Putting the “Comprehensive” Back in the Hygiene Department!

A skilled team of hygienists is one of the most important assets that a dental practice can have. As an integral member of the dental team, a hygienist assists with all kinds of tasks that contribute to improving the comprehensive level of care that a dentist can provide for their patients. But when it comes to the dental hygienist field, there are inherently going to be discrepancies across the board in technical knowledge and skill, among other attributes.

This is where a dental hygiene growth plan becomes invaluable; by providing hygienists with the means to enhance their practice’s hygiene department, the entirety of the practice will benefit in many incredible ways. Keep reading below to learn a little more about how skilled hygienists bolster the level of care a dental practice can provide, along with how our dental hygiene growth program can help.

The Worthwhile Benefits of a Skilled Hygienist

When a patient goes to the dentist, the name listed on the door is not the only person they’re receiving care from; as soon as they’re seated, their smile is placed in the hands of the hygienist team. Dental hygienists are quite busy during these visits and typically handle the following:

• Removing tartar, stains, and plaque from teeth
• Applying sealants and fluorides to help protect teeth
• Taking and developing dental X-rays
• Assessing patients’ oral health and reporting findings to dentists
• Documenting patient care and treatment plans
• Educating patients about oral hygiene techniques, such as how to brush and floss correctly

To effectively carry out all of these duties, dental hygienists must have the knowledge and experience to use certain tools, perform certain techniques, and inform patients about everything that falls under the vast category of oral wellness. This means that skilled dental hygienists that are able to contribute to a comprehensive and high-quality level of service ultimately increase the value of their practice.

How a Dental Hygiene Growth Program Can Help

There is perhaps no better way of enhancing the worth and allure of a dental practice than by the way of a dental hygiene growth program. Not too different from how a dentist never stops learning and becoming more skilled once they graduate from dental school, the hygiene growth program ensures that the level of care provided by hygienists has no true ceiling and can ultimately pay impressive dividends for the practice as a whole.

This is done through a comprehensive, all-encompassing approach that highlights several key components of the business, among other things including enhanced communication, improved time management, distinguished adjunctive services, and other areas that don’t just improve ROI (return on investment), but also the inherent capabilities of the practice. The end result is a practice that isn’t just capable of excellent care, but one that patients flock to come back to due to the positive impact felt through the hygienist team.

When it comes to augmenting a dental practice, there are several things to look at—but perhaps the most obvious thing to consider is the impact that the hygienist team is having and how it could be further improved.

About Next Level Consultants

Under the expert leadership of Mike Dinsio and Paula Quinn, the skilled team at Next Level Consultants has helped countless dentists and dental practices thrive and prosper. With their combined knowledge of the industry and passion to produce results, they’re committed to providing an exceptional level of assistance and giving your practice the edge it needs to succeed. If you have any questions about their dental hygiene program, don’t hesitate to contact them today!