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J Mich Dent Assoc September 2023 Sep 2023

J Mich Dent Assoc September 2023

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Reports from the deans of Michigan’s two dental schools covering the past year’s activities serve as the dual cover stories for this issue. Other feature articles include a discussion of professionalism, a diagnostic challenge describing adenomatoid odontogenic tumor, and a memorial tribute to recently deceased MDA Executive Director Karen Burgess. Monthly departments include Dentistry and the Law, Staff Matters® human resource guidance, MDA Services (endorsed programs), MDA Foundation, news updates in News You Need, and more.


What Does Professionalism Mean To You? Part Ii, Michael G. Maihofer Dds Sep 2023

What Does Professionalism Mean To You? Part Ii, Michael G. Maihofer Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This article is a continuation of a similar article in the August 2023 (Vol. 105, No. 8) Journal of the Michigan Dental Association in which a grouping of new dentists across the state of Michigan was asked to define what “professionalism” meant to them. An introduction to the article is provided by Michael Maihofer, DDS, who compiled the comments.


J Mich Dent Assoc August 2023 Aug 2023

J Mich Dent Assoc August 2023

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Every month, 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 new dentist’s perceptions of professionalism.
  • A feature on legal considerations when addressing employee wellness.
  • A feature on the meaning of wellness by ADA Trustee Dr. Brett Kessler.
  • Practice guidance on conducting a HIPAA security risk analysis.
  • Commentary “The New Golden Age of Dentistry.”
  • Editorial and regular department articles on MDA Foundation …


What Does Professionalism Mean To You? Part I, Michael G. Maihofer Dds Aug 2023

What Does Professionalism Mean To You? Part I, Michael G. Maihofer Dds

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This commentary explores generational perspectives on professionalism in dentistry, focusing on how younger dentists perceive this concept. It highlights the changing dynamics in dentistry and questions whether professionalism remains relevant in a world where various practice models exist. Insights from young dentists shed light on their commitment to professionalism and its evolving definition, emphasizing the importance of caring for patients and maintaining high-quality care.