How Hygienists Unlock Growth in Your Dental Practice
Dentistry Beyond the NumbersMay 29, 202500:29:22

How Hygienists Unlock Growth in Your Dental Practice

In this illuminating episode of Dentistry Beyond the Numbers, Dr. Marc Liechtung sits down with the incredibly accomplished Lacy Walker, RDH, BS, FAADH, FAAOSH, to explore the often-underestimated business impact of dental hygienists. Lacy, an international speaker and author with over 25 years of experience, shares invaluable insights on how hygienists drive practice success.

Discover:

Why hygienists are critical leaders in the dental team and how their beliefs influence patient trust.
The importance of open-ended questions and building rapport to understand a patient's full lifestyle.
How hygienists can effectively collaborate with dentists on treatment planning to enhance patient acceptance.
Lacy's passion for the oral-systemic connection and how it transforms patient care and practice production.
The role of continuing education, adjunctive therapies (like salivary diagnostics), and AI in elevating the hygiene department.
Strategies for facilitating same-day dentistry and leveraging hygienists for practice efficiency.
Why seeing hygienists as "tooth cleaners" misses their vast potential for comprehensive patient health.
Tune in to understand how investing in your hygiene team can lead to phenomenal patient experiences and sustained practice growth!

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