By: J.R. Franco, DDS and Amisha Singh, DDS The holidays are here and the 2024 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC) is right around the corner! We are excited to have three fun-filled days of continuing education, networking, social events, area discounts and a reimagined Expo Hall planned. RMDC volunteers have aimed to design an innovative, relevant, and inclusive dental conference for a diverse workforce, empowering them to serve their patients

By: Laura Ramsey The American Dental Association (ADA) states in the accreditation standards for predoctoral dental education programs that becoming a competent professional involves “reflection in daily practice for the benefit of the individuals and communities served.” Students in their final year at the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine (CU SDM) are learning its importance through a newly reimagined course called Treatment Planning and Case Presentation (TPCP). Cofacilitators

By: Karen Foster, DDS I want to first say thank you for making the 2024 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC) a success. Thank you to our professional team who year after year work to make the RMDC the best it can be. Thank you to our volunteers who spend hours planning and executing one of the best regional dental conventions in the nation. Especially, our 2024 Convention Co-Chairs, Dr. J.R.

By: Steven Karsh How did your portfolio hold up in 2022? If you owned only stocks and bonds, it was a brutal year and historically bad for a 60/40 portfolio. The Bloomberg Aggregate Bond Index was down 13%, more than four times the previous worst return since 1926. Equities didn’t fare much better as stocks were down over 18% as measured by the S&P 500. Below are two tables from

Isaac Chung, DMD Orthodontics Denver, CO What influenced your decision to specialize? And, why orthodontics? I was very fortunate to have had orthodontic treatment as a teen. When I was younger, I was fairly shy. It also didn’t help that my smile wasn’t one I was proud to show off. What I remember the most about my orthodontic experience, though, was the first time someone complimented my smile after I

By: Laura Brenner, DDS This article is part of the 2024 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention Speaker Series. Do you ever feel burnt out by burnout?The word is everywhere these days. I’ll admit, as someone who loves helping others reduce burnout, even I get sick of hearing it. There’s a reason this word gets so overused though. Burnout is a pervasive problem that we, as a profession, still struggle to solve.

By: Dr. Allen Vean As we make our best attempt to recover from the last three years, one important aspect of our society has been misplaced. Personal interactions, personal conversations, and respect for one another need a tune-up. How often do we see people buried in that handheld device known as the cell phone paying little or no attention to anyone or anything? The patients in your waiting room and

By: Adriana Zuniga Patients come in and out of our dental offices from many walks of life. They are diverse in many ways and carry a large set of life experiences. Unfortunately, some of those patients come in with a history of negative life experiences also known as trauma. The Trauma-Informed Care Implementation Resource Center defines trauma as, “resulting from exposure to an incident or series of events that are

Our smile is a powerful tool, boosting confidence and making a great first impression. However, maintaining good oral health can sometimes feel confusing. Fear not! This blog tackles some of the most frequently asked dental questions, empowering you to take charge of your smile’s health.   Some of the most frequently asked dental questions for patients Brushing and Flossing Basics: Q. How often should I brush and floss?  A. Aim