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Difficult patient

Dealing with difficult patients

We’ve all had them in our chair. The patient that loudly exclaims how much they hate the dentist as they are being seated. Some will even move beyond that declaration and […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted February 08, 2024

The Benefits of Setting Performance Goals in Your Practice

EMPLOYERS

The Benefits of Setting Performance Goals in Your Practice

As a people-pleasing dental hygienist, the idea of measuring my performance by my practice was initially met with resistance. The thought of being evaluated based on sales or the number […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted December 27, 2023

emotional intelligence on a dental team

EMPLOYERS

Emotional Intelligence: The Soft Skill For a High-Performing Dental Team

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, […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted December 13, 2023

Hiring Hard to Manage Easy

EMPLOYERS

Hiring Hard to Manage Easy

In the busy world of dentistry, where every second counts and patient care is paramount, it can be tempting to opt for the quickest solution when hiring new team members. […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted December 06, 2023

great boss

EMPLOYERS

The Benefits of Appreciation and Ways to Show It

Ask any dental practice owner if they value and appreciate their staff, and the answer would be “yes.” The real question is whether this appreciation reaches the employees and do […]

Kimberly Augustus, RDH
Kimberly Augustus, RDH

Posted November 29, 2023

Seek Feedback From Your Manager

JOB SEEKING

4 Ways to Seek Feedback from Your Manager

When was the last time you had a performance review? In a busy dental practice, it’s common for employees to go more than six months, even more than a year, […]

Deborah Bush
Deborah Bush

Posted November 16, 2023

hiring interview

EMPLOYERS

Tactics and Tips for Helping Dental Employees Meet Expectations

In addition to being responsible for managing your direct reports to meet the business’s goals, you also care about them as individuals. Because you care, managing employees to meet expectations […]

Deborah Bush
Deborah Bush

Posted November 16, 2023

Dental Temp Hire

EMPLOYERS

7 Tips to Get More From Your Dental Temp Hire

With dental teams already stretched to the limit, dental temps are more in demand than ever, given less predictable patient loads, holiday schedules, the usual PTO requests, and staffing shortages. […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted November 09, 2023

Turn toxicity into positivity

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

3 Ways to Turn Office Drama Toxicity into Positivity

We all know drama is inevitable, right? The small office drama happens in every workplace, including dental offices. However, rather than participating in gossip and negative conversations about our co-workers, […]

Kimberly Augustus, RDH
Kimberly Augustus, RDH

Posted November 02, 2023

hiring red and green flags

JOB SEEKING

Looking For a New Dental Job? Check For These Red (and Green!) Flags

Have you reached the point where you are considering venturing out on a job search? In today’s competitive job market, it is absolutely essential to maintain a vigilant and discerning […]

Kimberly Augustus, RDH
Kimberly Augustus, RDH

Posted October 04, 2023

Reasons You're Not Getting Applicants

EMPLOYERS

5 Reasons You’re Not Getting Applicants on Your Dental Job Ad

“Job post despair.” We see it over and over again. Day 1: You agonize for 45 minutes over the perfect job posting.  Then, DONE, click…posted.  Day 2: Crickets. Nothing. Day […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted September 26, 2023

Building trust

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Strengthening the Dental Team: Building Trust in the Dental Office

In a dental office, trust is everything. Seriously! It’s like the secret sauce that makes the whole team work together like a well-oiled machine. We’re talking precision, expertise, and compassionate […]

Tina Clarke, RDH
Tina Clarke, RDH

Posted September 21, 2023

reignite-your-passion-for-dentistry

JOB SEEKING

Losing Your Dental Mojo? How To Reignite Your Passion for Dentistry.

Dentistry feels like it’s at a tipping point as dental offices continue to struggle with balancing patient demands against ongoing staffing shortages. Appointments are being shortened to accommodate overflowing schedules, […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted August 11, 2023

interview questions

JOB SEEKING

How to Master 3 Popular Interview Questions

Stepping into the world of dental professionals is a journey paved with hard work, dedication, and a passion for enhancing oral health and smiles. As you embark on this path, […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted August 03, 2023

Employee Appreciation

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Do You Feel (and Give) the Love?

