Dentistry is inherently risky. How many things can go wrong? A paper published in 2016 in the Journal of the American Dental Association counted 747 unique ways dental care could result in injury.
A common goal amongst healthcare professionals is to promote and protect the health and well-being of patients. A mindful approach must also be taken to help make your team members feel supported and safe – especially during these uncertain times.
Whether you’re a dentist, dental hygienist or assistant, you work in a fabulous profession! Dental professionals take care of people for a living, our industry is relatively recession-proof and the dental field enjoys a well-deserved prestige. While clinical practice can be very rewarding, it can also take a physical toll on our bodies with the potential to negatively affect both our professional and personal lives. That was certainly what happened to me.
In this month’s Partner Spotlight, we caught up with Dr. Francis Cote to discuss his childhood dream of becoming a dentist, his journey to Partnership, and his advice for new dentists.
When we’re young, we dream and imagine what life will be like when we grow up. Over time, we subconsciously edit these fantasies, adding scenes from the lives of others with the misguided thought that they will bring us joy.
Today we shine the Support Centre Spotlight on Danielle Partington, Sourcing Manager, Procurement, who tells us about her role in Procurement and the reason she’s unlikely to get a bird as her next pet.
You have heard it time and time again, exercise is good for you. Although we know this to be true, it often gets de-prioritized for other life tasks and it can feel like a chore. However, with the right tools and mindset, you can make movement easier, more enjoyable, and more beneficial!
Today we shine the spotlight on three of dentalcorp’s inspiring Practice Managers. Nationwide, practice teams are welcoming back patients with new processes and protocols in place to keep everyone safe and healthy. Managing the ‘new normal’ is no small feat and requires a special blend of leadership, teamwork, and patient-centric mindset to succeed.
Webinar: An Informative Discussion with distinguished dental academics about the projects they are leading including topics on aerosols, COVID-19, point of care, and more.
Every workplace in Canada shares the common goal of maintaining a healthy and safe work environ-ment. Protecting yourself and your team members by adopting the principles of safety in the work-place isn’t just important, the success of your practice depends on it.
