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An Oklahoma HELLO

As I sit on this short Delta airlines flight from Oklahoma City to Atlanta, GA, I am truly reeling from my experience in speaking for the Oklahoma Dental Hygienists’ Association. The last time …

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The Systemic SHOULD of Dentistry

Knowing the difference between ‘should’ and elevated patient care is key for hygienists. I won’t get into the details of it, but let’s just say that the inspiration for this article came from …

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Mermaids in Montana

As I sit on this flight back home after a quick 36 hours in Great Falls, Montana, I simply cannot help but smile. Arriving in this small airport, I was greeted by an …

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The Future of Dental Hygiene

What should we expect-and hope for-for the dental hygiene profession down the road? As a dental-hygiene student, we spend countless hours curled up with our Darby and Wilkins textbooks. We learn about the …

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How Jazzercise Inspired My Business

Two years ago, I launched my business and brand as the Chief Dreaming Officer of Sanders Board Preparatory and the face of The Dental WINEgenist.  I have no business degree, I didn’t grow …

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5 Tips For New Dental Hygienists

At last, it’s here! The countdown is over, you’ve rocked your boards, and you’re still deciding if you really want to hang onto your hygiene textbooks. You cross the stage in your cap …

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The Devil Wears a Patient Bib

Despite your best efforts, there will be times when you’re simply unable to appease an unreasonable patient. As dental professionals, we’re trained to approach our care with kindness and empathy to our patients. …