Instagram doesn't have to just be vacation photos and cute pet videos. It can also be a good resource for all things dental related. Here I've compiled a list of my top 5 Instagram accounts ranging from esthetic photos, educational content, to funny memes.
@Bloodytoothguy – The name says it all, and this account delivers plenty of blood and teeth content! Oral Surgeon, Dr. Jason Auerbach, DDS, shares videos of a variety of his cases from 3rd molar extractions, oral pathology, to unerupted canines. Follow to get a glimpse of life as an Oral Surgeon and see some cool surgical cases, but maybe don’t watch his stories while you’re eating lunch or around a squeamish friend!
@Central_Ohio_oral_pathology – Follow this account if oral pathology is something you can’t get enough of or just want to test your oral path knowledge every now and then! This account is run by two oral & maxillofacial pathologists who share their own cases, diagnosis, treatment, and even histological samples. The diagnosis is usually the last picture in every post, so you can quiz yourself and see if you made the right diagnosis for each case!
@Topdentalpractices – This account is for all the future practice owners! Featuring esthetically pleasing dental offices from all over the world, this account is the perfect inspiration for those that are looking to open a new dental practice or renovate an older practice after they graduate. Whether you like an open concept dental office or want every operatory to have floor-to-ceiling windows, this account will provide plenty of design inspiration.
@Dentalschoolprobz – It’s likely that if you’re reading this post you probably already follow this account, but if not, go follow them now! The account is true to its name and delivers hilarious and oh so relatable content for everything dental students endure. No surprise this account is run by a dentist who graduated in 2019, because honestly, who else could come up with hilarious memes about dental school gunners??
@_naoki_hayashi_ - Follow Dental Technician Naoki Hayashi’s account to see exceptional lab work for esthetic cases! His skills don’t stop in the lab, he features artistic photos featuring dental materials as well as LA scenery.
By Candace Fiedler, Class of 2022