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# Sampada Deshpande, DDS | Aashvi Smiles Dental Group

Family Dentist in San Carlos, CA

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- [Why Choose Aashvi Smiles Dental Group as Your Family Dentist?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-choose-aashvi-smiles-dental-group-as-your-family-dentist/) - Choosing a dentist is about more than finding someone who can clean your teeth. You want a dental team that listens, explains your options clearly and makes every member of your family feel welcome. At Aashvi Smiles Dental Group, our goal is to provide thoughtful, personalized dental care for children, parents, seniors and patients with
- [How Can I Tell If My Child Has a Cavity?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-can-i-tell-if-my-child-has-a-cavity/) - Children do not always tell us when something feels wrong—and early cavities may cause no pain at all. That is why knowing what to look for can help parents catch tooth decay before it becomes a bigger problem. Signs Parents Should Watch For Look closely at your child’s teeth while helping them brush. Possible signs
- [How Much Does Dental Care Cost in San Carlos Without Insurance?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-much-does-dental-care-cost-without-insurance-san-carlos/) - Dental care in San Carlos If you don't have dental insurance, you're not alone. Many individuals, families, freelancers, retirees, and small business owners pay for dental care out of pocket. One of the most common questions we hear is: "How much will my dental treatment cost without insurance?" The answer depends on your individual oral
- [Life updates](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/life-updates/) - To request an appointment at our practice in San Carlos, please go here. We proudly serve the communities of San Carlos, Belmont, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Daly City, San Bruno, South San Francisco and more. Today is the first day of a new life. It's the life that I've been dreaming about.
- [Tech at Aashvi Smiles Dental Group in San Carlos](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/tech-at-aashvi-smiles-dental-group-in-san-carlos/) - To request an appointment at our practice in San Carlos, please go here. We proudly serve the communities of San Carlos, Belmont, Redwood City, Palo Alto, Half Moon Bay, Daly City, San Bruno, South San Francisco and more. We cannot be a Bay Area family dentist and not talk about the technology at our practice,
- [Family Dentist in San Carlos, CA](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/family-dentist-in-san-carlos-ca/) - To request an appointment at our new practice, Aashvi Smiles Dental Group located in San Carlos, CA, click here. There's one key difference between us and any other practice that you have been to before, or that I have worked at before! The difference with Aashvi Smiles Dental Group is time. We serve the communities
- [Why San Carlos?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-san-carlos/) - Ever since I wrote my previous post on my journey to opening Aashvi Smiles Dental Group, I’ve been thinking about the reasons why San Carlos became the location for my first dental practice. What was it about this city that made us want to look no further? Life in the Bay I’ve lived in the
- [My journey prior to Aashvi Smiles Dental Group](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/my-journey-prior-to-aashvi-smiles-dental-group/) - We are on the final stretch, it's almost game time. If I knew anything about sports, I'd write a better opening line, but hey you know what I mean. A dream I’ve been nursing for decades at this point, is finally coming true. And yes, like all dreamers and founders, I do have cold feet.
- [Guilt](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/guilt/) - I’ve been wanting to write something for ages but every time I sit down to write, something else comes up. I’d remember emails that needed responding to. Or the baby would begin to cry and need to be nursed. Or I was too tired and sleepy after working out. I still do not know how
- [Birthdays now](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/birthdays-now/) - I celebrated my 35th birthday last weekend. I feel both old and young. I know there’s both, much to accomplish and that I’ve also come far from where I started. Motherhood takes centerstage in this, but so does my career and marriage. My one wish for every birthday is to enjoy a quiet and big
- [Trade offs ](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/trade-offs/) - I have been thinking hard about this topic for a long time. Interestingly, I had to make certain trade offs in order to write this note on trade offs. What do I mean by this? Let me explain. Ten years ago, the word compromise felt like it was made for losers. I criticized it harshly.
- [End of Maternity Leave 2.0](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/end-of-maternity-leave-2-0/) - I visited my dentist today. ‘It's been a while since we last saw you- how old is your baby?’ I said ‘almost 2, and I just had another one!’ He responded ‘woah, you have been busy!’ I reflected on this snippet on my drive back home and realized that the last few years have been
- [Happy birthday Baby V!](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/happy-birthday-baby-v/) - Baby V is three weeks old today. I can’t believe how fast time has flown this time around. I remember being tired, uncomfortable and very much in recovery mode around this time for our first. I was nowhere close to walking around comfortably, let alone driving to appointments, gardening, doing minor exercises and running around
- [Gratitude journal 2025](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/gratitude-journal-2025/) - 10 things I’m grateful for in 2025 Tis’ the season to be grateful and so I shall be! I could’ve written this post a long time ago, but believe me when I say that last week I wasn’t feeling very grateful at all. Aashi was going through a miserable cold and would wake up unhappy
- [Becoming a kickass working parent](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/becoming-a-kickass-working-parent/) - If you look at it from the perspective of an employer, many of us young parents can be a liability. We have fixed timings for kiddo pick ups and drop offs during which we are unavailable for meetings or additional work. Sometimes our kids fall sick, or their caregiver does, prompting us to shorten hours
- [Our move to California](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/our-move-to-california/) - I am constantly asked why we moved to California. Sometimes after I mention going to dental school in Seattle. Sometimes it is out of exasperation with the cost of living in this beautiful state. Many times, over the years, we have asked this question to ourselves! Technically we could have lived anywhere, so why here?