It’s no secret that every person in the dental office plays a vital role in the success of a practice. From the receptionist who greets patients with a smile to […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted June 27, 2023

Actions to boost retention

EMPLOYERS

4 Actions to Boost Dental Team Retention and Satisfaction

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 […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted June 07, 2023

interviewing-with-precision-10-essential-questions-to-ask

JOB SEEKING

Interviewing with Precision: 10 Essential Questions to Ask

Exploring new job opportunities in dentistry is very exciting – and there’s never been a better time for dental professionals looking to grow their careers! From clinical roles as a […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted June 07, 2023

10-things-to-consider-before-you-say-yes-to-your-next-clinical-position-part-2

JOB SEEKING

10 Things To Consider Before You Say “Yes” To Your Next Clinical Position (Part 2)

Part 2 of 2 Saying “YES” to your next clinical position can simultaneously be filled with excitement and doubt. Starting a new page of your professional book can be thrilling […]

Tina Clarke, RDH
Tina Clarke, RDH

Posted May 31, 2023

feeling-the-burnout-5-steps-to-help-reset

EMPLOYERS

Feeling the Burn(out)? 5 Steps to Help Reset.

DentalPost is exploring the cyclical trends in dentistry recently revealed by the 2023 Dental Salary Survey that saw input from over 15,000 dental professionals nationwide. From pay cuts to burnout […]

Laura Sandino
Laura Sandino

Posted May 31, 2023

chatgpt ai

EMPLOYERS

Can AI Help You Write a Better Dental Job Description?

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 […]

DentalPost
DentalPost

Posted May 17, 2023

dental hygienist work life balance

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Dental Hygiene Rated Among Top Jobs for Work-Life Balance

Flexibility, including work-life balance, was one of the main things that drew me into dental hygiene. As a dental assistant in high school, I watched the hygienists balance their family […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted April 12, 2023

Steps to create positive work environment

EMPLOYERS

5 Steps to Create a Positive Work Environment For Your Dental Front Office Team

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 […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted March 06, 2023

dental assistant

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

5 Secret Powers of Superhero Dental Assistants

Celebrating Dental Assistants This Week and Every Week Often overlooked and misunderstood, dental assistants (DAs) are the lifeblood of smooth-running dental offices. And it isn’t until they take a day […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted March 06, 2023

love your dental job

JOB SEEKING

Fall Back In Love With Your Dental Career

A career in the dental field can be highly rewarding; however, like other careers, it can have its highs and lows that can challenge our decision to forgo a career […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted October 04, 2022

dental hygienist

JOB SEEKING

Would Your Smile Be Bigger At Another Dental Practice?

You’ve applied for new jobs, won an interview for a very attractive position, and received a job offer. Congratulations!  The excitement of getting a great offer often propels us to […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted August 29, 2022

Retain your dental team

EMPLOYERS

4 Tips to Reengage and Retain Your Dental Team

Disconnects can occur even in great cultures. Dental employees who were once highly engaged can lose their interest and enthusiasm. For example, a disconnect (gap) between an employee’s new sense […]

Deborah Bush
Deborah Bush

Posted August 15, 2022

dental job search

JOB SEEKING

The Pros and Cons of Dental Job Searching 

At some point in our lives, we all experience the desire to leave our job in search of better opportunities. In 2022 alone, it is expected that one in five […]

Allie Morgan, RDH
Allie Morgan, RDH

Posted August 15, 2022

6-reasons-why-dental-employees-leave-great-practice-cultures

EMPLOYERS

6 Reasons Why Dental Employees Leave Great Practice Cultures

You’ve done a phenomenal job of building a great culture of behaviors, systems, and practices based on core values the entire team seems to embrace. Team members support one another […]

Deborah Bush
Deborah Bush

Posted August 08, 2022

dental job market

EMPLOYERS

Dental Job Market Update: Increase Employee Engagement & Retention

Halfway through 2022, The Great Resignation has continued to plague the dental job market.  Potential dental receptionist candidates are deciding to go into other industries where remote work is possible. […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted July 11, 2022

dental employee benefits

EMPLOYERS

Why Dental Employee Benefits Matter

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 […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted June 12, 2022

dental staff engagement

EMPLOYERS

3 Ways to Grow Dental Staff Engagement

“Fulfilled employees don’t want to leave.” Saurav Atri, Gallup In today’s challenging recruitment landscape, employee fulfillment and well-being should be at the top of the priority list for dental employers […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted June 11, 2022

dental team success

EMPLOYERS

How to Set Your Dental Team Up For Success

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 […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted May 11, 2022

stay interviews

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Is Your Dental Practice Doing “Stay” Interviews?

