NV-4 - Beyond Clinical Practice: Enrichment Opportunities for the Discerning Clinician

At its core, clinical Endodontics alleviates pain and infection. That said, clinical Endodontics practice is also the gateway to numerous opportunities for both personal enrichment and practice marketing. Endodontists are uniquely skilled, and our talents can be employed in the provision of care for underserved populations. Free clinics and other charitable groups match providers with patients and facilitate other aspects in the delivery of care. Engagement in academics, whether through clinical instruction, didactic education, student mentorship, or research participation, provide additional opportunities to share our unique clinical skill set. Participation in organized dentistry represents yet another way to utilize one's knowledge and skillset to shape the direction of the profession. These opportunities not only shape public perceptions of dentistry and help market one’s own practice, but enhance practitioners' lifetime enjoyment in our unique field.