eannette is a keynote speaker, public health educator, and alternative practice dental hygienist. Jeannette owns and operates a portable dental hygiene practice which primarily serves older adults and individuals with developmental disabilities. As an empath, Jeannette deeply enjoys connecting with patients and is dedicated to the human side of healthcare. Jeannette’s educational background includes dual master’s degrees in dental hygiene and public health. She has conducted and published research on the experiences of men who are dental hygienists. Jeannette is a member and past Vice President of the California Dental Hygienists’ Association. Jeannette was awarded the President’s Commitment to Diversity Award from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University and was a recipient of the 2021 Sunstar RDH Award of Distinction. Jeannette currently works for the California Department of Developmental Services and is adjunct faculty at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences University and Cerritos College.