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Dental Tray

JOB SEEKING

Expanded Function Dental Assistants & OPAs: Understanding the Emerging Roles in Dental Care

As the dental workforce continues to evolve in response to provider shortages, access issues, and growing demand for preventive care, a number of states have introduced or expanded roles for […]

Tina Clarke, RDH
Tina Clarke, RDH

Posted June 20, 2025

US DA Standards

JOB SEEKING

Evolving Standards: Key Dental Assisting Requirement Changes Across the U.S.

In the past year, the landscape of dental assisting in the United States underwent notable regulatory transformations, reflecting the evolving needs of both the dental workforce and patient care systems. […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted June 19, 2025

The interview process

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Professionalism: From the Resume to the Interview and Beyond

Professionalism is essential in any field, but when beginning your journey into dentistry, it’s important to recognize you are entering the healthcare field.  No matter your role in an office, […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted June 19, 2025

Stress Free Summer

EMPLOYERS

Sun’s Out, Stress Down: Boundaries Every Dentist Needs This Summer

As summer approaches, practice-owning dentists face a seasonal mix of opportunity and pressure. With patient schedules shifting, staff taking vacations, and kids out of school, maintaining a healthy work/life balance […]

DentalPost
DentalPost

Posted May 28, 2025

Resume Fluff

EMPLOYERS

Fluff Happens: Why That “Perfect” Hire Might Not Be So Perfect

In today’s tight job market, dental practice owners are facing a frustrating trend: job applicants who look perfect on paper, but fall short in person. With staffing still a top […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted May 21, 2025

Career Planning

JOB SEEKING

Your Career Deserves a Mid-Year Tune-Up—Here’s How To Start

As summer approaches, the mid-year point naturally prompts a moment of reflection. For many dental professionals—whether you’re a hygienist, assistant, front office team member, or associate dentist—this is a time […]

DentalPost
DentalPost

Posted May 14, 2025

Summer vibes

EMPLOYERS

Summer Scheduling Survival: How Dental Teams Can Stay Aligned During Seasonal Shifts

As summer approaches, dental practices across the country begin to feel the ripple effects of seasonal change. School breaks, family vacations, and fluctuating patient demand make May through August one […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted May 14, 2025

New Graduates with Caps

EMPLOYERS

Nurturing New Talent: Best Practices for Supporting Recent Dental Graduates

The transition from student to professional can be exciting—but also overwhelming—for new dental hygiene or dental assisting graduates. With May marking graduation season for many dental programs, this is a […]

DentalPost
DentalPost

Posted May 07, 2025

Salary Negotiation

JOB SEEKING

Get Paid What You’re Worth: Winning the Salary Conversation in Dentistry

Whether you’re exploring new opportunities or seeking a raise at your current practice, salary negotiation is a critical skill every dental professional should master. Negotiating your compensation not only reflects […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted May 07, 2025

New Graduates with Caps

JOB SEEKING

From Graduation to Greatness: Navigating Your First Dental Job Hunt with Confidence

Graduation season marks a major milestone for aspiring dental professionals. After years of coursework, clinicals, and late-night study sessions, stepping into the workforce is both exhilarating and intimidating. According to […]

DentalPost
DentalPost

Posted April 30, 2025

Retaining Your Talent

EMPLOYERS

The Cost of Staying Comfortable: How Staff Attrition Drains Your Dental Practice

For many dental practices, the path of least resistance can be tempting—especially when it comes to managing team dynamics. But avoiding tough conversations or settling for the status quo when […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted April 30, 2025

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