Tom Viola

Tom Viola

With over 30 years’ experience as a board-certified pharmacist, clinical educator, professional speaker and published author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his national and international reputation as the go-to specialist for making pharmacology practical and useful for all members of the dental team.

As the founder of Pharmacology Declassified, Tom provides valuable insight on the complex interplay between pharmacology and physiology so that clinicians may be knowledgeable about not only the dental considerations of medications used to treat systemic illness but also the systemic considerations of medications used to provide dental treatment. As an educator, Tom is a member of the faculty of over 10 dental professional degree programs and has received several awards for outstanding teacher of the year.

As an author, Tom is well known for his contributions to several professional journals, has served as a contributor, chapter author and peer reviewer for several pharmacology textbooks and currently serves as a consultant to the American Dental Association’s Council on Scientific Affairs. As a speaker, Tom has presented over 1000 informative, humorous and engaging continuing education seminars and webinars to dental professionals internationally since 2001. Meeting planners and attendees agree that Tom is their choice to educate within this dental specialty.

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Knowledge of Operating a Dental Practice: Job Options Abound

By Bruce Bryen | June 20, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen Dental school is over as is the training as an associate dentist working for a local, single-owner office. Was the education as an associate enough to take on the responsibilities of being the top person at a dental practice where you are the owner? Think about what you have absorbed and what…

Consider the Freedom of a Dental House Call Practice

By Ashleigh Robinson | June 19, 2023

By: Ashleigh Robinson Before you start or acquire a traditional dental practice, consider an alternative practice model designed to meet the needs of patients who struggle to receive care by making dental house calls. This model could offer major benefits to you as well. If you have been looking to delve into practice ownership, you…

The Key to Building Relationships with Patients & Practice Growth

By Dawn Patrick | June 12, 2023

By: Dawn Patrick In the ever-evolving landscape of dentistry, one thing remains constant: the importance of building relationships with patients. While providing quality dental care is essential, fostering a connection with patients goes beyond clinical expertise. A relationship-based dental practice cultivates patient loyalty and paves the way for practice growth and success. In this blog…

Searching For Your First Dental Job

By Savanah Craig | June 6, 2023

By: Savannah Craig Dentistry is a great career because there are so many ways to practice. There are dentists who focus on esthetics, some who prefer surgery, and others who are successful by sticking to fillings and crowns. Some offices are open long hours and weekends, other dentists only work 2 days a week. The…

So You Want to Be a Dentist, Now What!?

By Dr. Bri Torgerson | June 6, 2023

By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Last month, I introduced my untraditional path into Dentistry with you and this month I want to chat about prepping for dental school as far as: I remember being so confused. My undergrad didn’t have a Pre-Dental Advisor, only Pre-Med and I don’t remember them being very helpful. He was a…

What Dental Cement Should I Use?

By Chad Duplantis, D.D.S, F.A.G.D | May 31, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D Have a patient and you need to decide which type of dental cement you should use? Here’s how I dealt with it:

Hidden Pitfalls of Googling Yourself: Dentists & the SEO Performance Mirage

By Sean Hamel | May 31, 2023

By: Sean Hamel In this digital age, having a strong online presence is crucial for any business, including dental practices. Search engine optimization (SEO) plays a vital role in improving a dentist’s visibility in search engine results and attracting potential patients. While it’s natural for dentists to want to assess the effectiveness of their SEO…

10 Key Performance Indicators Your Dental Practice Should Track

By Dawn Patrick | May 29, 2023

By: Dawn Patrick Measure, monitor, and make go right, but what should you measure? As a dentist, it’s crucial to regularly track your dental practice’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). These metrics provide valuable insights into the health and success of your business, enabling you to make informed decisions and drive improvements. Top 10 Key Performance…

This Should Be An Easy One…

By Chad Duplantis, D.D.S, F.A.G.D | May 17, 2023

By: Dr. Chad Duplantis, D.D.S., F.A.G.D Ever have a case that you are sure should be an easy one to handle, then turns out it really isn’t? Here is my experience with just that!

Moving On To Another Dental Practice

By Bruce Bryen | May 15, 2023

By: Bruce Bryen After getting out of dental school and going to work as an associate at a dental practice, the feeling of having learned what was available to digest at that practice now seems like it has been fulfilled. It seems like it is time to either go to another dental practice to continue…