- [Aashvi Smiles and other life updates](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/aashvi-smiles-and-other-life-updates/) - Admittedly, the last few months have been so busy that I haven’t had much time to sit, think or write. I may get flack for saying this, but life as a parent leaves you with very little focus time. You have to make a genuine effort to pull yourself away from plenty of fun things
- [A rich and full life](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/a-rich-and-full-life/) - On the recommendation of a friend, I started reading a new book recently. It's called the Montessori Toddler by Simone Davies. It's an excellent book aimed at teaching parents how to interpret their toddler’s needs. It provides strategies on enabling kids to grow into kind, independent and curious people. It also describes how a toddler
- [Aashvi Smiles](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/aashvi-smiles/) - I didn’t know this while I was pregnant, or going through the stressful first few months of having a newborn, but my little girl was going to change my life and career for the better. It's hard to even contemplate having a career, or a strong one at that, when you're changing diapers or nursing
- [Practice](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/practice/) - Since the beginning of this year, I find myself in the mood to study. Last year, because of the baby’s erratic schedules, my focus was to just get enough sleep at night. Once the baby started to sleep longer at night, we gained some predictability in our schedules. And I’ve finally found time to think
- [Courage](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/courage/) - It’s my word for the year 2025. What’s yours? Since 2021, I’ve been coming up with a word or a theme that sets the pace for the year ahead. I vision-board in the first few weeks of January and then look at the board I’ve created throughout the year. Perhaps it does not work for
- [A new year](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/a-new-year/) - I can’t believe how time has flown by. I know most of us feel the same way come every December but the year 2024 seems like a blur to me. I had a baby girl in March of 2024, and life became a roller coaster ride soon after. Every day there was something new. A
- [How having a baby helped my productivity](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-having-a-baby-helped-my-productivity/) - Having a baby was the best decision we took as a family. Not only has she filled our lives with much joy and tranquility, she unexpectedly led us to become more intentional and productive at work. Let me explain how. Time blocks Although I have always tried to divide my time into blocks of work
- [One year in tech](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/one-year-in-tech/) - It was about a year after dental school that I realized how much I enjoyed business. I felt drawn to leadership roles and teaching when it involved the business side of dentistry. Students who had questions about their career options after school, were my favorite kind of mentees! It was in June of 2021 that
- [Why SamsoSmile](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-samsosmile/) - Through my work in the New Dentist Business Club, over the past 3 years, I have had the opportunity to meet many first time and veteran practice owners. 99% of them talk about the same problems. Staffing Insurance reimbursements Huge write off at the end of the year & lesser income to take home It’s
- [Energy](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/energy/) - As any new parent would attest, most of us are running on a very low level of energy during the day. I felt this more acutely, when the baby was going through a growth spurt and waking up every 2 hours during the night. I had also just started going back to work. While I
- [Mid-year reset](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/mid-year-reset/) - And just like that, it's already July. I knew this year would move along more quickly, but 2024 has really zipped by. I can’t believe, at the beginning of the year I was pregnant, and now I am already almost 4 months postpartum with a beautiful little girl. There has been a lot going on
- [Seeing the world differently](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/seeing-the-world-differently/) - Have you ever looked up while walking? I take my now, 3 month old on a stroller walk every single day in the evening. It has become our daily bonding ritual. We take the same familiar path and walk for about 40 mins around the neighborhood. While its the same route, we discover new aspects
- [What babies teach their parents ](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/what-babies-teach-their-parents/) - Having watched my sister and sister in law raise their kids, I knew having a baby would change our lives. Traveling would change as we know it. Sleep and time alone would become more valuable. I also knew that one can manage both work and family expertly. You can have it all. What I didn’t
- [A Guide for the Breastfeeding Healthcare Provider](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/a-guide-for-the-breastfeeding-healthcare-provider/) - I wish someone had written a guide for the post-partum dentist. Given the sheer number of graduates from dental schools that are women, there should have been one written a while ago. Life changes after a baby. Everyone knows this, but most of us are not aware of the tools that can help make the
- [Learning from mom- part 2](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/learning-from-mom-part-2/) - My mom just left for the airport this afternoon. And although I did not cry this time, I am overcome with emotion as per usual. I didn’t always feel this close to my mom growing up. When I was a kid, I was closer to my friends. I remember this specifically because when I was
- [Goal setting postpartum](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/goal-setting-postpartum/) - ‘Back when all my little goals seemed so important. Every pot of gold fill and full of distortion Heaven was a place still in space not in motion But soon I got you I got everything I got you I don’t need nothing more than you I got everything I got you’ This is an
- [40 days postpartum](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/40-days-postpartum/) - I’m almost at the 40 day postpartum mark as I write this. That means 6 weeks! Its unbelievable how quickly time has flown. Everyone told me to savor the newborn days precisely because of that reason. In the initial few days I didn’t think time would go by fast enough because of how sleep deprived
