Dental Assistant Nation

Recorded during the South African Dental Association meeting in Pretoria, Kevin Henry welcomes back Jeanné Oosthuysen, the dental assistant champion of South Africa, to discuss what she sees from assistants in her native land and how there are so many similarities between how they feel on the job and the feelings of American dental assistants. This is a must-listen as a reminder that dental assistants are never alone in their struggles and joys.

In this episode of the Dental Assistant Nation podcast, Kevin Henry interviews two dental assistants, Amy Mitchell and Catie Lis, about their experiences in the field. They discuss the importance of core values, creating a positive work environment, and celebrating wins. Hanna Aronovich from the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB) and DALE Foundation also joins the conversation to talk about the Great Practices for Dental Assistants to Work Award and other initiatives the foundation is working on. Learn more at www.danb.org

The conversation between Kevin Henry and Mary Govoni, CDA, RDH, discusses the balance between social media engagement and infection control in dental practices. It emphasizes the importance of professionalism and the potential negative impact of inappropriate social media posts on the image of the practice. The hosts also highlight the need for proper PPE in social media content and the potential consequences of disregarding infection control protocols. Govoni urges dental professionals to think before posting and consider the perception of patients, colleagues, and prospective patients. The conversation concludes with contact information for the guest (mary@marygovoni.com), who is an expert in infection control. Also check out https://www.thecompliancedivas.com.

In this episode, Tija Hunter, CDA, EFDA, joins the show to talk about how dental assistants can finish 2024 strong, and that includes making sure they are educated through both clinical and practice management CE courses. She also discusses why documentation is so important and how dental assistants can make sure it is done properly. You can reach Tija at tijaefda@gmail.com

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews Lisa Heaton from CareQuest Institute for Oral Health about the importance of health screenings in dental practices. They discuss the disconnect between patients' willingness to undergo screenings and the low percentage of patients actually receiving them. They also highlight the role of dental assistants in facilitating these screenings and reducing patient anxiety. The conversation emphasizes the link between oral health and overall health, and the potential impact of screenings on preventing medical emergencies in the dental practice. Learn more about CareQuest Institute for Oral Health at https://www.carequest.org Learn more about the study referenced by visiting https://www.carequest.org/resource-library/experiences-and-outcomes-oral-health-care

In this conversation, Kevin Henry and Linda Harvey discuss the importance of patient safety training for dental assistants. They explore different ways for dental assistants to receive training, including mentorship, consulting, and additional courses. They emphasize the need for dental assistants to be aware of their state's requirements and to seek out training in areas relevant to their practice. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing training new dental assistants with the workload of experienced dental assistants. They discuss the importance of creating a safe space for dental assistants to share their ideas and bring up concerns. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the top three areas that dental practices should focus on for improvement: personal safety, sterilization protocols, and water line maintenance.

In this episode, Kevin Henry, founder of Dental Assistant Nation, interviews Sarrah Rose, the CEO and founder of Elixr, about Gen Z and their needs and desires in the dental practice. They discuss the loneliness that Gen Z often feels, the importance of connection and relationships, and how older generations can better connect with Gen Z. Sarah also explains how Elixr uses AI coaching to help people achieve their goals and improve their relationships. The conversation emphasizes the importance of curiosity, open-mindedness, and finding common ground in building relationships. For more information ... website: https://elixr.love/ Instagram: sarrahrosenyc or elixr.love

Today's episode is a pivot for Dental Assistant Nation founder Kevin Henry after a comment from a recent meeting drew his attention. Dental assistants, what are your goals for the rest of 2024? What's keeping you from achieving them? We all have to be ready to take that next step, but it's up to us to set the path. In this episode, let's embrace what is to come. Here's why and how.

After an unexpected week off to deal with his dad's medical emergency, Dental Assistant Nation founder Kevin Henry discusses finding work-life balance and how dental assistants can work with their dentists to plan ahead for contingencies. As always, communication is key, as is knowing what you want in teams of the ideal work-life balance.

