Monday Huddle: Who’s giving dentists bad advice?

Feb. 17, 2023
Where are you getting your information? From “mentors” on social media? You may be sabotaging your growth with bad advice. Here’s how to stay safe and get good info.
David R. Rice, DDS, Chief editor

I have strong opinions about listening to the wrong “mentors” on social media. You should be seeking information—not affirmation. But sometimes misinformation comes from people a lot closer to you. It’s not because they intend to, but because they don’t know better.

  • Your significant other might be the principal culprit in giving misinformation.
  • Your parents are likely second worst.
  • Friends … they may mean well …

But unless these people are totally dentally and financially up to date, let your better half stay your better half, and love your parents as parents. If you’re a seasoned pro and willing, please help young dental professionals. If you’re new to the game and have questions, ask! We want to help.

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Editor’s note: This article first appeared in Through the Loupes newsletter, a publication of the Endeavor Business Media Dental Group. Read more articles and subscribe to Through the Loupes.

About the Author

David R. Rice, DDS | Chief editor

Founder of the nation’s largest student and new-dentist community, igniteDDS, David R. Rice, DDS, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today’s top young dentists with tomorrow’s most successful dental practices. He is the editorial director of DentistryIQ and leads a team-centered restorative and implant practice in East Amherst, New York. With 27 years of practice in the books, Dr. Rice is trained at the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, Spear Education, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks. Contact him at [email protected].