3 pieces of advice on advancing your dental hygiene career

Past winners of the Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award were asked for their best career advice. Here's what they had to say.

For many years, the dental hygiene community has recognized the Golden Scaler Award, which honors dental hygiene students who show exemplary skills while treating patients. The award has been presented by Hu-Friedy at hygiene programs around the world for more than 40 years. 

Recently, Hu-Friedy profiled three former winners and asked them to share tips that have helped them advance their careers. Click here to read more about their recommendations.

About the Author

Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH

Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH

Chief Editor, RDH magazine

Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, is a respected dental industry leader with more than 40 years of experience in dental hygiene, marketing, and professional relations. As chief editor of RDH, she is dedicated to advancing the dental profession through education, innovation, and collaboration. Prior to this role, she served as manager of professional relations and communications for Sunstar/GUM, building strong connections with industry associations, educational institutions, and dental professionals nationwide. Jackie has also contributed her expertise through committee service with organizations including the American Dental Education Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.

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