Jennifer Murphy

Jennifer Murphy

Dr. Jennifer Murphy graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2006 from The Ohio State University. She is a member in good standing of the American Dental Association, North Carolina Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Murphy earned her Fellowship from the Academy of General Dentistry in 2021. In addition to practicing general dentistry, she is also a practice coach for Benco Dental.

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Words of Wisdom from Accomplished Dentist: Dr. Alan Stern

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD Dr. Alan G. Stern graduated from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of…

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How to build your brand and reputation as a new dentist

By: Jennifer Murphy Everyone wants to be liked and we all want to be thought of in…

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How to Resign From A Dental Office

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD You’ve been working at an office for a while now and things…

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How to Lead an Old Team as a New Dentist

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD So you’ve graduated dental school, gotten your DDS or DMD degree, and obtained…

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Things to consider when looking for a dental associate position

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD There are many, many factors to consider when looking for your next…

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The Importance of Keeping Proper Dental Records for Every Dentist

By: Jennifer Murphy, DDS, FAGD The title of this article probably brings up a “duh” or “obviously”…

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Why Become a Dentist?

Are you considering becoming a dentist? There certainly are many reasons why one would want to choose dentistry as his or her profession.

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Dental Continuing Education: 10 Websites Where Dentists Can Earn Free CE

Let’s take a look at 10 places on the Web where a dentist can earn free dental continuing education credits any time he or she wants.

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Tips When Looking for a Dental Associate Position

By Dr. Bri Torgerson | August 15, 2023

By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Navigating associate positions can be intimidating. If you’re like me, you can be confused and lost in the vastness of contracts and office nuances that exist for Associate Dentists. I’m excited to walk you through everything I have come across in the many offices I have worked in. I’ll expand on some…

Powerful Connections: How Morning Huddles & Monthly Team Meetings Supercharge Dental Practices

By Dawn Patrick | August 14, 2023

By: Dawn Patrick As a dental practice, the key to success lies not only in providing excellent patient care but also in maintaining efficient operations and fostering a cohesive team environment. Two essential components that contribute to achieving these goals are: These gatherings play a significant role in the overall success of a dental practice…

Dental Fuel Episode 11: Team Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson

By Tanya Sue Maestas, DDS | August 11, 2023

Working in teams can be tough! Shannon Johnson knows the ins and outs of working in a team but also working in a practice alone!  In Dental Fuel Episode 11, Shannon talks about some team mistakes that are commonly made and how she has come to appreciate team members in her practice of dentistry. Shannon…

DDS or MRS: Changing Your Name When You Get Married

By Savanah Craig | August 8, 2023

By: Savannah Craig There are seemingly one million different questions to answer and decisions to be made while planning a wedding. You have to make a decision on everything from what types of flowers you want, to who will be invited. As a dentist, doctor, or someone who holds a professional license or publication you…

How to Bring Connected Dentistry into Your Operatory    

By David Rice | August 7, 2023

By: A-dec Connected products are virtually everywhere you look: from fitness trackers to digital doorbells to smart refrigerators. And while most of us don’t use the official, technical term “Internet of Things” (IoT) to describe them, we understand the benefits of choosing a smart product. Surprisingly, while IoT has been utilized in other industries for years,…

Dental Fuel Episode 10: Financial Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson

By Tanya Sue Maestas, DDS | August 4, 2023

Dr. Shannon Johnson has wisdom in dentistry and experience in the field. She knows firsthand about financial mistakes and how to overcome them! In Dental Fuel episode 10, she shares just that– a financial mistake and the steps she took to overcome it! 🎙️ Listen to Dental Fuel Episode 10 on Apple Podcasts Dental Fuel…

From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Conquer the Challenges of Buying + Owning a Dental Practice

By David Rice | August 1, 2023

With the Dental Business Mastermind Course:Learn How to Conquer the Challenges of Buying + Owning a Dental Practice By: Dr. David Rice Are you a young dentist looking to take the leap from being an associate to becoming a successful practice owner? Buying a practice is tough. It takes most new dentists months simply to…

Dental Fuel Episode 9: Clinical Mistake with Dr. Shannon Johnson

By Tanya Sue Maestas, DDS | July 28, 2023

Shannon Johnson is in the HOUSE, bringing the DENTAL heat!! A true ROCKSTAR in the dental world and an AMAZING educator, she’s about to BLOW YOUR MIND in this week’s episode as she reveals her clinical mistake, the lessons learned, and how she turned it all around! Shannon Johnson grew up in a small coal…

Is Fluoride Varnish Enough?

By Candy Velez - CRDH, BSDH | July 25, 2023

Discover the Benefits of Fluoride Varnish:A Powerful Dental Treatment for Stronger Teeth & Enhanced Oral Health By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH As a clinical dental hygienist with a decade of experience, I have rarely heard patients ask the question, “Is Fluoride Varnish enough to protect my teeth?” Instead, patients often ask questions like: In…

Dental Flippers: The Young Dentist’s Guide

By David Rice | July 24, 2023

Exploring Innovative Alternatives to Dental Flippers for Optimal Patient Smiles! By: Dr. David Rice Trauma, emergency extraction(s) due to pain or infection, future dental implant, or simply missing a tooth, patients present in a variety of ways, for a variety of reasons. Dentistry has a variety of ways to fill the gap. Once upon a…