You know what makes me cringe and shake my head?When I hear about hygienists working with substandard hygiene instruments while still being expected to remove calculus and stain on every...
Continue ReadingYou know what makes me cringe and shake my head?When I hear about hygienists working with substandard hygiene instruments while still being expected to remove calculus and stain on every...
Continue ReadingFor the last few years the word burnout has been on the lips and in the minds of many professionals across all industries. Burnout is defined as a syndrome that is the result of chronic...
Continue ReadingDental hygiene is a profession many of us fell in love with. As careers grow and change, it’s not uncommon to want to map out a different path for yourself. It can take many forms, such as...
Continue ReadingAccording to the United States Department of Labor, there were 207,900 dental hygiene jobs in 2016. Also in 2016, almost all dental hygienists worked in dental offices, and more than half...
Continue ReadingEach week, Young Innovations hosts a free CE course for dental hygienists, covering a variety of topics taught by clinicians from all walks of the profession. Whether you missed the live...
Continue ReadingIn 2019, there were 215,150 dental hygienists in the U.S., with 7,300 students graduating annually from dental hygiene school. To say we are a growing profession would be an understatement....
Continue ReadingHave you ever had to work with someone who seemed determined to make your life miserable? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. According to Forbes, workplace bullying is extremely...
Continue ReadingWith the New Year fast approaching, many of us are starting to think about our resolutions and goals for 2020. Usually these goals have to do with eating healthy or heading to the gym more...
Continue ReadingIf you’re a hygienist, I don’t need to tell you this, but I will anyway: over the course of six months, you probably see lots and lots of patients. Lots. In fact, if you see an average of 9...
Continue ReadingThe personalities and characteristics of dental hygienists can vary greatly, but successful practitioners share some common traits. Here are 10 qualities that help make a great dental...
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