Blogs by DentalPost

Transitioning from college life’s familiar comfort to the challenging quest for a new career can be a nerve-racking experience. You’re probably familiar with the saying, ‘Experience is the best teacher.’ […]

Being a dental professional is about so much more than just ensuring day-to-day oral health. The mouth is a window to the rest of the body and tells a lot about a […]

The job market is tighter than ever for registered dental hygienists (RDHs). This begs two questions:  Here are eight steps to better support your dental hygienists to meet practice production […]

If you are thinking of starting your own business, you are not alone. Many hygienists are exploring unconventional business models that allow them the flexibility and freedom of being their […]

When your dental hygienist, dental assistant, or front office team member catches you off guard with a resignation notice, it can send you into a panic because we simply cannot […]

At DentalPost, we frequently hear from job seekers about the less polite and hospitable environments they work in—sometimes “toxic” environments.  In DentalPost’s 2024 Salary Survey, large numbers of respondents said […]

Scaling and root planing? Check.   Periodontal therapy? Check.  Xray expertise. Check.  Emotional Intelligence? Wait, what? For decades, dental hiring managers have sifted through dental candidates based on their hard skills, […]

Is your dental practice experiencing high staff turnover, or have you built a committed team ready to grow together in their dental careers? With over 30% of dental employees looking […]

Open AI (Artificial Intelligence) is making a splash in the news again. Why should you care? If you’re hiring for your dental practice, you might want to check out ChatGPT […]

Our 2023 DentalPost Salary Survey highlighted that, despite pay increases and improvement in overall job satisfaction, 39% of dental office receptionists and associates will be looking for a new job […]

“Company-sponsored,” “employer-sponsored,” or “employer-provided” – whatever you wish to call them, staff benefits are proving to be more than essential for dental employers looking to attract new hires and retain […]

Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat people well enough, so they don’t want to. Sir Richard Branson Finding and hiring the right dental employees is a tall order […]

We all have good and bad days at work. No matter how much we enjoy our jobs, patients, or work colleagues, it’s normal to have “off” days when we know […]

The hiring process can often feel like a balancing act. Potential candidates should be skilled enough to tick all the job requirements while also being a good fit for the […]

Imagine that you’ve seen a dental job listing that ticks all your work and lifestyle requirements. You’ve already applied, interviewed, and received a formal offer. You feel elated, but there’s […]

Looking for a new dental job – for whatever reason – can be a complicated, time-consuming, and emotionally draining process. Even when you find an opportunity that appears to be […]

Have you ever made the wrong assumption about someone after meeting them the first time? Maybe they reminded you of someone who bullied you as a child or had the […]

This article was originally published on May 26th, 2021. It was most recently updated on April 25th, 2022. While the world of dentistry has largely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic, […]

DentalPost Founder & CEO, Tonya Lanthier, RDH, Named in Inc.’s Annual Female Founders 100 List The entrepreneurs on Inc.’s third annual Female Founders 100 list have transformed every major industry […]

As dental professionals, our education prepares and trains us for all sorts of situations and potential disruptions in our practices. We know how to adjust the schedule and skip lunch […]

Almost everyone feels like they are in a pressure cooker when it comes to any type of bargaining, and salary negotiation is no exception. But it doesn’t have to be that way. A little knowledge can turn the heat down and give you confidence in this business discussion.

The Secret Formula to Having Your Dental Dream Team In my previous article, we laid the groundwork for what it will take to successfully hire a winning team. We discussed […]

Imagine this situation. You’ve found the perfect job online. Updated your resume. Checked it for spelling and grammar. Compiled your references. Submitted your application before anyone else. Everything is coming […]

We’ve all been there; you sit down to refresh your resume, and your fingers hover over the keyboard. Where do you even start?! When applying for dental hygienist jobs, your […]

What is Emotional Intelligence? How much do I have? The Oxford dictionary defines Emotional Intelligence (EI) as “the capacity to be aware of, control, and express one’s emotions, and to […]

Those with a keen interest in the dental industry may find incredible job satisfaction as a dental assistant. Not only is this a growing field where you can learn volumes, […]

The dental hygiene board exams are fast approaching and the myriad theories surrounding the concept of successful study almost require a study session of their own. The following 6 tips […]

We often find ourselves looking to spruce up and refresh when spring arrives. From cleaning out closets to washing windows, organizing offices, or even scrubbing social media profiles, we all […]

Many factors affect how long it will take to find the perfect job in dentistry – everything from the current economy to flexibility in terms of hours or pay. While there’s […]

Have you ever thought about how you want to be remembered? What will those who know you best remember most about you? Perhaps you greet everyone with a smile, and cheery […]