Donating your time and expertise to a volunteer dental clinic can be one of the most rewarding aspects of dentistry. It can also be intimidating at times. I have had opportunities to volunteer at a variety of different clinics and schools, and it has given me the chance to meet some selfless dental professionals, to treat some extremely grateful patients and to help underserved people in my community.

Eurostat found that over 47 percent of businesses in the European Union are using social media to share information about their services and products. While social media marketing for dentists is a cost-effective tool, it does require consistency and a little creativity. Check out these answers to common questions and simple tips to help you build your social media presence and become the dentist your future patients choose.