It’s Still October and We’re Still Appreciating Dental Hygienists
This time of year we make sure to promote the amazing work of dental hygienists.
October is a time to celebrate the work dental hygienists do and to promote the importance of oral health access for all. Earlier this month Dental Products Report and Modern Hygienist took a look back at some past articles and podcasts on the topic in the “It’s October, So Let’s Recognize All the Great Dental Hygienists” article.
Here, we look at some of the newer content that focuses on the well-being of these critical team members and at National Dental Hygiene Month, which is a collaboration between the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) and Colgate. Stay tuned for more dental hygiene news and events this year and, if you’d like to sign up for the Modern Hygienist weekly newsletters, click here.
Floss & Flip Flops – Episode 34 – National Dental Hygiene Month with Joe Fogg
Join the Sanders sisters and onDiem CEO and founder Joe Fogg, as they discuss the shifting landscape of dental hygiene and how policy may be affecting your practice.
Floss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes. The podcast is produced monthly by Dental Products Report® and Modern Hygienist®, in partnership with The Sanders sisters.
Benevis’ Happy, Healthy Smile Month Recognizes the Importance of Both Dental Hygiene and Orthodontics
The celebration recognizes 2 national observances, Dental Hygiene Month and Orthodontic Health Month.
The leading dental healthcare and orthodontics delivery organization committed to providing quality care to underserved communities, is recognizing the 2 national celebrations – Dental Hygiene Month and Orthodontic Health Month – noting the critical role of dental hygiene and orthodontia in a comprehensive oral health program that can help maintain a happy, healthy, confident smile for an entire lifetime.
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Finding Balance: Sitting vs. Standing for Dental Professionals | Image Credit: © Vladk213 - stock.adobe.com
Finding Balance: Sitting vs. Standing for Dental Professionals
Using a saddle stool and alternating between sitting and standing are just 2 important ways the dental staff can strive for good posture and better health.
Caitlin Parsons is a RDH of 15 years and chronic pain survivor turned Certified Yoga Therapist and Ergonomic Consultant for dental professionals. Here, she addresses that using a saddle stool and alternating between sitting and standing are just 2 important ways the dental staff can strive for good posture and better health.
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Guarding Against Burnout: Essential Strategies for Dental Hygienists | Image Credit: © Parradee - stock.adobe.com
Guarding Against Burnout: Essential Strategies for Dental Hygienists
Expert Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEAS, provides valuable insight specifical for dental hygienists on how to avoid dreaded burnout.
To combat burnout, dental hygienists should take a multi-pronged approach, finding ways to reduce stressors, build resilience, and optimize the stress response. Implementing these strategies can lead to healthier, more fulfilling lives and careers. As dental hygienists, we should encourage ourselves and our colleagues to take steps actively toward stress and burnout prevention.
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