It’s late Thursday afternoon and you’re wrapping up some paperwork, ready to head into the weekend when your best hygienist peeks her head in and asks to speak with you.  […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted April 04, 2022

job satisfaction

EMPLOYERS

Dental Job Satisfaction Poll Reveals How to Boost Retention & Engagement

Following DentalPost’s recently released annual salary survey, we conducted a dental job satisfaction poll of 551 dental professionals in February to find out: What is driving dental workers to look […]

Deborah Bush
Deborah Bush

Posted February 24, 2022

toxic dental employee

EMPLOYERS

Spotting A Toxic Dental Employee Before You Hire Them

Given the uncertainty of the world, many people are living and operating from a place of fear, so it’s understandable that employees may feel a bit disenchanted or burned out. […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted February 16, 2022

employee turnover

EMPLOYERS

At Risk For Dental Employee Turnover In 2022?

Over the last year, dental workers have returned to the job market in large numbers, and many returning workers took positions with new employers. With the current shortage of dental […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted January 19, 2022

burnout

JOB SEEKING

Battling Burnout? Time to Reset.

Most of us are living in a chronic state of fatigue and burnout. The daily rhythm of our workday creates fatigue, requiring us to rest and retreat. We must first […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted January 06, 2022

jobseeker season

EMPLOYERS

Will There Be a January Jobseeker Season?

Before “pandemic times”, dental professionals seeking new jobs would predictably begin dusting off their resumes in December, preparing to search for their next dental job at the start of the […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted December 20, 2021

Tameka Lee, RDH

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Diverse Voices In Dentistry: Q&A with Tameka S. Lee, Empower RDH

Our Diverse Voices series continues with someone whose mission to inspire and empower hygienists is one that is near and dear to my heart. Fellow RDH and founder of Empower RDH, […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted October 13, 2021

Susan Quan, MPH, MBA, RDH

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Diverse Voices In Dentistry: Q&A with Susan Quan

As part of our recent SmartView launch, DentalPost is elevating diverse voices and leaders in dentistry so that we can all better understand their perspectives on how to propel our […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted September 30, 2021

diverse-voices-male-hygienist

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Diverse Voices In Dentistry: A Male Hygienist Shares His Story

Last week, I was so excited to launch SmartView, a new DentalPost feature, a long time in the making, that empowers dental hiring managers to conduct candidate screening without candidate […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted September 21, 2021

reduce hiring bias

EMPLOYERS

Reduce Screening Bias to Find the Best Candidates

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 […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted August 19, 2021

from burnout to liftoff

From Burnout to Liftoff: Are You Ready?

This past weekend, I watched along with the world as Richard Branson, CEO of Virgin Atlantic, made history as the first to launch civilian passengers (including 3 of his employees) […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted July 14, 2021

workplace culture

EMPLOYERS

11 Actions to Build a Better Dental Practice Culture

Every time we take a dental industry poll, the top reasons cited for leaving an employer remain constant. The two hot button issues for dental professionals are wanting to leave […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted June 24, 2021

eco-friendly

How the Dental Industry Is Becoming More Eco-Friendly

Is your dental office green? What is your practice doing to reduce their carbon footprint and become eco-friendly? Every year, we learn more and more about the threat of climate […]

Adrian Johansen
Adrian Johansen

Posted April 22, 2021

dental assistant recognition

8 Ways to Recognize Dental Assistants

There is so much to appreciate about Dental Assistants, as they are essential to the prosperity of a dental practice. Their delivery of safe and successful dental care, in addition […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted March 12, 2021

dental holidays

National Dental Holidays to Celebrate at Your Practice

Recognizing your dental team with gratitude for their hard work over the year is quintessential to having a successful practice. Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are great examples of appreciation […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted March 03, 2021

Ego is the Enemy of Collaboration

Ego is the Enemy of Collaboration. Here are 3 Ways to Get Past It.