- [The fourth trimester](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/the-fourth-trimester/) - There was a book I’d seen called the fourth trimester in my list of recommendations from new moms. But I never had the time to read it. Now I wish I had because I’d have known what to expect the first few months with a newborn! This is going to be a post on the
- [Pregnancy and dentistry](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/pregnancy-and-dentistry/) - Pregnancy does impact the way in which we practice dentistry. For those of you interested in growing or starting a family down the road, I hope this post is helpful. I’ll share some accommodations that made work more comfortable, and some challenges to be wary of. We found out we were pregnant a few weeks
- [Annual birthday post!](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/annual-birthday-post/) - It's my birthday today! Although every year is special, it feels even more so this year! When I was younger, my birthday consisted of having a grand time with friends. Over the last few years though, I have started craving something else on my birthdays. Slow mornings, free time to putter and create something. Yesterday
- [2024 updates](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/2024-updates/) - The start of the year has been busy, as it has been for many of you. January is usually for goal setting and vision boarding. Many of us get back to practice at full swing having taken off a few weeks off for Christmas and New Years. It was the same in my household. After
- [ADA Institute for Diversity in Leadership](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/ada-institute-for-diversity-in-leadership/) - After what seems like a whirlwind of a year, I graduated from the prestigious and highly competitive ADA IDL (Institute for Diversity in Leadership) Program in December. I am going to put down my thoughts on the experience I’ve had before other things come along and I forget! Memory can be fickle. Writing things down
- [Gilmore Girls](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/gilmore-girls/) - This is a departure from the usual dentistry focused articles you typically see on here! Come back another day for the usual content. Today, it is time for Gilmore Girls. Yes, it is Fall and along with a PSL, pumpkin carving and sweet treats, it is time for a Gilmore Girls rerun. First things first.
- [How to be a great mentor](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-to-be-a-great-mentor/) - Ode to Dr. Raymond Scott Raymond Scott, DDS, MDS, was a professor of Endodontics to the General Practice Residency program at Alameda Health Systems in Oakland, CA. He practiced general dentistry for 10 years prior to his post graduate training at the University of Pittsburgh. He practiced endodontics for 20 years in Napa, California, and
- [Professional gratitude](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/professional-gratitude/) - October is a month for gratitude. I didn't know that. Technically, gratitude should be experienced daily, right? In any case, I was thinking about gratitude this morning and decided to write about it. Here are 5 things I'm truly grateful for in my career as a dentist. Moving to the United States To be fair,
- [Predictions for the future of dentistry](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/predictions-for-the-future-of-dentistry/) - Here are 5 predictions for the future of dentistry in the States. I’ll be specific to this country that has become my adopted home. It's what I know and have spent most of my professional life practicing in. I am grateful for the opportunities that have been provided to me here, in the form of
- [Dental Nachos Super Dentist Boost Camp 2023](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/dental-nachos-super-dentist-boost-camp-2023/) - Hello! It's been months since I uploaded my last blog. Why? It’s been busy and I’ve been playing hard to just catch up. And breathe. One of the biggest benefits of blogging is to the blogger themselves. We get a chance to reflect on past experiences and gain new wisdom. This leads us to blog
- [SamsoSmile: learning everyday!](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/samsosmile-learning-everyday/) - What’s it like building a tech product for dentists? Fun, exciting, scary, or the biggest learning adventure you will be on? The answer: all of the above. Working on SamsoSmile has been one of the hardest yet most joyful things I’ve done in my professional career. The learning curve has been steep and I am
- [What is a General Practice Residency?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/what-is-a-general-practice-residency/) - I joined the General Practice Residency program at Highland Hospital, Oakland in June of this year. We are slowly approaching the 6 month mark! While I can definitely say that I am excited to be closer to the finish line, I am also saddened because I know how much I will miss this place, once
- [Why I went back for a GPR](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-i-went-back-for-a-gpr/) - I was recently inducted as a Fellow in the American College of Dentists. At the annual ceremony, held in Houston, standing next to people who have 15, 20 or 30 years of work experience after dental school, I felt a little out of place. After all, at the time, I was only 4 years into
- [You CAN sit with us!](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/you-can-sit-with-us/) - Back in 2018, when I was just a fresh graduate, I had no plans of starting a practice, founding a 100 member+ national Study Club or applying for awards. I was yet to be involved in organized dentistry and write for the ADA New Dentist Now blog. I had not yet started my website or
- [Lessons for someone in their 20s](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons-for-someone-in-their-20s/) - As I look back over the last decade of my life and observe many personal and professional pains and wins, I wish to share what I’ve learned with other people, especially mentees. Not everyone wants or needs this advice. Most don’t even consider the idea that they may be making a bad decision that will
- [Diversifying your income](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/diversifying-your-income/) - Here are a few things you’ve always known yet been too afraid to implement. In this short blog post you will find the need to diversify your income, and how you can start the process for yourself THIS WEEK. Yes, this week. The Why The most important lesson I learned during the pandemic was to
- [Why mentors need mentees too](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-mentors-need-mentees-too/) - Why becoming a mentor is just as important, and even more so, than being mentored.
