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Hygienists as Partners in Oral Health: Lessons from Brandi Hooker Evans

Jun 5, 2024

I'm thrilled to share the latest insights from the Love Your Practice podcast featuring a captivating discussion between myself and Brandi Hooker Evans. In this episode, we explored the essential aspects of elevating oral health care through a patient-focused and teamwork-oriented approach.

Brandi and I highlighted the importance of building strong relationships with patients in dental practice and the crucial role of hygienists in understanding and supporting patients' needs. We also delved into the potential consequences of patients making uninformed decisions about their oral health and the importance of a collaborative approach to serving patients.

Brandi, a seasoned hygienist and practice owner, offered valuable insights and tools for implementing her patient-focused approach, including a study club and her book, "Dentists, Hygienists, and Cows," available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. The book provides practical advice on empowering patients in their health journey.

During the discussion, we explored the burden often carried by dentists in seeking validation from patients and how shifting the focus to offering the best care can alleviate this burden. We also emphasized the significance of teamwork, professionalism, and a commitment to elevating the standard of care in dental practices.

One of the most impactful insights involved approaching hygienists about expanding their responsibilities to provide better patient care. We discussed the potential benefits of this shift for both the hygienists and the practice, such as increased earnings and improved patient care. Brandi also highlighted the financial benefits of scheduling appropriately for hygienists, preventing them from feeling overworked and contributing to increased production and elevated care.

The episode also addressed the importance of involving hygienists in restorative treatment plans and recognizing their invaluable contributions.

We are thrilled to share these insights with you and hope you find them valuable and applicable to your practice. 

Highlights from this episode:

  1. Patient Empowerment: Involving patients in their oral health decisions.
  2. Team Collaboration: Building a supportive and engaged work environment. 
  3. Hygienist's Role: Elevating the value and responsibilities of hygienists. 
  4. Business Knowledge: Understanding the business aspect of dental practice. 
  5. Patient-Centered Care: Prioritizing high-quality and individualized patient care. 
  6. Energy and Enthusiasm: Cultivating a positive and productive team environment. 
  7. Practice Efficiency: Utilizing scheduling to optimize patient care and production

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