Whether you’ve worked 10 days or 20 years, we likely all have a good ego story, whether it’s an embarrassing personal experience or an experience we had with a colleague […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted February 16, 2021

appreciation thank you

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Dental Team Appreciation

When was the last time you felt truly appreciated?  Whether you are in the role of boss, employee, parent, or friend, we all need to feel like what we are […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted October 22, 2020

tonya

JOB SEEKING

Why I Became a Dental Hygienist (and would again!)

Sometimes it takes something major to cause you to reevaluate every aspect of your life. For all the challenges and disruption the pandemic has brought, it has also forced us […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted October 06, 2020

growth mindset

Use a “Growth Mindset” to Be Ready for Your Dental Comeback!

Do You Have a Comeback Mindset? When the doors to your practice open, will you be ready? Will you be standing shoulder-to-shoulder with team members who are ready? Our ability […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted April 29, 2020

virtual huddles

Dentists Dish: Staying Connected Through Virtual Huddles

In a recent blog, we talked about the importance of a weekly team huddle. This week, we checked in with Dentists about what is working in their virtual huddles and […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted April 21, 2020

virtual huddle

Keeping Your Culture With a Virtual Huddle

A Virtual Huddle is a great idea to help keep everyone unified. Everyone is feeling the uncertainty of how the Covid-19 pandemic will play out.  In many cases, you have […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted March 20, 2020

the hiring formula

EMPLOYERS

The Hiring Process for a Winning Dental Team

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 […]

Christine Brooke
Christine Brooke

Posted March 02, 2020

Hiring formula for winning teams

EMPLOYERS

Focus on Your Practice Culture to Build Your Dental Dream Team

Get Ready to Make your Dream Team a Reality Surely, we would all agree, that we could not have a successful practice without patients. And, without a winning team, we […]

Christine Brooke
Christine Brooke

Posted February 17, 2020

burnout

JOB SEEKING

Ready to Move On? 5 Signs It’s Time to Quit (And How to Be 100% Sure)

This article was originally published on January 17th, 2020. It was most recently updated on April 19th, 2022. 2021 was dubbed the year of the ‘Great Resignation.’ It’s little wonder […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted January 17, 2020

the hiring formula

How High Is Your EI? Emotional Intelligence is the New “Smart.”

Did you know that your ability to recognize and respond to your emotions can directly tie to your level of success in life? It’s called “Emotional Intelligence” (EI) and it is […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted December 13, 2019

quit

5 Tips to Quit Your Dental Job Like a Pro

If you’ve ever had to quit a job, you know it can get messy and emotional. Tempers flare, confusion ensues, feelings get hurt — quitting a job isn’t an inherently […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted November 13, 2019

See the cost of a bad hire

EMPLOYERS

The Cost of a Bad Hire

Can you imagine how (understandably) frustrated your team would be if you hired your mom, wife or girlfriend for a job they were totally unqualified for? While hiring mistakes usually […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted November 08, 2019

HIPAA and Dental Records: What Do You Need to Know?

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

HIPAA and Dental Records: What Do You Need to Know?

Many healthcare professionals forget about the sensitive nature of dental records when it comes to cybersecurity breaches, privacy, and confidentiality. Patient profiles in dental offices contain many of the elements […]

Adrian Johansen
Adrian Johansen

Posted November 08, 2019

quit

When is it Time to Leave Your Dental Home?

Despite a Gallup poll suggesting only 13% of us are engaged in our work environments, most of us will stay in the same boring position because we fear change, lack […]

Dr. Lisa Knowles
Dr. Lisa Knowles

Posted November 03, 2019

dental assistant

Continuing Education for Dental Assistants Is Essential!

Continuing Education courses are the building blocks of your career. Yet I’ve heard it many times over the years and to this day, assistants will tell me they are told they don’t […]

Tija Hunter
Tija Hunter

Posted October 22, 2019

Emotional intelligience is the key to a successful workplace

EMPLOYERS

Why Emotional Intelligence is Crucial to Hiring the Right Candidate

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 […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted September 06, 2019

interviewing signs

JOB SEEKING

Home, Sweet Home? 4 Signs You are Interviewing at a Great Office

There is no doubt about it. Job interviews can be scary and nerve-wracking. You are anxious and working hard to sell yourself so this dental office will hire you. While […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted August 01, 2019