- [Leaning In with Sheryl Sandberg](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/leaning-in-with-sheryl-sandberg/) - I recently re-read Sheryl Sandberg’s first book, ‘Lean In’ and found that it resonated with me just as much in 2022 then it had in 2015, when I last read it. For those of you haven’t read it yet, you are missing out on a wonderful and quick read. I was able to finish the
- [Why we give up](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-we-give-up/) - About 6 months ago, I started figure skating again. This was after a gap of nearly 15 years. I never intended for the gap to be that long, but life got in the way, and I kept delaying going back to the rink. The truth is, I always had an excuse. 'Work, the rink being
- [Life-hacks](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/life-hacks/) - Ever wonder how some people manage to succeed despite all odds? They have kids, have an active home life, the same set of errands as the rest of us, yet they achieve much more with their time. How is it possible? Life-hacks! They have help. I always knew that most executives have a lot of
- [Ode to Seattle](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/ode-to-seattle/) - I wrote this piece back in May of 2020. Dug it out this morning and decided to publish it with a few edits. It’s an ode to Seattle and what it meant for me when I lived there. I miss you, Great Pacific Northwest! I want to just write about Seattle today. It comes as
- [Diving and life](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/diving-and-life/) - I had always wanted to get PADI certified for scuba diving. It was a bucket list item that I wanted to check off. I didn’t realize the skills and training that would go into it until I started taking the e-learning online course beforehand. PADI is not easy! I am still unsure why I didn’t
- [Negotiation 101](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/negotiation-101/) - There are a lot of life skills that we were never taught in professional schools. Negotiating your pay, advocating for yourself in the workplace and networking with others, are just the tip of the iceberg. It takes the average professional, years to learn the above and make it a critical part of their toolbox. Even
- [Goal-setting](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/goal-setting/) - The overarching theme for most vision board planning that commences at the beginning of each year is a listing of goals you want to accomplish. Bucket list items you want to check off. Have you created a vision board for yourself yet? I recently watched a recording of the ‘Strategic Dreaming’ session hosted by my
- [Secrets to Productivity](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/secrets-to-productivity/) - I was listening to Adam Grant’s podcast this morning. He was interviewing the author John Green on the launch of his new book. John mentioned, ‘pay attention to your attention.’ A surprisingly simple but effective strategy of finding out what makes you tick. As I thought about the concept more, I realized one of the
- [Are you really that busy?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/are-you-really-that-busy/) - In the last week alone, I was asked by 3 of my friends how I ‘manage everything.’ Internally, I laughed at the question because only I know how far the perception is from reality. The truth is, a couple months ago I’d once again fallen into the trap of being so busy. I barely had
- [Statement of Purpose](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/statement-of-purpose/) - Ever since I received my first dental school acceptance in 2015, I’m always hit with the same set of questions from every prospective dental student. What is the admissions process for international students?What are dental schools looking for?How could I, as a candidate, stand out?Could you review my resume and statement of purpose?Is being a
- [What are dental schools looking for?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/what-are-dental-schools-looking-for/) - If anyone had a blueprint for what exactly any dental school was looking for, you wouldn’t be reading posts like this on the internet, would you? The answer to this question is complex. While I do not know the ‘real answer’, I can share an idea of what schools expect, based on the students I
- [How to write a book](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-to-write-a-book/) - Now that I have Persevering ready for launch later this week, I have a few thoughts to share about the book writing and publishing process. I’ve been getting tons of questions over the last few months on how to go about writing a book, so here are some of my answers. Book writing may take
- [Self-advocacy](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/self-advocacy/) - It took me years to learn what career advocacy meant. As an immigrant, I spent the first several years in America, trying to ‘fit in’. I was quiet, often taking criticism personally, and afraid of sharing my gifts with others. I was reluctant at the thought of expanding my comfort zone. What does advocacy mean
- [El Valle mission trip](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/el-valle-mission-trip/) - What I learned on a week long dental mission trip in the Dominican Republic The last time I went on a dental mission trip was when I’d organized one with my classmates back in intern year of dental school in Manipal University. The year was 2013. Our goal was to set up community clinics in
- [Wins of 2021](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/wins-of-2021/) - It’s that time of the year again, when we begin to wonder how the year has passed us by and we ask ourselves if we have accomplished anything at all. It’s so easy to be hard on yourself when perhaps the 1-2 major goals you had at the beginning of the year don’t seem to
- [Keep Sharp](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/keep-sharp/) - Although I would sincerely recommend everyone read the book, Keep Sharp by Sanjay Gupta MD, in its entirety, I couldn’t wait to summarize its key points in a blog post. It has become the most influential book I have read all year and one that has inspired me to make important changes in my day-to-day
