Here at Bryan G. Foote, DDS, our philosophy is simple: to give you the best possible care, we must never stop learning. While the state requires a minimum of continuing education to maintain a dental license, true excellence means going far beyond the basics. Every team member shares this commitment, from Dr. Foote to our hygienists and administrative staff.
Our team is dedicated to growing our skills because we know that when one of us learns something new, it directly benefits you, our patient. This shared commitment to growth is why we packed our bags in April 2015 and headed to Kansas City as a team for the annual Midwest Dental Conference. For four packed days, we immersed ourselves in the latest advancements and best practices in dentistry.
More Than Dentistry
The topics we explored were vast and carefully chosen to enhance every aspect of your dental care with us:
- Clinical Excellence: Advanced sessions on oral surgery, endodontics (root canals), pathology and oral medicine sharpened our clinical skills and helped us stay on the cutting edge of patient care.
- Preventive Focus: Our hygienists dove deep into the newest techniques and technologies in dental hygiene, ensuring the cleanings and preventive advice you receive are based on the most current science.
- Your Overall Comfort: We participated in courses on interpersonal communication and patient wellness because we know how we make you feel is as important as our technical work.
- Practice Management: Our front office team attended seminars on practice management to streamline scheduling, billing, and insurance processes, making your future interactions with us even more efficient.
This conference was more than lectures. It was a chance for our team to share camaraderie that translates directly to a more cohesive, happy, and efficient team environment when we’re back caring for you.
Midwest Dental Conference Experience
The Midwest Dental Conference is a vibrant gathering of dental professionals passionate about their work. We return energized, filled with new ideas, and equipped with practical knowledge to implement immediately. The conference reinforces our mission and allows us to bring the best of modern dentistry back to the local community in Columbia, Missouri.
When you choose our practice, you can be confident that you’re receiving care informed by the latest knowledge, delivered by a genuinely passionate team about excellence.Experience the difference that a committed, knowledgeable team can make. Schedule your next appointment with us today.
FAQs
1. Why is continuing education necessary for your practice?
We believe that we must never stop learning to provide you with the best possible care. Our entire team pursues advanced training to stay on the cutting edge of dentistry for your benefit.
2. What recent training has the team completed?
In April 2015, our entire team—from Dr. Foote to our hygienists and front office staff—attended the multi-day Midwest Dental Conference to learn about the latest dental advancements.
3. How does this training directly benefit me?
This commitment translates directly to your care through sharper clinical skills, the latest preventive techniques, improved patient communication, and more efficient office management, resulting in a better overall experience.
4. Do your hygienists also receive advanced training?
Yes. Our hygienists actively pursue continuing education in the newest techniques and technologies to ensure your cleanings and preventive care are based on current science.
5. How does team training improve my visit?
When our team learns together, it creates a more cohesive, efficient, and positive environment, ensuring you receive seamless, informed care from the moment you schedule your appointment.