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Alternative pathways in dentistry: CDA Journal discusses careers outside of traditional private practice
“Private practices have been effectively taking care of the oral health needs of a large portion of the population,” writes…
Dentists, dental professionals can apply for up to $5K for education expenses through Webb Family Grant
The CDA Foundation is accepting applications through May 31, 2024 for the Webb Family Grant, which supports the education and training of dental professionals in California.
Herman Ostrow student hoping to pave the way for Thai dental students
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Herman Ostrow’s Sandy Priyawat shares how she’s hoping to pave the way for more Thai students to study dentistry.
Student Delegate Chair explains how his upbringing shaped his leadership style
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know CDA Student Delegate Chair, Jarrad Lee, of Western University’s class of 2025.
Dental student research spotlights interdisciplinary collaboration in latest CDA Journal collection
Research by California dental students appears in the latest CDA Journal collection with an emphasis on interdisciplinary collaborations.
Herman Ostrow dental student shares a memorable first experience assisting in oral surgery
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Nora Papazyan of Herman Ostrow Dental School's class of 2024.
‘The weight of regret is in tons’: UCSF dental student shares her motivation for staying disciplined
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. UCSF dental student, Pallak Razdan shares how “the weight of regret” helps her stay disciplined through her most difficult moments.
Herman Ostrow student reveals the benefits of working in dentistry that she hasn’t seen in other career fields
Each month, CDA spotlights a student from one of California's seven dental schools. Herman Ostrow's Adriana Eraso reveals the one benefit of working in dentistry that she hasn't seen in other careers.
‘That was the turning point of my life’ Herman Ostrow student shares what inspired her to become a dentist
Each month, CDA highlights a student from one of California's seven dental schools. Get to know Narges Mirjalili of Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry's class of 2024.
Eligible California dentists, RDHs can apply by Sept. 15 for educational loan repayment
Licensed general and pediatric dentists in California who practice in a federally designated health professional shortage area can apply for educational loan repayment through the California State Loan Repayment Program. Applications reopen in July 2024.
Herman Ostrow dental student takes control of her future through positive thoughts and affirmations
Each month, CDA highlights a student from one of California's seven dental schools. Get to know Somkene Okafor-Okwuego of Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry's class of 2026.
Western University dental student explains how she uses her setbacks as ‘tools for growth and development’
Each month, CDA highlights a student from one of California’s seven dental schools. Get to know Chioma Aniwigbo of Western University’s Class of 2023.