It's Never Been A Better Time to Be a Dental Hygienist
Friday, April 4
2 - 3:30 PM
1.5 CDE Credits – DH
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
It’s a new day in dentistry, and the future for dental hygienists is strong and bright. With ever-increasing roles and responsibilities both inside and outside of the dental op, this course will review the modern pathways available for hygienists - influencer, advisor, educator, entrepreneur, writer and more. It’s never been a better time to be a dental hygienist – this is our time to shine.
Course Objectives:
1. Understand the role of the dental hygienist in the past and present, including a deep dive into state practice acts to discover the many variations of clinical roles hygienists hold.
2. Discover the latest current opportunities dental hygienists have both inside and outside of the operatory.
3. Learn from personal stories of dental hygienists who hold unique roles in dentistry, such as entrepreneur, advocate and manager.
4. Address the barriers dental hygienists commonly face when expanding outside of their traditional role.
PRESENTER:
Melissa Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDA
A 20-year veteran dental hygienist and founder, Melissa K. Turner, BASDH, RDHEP, EFDA, is a sought-after executive, consultant, dynamic speaker and top millennial content creator. Behind some of the most innovative brands in the industry, she partners with companies of all sizes – from pre-seed startups to billion-dollar international brands – on brand strategy and product growth. Turner’s combined experience behind the scenes in the boardroom, on the frontlines as a clinician and as a public-facing influencer allows her unique insight into future industry trends. She is the founder and founding board member of multiple companies and has been referred to as a “fresh force of change.” A 2024 recipient of the Marquis Who's Who in America, she represents a new generation in dentistry with a focus on transforming the future through innovative technology, inclusion and practitioner wellbeing.
