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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

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JOB SEEKING

How to Improve Your Professional Etiquette Game in 7 Steps

Be Successful in Your Job Search Manners are a huge part of how employers perceive you. So make sure you are putting your best foot forward by utilizing DentalPost’s professional […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted March 06, 2020

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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

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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

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

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Don’t Get Ghosted!

In recent years ghosting describes an unsettling end to a relationship–a friend or someone you are dating who suddenly disappears without any explanation at all. Almost like they are dead […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted August 28, 2019

How to tell if an employee or coworker is going to quit

EMPLOYERS

Is a Valued Team Member About to Make a Move? How to Recognize the Signs and Steps You Can Take.

Something feels different in the office. It’s hard to describe. The patients are happy, with no complaints. The schedule is full, revenue is strong. Internal conflicts among staff are at […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted August 07, 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

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

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JOB SEEKING

How to Land (and Keep) a Job as a Dental Assistant

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, […]

Adrian Johansen
Adrian Johansen

Posted April 10, 2019

Dental temping could be a great fit for you

JOB SEEKING

Dental Temping – What You Need to Know and How to Get Started

You may have heard about the dental temping life, but what does it really entail? Where do you start? Becoming a temporary dental hygienist or assistant is a choice a […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted March 25, 2019

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When Is It Time to Fire Your Dental Employee?

Firing someone is one of the hardest things a business owner or manager has to do. Yet, it’s so important to remove employees that are disruptive to your mission or […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted January 15, 2019

Dental continuing education courses are an important part of keeping your dental knowledge current

Do I Need Dental Continuing Education (CE) Courses?

Dentistry is a rapidly evolving profession, and new techniques and technologies are introduced into the industry daily. If you want to stay current in the dentistry, your education can’t stop with […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted September 18, 2018

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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

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

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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

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JOB SEEKING

How to Become a Dental Hygienist, Assistant, or Lab Technician

If you’re seeking a job in dentistry, you’re in luck; there are many fulfilling careers from which you can choose. While becoming a dentist is the most familiar, it can […]

The DentalPost Team
The DentalPost Team

Posted May 15, 2018

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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

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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

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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

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Ten Tips for a Successful Interview

Congrats! If you are bringing someone in for an interview, you are one step closer to making a hire! The hard work is not over yet though- the interview is […]

Tonya Lanthier, RDH
Tonya Lanthier, RDH

Posted October 18, 2016