Hygiene partnering, Part 2.

Abstract

Today's technology is full of magic and delight in the hygiene arena. Throughout the years, dental hygiene has shifted into a thriving career, and hygienists have welcomed the new role with open arms. Innovation, technology, and partnering have also taken the concept of codiagnosis and comprehensive care to a higher level in the hygiene department. These benefits, combined with more sophisticated patient-centered communication skills and team-centered management philosophies will, without doubt, secure the future of dental hygiene departments in practices worldwide. Moreover, smart practices remaining committed to attracting, training, and retaining only high-caliber staff with interdependent, overlapping talent will find the most reward in helping their patients achieve and maintain optimum oral health for a lifetime.