Dr. Marvin Lagstein Highlights Importance of Continued Education in the Dental Field

NEW YORK, NY, August 02, 2012 (Press-News.org) For many consumers, a dentist is a dentist; however, as these consumers become patients they soon realize that the dental industry is broken down into several different fields that require varying standards of education. Whether it is for surgical procedures, endodontics, periodontics or orthodontics, reports show that many consumers pay attention to a dentist's qualifications to determine if they can provide the care that meets patient expectations. A new report from The Wall Street Journal highlights the importance of continuing education for one cosmetic dentist, Dr. Jeffrey Schultz. Not only does Dr. Marvin Lagstein--a dentist specializing in lingual "hidden" braces for adults--believe in such efforts, but he is also a strong proponent of ongoing instruction in the dental and medical fields.

Although the article takes a stance that continuing education allows for better customer care, higher sales and overall satisfaction, Dr. Marvin Lagstein adds that these academic initiatives allow the doctor to stay in touch with current practices. According to Lagstein, the dental field is changing everyday due to medical innovations and technological advancements. Learning how to use these tools and understand how they work can improve one's practicing knowledge of dentistry and ensure that patients always receive the best care possible.

Dr. Schultz tells The Wall Street Journal that he encounters patients on a daily basis who are not aware of procedures and practices, because they are--simply put--not dentists. In order for a dentist to gain a patient's trust, they must be able to provide full information on a procedure or condition; continuing education makes this possible, whereas a misinformed doctor will only elevate a patient's concerns. Dr. Marvin Lagstein agrees, "Dentists who take advantage of continuing education are constantly learning new technology to benefit their patients."

Of course, before a dentist can take advantage of the many continuing education courses available in the field, they must understand general dentistry as a whole. Although he has gained much instruction since, Dr. Marvin Lagstein attributes his success to his initial academic experience at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He notes that this education allowed him to continue with a confident grasp on general dentistry, and become a specialist in pediatric and cosmetic dentistry.

Aside from continuing education, Dr. Marvin Lagstein notes that professional organizations are essential to stay abreast of practicing knowledge and developments. As a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Lagstein has been able to share ideas with his peers and learn from his colleague's experiences.

ABOUT:

With over 39 years of private practice experience, Dr. Marvin Lagstein has provided continual, expert care as a pediatric and adult dentist. Having graduated from Brooklyn College, as well as the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Lagstein has advanced his care to specialize in fast-acting, invisible braces. He is also noted for filling an essential role in the development in this unique practice that improves dental alignment.

Website: http://ratedrmarvinlagstein.com/