to join to what expanded services you wish to offer, your career path has many exciting options! More and more, dentists now have amazing flexibility in their schedules, too. Have you thought about whether you want to … Continued
As a dentist, you have the expertise to diagnose dental pathology, create an appropriate treatment plan, and execute treatment. Your patients trust you. They trust you to know what you’re doing and to give them the best information so they can take an active role in their dental health. Sometimes, your patient will need complex … Continued
Most of us are aware that the shape of work is changing. For many industries, work-from-home arrangements that started during COVID-19 appear to be on the way to becoming permanent. From better technology to a cultural shift with younger people joining the workforce, the old way of doing things is falling by the wayside. While … Continued
Clinical autonomy is one of the keystones of good clinical practice. Protecting autonomy means ensuring all treatment decisions are made with the full understanding of all potential options without feeling cornered or coerced. Additionally, autonomy is just as important for dentists as it is for patients! Therefore, you must understand what factors might stand in … Continued
Oral surgery is a fantastic specialty. Oral surgeons are among the most highly-trained, advanced practitioners in the dental industry. As an oral surgeon, your education goes well beyond strictly dental concerns. You can potentially change your patients’ lives in ways other dental specialists can’t. However, operating a solo oral surgery practice can present challenges even the best … Continued
For soon-to-be or recent dental school grads with aspirations beyond the typical scope of most dental specialties, oral and maxillofacial surgery jobs (OMFS) might be an enticing prospect. Many people associate OMFS with routine surgical interventions like wisdom tooth extractions that can’t be handled in a general dental environment. While extractions can undoubtedly be a … Continued
Pediatric dentistry can be a great career choice for many reasons. Beyond the potential financial benefits and job security of pediatrics as a specialty, many dentists are attracted to what they assume will be a fun, easy work environment. But what does a pediatric dentist’s work environment really look like? Working with Kids Can Be a … Continued
Your dental school education will prepare you to work with kids. Many general dentists go into family practice and split their time between adults and pediatric patients, making for a varied mix throughout the day. However, if your pediatric rotation calls you, consider specializing. Here is a run-down of the requirements to become a pediatric dentist and … Continued
Have you considered pediatrics as a career path? Working with kids can be an intimidating prospect for some inexperienced dentists. Whether you pursue a pediatric specialty or choose a path in family dentistry, you will unlikely go your entire career without treating kids. However, for some new dentists, working with children is an appealing goal … Continued
Here at Community Dental Partners, we want to build teams of energetic clinicians with positive attitudes and excellent technical skills. Most importantly, we are looking for doctors who understand what it takes to be true leaders in their immediate practice and the industry. Check out these 10 essential skills for CDP dentists to see if … Continued