- [How do you find a coach?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-do-you-find-a-coach/) - I’ve blogged previously about the differences between mentors, coaches and sponsors, and also about why we all need coaches at different stages of our lives. This blog post is about how to go about finding a coach. I am breaking the process into 5 steps to keep it concise. You need to know what you
- [Writing and career advancement](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/writing-and-career-advancement/) - I began writing when I was only 12 years old; just short stories and some really embarrassing poetry. The goal for writing at the time was to be published in the most important magazine of the 90’s. In the Middle East, for a third culture kid like myself, Young Times was the epitome of ‘cool’.
- [4 things the tech industry taught me](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/4-things-the-tech-industry-taught-me/) - I am a general dentist and have been practicing in the States for more than three years. After moving to Silicon Valley, I started working a few days a week in the omnipresent tech industry. I had not anticipated how challenging yet deeply fulfilling my work in healthcare technology would be. Here are a few
- [Could your dream change?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/could-your-dream-change/) - In everyone’s life, there appear few milestones that we feel would be insurmountable. And, once you cross them, you do not know what to do on the other side. You never thought you’d get that far in the first place. It happens to all of us. Can you think of when it happened with you
- [Moving during the pandemic](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/moving-during-the-pandemic/) - When colleagues found out I was moving to San Francisco from Seattle, many heavily discouraged me from doing so. ‘Why are you moving to one of the most expensive cities in the world?' 'San Francisco is saturated for dentistry; you will be paid less, asked to do hygiene, and that, coupled with high rents, will
- [Being unapologetically YOU with Dr. Jessica Metcalfe](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/being-unapologetically-you-with-dr-jessica-metcalfe/) - I initially met Jessica via the Creative Collective, a support group for women in health care. The group meets monthly, where we share our joys and struggles, side hustles and dreams. This inner circle of women has been fundamental to my growth over the past year alone. It is because of this group, that I
- [Why you should go on a retreat](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-you-should-go-on-a-retreat/) - 5 years ago, I wouldn’t have pictured myself going on a retreat, let alone with friends I met on Instagram. As an immigrant with Indian upbringing, going on a wellness retreat seemed self-indulgent. Time out for YOURself? Geez! That mindset has evolved considerably over 2020. Especially, after I went on a retreat with members of
- [A perfect job](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/a-perfect-job/) - The Wall Street Journal put out an interesting podcast episode on the Journal last week. It was about why many American’s are quitting their jobs. The results were not surprising, and frankly, all too relatable. All of us have friends who quit their jobs this year, and we all know others who want to. Some
- [Self-care tips for the WFH soul](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/self-care-tips-for-the-wfh-soul/) - A lot of us are still working from home and have been, for a full year. I recently took up a second job where I am required to work from home too. WFH for the past two months led me down a rabbit hole of trying to improve work-life balance. What can we do to
- [Do you need a coach?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/do-you-need-a-coach/) - I’d blogged a few months earlier about the differences between coaches, sponsors and mentors. Here I am going to share how to find a coach, what coaches can help you with and what the investment in a coach typically looks like. Are you ready to get a coach? You are ready, if you are able
- [Why I got involved with a health tech startup](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-i-got-involved-with-a-health-tech-startup/) - Many of you who know me well, know how passionate I am about dentistry. It’s a career that has become a lifestyle. I got into my first dental school, in India, in 2008. More than a decade later, I have 2 dental degrees, 1 fellowship, a few research papers, and 2 upcoming books. My passion
- [Manifesting](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/manifesting/) - You may have heard of this concept before- of Manifesting. Even though I'd heard of it before, I never understood its importance so did not put it into action. I know NOW how critical it is to manifest and implement. Manifesting has helped me create a life I can look back on and be proud
- [Reminders](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/reminders/) - This website is reader supported. If you buy something through my posts or affiliate links, at no cost to you, I may get a small commission off of the sale. For more info, see my Disclosure Policy. I just heard a fascinating discussion last night, lead by friend and role model, Dr. Jessica Metcalfe, on the
- [Overworked and overwhelmed?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/overworked-and-overwhelmed/) - Keep reading. Lately I feel like the two words above are the summation of my whole life. There’s so many things happening in my life and at my home right now, that I feel stretched to the brim. I’ve had almost no time to read books, relax, bake anything new, or talk to my friends
- [Serving the community](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/serving-the-community/) - A lot of people my age tend to think of community service as something we need to do in order to add to our growing resumes. In fact, I know of several people who used to serve the community in various capacities, only to have something to talk about in their personal statements while applying
