Public Health to Private Practice | Drs. Mark & Mia Burney, DDS

Public Health to Private Practice | Drs. Mark & Mia Burney, DDS

In this episode, I am joined by Drs. Mark & Mia Burney, DDS. We discuss their early careers as public health dentist working in underserved communities and prisons, as well as their journey of opening their own private practice here in New Orleans! Learn more about their story here: SmileSnob! [https://www.smilesnobnola.com] Topics covered: Introductions/Background Why Public Health Dentistry? How is Public Health Dentistry Different? Incorporating Public Health Dentistry into our Private Practice. All Good Health Starts in the Mouth-Relationship Between Oral Health and General Health Blueprint to Oral Health Cavities are the Most Common Childhood Disease. How to Properly Care for Your Children's Teeth. When is it okay for Children to Start Brushing on their Own? More on Oral Health for Children (Diet) Infections in the Mouth Don't Stay in the Mouth-Longterm Consequences of Untreated Cavities (Boneloss, Infections, Pain) Your Mouth is Only a Handslength Away from Your Heart & Brain (Sever Consequences of Poor Oral Health) Barriers to Oral Health in the Black Community Mental Health Challenges in Dentistry (Burnout, Patients, Finances) SmileSnob (Launching Private Practice) Melinated Gum Tissue Service The Importance of Representation in Dental Care The Importance of Promoting Oral Health in Black Media Breaking Generational Health Disparities Lack of Black Representation in Healthcare How Does Your Diet Affect Your Oral Health?