Have you ever been in a situation where someone wanted your services but didn’t expect to have a consulting fee associated? Well, I have …too …
Ethics
“I love dental hygiene.” That phrase is not heard much, especially during this pandemic. My career as a clinician included over twenty years of full-time …
Finding A Dental Hygiene Position You Love Means Finding A Dental Office You Like
On many of the online dental hygiene group discussions, a dental hygienist will share their feelings of frustration with the dental environment they are working …
Mentorship 101
What is a mentor? According to the dictionary, a mentor is “an experienced and trusted adviser.” We all have learned from others throughout life, whether …
How do I know when I’m not OK?
Do you know the difference between OK and Not OK? I teeter on the edge more often than I’m proud to admit. As an Achiever …
Is COVID Killing Your Energy? Have Some Fun With These Valentine’s Week Pick-Me-Up Ideas
We’re going on almost a year of the pandemic. It’s been tough on everyone, and we’re all probably feeling restless by this point. It’s easy …
A Hygienist’s Dream To Build Her Own Studio Becomes A Reality
Irene Iancu had a clear vision from the start—to build her own hygienist-run dental practice with a strong voice on social media. With the help …
Thank You, For the Lesson in Manners
“I don’t think there is a market for that,” Mike said to me. Chad was silent. “You’d have to check and see. What competitive research …
Making the Most of the Growing Power of Women in the Dental Industry
I believe there are many topics that are taboo in dentistry. In my 23 years as a dental hygienist, I have worked alongside mostly women. …
Life With a Dentist Mom
There is a certain type of kid in every school—one who carries a toothbrush in his or her backpack to actually use after lunch break …