Are we the most divided we’ve ever been? Why hygienists are hurting us

    May 1, 2025
    The dental profession is divided in so many ways, whether over fluoride, professional organizations, or private practice. Join us in this episode of Gloves Off as we talk about some of the things that are most polarizing in the dental hygiene realm.
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    The dental profession is divided in so many ways, whether over fluoride, professional organizations, or private practice. We cling tightly to our beliefs, which it makes it hard to have open-minded conversations with others. Join us in this episode of Gloves Off as we talk about some of the things that are most polarizing in the dental hygiene realm.

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    Editor’s note: This video first appeared in Clinical Insights newsletter, a publication of the Endeavor Business Media Dental Group. Read more articles and subscribe.

    About the Author

    David R. Rice, DDS | Chief editor

    Founder of the nation’s largest student and new-dentist community, igniteDDS, David R. Rice, DDS, travels the world speaking, writing, and connecting today’s top young dentists with tomorrow’s most successful dental practices. He is the editorial director of DentistryIQ and leads a team-centered restorative and implant practice in East Amherst, New York. With 27 years of practice in the books, Dr. Rice is trained at the Pankey Institute, the Dawson Academy, Spear Education, and most prolifically at the school of hard knocks. Contact him at [email protected].

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    Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH

    Bethany Montoya, MBA, RDH, is a practicing dental hygienist, editorial director of DentistryIQ's Clinical Insights newsletter, and a key opinion leader. She has advanced knowledge and training in complex cosmetic dentistry, dental sleep medicine, and implant dentistry. Recently, she has devoted her time to dentistry’s personal and interpersonal aspects through her social media brand, @humanrdh. Contact Bethany at [email protected].