Busy days, constant stimulation, and nonstop multitasking—it’s no wonder so many dental professionals feel mentally and emotionally...

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

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...

After years in dentistry, I've learned this: your mental and physical health are precious. Too often, hygienists are expected to “put up...

Perio charting can be one of the most physically exhausting parts of our day — especially when you're doing it alone. Between reaching...

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...

If you're a dental professional dealing with tight, rock-hard upper traps, you're not alone . The upper trapezius muscles often become...

Neutral posture in the operatory Let’s talk about neutral posture —because if you’re a dental clinician, your neck (and your entire...

Dental Delivery Systems (courtesy of Midmark) As a dental hygienist and ergonomics specialist, I’ve seen firsthand how different delivery...

Help your positioning with cushions As a dental professional and ergonomic specialist, I know firsthand how frustrating it is when a...

Awkward postures with poor suction technique Suction is one of those things in dentistry that seems simple—until it’s not. A good suction...

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The Dental Access Model Act , as introduced by the American Dental Association has sparked controversy across our industry. I sat down...

Rear delivery units are great—when you have an assistant. But when you're working solo? They can be a nightmare for ergonomics. These...

⚠️Graphic Photos Ahead⚠️ A few months into my very first hygiene job, I noticed something odd: a little lump on the top of my left wrist...

The older I get, the more I realize the importance of brain health. When I think of myself at 80 or 90, I still want to have a healthy,...

Have you ever wondered what the best clock position is for us? While several factors dictate where we will be, some positions are better...

Learn correct working distance for best posture in dentistry

Why Holiday Treats Are the Sneaky Villains of Musculoskeletal Pain: It’s that magical time of year when the office break room turns into...

If you ask most people if they want to lose weight, they would say yes, but in actuality, they’re looking to lose fat. The one thing...