#3 - Chelsea Homire: Evolving the Dental Assistant's Role: Education Opportunities for a Digital Practice

In this episode of the Evolution of Dental Podcast, Rob Norton sits down with Chelsea Homire, EFDA, co-founder of the Digital Dental Assistant Academy, to discuss how digital technology is reshaping the role of the dental assistant. Chelsea shares insights into the current state of dental education, the growing demand for digital skills in modern practices, and why many assistants are entering the workforce without the training needed to support today’s digital workflows. The conversation explores practical approaches to digital education, the importance of structured learning, and how empowering dental assistants can elevate the efficiency and confidence of the entire dental team. This episode is ideal for dental professionals interested in improving team training, adopting digital workflows, and preparing their practice for the future of dentistry.