Award of Distinction: Lisandra Maisonet, BS, RDH
Lisandra Maisonet, BS, RDH, PHDHP, EFDA, is one of the 2020 Sunstar/RDH Award of Distinction recipients. She stays plenty busy, as an educator for the Healthy Teeth Healthy Children program, a volunteer for Mission of Mercy, and a supporter of the Cavity Free Kids program. As director of operations for 22 dental practices, she created strong systems that focused on disease prevention and oral-systemic health.
A member of the Pennsylvania Dental Hygiene Association, Lisandra served as president for three years. During that time, she created a video to share with patients and legislators about the benefits of dental hygienists as educated preventive specialists. She has recently partnered with fellow hygienists to launch the Dental Hygiene Health Alliance of Pennsylvania, providing support to practicing dental hygienists and advocating for our profession.
Watch to see what Lisandra has to share, and learn more about the Dental Hygiene Health Alliance of Pennsylvania.
About the Author
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.