The Role of Dentists in Detecting Systemic Disease Early

By Dr. Jolee Roberts, DDS As a general and cosmetic dentist, I’ve often been asked, “Why do dentists ask so many questions about my health?” It’s a fair question—and one that speaks to a deeper truth about dentistry that many people don’t realize: your mouth is often the first place where signs of systemic disease […]

Women in White Coats: Navigating Dentistry as a Female Healthcare Leader

By Dr. Jolee Roberts, DDS When I first put on my white coat and stepped into the world of dentistry, I knew I was joining a profession that was changing. Dentistry, once heavily male-dominated, has become increasingly diverse—and women are leading that charge. In fact, today more than half of dental school graduates in the […]