Amisha Singh

Amisha Singh

Dr. Amisha Singh is a Denver native and loves living in beautiful Colorado. She founded a scratch start dental practice, Smile Always Dental, in Parker, CO. While in dental school, she was the founder of the first diversity-oriented, nationally-based organization in the school and her passion for organized dentistry continues. She is now an active member of the ADA, CDA, and MDDS. She serves on the CDA House of Delegates, on the ADA Dental Wellbeing Advisory Committee, and on the MDDS and CDA Membership Councils. She is the CDA New Dentist Committee Chair for Colorado. She is also a blogger and professional speaker who works with IgniteDDS to inspire other dental professionals and provide the resources to be the best clinicians possible. She writes for numerous publications, serves on the junior editorial board for Dental Entrepreneur Women’s magazine, the Dental Economics Editorial Advisory Board, and as co-editor of the MDDS Articulator. She is the AVID Healthcare Liaison for Denver Public Schools and teaches a success series integrated into the curriculum of underprivileged middle school youth to aspire them to careers in healthcare. She was also a workforce diversity consultant for the Colorado Department of Public Health and worked to help recruit underrepresented minorities to the professions of dentistry and medicine. She also serves as an ADA Success Speaker, participates in the ADA Institute of Diversity in Leadership, and is the founder of the CDA Diversity in Leadership program. She was recognized as one of the 2018 10 Under 10 Top ADA Dentists nationally. She also believes in innovation and serves her profession as a DMG Young Key Opinion Leader. Her passion is encouraging entrepreneurial spirit, inspiring others and she wants to dedicate her life to helping make dentists and patients alike be better, healthier, more empowered people. When not practicing dentistry, she loves to get lost in a good book, cook, and do all things creative.

Lit leadership lessons: Let’s talk about perspective

Why? It’s a question we often ask, but without perspective, we will never know the answer, writes Dr. Amisha Singh.

Read More
Fence

Lit leadership lessons: How dental professionals can honor boundaries

Dr. Amisha Singh discusses why setting boundaries is so important for dental professionals and how it can improve health.

Read More
Leadership can involve failure

Embracing Failure to Adopt Everyday Innovation

An important lesson in leadership? Understanding that it’s OK to fail if you’re learning from your mistakes and moving forward.

Read More
A leadership table

Dealing with Imposter Syndrome in Your Dental Career

By: Amisha Singh, DDS Leadership. You have heard the word, and maybe even understand the importance for…

Read More

Guiding Patients with Empathy & Purpose: Your Blueprint for Leadership in Dentistry

By Dr. Paul Henny, DDS | September 29, 2025

By: Paul Henny, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Henny granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Effective leadership in dentistry isn’t just about clinical excellence—it’s also about empathy, adaptability, assertiveness, and clear communication. That’s a powerful (and sometimes challenging) combination. In the pressure of a busy practice, it’s easy to default…

Why Your First Block Will Fail & Why That’s OK!

By Michael Eid | September 29, 2025

By: Michael Eid Your first mandibular block probably won’t work — and that’s part of the process. Learning local anesthesia in the clinic is less about perfection and more about troubleshooting, patience, and confidence. Here’s what I learned when I first started anesthetizing.  1. Landmarks Are Everything  Diagrams make it look easy. Real anatomy isn’t…

That’s Not My Job: Why Clear Delegation Matters in Dentistry

By Ronda Holman | September 29, 2025

By: Ronda Holman You’ve probably heard the old story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. A job needed to be done. Everybody thought Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. It’s a cute parable — but in the dental office, it plays out with serious consequences….

Say It So They Get It: How to Talk Dentistry with Patients

By Dr. Clayton Davis, DMD | September 29, 2025

By: Clayton Davis, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. David granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. One of our biggest challenges in dentistry isn’t just diagnosing and treating problems; it’s helping patients understand what’s happening in their mouths and why treatment matters, eventually getting to case acceptance. Clear dentist-patient communication increases…

High Returns, Low Cost: The Power of Internal Marketing in Dentistry 

By Dawn Patrick | September 29, 2025

By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Business Coach and Director of Operations, IgniteDDS  When it comes to growing a dental practice, many doctors jump straight to external marketing — ads, mailers, or social media campaigns. While these have value, the most cost-effective, high-return strategy often starts within your own practice. A structured internal marketing plan can increase…

Adapting to Change in Dentistry is the Key to Career Longevity

By John Cranham, DDS | September 22, 2025

By: John Cranham, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Cranham granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. No matter how many years in practice, dentists never have everything figured out. The things that you are doing now are not going to be right forever. My Advice for Young Dentists My advice to…

The Smart Path to Clinical Competence for Young Dentists

By John Cranham, DDS | September 22, 2025

By: John C. Cranham, DDSThis topic originally appeared on PankyGram.org. Dr. Cranham granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Every hour you invest in your practice is an investment in your future—so choose wisely how you spend it. Many young dentists begin their careers with enthusiasm but find themselves caught in a chaotic,…

Why Strategic Credentialing From the Beginning Can Transform Your Career Earnings

By Angela Holland | September 22, 2025

By: Angela Holland, Founder of Preferred Dental SolutionsInsurance Expert and Strategy Consultant for Dental PracticesPreferredDentalSolutions.com Starting your career as a dentist or as a new practice owner is thrilling – new patients, new relationships, and new possibilities. But there’s one factor that quietly shapes your financial trajectory more than most realize: insurance credentialing. From day…

Learning to Talk Teeth: Why Communication is Your Most Important Skill in Dentistry 

By Michael Eid | September 15, 2025

By: Michael Eid Dental school will teach you how to perform basic dentistry—but one thing that often gets overlooked is how to communicate with patients.  The truth is, patients don’t just buy treatment; they buy trust.  The way you talk to them will make or break whether they accept your recommendations.  Listen First  Most patients…

Chairside Air Abrasion: A Game-Changer in Modern Adhesive Dentistry

By Dr. Lee Ann Brady | September 15, 2025

By: Dr. Lee Ann Brady, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.org, Dr. Brady granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The need for precise, clean tooth preparation methods has increased, especially in adhesive dentistry. One tool that has risen in popularity is chairside air abrasion. Once dismissed due to logistical headaches, this technique…