Navigating an unsupportive dental team can be a challenging experience for temporary dental hygienists. When working in a dental practice, it is important to maintain a positive and productive work environment. However, this can be difficult when faced with a dental team that is unsupportive and disengaged. Temporary dental hygienists often work in a [...]
Dental practices often face the challenge of managing difficult patients. Temporary dental hygienists are an integral part of the dental team and play a critical role in ensuring a positive patient experience. In this blog post, we'll discuss strategies and tips for handling difficult patients and maintaining a professional demeanor in a dental setting. [...]
As a dental assistant, maintaining a work life balance can be challenging. You may find yourself working long hours, dealing with stressful situations, and constantly being on your feet. However, it's essential to maintain a work-life balance to prevent burnout and maintain your overall well-being. Here are some tips to help dental assistants maintain a [...]
Most people understand the significance of dental hygiene, so why do approximately 21.3% of adults in the US rarely visit dentists? The most common reasons behind the lack of dental appointments are anxiety and costs. Another important factor that significantly contributes to this situation is the lack of trust between dentists and clients. Hence, it’s [...]
Dental clinics and offices have significantly benefited from using a dental placement agency. In fact, outsourcing is one of the most successful strategies owners of dental practices use. Hiring a dental agency has only been increasing in popularity over time. There are many benefits to hiring a dental agency. We are going to go over [...]
As seniors continue to be a growing segment of the Canadian population, so does the demand for access to reputable health and dental care. In recognition of these needs, the Government of Ontario recently implemented a program to build and develop resources that improve access to dental care for seniors. The Region of Halton embraces [...]
Throughout history, dentistry has been somewhat of a male-dominated field, especially in leadership and education roles. This is no longer the case. With more women in the dental profession than before, there is a large importance in recognizing and supporting women in dentistry. Female dentist Dr. Effie Habsha recognized the need to connect women in [...]
What do you do when you have a problem without a solution? For dentist Dr. James Younger, you build one. It all started in 2015 with a 4 a.m. text and a full schedule. With a sick dental hygienist and no replacement, Dr. Younger began to personally call patients, cancelling their appointments for the day. [...]
Dentistry goes far beyond giving patients a healthy smile. In some cases, it can mean improving someone’s quality of life. Dr. James Younger knows this all too well. That’s why he felt the need to help About Face, a Canadian charitable organization offering support to individuals with facial differences. About Face aims to promote and enhance [...]
Graduates from Georgian College’s Dental Hygiene program can now be recognized for their outstanding achievements thanks to Dr. James Younger, founder of TempStars. After being introduced to the faculty at Georgian College by a colleague, Dr. Younger proposed the idea of a graduation award in order to recognize one student who displayed exceptional work ethic [...]
