Hygiene

Videos

Modern Hygienist editorial advisory board member practicing dental hygienist and popular speaker Katrina Sanders joins Modern Hygienist Editorial Director Noah Levine to discuss her experiences returning to clinical practice during the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.

Staying Positive, Safe & Protecting Patients During a Pandemic: A Conversation with Katrina Sanders

Dental Products Report editorial director is joined by hygienist Michele LaBasi, MEd, RDH to discuss how moving between states impacted her hygiene career, as well as the impacts on the dental hygiene profession from the coronavirus 2019 pandemic.

The Challenges Faced by Practicing Dental Hygienists: A conversation with Michele LaBasi, MEd, RDH

Robert Elsenpeter is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Dental Products Report and Dental Lab Products. He is also the author of 18 technology books, including the award-winning Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line. As such, he’s particularly interested in the technological side of dentistry.

Slideshows

Using publicly reported data from a range of sources, we've identified the best locations for dental hygienists to live and work, as well as some of the most challenging locales.


The 10 Best (and Five Worst) Cities for Dental Hygienists in 2020

Lisa Newburger, a master's level social worker supervisor, helps audiences find humor in talking about tough topics. Her "in-your-face" style of presentations and writing will make you smile or just shock you into taking some action. Either way, she is very effective at empowering others to reach their goals and feel better about themselves. Her entertaining workshops are available for national and international audiences. Writing for the dental industry since 2010, she uses an alterego (Diana Directive) to illustrate her points in a sarcastic but effective way. Presentations can be scheduled by contacting Lisa at www.discussdirectives.com/dental.html.

Articles

The COVID-19 pandemic has seen a rise in depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. If you're struggling, you're not alone.

Mental health concerns during a pandemic

More questions than answers as the fall school season returns, but venting is not productive so it’s time to make an action plan.

Balancing a career and parenting will be a challenge this fall

Lynne Slim is an award-winning dental author who has published extensively in dental/dental hygiene journals including 

Journal of the Western Society of Periodontology

. She was the periodontal columnist for RDH magazine for about 17 years and is now a columnist for 

 and is a member of their advisory board. In 2003, Lynne founded Perio C Dent, a dental practice management company that specializes in the incorporation of non-surgical periodontal therapy into the hygiene department of the general dental practice.

As a key opinion leader in the dental industry, Lynne is frequently asked to review new products and write product reviews. She participates in product development and is consulted about consumer/RDH product awareness. Lynne received the Philips Oral Healthcare “Mentor of Distinction” award at the 2012 ADHA Annual Session.

What steps should be taken if a hygienist tests positive for COVID-19?

The Risky Business of Clinical Dental Hygiene: What to do if you test positive for COVID

Dental hygienists who demand change so they can do their jobs better value themselves and should be rewarded for their persistence and tenacity, especially now. 

Adding value to a dental hygiene career

Debbie Seidel-Bittke, is the founder and CEO of Dental Practice Solutions, a leading dental practice management firm. The focus of Dental Practice Solutions is optimizing the hygiene department with a team approach. Founded in 2000, Dental Practice Solutions has worked with thousands of dental practices on a global level. Debbie has been named one of the top dental consultants for more than 15 years by Dentistry Today. She is a highly sought-after speaker for national and state dental conferences. When the hygiene department is optimized the dental practice will have 15-20% immediate growth. This growth is sustainable when utilizing and implementing the systems and strategies provided by Dental Practice Solutions. To contact Debbie visit: www.dentalpracticesolutions.com or email debbie@dentalpracticesolutions.com.

A view from the rooftop: our world of dentistry post pandemic. So far, 2020 has been a crazy, anxious time, but with the right perspective you can see better days ahead.

A view from the rooftop: our world of dentistry post pandemic

Dr. Roger P. Levin is the CEO of Levin Group, a leading dental management consulting firm. Founded in 1985, Levin Group has worked with over 30,000 dental practices. Dr. Levin is one of the most sought-after speakers in dentistry and is a leading authority on dental practice success and sustainable growth. Through extensive research and cutting-edge innovation, Dr. Levin is a recognized expert on propelling practices into the top 10 percent. He has authored 65 books and over 4,000 articles on dental practice management and marketing. He has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, New York Times, and Time magazine and is the creator of the Levin Group Tip of the Day, which has over 30,000 subscribers. To contact Dr. Levin, visit www.levingroup.com or email rlevin@levingroup.com. 

Here’s some habits that may surprise you, but if adopted may help “up your game.”

5 habits of highly successful dentists

Networking isn't about what others can do for you, but what you can do for other people.

Professional Development