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Overcoming Hiring Challenges for Your DSO

Planet DDS

The dental industry is no exception. As the world starts to return to normal, dental practices, including those belonging to a dental service organization (DSO) are stretched to meet patient demand. Less than half of dental hygienists who left their job when the pandemic started returned to the workforce in 2021.

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Creating a community of smiles

ASDA Blog

ASDA believes giving back to our communities is a key part of the dental student experience and as future dental practitioners. Over the next three weeks, we’re going to explore how dental students are making a significant impact in their local communities. We originally planned to use a mobile dental clinic.

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Dental Therapists Provide Essential Care During COVID-19

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Dental therapists in Washington State tribal clinics are using several effective strategies and proving to be essential caregivers. While the effects of COVID-19 will be severe and long-lasting, the work of these dental therapists will help to mitigate the oral health consequences in their communities. Outdoor Services.