About

I created this site to share ideas and topics that are related to anything in the dental office. From types of products I recommend to patients to the interpersonal communications of the dental team.

I’ve always wished there was a platform for hygienists (or other team members for that matter) to interact with each other without a third party. Don’t get me wrong- I love all of my dental magazines and conferences – but I’ve always carried a skepticism for what was written or said when the event was sponsored. I’ve found that the most helpful tidbits I have picked up along the way have been from other hygienists and through personal experiences.

I started my career in Boston, MA at three different part time jobs. Not by choice, but because at the time, that is all the market would allow. No benefits, different start and finish times, multiple coworkers, and over 10 different dentists! Eventually, a position opened up at one of those part time offices and I was afforded full benefits. After family changes (marriage and two kids) and then moving across the country, I’ve worked in quite a few different dental offices. Most private practice, some corporately managed, one that accepted Medicaid, and one that didn’t accept any insurance. I’ve worked with large multi-specialty practices with more than 5 hygienists, and some where I was the only one.

I hope that my experiences can help new hygienists as well as ones that have been practicing for years. I welcome feedback and I hope this site can grow and provide a forum for dentists, hygienists, and assistants alike.