Advocacy, Voice, and the Future of Dental Hygiene

Advocacy in dental hygiene isn’t just about legislation—it starts in the operatory.In this episode of Scaling the Truth with Alicia, we explore how everyday clinical challenges, workplace dynamics, and professional expectations all connect to the bigger picture of advocacy and respect within our field.Alicia shares personal experiences from over three decades in dental hygiene, along with insights from her work in leadership and advocacy, to highlight:How far the profession has come—and where it’s still stuckWhy involvement in your professional organization mattersThe connection between clinical conditions and professional valueHow your voice can influence the future of dental hygieneFeaturing a Hygiene Unfiltered listener story that brings real-world perspective to the conversation.This episode features a listener story from Betsy ofDentEdge Sharpening, LLCProviding on-site dental instrument sharpening to support hygienists in Knoxville and surrounding areas with optimal clinical performance, ergonomics, and patient comfort. Contact her at 423-351-3013Have a story to share about burnout, advocacy, patient care, or real-life hygiene experiences?Submit here (anonymous option available):👉 https://bit.ly/scalingthetruthsubmitOr email directly:📧 [email protected] story could be featured in an upcoming episode of Scaling the Truth with Alicia.