The DSO Hygienist
"The DSO Hygienist" is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of dental hygiene within Dental Service Organizations (DSOs). Guests include industry experts and seasoned dental hygienists sharing their experiences, expertise, and advice. This podcast delves into various aspects of dental hygiene practice within the context of DSOs.
Listeners can expect insightful discussions on topics such as best practices in dental hygiene, emerging trends in the field, advancements in technology and techniques, career development opportunities, and the unique challenges and rewards of working within a DSO setting.
Whether you're a seasoned dental hygienist looking to stay updated on industry trends or a student aspiring to join the field, "The DSO Hygienist" offers valuable insights, tips, and inspiration to enhance your practice and career in the dynamic world of DSO dental hygiene.
The DSO Hygienist
Fostering Active Participation: Strategies for Patient Engagement in Dentistry
Ann-Marie C. DePalma, CDA, RDH, MEd, CDIPC, FADIA, FAADH, FADHA is a graduate of the Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists, Northeastern University and the University of Massachusetts Boston. Ann-Marie is a Fellow of the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries (ADIA), a Fellow of the American Academy of Dental Hygiene (AADH), a continuous member and Fellow of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), as well as a lifetime member of the American Association of Dental Office Management (AADOM). She is the 2017 Esther Wilkins Distinguished Alumni of Forsyth Award recipient. She is also certified in Dental Infection Prevention and Control. Ann-Marie has been published in dental and dental hygiene publications and textbooks. She is a consultant dental hygiene examiner for CDCA-WREB-CITA, the national dental/dental hygiene competency assessment organization.
Ann-Marie presents continuing education programs for dental team members on a variety of topics. She has been employed as a software trainer, a business/clinical advisor for a national dental practice management company, a faculty member of a dental hygiene program and program chair of a dental assisting program after having been employed in clinical hygiene for a number of years.
You can contact her at https://calendly.com/d/yqb-bgv-yw5/30min or her website depalmaannmarie.com
music credit: "Seize the day" by Andrey Rossi