Gloves Off: What are hygienists worth to the dental practice?

May 12, 2023
Do hygienists bring value to the dental practice over and above their production per hour? It’s been a point of contention in the industry for a long time. David Rice, DDS, and Candy Velez, BSDH, CRDH, discuss.
David R. Rice, DDS, Chief editor

Can hygienists only be paid by production in the chair—or is there more that they contribute to the value of the practice? Candy Velez, BSDH, CRDH, and David Rice, DDS, have a lively discussion about this common point of contention.

Join us as we take our gloves off and strive to become better!

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Editor’s note: This article first appeared in Through the Loupes newsletter, a publication of the Endeavor Business Media Dental Group. Read more articles and subscribe to Through the Loupes.