The Role of Hygienists in Building a High-Performing Dental Team

Описание: 💡 What makes a truly high-performing dental team?
In this episode of The High Performing Dental Team Podcast, Dayna Johnson and Claire Dickinson dive into the vital role of hygienists in driving patient care, trust, and collaboration across the practice.

They explore the real-world challenges new hygienists face, the importance of using diagnostic tools effectively, and how to foster a culture of care that strengthens relationships between doctors, hygienists, and patients. Dayna and Claire also discuss how hygienists can take ownership of their roles, view themselves as mini business owners, and create lasting impact in their practices.

Key Takeaways:

Hygienists are essential educators and leaders in patient care
New hygienists often face unexpected real-world challenges
Teamwork and trust fuel long-term practice success
Diagnostic tools improve patient outcomes and confidence
Compensation should reflect the true value hygienists bring
Health history reviews are critical for personalized care
Creating a culture of care fosters stronger team dynamics
Hygienists should think like business owners to elevate results
Building value in treatment increases patient acceptance

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dental Hygiene Month and Guest Introduction
02:11 The Role of Hygienists in Patient Education
05:18 Real-World Challenges for New Hygienists
08:45 Building Collaborative Relationships in the Practice
11:22 The Importance of Diagnostic Tools
13:47 Understanding Compensation and Value in Hygiene
17:13 The Significance of Health History Reviews
19:28 Creating a Patient-Centric Culture
22:30 Trust Between Hygienists and Doctors
25:39 Empowering Hygienists as Mini Business Owners
28:03 Conclusion and Future Topics

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