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ADHD Coping Tools That Help Any Dental Clinician Reduce Stress
Busy days, constant stimulation, and nonstop multitasking—it’s no wonder so many dental professionals feel mentally and emotionally...
May 152 min read


Why Dental Insurance Reform Is Long Overdue
Dental Insurance Is Broken—Here’s Why Reform Is Long Overdue Most people assume dental insurance works like medical insurance—but it...
May 152 min read


Why Dental Clinicians Need to Walk More (And How to Easily Get 10K+ Steps a Day)
As dental clinicians, we rack up a surprising number of steps just from running room to room, but it’s not enough . Research shows the...
May 82 min read


10 Non-Negotiable Boundaries I Set as a Dental Hygienist
After years in dentistry, I've learned this: your mental and physical health are precious. Too often, hygienists are expected to “put up...
Apr 302 min read


Ergonomic Tips for Faster, Easier Perio Charting
Perio charting can be one of the most physically exhausting parts of our day — especially when you're doing it alone. Between reaching...
Apr 282 min read


Why Dental Professionals Should Alternate Between Sitting and Standing During the Workday
Why You Should Stand More During Your Dental Workday “Sitting is the new smoking”—you’ve probably heard the phrase by now. And while it...
Apr 102 min read


Tight Upper Traps in Dentistry: 3 Common Causes and How to Fix Them
If you're a dental professional dealing with tight, rock-hard upper traps, you're not alone . The upper trapezius muscles often become...
Apr 62 min read


What Is Neutral Posture? A Must-Know Ergonomic Tip for Dental Clinicians
Neutral posture in the operatory Let’s talk about neutral posture —because if you’re a dental clinician, your neck (and your entire...
Mar 312 min read


Dental Delivery Systems: Choosing the Best Setup for Ergonomics & Efficiency
Dental Delivery Systems (courtesy of Midmark) As a dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how different delivery...
Mar 212 min read


Know How to Position Dental Patients Who Won’t Recline: Ergonomic Tips for Hygienists & Dentists
Help your positioning with cushions As a dental professional and ergonomic specialist, I know firsthand how frustrating it is when a...
Mar 142 min read
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