Training the Brain: How I Rewired My Mind When Life Fell Apart

By: Neo PositivityFDC 2026 Speaker In 2008, I was a single father raising two kids on my own. I was a police officer in what was statistically the most dangerous city in America. I have seen things most people only…

When Pain Becomes the Norm: A Wake-Up Call for Dental Professionals

By Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEASFDC 2026 Speaker Within one year of practicing as a dental hygienist, I began experiencing both acute and chronic pain. What started as tension and a dull ache in my left shoulder spiraled into severe…

Everyday Wellness Made Easy for the Entire Dental Team

By Life and Career Coach Julie Morris Working in a dental office can be fast-paced and demanding, whether you’re at the front desk, assisting chairside, managing hygiene schedules or handling lab work. That’s why it’s so important for the entire…

How to Maintain Wellness in the Dental Profession

By Christopher T. Cooper Dentistry is a tough profession, with long hours punctuated by difficult procedures that require high levels of technical expertise and concentration. It’s not surprising that burnout among dentists is high. There are other mitigating circumstances, too.…