By Caitlin Parsons, RDH, C-IAYT, CEASFDC 2026 Speaker Within one year of practicing as a dental hygienist, I began experiencing both acute and chronic pain. What started as tension and a dull ache in my left shoulder spiraled into severe…
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Having a skilled, properly trained dental assistant can help dentists maximize the number of procedures they perform which can positively affect revenue. One skill that dental assistants can acquire that helps facilitate a smooth operatory workflow is their ability to…
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By Melissa Amundson, DDS, MPH The past decade has seen tremendous growth in both hard and soft tissue reconstruction for maxillofacial surgery. The emergence of 3-D printing and online Virtual Surgical planning has improved both the quality, precision, and outcomes…
By Karese Laguerre, RDH Upon graduating from dental hygiene school, I embarked on a career in dentistry with a heart full of hope and a desire to make a meaningful impact on the world. A decade later, my path has…
