We talk to thousands of dental hygienists each year. Conversations around workplace happiness, pay, and job satisfaction are all fair game, and we’re not scared of the awkward conversations that happen around these subjects. Over the years, we’ve gotten a good feel for the industry at large. And, we’ve done surveys and crunched data internally […]
The True Economics and Benefits of Sleep Medicine Dentistry
As we continue our journey to help dentists navigate new trends and exciting revenue opportunities, we want to pull away from the tech-based talk of AI or 3D printing. Instead, let’s look at adding new procedure mixes that are outside of the norm. In particular, sleep dentistry is an exciting space. Not to be confused […]
4 Dental Hygienist Side Hustles That Earn Serious Money
Here’s a scary fact to start your day: over half of Americans and Canadians are living paycheque to paycheque. Worse, the inflationary economy is trending these percentages upward at a rapid pace. Increasing housing prices are forcing many out of the market, grocery bills are at all-time highs, and consumer debt is creeping toward $20 […]
How to Connect With Other Dental Talent as a Hygienist or Assistant
Key points: Social media (particularly LinkedIn) remains a strong way to build digital connections with other talented dental workers. Join local and regional dental talent associations for networking and learning opportunities. Attending events is a fantastic way to forge in-person bonds with hygienists, assistants, receptionists, and even dentists. Online communities like Reddit provide ongoing support. […]
3 Risks of Traditional Temp Work for Dental Workers
It should be so simple. You’re new to the dental industry, don’t have time for regular hours due to your personal life, or just want to pick up a few extra shifts to earn some income. So, you offer your dental services to local practices as an independent contractor. But this seemingly innocent scenario of […]
Here’s the Average Dental Hygienist Salary in Seattle and How You Can Scale Up
Dental hygienists are one of the most in-demand and important jobs in the dental industry. You’re responsible for a significant portion of dental patient care. And you likely do more footwork than your dentists. Thankfully, most dental hygienists are well-paid. In Seattle, dental hygienists can expect to make a great income. However, some dental hygienists […]