17.Restorative dental hygienist, life with kolbi

In this episode of Open Wide with Julio, we sit down with Kolbi, a restorative dental hygienist who’s redefining what it means to work in clinical dentistry. From placing fillings to balancing patient care with expanded responsibilities, Kolbi shares what it’s really like to step beyond the traditional hygiene role.We dive into how she manages her day-to-day duties, navigates the mental and physical demands of dentistry, and creates a sustainable work-life balance in a fast-paced clinical environment. Whether you’re a pre-dental hygiene student, a current RDH, or just curious about the future of dentistry, this episode gives you a real, behind-the-scenes look at a career that’s evolving in real time.Think of it as your inside pass to what hygiene can look like when you level up.