first paycheck as a dentist

New Dentist: Your First Paycheck Arrives, Now What?

December 27, 2022

By: Dr. Cory Ball Dental school is a busy time for most aspiring clinicians. Between studying for courses, practicing in preclinic, then managing the patient pool in the final years, most students have a tough time finding additional hours in a day to have a part-time job to make money. And those students who do have…

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paying off student loans

Don’t Look Back, Look Forward to Paying Off Dental School Student Loans

December 27, 2022

By: Dr. Cory Ball The average student loan debt for a graduating dental student in 2020 was over $300,000. During school, students can easily fall into a mindset of forgetting about the loans and focusing on other things. The problem with that is when the time comes to start making payments, it can be overwhelming…

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dental assistant requirements in minnesota

Dental Assistant Requirements in Minnesota

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Minnesota to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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dental assistant requirements in michigan

Dental Assistant Requirements in Michigan

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Michigan to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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dental assistant requirements in massachusetts

Dental Assistant Requirements in Massachusetts

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Massachusetts to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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dental assistant requirements in maryland

Dental Assistant Requirements in Maryland

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Maryland to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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dental assistant requirements in maine

Dental Assistant Requirements in Maine

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Maine to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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dental assistant requirements in louisiana

Dental Assistant Requirements in Louisiana

December 20, 2022

By: Natalie Kaweckyj, LDA, RF, CDA, CDPMA, COA, COMSA, CPFDA, CRFDA, MADAA, BA Are you looking to become a dental assistant or are moving as a current dental assistant? Make sure to check the dental assistant requirements in Louisiana to see if you are still qualified in the state to practice. Each state has different requirements for…

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reminder you dreamed of where you are now

You Dreamed of Being Where You Are Now

December 15, 2022

By: Savanah Craig I was inspired by the latest Instagram trend showing a thought or doubt you have about yourself, followed by a photo of your younger self who could only dream of being in your shoes today. I think this trend is really powerful because it is so easy to look ahead and keep…

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people pleasing

People Pleasing: Characteristics of Being a People Pleaser

December 6, 2022

By: Sharon Dolak People Pleasing is not about being kind. It is about someone trying hard to make others feel better, driven by deep-seated insecurity to be needed and receive approval. Society thinks it is a good thing to please others, but people pleasing has a dark side when we do it to our own…

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