Learning Objectives: 

• Discuss mission and vision
• Feel enlightened on how to seek opportunities that align with their personal and professional goals
• Gain a deeper understanding of biofilm science and a practical approach for patients
• Share updates on modern dental hygiene practices that truly impact your patients

Dental hygienists have treated patients with traditional scaling and polishing for decades and while this approach is sufficient to remove local deposits on teeth, it does not address biofilm, effectively motivate patients, and is not professionally rewarding. Nowadays, dental hygienists are uniquely positioned to seek out opportunities that tap into their passions, ignite enthusiasm and feel rewarded financially and professionally. This lecture will discuss ways to explore your values and find opportunities that uphold what’s important to you. When you reflect on your career, will you remember waiting for doctor exams, burnout and body aches or will you feel rewarded because you improved the health of the people around you? The choice is yours!