Perspective
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This past April (2024), a few of us traveled to Utah on a trip that would prove transformative. My dental assistants, Katie and Whitney, and I embarked on a journey to learn from the renowned Dr. Judson Wall, a titan in biological dentistry. But this trip held an unexpected twist that most CE courses don’t. […]
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Remember that unexpected ride into biological dentistry I told you about? The Netflix documentary, the late-night phone call, and the eye-opening conference? (If you missed it, catch up here.) But that was just the beginning. What really cemented my belief in this approach wasn’t a textbook or a lecture – it was a deeply personal […]
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The sharp, metallic feeling of mercury hung in the air as I grudgingly prepared another amalgam filling. My hands moved mechanically, but my conscience was in turmoil. Here I was, a dental student, being required to use a material that felt fundamentally wrong. My mind whispered, “This can’t be the best we can do.” I’d […]
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Who is this guy? Simply put, I am a superhero. Yes, so now you think I am also a crazy whacko. That’s fair, but hear me out for a bit and let me spit you some facts (pun 100% intended)… Although largely preventable, dental decay and periodontal disease are two of the most common chronic […]
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Wait, isn’t the saying “A wolf in sheep’s clothing?” Yes, it is. It comes from the Book of Matthew, where Jesus says “Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves” (Matthew 7:15, NIV). But I have begun to realize dentists are not what many people […]
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What we’ve learned in the first month of owning a dental clinic: Impromptu grand openings are the best kind. On April 29 Think Iowa City hosted the inaugural CRANDIC marathon/half marathon. As soon as we heard about this and saw that the half marathon was starting near the office, we felt we wanted to be […]
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Dental insurance plays a big role in how people obtain dental treatment. I strongly feel my patients deserve the best possible care. In an effort to maintain that high quality of care, I want to share a few truths about your dental insurance. TRUTH #1: Dental insurance has never been, and never will be, a pay-all service. The insurance […]
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I know misinformation is scary. Which is why it’s more important than ever for our biological dental office to stay on top of the research and the science. These terms have made it hard for us to know who to trust and yet we hear them daily. How do you decipher what sources are reputable, […]
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Things that are risky: driving to work, going to the beach, riding a bike, getting a puppy, having a kid, riding an elephant, investing in the stock market, opening a business, working with someone you love. When you really think about it, nearly every decision we make can have a varying degree of risk. Let […]
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Thanksgiving is just around the corner and it has me thinking, what is the difference between being grateful and being thankful? Is there a reason we call it Thanksgiving and not Gratefulgiving? Different words, same idea, slightly different meaning… at least that’s what I have read. Not interesting to you? Perfect, skip down to the […]
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