- [Doing the inner work](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/doing-the-inner-work/) - Lately I feel like I’ve been hearing this phrase everywhere. I hear it in podcasts, in Creative Collective meetings, and I read it in books. And every time I listen to it or read it I become acutely aware of how less of it I am doing myself! The truth is, this year – and
- [How to choose a dental school](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-to-choose-a-dental-school/) - Are you one of those people who got multiple acceptances? Awesome! Now you have a big decision to make. Here’s some advice on how to choose the right school. This is a draft from my upcoming handbook for foreign trained dentists. Subscribe to the blog to learn when its ready! Cost Let’s face it, ultimately
- [Coaches, mentors and sponsors](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/coaches-mentors-and-sponsors/) - This website is reader supported. If you buy something through my posts or affiliate links, at no cost to you, I may get a small commission off of the sale. For more info, see my Disclosure Policy. ‘The smartest people I know have always had coaches, and they continue to invest in coaching throughout their
- [Life Hacks for new dentists](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/life-hacks-for-new-dentists/) - This website is reader supported. If you buy something through my posts or affiliate links, at no cost to you, I may get a small commission off of the sale. For more info, see my Disclosure Policy. Life gets easier with hacks. Here are some things I wish I'd started doing 3 years ago when
- [Starting a startup](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/starting-a-startup/) - Heads up. Feeling just a little vulnerable putting this out here. Here it goes. I’m starting a dental practice! I’m scared, but I’m going to do it anyway. I never thought I’d start a de novo practice. If you’d have asked me 2-3 years ago, I would’ve said straight away, that startups are the hardest
- [5 things to do in your 20s](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/5-things-to-do-in-your-20s/) - I’m going to be 30 next month! I’ve been silently dreading this year for so long that I have to now pinch myself that its real, the time is here. In my early 20’s, I had set a lot of goals to accomplish by the time I was 30. Predictably, almost none of those have
- [Silence the inner critic](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/silence-the-inner-critic/) - Last week, I let go of two big opportunities. And then breathed a huge sigh of relief! I requested a leave from my responsibilities in the AGD council and, declined a speaking opportunity that was not offering a fair honorarium. Just last month if you’d have asked me if I was going to do either
- [Pathway to residency](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/pathway-to-residency/) - A lot of foreign trained dentists move to the US for a DDS with the eventual goal of pursuing a residency. Several of them consider pursuing residency programs directly. Is it difficult? Yes! Is it possible? Also, yes! Below is an excerpt of an interview I conducted with one of my closest friends, Manali Vora
- [Why location matters](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-location-matters/) - Are you one of those people who got accepted into multiple schools this year? I've been there too! While it is a wonderful moment and you should treasure it while it lasts, know that this is an important decision not to take lightly! There are 3 main reasons why location matters, and why picking the
- [Differences](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/differences/) - The difference between private practice and corporate I’ve worked at both corporate and private offices as an associate. I’ve learned a lot of things in the last few years and have also had to unlearn a few aspects. Here are some thoughts on the 3 key differences between private and corporate. Patient flow Most corporate
- [Leadership](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/leadership/) - 5 things NDBC taught us in the last one year Just a passion project in September 2019, the New Dentist Business Club, a study group focused on building leadership and business skills for new dentists and dental students, turned one in 2020. We grew from 3 to 50 members in under a year and are
- [What associates want](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/what-associates-want/) - One of the concerns group practice owners often have is about retaining their ‘awesome’ associate dentist’s long term. This is difficult especially if you are hiring motivated, driven people, who might want to start their own practice some day in the future. The key here is in creating an environment for your associate that makes
- [Giving thanks](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/giving-thanks/) - There is always something to be grateful about. Counting blessings has been instrumental in making this year better for me, and maybe it will for you too. Here are some of the things, outside of family and friends, that I’m particularly thankful about this year. This website I started THIS website during the pandemic! It
- [Culture](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/culture/) - I always underestimated the value of culture. Culture is created by the people you surround yourself with and the environment you are in everyday. Look around you. Are the 4-5 people you spend the most time with, pushing you to strive harder? Or are they restricting you in more ways than one? Whenever I listen
- [Positivity](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/positivity/) - How do we manage to stay positive all the time? Especially, with the state our country is in, all the terrible news that we are constantly subjected to, and maybe our frustrating work circumstances? At the beginning of 2020, my biggest goal was to own a dental practice. Mid way during the national shut down,