In this episode of the Dental Assistant Nation podcast, host Kevin Henry interviews Linda Harvey, a dental assistant advocate and patient safety champion. They discuss the important role of dental assistants in patient safety and the various hats they wear in the dental practice. They also delve into four types of medical errors in dentistry: communication, documentation, infection control, and medication safety. The conversation emphasizes the need for clear communication, thorough documentation, adherence to infection control protocols, and proper medication handling. The episode concludes with a discussion about the upcoming launch of DA Connect, a professional emphasis group for dental assistants by the Dental Compliance Institute. Reach Linda and learn more at riskteam@lindaharvey.net Podcast takeaways Dental assistants play a crucial role in patient safety and wear many hats in the dental practice. Clear communication and thorough documentation are essential for effective patient care. Adherence to

In this episode, Kevin Henry interviews dental hygienist Cris Duval about the lifeguard approach to patient care. Duval emphasizes the importance of dental assistants in improving patient outcomes and increasing practice profitability. She encourages dental assistants to decide who they want to be for their patients and to ask quality questions that uncover patient values and motivations. Duval also emphasizes the need for dental assistants to speak up if they see something concerning in a patient's mouth. She shares her upcoming book, 'The Lifeguard Approach: Why Compassion Necessitates Life-Saving Screenings,' and provides her contact information for further resources. Podcast takeaways Dental assistants play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes and increasing practice profitability. Dental assistants should decide who they want to be for their patients and ask quality questions that uncover patient values and motivations. It is important for dental assistants to stay educated about the oral system

In this episode recorded live at the Speaking Consulting Network meeting in Austin, Texas, Tija Hunter, EFDA, explains what dental practices are doing wrong when it comes to their HIPAA and OSHA training. From common mistakes to what OSHA inspectors may be looking to find in the practice, we cover a wide range of topics. Connect with Tija at tijaefda@gmail.com.

Suzanne Cano, founder of LunaLite Dental, shares her journey from dental assistant to entrepreneur and the development of LunaLite, an x-ray positioning device. She discusses the impact of faith, innovation, and disruption in the dental industry, offering advice for dental assistants with innovative ideas. The conversation highlights the importance of patient experience and the future of LunaLite with the development of a mouthpiece as the next step in the company's journey. Learn more at https://www.lunalitedental.com

Episode 334: Narrowing the focus for dental assistants in the practice by Dental Assistant Nation

In this episode recorded live at the California Dental Association (CDA) meeting in Anaheim, Dental Assistant Nation founder Kevin Henry sits down with CDA's Teresa Pichay, CHPC, and Ashley Reich to discuss the dental assistant's scope of practice and why it's important for every dental assistant and dentist to know what their state law allows dental assistants to do. This is an important episode as we make sure to keep assistants and dental practices on the right side of the law. Learn more about the scope of practice in your state at https://www.danb.org/state-requirements. Get in touch with our CDA speakers through https://www.cda.org.

Fresh off his day of speaking at the Pacific Northwest Dental Conference (PNDC), Dental Assistant Nation founder Kevin Henry shares two questions that were asked of him in Seattle by dental assistants and how he responded. Are these problems plaguing you and your dental practice?

In this episode, Kevin Henry, founder of the Dental Assistant Nation, explains the importance of stay interviews, what they are, and why dental assistants should be having one with the dentist before the first half of 2024 is over. What do you need to make this happen? How can these be successful for the dental assistant, dentist, and practice? Kevin shares his best tips here.

In this episode, dental assistant Mila McNeely returns to the show to discuss a connection in the oral-systemic link she believes every dental assistant should be willing to discuss with his or her patients ... the link between periodontal disease and erectile dysfunction. You can see the study detailing the link referenced here ... https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5672720/

In this conversation, Kevin Henry interviews Lynda Ricketson, the president and CEO of the Dental Lifeline Network, to discuss the organization's mission and impact. The Dental Lifeline Network is celebrating its 50th anniversary and has served over 170,000 patients, providing over $550 million worth of donated dental treatment. They connect patients who are elderly, living with disabilities, medically compromised, or veterans with volunteer dentists and dental teams who provide comprehensive care. The organization has seen a decrease in volunteers due to retirement and dentists joining dental service organizations, but they are building partnerships with DSOs to encourage more dental practices to volunteer. Dental Lifeline Network makes it easy for dental practices to volunteer by handling the triaging and coordination of appointments. They ask dental practices to take on one or two patients per year. The organization also emphasizes the importance of involving the entire dental team in volunteerism, as it

Neo of Neo Positivity, a mindset specialist, shares his journey of discovering the power of manifesting and the law of attraction. He emphasizes the phrase "thoughts become things" and the importance of staying focused on positive thoughts. Neo discusses the impact of limiting beliefs and how they can hold us back from achieving our goals. He encourages individuals to fear negative thoughts and replace them with positive affirmations. Neo highlights the significance of mental health and the need to prioritize our mental well-being. He provides practical tips for maintaining a positive mindset, including daily mental exercises and appreciation practices. Learn more at https://www.neopositivity.com/home