These 7 exercises are perfect for dental professionals

The 7 Best Exercises for Dental Professionals

Sitting hunched over patients’ mouths for several hours a day is extremely taxing on your body. Dental hygienists and dentists are prone to problems as a result of poor working […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted July 15, 2019

Dental Lab Technician

The Dental Lab Technician: A Unique Member of Your Dental Team

Often forgotten, the dental lab technician (tech) is a valuable member of any dental team. We’re usually huddled away in a separate location, sometimes miles away, musing over a case. […]

Caitlin Dawson
Caitlin Dawson

Posted June 21, 2019

smartphone-apps-for-dental-professionals

5 Must-Have Smartphone Apps for Dental Professionals

As the saying goes, “there’s an app for that” and dentistry is no exception. From studying x-rays to making appointments, we rely on apps to help us more efficiently do […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted June 07, 2019

Is your dental team working together?

Is Your Dental Team Working Together?

The Complainer. The Bully. The Slacker. The Gossip. The Slob. The Flirt. The Drama Queen. Sound like the cast of characters from Glee or Mean Girls? Unfortunately, these personality types […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted May 19, 2019

gifts for dental professionals

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

5 Great Gifts for Dental Professionals

When buying gifts to show appreciation for your team members, coworkers, or colleagues, it may be challenging to know where to turn for highly usable and highly desirable gifts that […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted May 17, 2019

job satisfaction

How to Build a Job Ad that Attracts your Culture

Going through the recruiting process can be time-consuming and exhausting. Starting with a solid job ad will help make the hiring process easier and attract the right culture and top […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted May 12, 2019

Emotional intelligience is the key to a successful workplace

5 Ways to Handle a Difficult Coworker

Every working professional runs into a problematic coworker eventually. It’s simply the odds of working with other people. Not everyone you work with will mesh or vibe with your personality […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted May 10, 2019

4 must ask interview questions when staffing

JOB SEEKING

Interview Checklist: How Dental Grads Can Nail a Dental Interview

Congratulations – you’ve made it to the dental interview stage. If this is your first job out of school, you might be looking for some guidance. First off, pat yourself […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted May 07, 2019

arizona-law-helping-practicing-dental-hygienists

New Arizona Law Making it Easier for Practicing Dental Hygienists

Moving is hard. Not just the packing, house hunting, school searching and don’t even get me started about finding an emergency contact for your kid’s paperwork, but if you hold […]

Amanda Hill, RDH
Amanda Hill, RDH

Posted April 29, 2019

front office manager

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

6 Things Dental Office Managers Do That Keep Us Smiling

A tireless dental office manager is at the center of every great dental office. They’re typically the first ones in and the last ones out and make sure that our […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted April 18, 2019

tips-for-graduates-from-real-dental-professionals

JOB SEEKING

Tips For Graduates (From Real Dental Professionals)

Stepping outside the comfort zone of college life to knock on the door of a new career can feel daunting. You’ve probably heard the saying ‘experience itself is the best […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted February 17, 2019

are-you-a-workaholic-here-are-some-signs

Are You a Workaholic? Here Are Some Signs.

“Workaholic” is a tricky word. Everyone knows a self-describing “workaholic.” It’s even possible you’ve been called a workaholic once or twice. But — and let’s be clear — there is […]

Jennifer Reeves
Jennifer Reeves

Posted August 07, 2018

Tips to Make the Most of Your Employer Profile

EMPLOYERS

7 Tips to Make the Most of Your DentalPost Employer Profile

Let’s face it: finding great help can be hard in the era of digital dentistry and technology. Sifting through dozens of random resumes, finding the applicants with the right skills […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted February 29, 2024

Investing in advanced technologies is one of the five dental industry trends that

5 Dental Industry Trends to Pay Attention To

Dental industry trends are constantly changing, and it’s important to stay on top of them to ensure you’re providing the latest and greatest to your patients. Here are five dental […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted June 19, 2018

Land dental jobs and more with these 5 important tips.

