Dr. Laura Shaeffer Harkin graduated Cum Laude from Franklin and Marshall College in 1999 with a major in mathematics and a minor in flute performance. In 2008, she graduated from Temple University School of Dentistry and immediately began to live her dream as a family dentist. Her value to the dental team was undeniable, as she shared her spirit for both compassion and perfection.
In addition to the rigorous requirements of dental school, Dr. Harkin has completed level-four training at the prestigious Pankey Institute and has advanced dental implant and restorative credentials. Dr. Harkin has continued to further her education and is a certified Invisalign® dentist.
The Reason I Write Treatment Letters to Each Patient
By: Laura Harkin, DMDThis topic originally appeared on PankeyGram.Org. Dr. Harkin granted igniteDDS permission to share with…
Accurate X-Ray Records: Best Practices for Dental Teams
By: Laura S. Harkin, DMD This Topic Originally Appeared On Pankeygram.Org Radiographic imaging is an important diagnostic aid…
Don’t Let The “What Ifs” Deter You From Success In Your Dental Career
By: Hannah Crowell Why is it so hard to commit to or even consider buying a dental practice? It boils down to fear. Fear of failure and all the negative “What ifs?” Negative “What Ifs” to Avoid What if I can’t handle the stress? Dental school and those first few years out in the real…
Dental Admission Test (DAT): Tips to Prepare
By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Hi friends! My name is Dr. Bri Torgerson and I am a General Dentist currently working in St. Louis, Missouri. I have written some advice on applying to dental school, what to do when you graduate, and finding an associate position right for you, but I wanted to dive into something…
Dr. Sable Muntean Appointed as Chief Editor of Get Lit Newsletter
Get Lit Newsletter Welcomes Dr. Sable Muntean as Chief EditorIgniting Success for New Dentists with Enhanced Content and Expanded Reach [St. Petersburg, FL] – Get Lit Newsletter, the go-to resource for new dentists seeking success in their careers, is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Sable Muntean as its Chief Editor. As a young…
Occlusal Wear: Is It Advancing? How Fast?
By: Lee Ann Brady DMD I ask the question “Is wear normal?” at almost every lecture I do on occlusion. Usually, the response is a small number of mumbled replies. A good follow-up question is “How many eighty-five-year-old patients have you seen with mamelons?” I hope you are thinking not many if any at all….
Dental Startups vs. Practice Acquisition: Making the Right Decision
Interviewer: Tanya Sue Maestas, DDSInterviewee: Jonathan MillerEdited By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH As a dental professional, the decision to start your own practice or acquire an existing practice is a crucial one. Both options have their pros and cons, and it ultimately depends on your personal goals and vision for your dental career. In…
High Employee Turnover? What’s Going Wrong?Â
By: Hannah Crowell A dental office may experience high employee turnover for various reasons, which can negatively impact the overall functioning of the practice. Top Causes of High Employee Turnover Here are some potential reasons why your dental office may have high staff turnover: 1. Low Compensation Dentists and hygienists invest significant time and money…
10 Steps to Starting a Dental Practice
By: Dawn Patrick Are you a dental student with dreams of one day starting a dental practice? The journey from dental school to practice ownership is an exciting and rewarding one, but it also requires careful planning and diligent execution. 10 Steps to Start Building Your Own Dental Practice Here are the top 10 steps…
Facing Times of Transition in Your Dental Career
By: Savannah Craig Throughout our lives, we all face times of change and transition. While reflecting on the completion of my dental residency program and the end of my formal education, I’ve been thinking about how many periods of change I’ve encountered on my journey. The big milestones of life were met with celebration but…
You Want to Apply to Dental School, Now What?
By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Hi! I’m Dr. Bri Torgerson and this month, I wanted to touch base with those applying to dental school. My background in applying to dental schools is that I applied three times to dental school. Now, I ended up getting in on my second application cycle 10 days before orientation, but…
Choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One
Here are the top things to keep in mind after choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One By: Bruce Bryen So you finally decided to acquire an existing dental practice. There were likely many reasons why you made this decision. The answer to whether to buy an existing dental practice or start…