Andrea Kowalczyk

Sep 3, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Andrea Kowalczyk

Did you know that patient care extends beyond the operatory? While we strive to provide excellent care when patients are in our chairs, getting them there can be challenging. As prevention and periodontal experts, part of our role is to ensure that patients understand the consequences of missing their oral health appointments. When I started my hygiene career, I didn’t call patients about upcoming appointments.

Jul 17, 2024 | rdhmag.com | Andrea Kowalczyk

Are you in control of your schedule, or is your schedule in control of you? In the demanding field of dental hygiene, it often feels like we're passengers rather than drivers of our workdays. On the days I neglect minimal preparation or planning, I find myself reacting to circumstances rather than shaping them. Even simple tasks, like packing my son's lunch the night before school, can significantly impact how smoothly my day unfolds.

Mar 26, 2024 | dentistryiq.com | Anastassia Stoenelova |Andrea Kowalczyk |James Younger |Maryam Khan

According to November 2023 data from the ADA Health Policy Institute, approximately one third of dentists are actively recruiting to fill dental hygienist positions, and nearly 95% find it “very” or “extremely difficult” to recruit.1Enter the booming temp economy. If you’ve ever considered temping, now is the perfect time to look into it. High demand and short supply have led to an abundance of well-paid temporary hygienist jobs. The best place to find those jobs? Dental staffing applications.

Mar 26, 2024 | dentistryiq.com | Anastassia Stoenelova |Andrea Kowalczyk |James Younger |Kimberly Jones

According to November 2023 data from the ADA Health Policy Institute, approximately one third of dentists are actively recruiting to fill dental hygienist positions, and nearly 95% find it “very” or “extremely difficult” to recruit.1Enter the booming temp economy. If you’ve ever considered temping, now is the perfect time to look into it. High demand and short supply have led to an abundance of well-paid temporary hygienist jobs. The best place to find those jobs? Dental staffing applications.