David C. Johnsen

Pediatric Dentist–Parent Interactions: Converting the Thinking of Practitioners Into Learning Outcomes for Predoctoral Students

BACKGROUND: Effective interaction with parents is indispensable for dentists, yet little literature exists on skillsets or application. PURPOSES: (1) Identify core practices of pediatric dentists when interacting with parents; (2) summarize core practices for use in a skillset fo...

Beyond Hand Skills: A Case Analysis of Empathy and Critical Thinking Instruction

Background In addition to scientific knowledge and technical proficiency, the compassionate care model of oral health care requires clinicians to develop and reliably demonstrate the skills of empathy and critical thinking. The benefits of these skills have been well documented a...