JOB SEEKING

5 Skills in High Demand for Dental Jobs

You’ve been through the right training, you’re comfortable with the instruments, and now you’re ready to interview for dental jobs. However, concrete dental skills are only half the battle here; […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted June 12, 2018

dental front office

EMPLOYERS

9 Expert Dental Office Management Tips to Enhance Your Practice

Plenty of forums and sites offer seemingly magic “dental office management tips” to dental professionals. Here’s the truth: there’s no “secret formula” to running a dental practice. It requires a […]

Kyle Zak
Kyle Zak

Posted June 05, 2018

improve-communication-dental-office-tips

Improve Communication in Your Dental Office with These Tips

When you want to provide excellent customer service to your patients and streamline how your dental office runs, it’s time to look at ways to improve communication. When your dental […]

Ken Rhie
Ken Rhie

Posted April 24, 2018

dental-school-what-to-know-before-you-start

JOB SEEKING

Dental School: What to Know Before You Start

Ask any dentist about dental school and they’ll tell you it can be both the best and most challenging time of their careers. While that sounds daunting, it’s a necessary […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted April 17, 2018

dental-assistants-love-job

What Dental Assistants Love Most About Their Job

Happy Dental Assistant Recognition week! We asked the dental community why they loved being a dental assistant and the response was overwhelming! We received hundreds of responses from dental assistants […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted March 20, 2018

challenges-dental-assistant-face

4 Big Dental Assistant Challenges & How to Handle Them

There are many reasons to enjoy a career as a dental assistant. It’s fairly sociable, you get to perform meaningful tasks in the practice, and it is a great step […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted March 13, 2018

women in dentistry

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

Women in Dentistry Changing the Industry

Women in dentistry are (and have been) leading the industry for years. The success and strength of women in the workplace are becoming a bigger focus for our industry and […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted March 06, 2018

dentist and dental assistant do dental work on a patient

6 Thoughts All Dental Hygienists Have While On the Job

Dental hygienists don’t get enough praise. Spend just a few months in the profession, and you’ll quickly see how wild it can actually be. You deserve a hug. While every […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted February 20, 2018

finding a dental job

JOB SEEKING

5 Tips to Finding a Dental Job You Love

As many dental job seekers come to discover, finding a dental job is a lot like dating; you ask your friends (or the internet) to match you up, put your […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted February 07, 2018

great boss

EMPLOYERSJOB SEEKING

4 Tell-Tale Signs You Have a Great Boss

I’ve worked in a lot of different dental offices throughout my career — while trying to start a family, I temped in over 100 offices! So, I have certainly seen […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted June 13, 2017

3-reasons-continual-training-essential

3 Reasons Why Continual Training Is Essential

Dental managers and owners invest a great deal of time and money in making sure that their office equipment is well-maintained and up to current standards. But many practices overlook […]

Janelle Storck
Janelle Storck

Posted October 24, 2016

dental hygienist

JOB SEEKING

Can Hygienists Be Their Own Boss?

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 […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted May 03, 2016

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EMPLOYERS

Why Doing Good is Good for Business

In 2007, business mogul and entrepreneur Sir Richard Branson created a movement for business owners called Capitalism 24902 to be a force for good in the world. In an article […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted November 10, 2015

Purpose and security in your dental career

JOB SEEKING

A Dental Career Provides Purpose and Security

All of the aspects that positively affect the psychology of a person’s well-being -purpose, meaning, identity, fulfillment, creativity – are absent in the average job. Seventy percent of Americans do not […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted October 28, 2015

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EMPLOYERS

Onboarding: Sink or Swim

Think back to your first day of high school. Did you have butterflies in your stomach? Were you worried about finding your classrooms, making new friends, or forgetting your locker […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted August 05, 2015

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JOB SEEKING

Applying for THE Job: 10 Helpful Tips for Job Seekers

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 […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted June 24, 2015

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Corporate or Boutique?

The Pros and Cons of Big Vs. Small Dentistry If you look at Wal-Mart vs. the little shoe shop on the corner you will begin to understand the differences between […]

Dr. Lisa Knowles
Dr. Lisa Knowles

Posted May 12, 2015

Characteristics of excellent dental employers

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Excellent Dental Employers Have These 7 Characteristics

Any experienced dentist-employer knows that staff stability is critically important in maintaining long-term patient relationships and reducing overhead costs associated with employee turnover and training. Just as the business owner […]

Dr. Wayne Kerr
Dr. Wayne Kerr

Posted May 20, 2014