That dentist is an ass. Whatever else a medical professional of that type's job is, it is public-facing. That has implications up and down their practice, but

That dentist is an ass. Whatever else a medical professional of that type's job is, it is public-facing. That has implications up and down their practice, but one of the most basic is that they are expected to treat patients with dignity and respect. I grew up around the medical world, and someone who acted like her would not have a good reputation among her colleagues, and it wouldn't matter if she was a DDS, MD, APRN, RN, or what.