- [Why consider an MPH prior to DDS](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/why-consider-an-mph-prior-to-dds/) - A lot of students get involved in academic programs while in their gap years. Becoming a student at a program like MPH (Masters in Public Health) is looked at favorably by a majority of international dentist admission committees. It shows commitment, perseverance and an interest in pursuing higher education in the United States. Dr. Nayanika
- [Compassionate leadership](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/compassionate-leadership/) - Here’s the story of a leader who did not get it right: Her personal ambition was more important than the impact the team was trying to achieve.She had the false notion that displaying vulnerability or confusion meant letting the team down. So, she always put on a brave face and expected others to do the
- [Happy birthday!](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/happy-birthday/) - Happy one year birthday of the New Dentist Business Study Club! The journey to ONE has been long and interesting. I remember exactly where I was when I first thought about starting something like this. I was in the Bay Area, helping my sister raise her newborn infant. Our parents had flown in to see
- [Improving your profile](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/improving-your-profile/) - Are you a foreign trained dentist interested in obtaining a DDS and settling down in the States? Great, this post is for you. One of the most common questions I get is ‘how do I improve my chances of getting a US dental school acceptance?’ For starters, here is a list of activities you can
- [Learning from Mom](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/learning-from-mom/) - Despite of living nearly 8000 miles away from her, my sister and I are very close to our mom. In fact, we have a bond that often strikes to others as a dear friendship. When the three of us get together, we are often found talking and laughing for hours on end. In an effort
- [Mistakes](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/mistakes/) - Although I completed my equivalency examinations and interviews for dental school several years ago, I am frequently asked about mistakes that can be avoided. These are some of the mistakes I made back when I was applying to dental schools, and later on, as a dental student. Mistake #1: waiting for a call Foreign trained
- [Going with your gut](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/going-with-your-gut/) - Have you ever walked into an interview, that everyone around you was excited about, that you yourself were looking forward to for days, but which ultimately left you with a weird ‘feeling’. A queasiness in your stomach? I’ve had such an interview. In fact, I interviewed at the same institution thrice and couldn’t seem to
- [In an associateship? Here is how to make the most out of it](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/in-an-associateship-here-is-how-to-make-the-most-out-of-it/) - Associateships come in different forms and nearly none of them come with a handbook of what to expect. We all want our associateships to serve two basic purposes. Enable us to grow as better clinicians and as good leaders. This is why it is very important to be getting the most out of an associateship.
- [Learning from Dr. Shivasana](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/learning-from-dr-shivasana/) - Finding joy- don’t we all crave that? Isn’t joy the summation of our vision for our future selves? Why then, do we tend to delay this gratification? ‘Hustle now, enjoy later’- why do we need to believe this? This is what Dr. Shivani Kamodia is talking about. I first came across Shivani’s work earlier this
- [Learning from Dr. Keerti](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/learning-from-dr-keerti/) - 'What would be the biggest lesson you would want to pass on to future women dentists?' For the past few months, these questions have been plaguing me; ‘what can I do now, that’ll help me achieve my future goals? What do I need to know now that’ll help me serve my patients, and care for
- [Five books and their takeaways](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/five-books-and-their-takeaways/) - For those of us who didn’t go to business school but will go into business for ourselves in the future, the importance of books is undeniable. Luckily, we have loads to choose from! Every time I read a new book on business and leadership, I wonder if life would be different had I read the
- [The Value of a Study Club](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/the-value-of-a-study-club/) - A mistake we often make as dentists is not understanding early enough the possibility of burnout in our profession. Dentists are expected to be upbeat all the time, make good leadership and business decisions, and manage 5-6 employees, with skills none of us were taught in dental school. Dentistry is more than just clinical care.
- [What nobody tells you about success](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/what-nobody-tells-you-about-success/) - Have you ever wondered how some people manage to do so many valuable things in a single day? Why is it that only a few are able to enjoy true success, and other do not? This is a post about uncommon traits and habits that allow some people to become winners. A lot of factors
- [How to talk to employers about being a foreign trained dentist](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/how-to-talk-to-employers-about-being-a-foreign-trained-dentist/) - Based on the ADA Health Policy Institute, foreign trained dentists account for 5% of all graduating dentists in the US. Despite of this, most struggle while navigating employment opportunities after school. I faced some difficulty and confusion when I was getting ready to graduate. Things may be similar, if not worse, for foreign trained graduates
- [Tools for a New Dentist](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/tools-for-a-new-dentist/) - We all need tools, different kinds of them. Think of tools like assets in a tax bracket- there are tangible tools and intangible tools. Tangible tools in a dental office would be the dental chair, clinical supplies, things you can physically see and touch. Intangible tools are things you can’t see, yet are equally important.
