by Allison Hackman | Oct 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Visiting the dentist can be anxiety-inducing, leading people to avoid seeking care. The common fear of the unknown, financial concerns, and past negative experiences can intensify these worries. Luckily, there are many ways to address dental anxieties and help improve...
by Allison Hackman | Sep 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
Dentists, dental assistants, and dental hygienists work together as a team, making sure a dental office functions like a well-oiled machine. Have you ever considered a career as a dental assistant? If you have, NCOHC has some tips for you! As a dental assistant, you...
by Allison Hackman | Aug 2, 2024 | Uncategorized
“It’s uncomfortable to think of a social worker in your space, and it’s uncomfortable to think about asking patients the questions that we ask. So, if it feels uncomfortable, lean into it because there’s going to be something good that comes from it.” The University...
by Allison Hackman | Jul 30, 2024 | Uncategorized
Thank you to all who joined us for Oral Health Day 2024! We’re excited to share that we had our highest participation yet. This year, NCOHC presented two new awards and we heard from expert speakers, including a “North Carolina’s Oral Health Workforce, by the Numbers”...
by Brady Blackburn | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
“I love our pediatrician, but I pray that he doesn’t leave our area because there are so many providers leaving,” said Rachel, a mother of two who lives in Wayne County, North Carolina. “It’s going to be hard for our family if he does.” “For me personally, if my son...
by Allison Hackman | Apr 9, 2024 | Uncategorized
“Our partners in this effort helped us form one of the most unlikely bipartisan, cross-industry coalitions ever assembled in North Carolina–and we succeeded.” — Care4Carolina Executive Director Abby Emanuelson speaking about Medicaid Expansion in North Carolina...
