Volume 105, Number 7 (2023)
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!
In this issue, the reader will find the following original content:
- A cover story on recognizing mental health concerns in the dental workplace.
- Commentary by a foreign-trained dentist on difficulties in obtaining licensure.
- MDA 2023-04 Continuing Education Course Catalog
- A feature on addressing the current dental assisting workforce shortage.
- News you need, Editorial and regular department articles on MDA Foundation activities, Dentistry and the Law, Staff Matters, and component news
Full Issue
Cover Story
Mental Health in the Dental Workplace: Recognizing Signs, Communicating Concern, and Sharing Resources
Karen M. O'Brien and Karoline J. Trovato
Feature Articles
Overcoming the Dental Assistant Shortage Starts Here
Joanne Dawley DDS, FAGD
Editorial and News
Pain, Hope and Caring
Michelle C. Dziurgot DDS
Monthly Departments
Dentistry and the Law: Did I Commit Fraud?
Dan Schulte JD
Staff Matters: Summer Fun Can Be Risky Business — Plan Accordingly
Jodi Schafer SPHR, SHRM-SCP