- [5 things you can do NOW](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/hello-world/) - Most of you reading this are experiencing a drastic change in your personal lives. Whether we are at the frontline or not, it is important to admit that all of us are experiencing stress. This has been a very trying time and to think otherwise, is misleading. Four weeks ago, I came home from work,
- [Essential Oral Care Tips for Seniors and Caregivers](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/essential-oral-care-tips-for-seniors-and-caregivers/) - Caring for a loved one’s oral health can become challenging because of limited mobility, dementia, medications, dry mouth, or difficulty completing daily tasks independently. A consistent routine can help prevent discomfort, cavities, gum disease, infections, and problems with eating. Help With Brushing and Cleaning Between Teeth Teeth should be brushed twice daily for two minutes

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- [About](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/) - Hi there! Thank you for being here. My name is Sampada Deshpande and I am a family dentist in the Bay Area, CA. Having grown up in the Middle East, I permanently moved to the Bay Area in 2021. My practice, Aashvi Smiles Dental Group, is accepting new patients at its San Carlos location, with
- [Lecturing](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/booking-media/) - I enjoy teaching dental students, new dentists as well as professionals established in the community on the benefits of delivering comprehensive care to patients with Special Health Care Needs (SHCN's) and/or medical complexities! Furthermore, teaching members of the community, such as seniors, parents and caregivers on how to care for their own and their loved
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- [Special Care Study Club](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/special-care-study-club/) - I first became interested in Special Care Dentistry a few years ago. It started with a simple thought. Why do we not see patients with Special Health Care Needs (SHCNs) in the private dental practice? I had been practicing for 2 years by then and could count on one hand the number of patients with
- [Referrals](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/referrals/) - We are grateful for the trust you are placing in our services. We take tremendous pride in providing interdisciplinary care for our mutual patients, many of whom are those with Special Health Care Needs and/or medical complexities. Who refers to us? Pediatric and general dentists for adults with special healthcare needs and medical complexities Neurologists
- [Book for Foreign Trained Dentists](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/my-upcoming-book-persevering/) - Back in 2013, when I had freshly graduated from Manipal University in India, I was a wide eyed 21 year old girl with a lot of dreams and naivete. I had a good academic record, was President of the Student Council, hundreds of hours in community service, and was graduating from an incredible university. A
- [Disclosure Policy](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/disclosure-policy/) - Affiliate Links and Recommendations Last updated: Jan 24, 2021 In many of my blog posts and throughout the website, I mention products that have helped me. I may earn a small commission when readers purchase through the links I use. This doesn't affect which products are placed in articles. All of the products are highlighted
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- [Special Care Dentistry for General Dentists and Specialists](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/courses/special-care-dentistry-for-general-dentists-and-specialists/) - Serving patients with special health care needs is a powerful way to differentiate your practice and build lasting relationships. This course gives general dentists and specialists the clinical, behavioral, and systems-based tools to confidently care for patients with developmental disabilities, complex medical histories, behavioral challenges, and aging-related conditions. Gain practical workflows, treatment planning pearls, and

## Lessons

- [Fundamentals of Special Care Dentistry](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/fundamentals-of-special-care-dentistry/)
- [Interdisciplinary Care, Team Training & Practice Management](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/interdisciplinary-care-team-training-practice-management/)
- [Sedation, Immobilization & Hospital Dentistry](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/sedation-immobilization-hospital-dentistry/)
- [Preventative Dentistry & Treatment Planning](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/preventative-dentistry-treatment-planning/)
- [Behavior Guidance, Communication & Sensory Support](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/behavior-guidance-communication-sensory-support/)
- [Medical & Dental Considerations](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/lessons/medical-dental-considerations/)

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## Question Bank

- [Who should prescribe oral conscious sedation in a patient with potential for polypharmacy and multiple medical complexities?](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/questions/who-should-prescribe-oral-conscious-sedation-in-a-patient-with-potential-for-polypharmacy-and-multiple-medical-complexities/)
- [It is okay to address someone first by their disability for example, an autistic patient or a special needs son.](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/questions/it-is-okay-to-address-someone-first-by-their-disability-for-example-an-autistic-patient-or-a-special-needs-son/)
- [Patients that are obese, with GERD and Obstructive Sleep Apnea are good candidates for Sedation/Operating Room Dentistry](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/questions/patients-that-are-obese-with-gerd-and-obstructive-sleep-apnea-are-good-candidates-for-sedation-operating-room-dentistry/)
- [Patients with A1c scores higher than 6, despite taking insulin, run no risk of post operative infection after multiple extractions.](https://www.sampadadeshpandedds.com/questions/patients-with-a1c-scores-higher-than-6-despite-taking-insulin-run-no-risk-of-post-operative-infection-after-multiple-extractions/)

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