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Lyon College School of Dental Medicine Receives Initial Accreditation

After years of planning and setbacks, the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine is set to receive its inaugural class this June after receiving initial accreditation from the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Arkansas’s first dental school will occupy a seven-story space in Little Rock’s Riverfront Plaza and offer a simulation clinic and 100-chair patient care clinic. The school can accommodate

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Obituary: Richard W. “Richie” Poe, ADA Member for 41 years

Richard ”Richie” W. Poe, a beloved member of the Harrison community, passed away at the age of 69 on Sunday, December 29, 2024. A cherished dentist known for his compassion and care, Richie dedicated 40 years to connecting with and loving the folks of Harrison. Richie’s life was a testament to his love of his family, his faith, and his

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Dental-Child Interaction Training workshop set for April 25

The University of Arkansas will host a free, one-day Dental-Child Interaction Training (DCIT) workshop for dentists and dental offices on April 25, 2025. Dental-Child Interaction Training (DCIT) is a collaborative project funded by the National Institute of Health and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Surgery to promote child behavior management skills in order to enhance quality dental care

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Wellness Resources for the New Year: Introducing Talkspace Go

A Message from ADA President, Dr. Brett Kessler Dear Colleagues, A new year can represent a fresh start, with many of us setting intentions to improve our lives in some way. These resolutions often pertain to our well-being — of which mental health is an important part.   Sadly, when it comes to mental health, the dental profession is facing a stark

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Awards & Nominations

HONOR YOUR COLLEAGUES – Help ASDA recognize its outstanding members by providing a nomination for one or all the categories below. Please fax or e-mail your nomination to ASDA by Wednesday, January 29 at 12 noon with the following information: 1.   Name of nominee and award 2.   Brief narrative describing why the nominee deserves the award 3.   Your name and contact information 4.   Fax the

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ASDA Annual Session 2025 set for March 14-15 in Little Rock

This year’s ASDA Annual Session will be held Friday and Saturday, March 14-15, at the downtown Little Rock Doubletree Hotel. Join us for two days of fun, learning, and CE hours with our special guest lecturer, Dr. Mark Kleive of Asheville, NC. Dr. Klieve will present on digital workflows, interoffice teamwork, business systems, strategies to increase case acceptance, and treatment

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