On October 22nd, dental therapy students were invited to attend a National Gathering of Dental Therapy Students hosted by Dominic Comerate, Alaska Dental Therapist and Board member. We were also joined by special guest David Martin, representing the United Kingdom Dental Therapy Association. The quarterly student gatherings are a place for students to meet, talk to each other and receive support from practicing dental therapists.  Attendees left with these key takeaways:

1. Know your scope of work for the state you are going to practice inside and out, as scopes vary from state to state right now.  

2. Learn the basics and always return to them to ensure you feel confident as a provider.

For the first time, the ADTA will also be working with students who want support in setting up a practice in their state. We plan on holding the next gathering in January 2023.