This month, Dr. Sheri Doniger, editor of Woman Dentist eJournal, interviews two women in leadership roles — Susan Karabin, DDS, president of the American Academy of Periodontology, and Sarita Arteaga, DMD, MAGD, president of the Hispanic Dental Association.

Dental implants have been a revolutionary advancement in dentistry. It is often the best treatment option for replacing missing teeth. The first step toward incorporating implant dentistry into your practice is selecting ideal patients for your first implant case. Here are some basic principles that can serve as a starting point for implant dentistry.

Despite the fact that folic acid can prevent some of the most common birth defects, young women aren't getting enough of it. Only one in three women ages 18 to 24 takes a daily supplement containing folic acid, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Ga. This age group accounts for roughly 30% of all births in the United States. Here are a few tips for women to make sure they get all the folic acid they need.

Dentistry and sports merge in the exciting practice of sports dentistry — a composite of skills for treatment, prevention, education, and research. Sports dentists who devote time to professional, collegiate, and Olympic teams treat only a small percentage of the athletes in this country. Statistics on athletic oral and dental injuries support the large number of youth and adult athletes in need of sports dentistry's expertise. Here's a brief look at areas of special interest.

From the Broker — Whether you plan to purchase a practice or look for an associate position, identifying the best opportunity can be daunting. Here are some key things to zero in on when interviewing with a practice owner. From the Financial Planner — Depending on which career path you take into the dental community, your responsible actions will follow you and help you create opportunities. Here are some financial steps you need to take now.