Where can dental hygienists make a difference? with Billie Lunt
Billie Lunt remembers being told to follow her passion as she grew up, but she had no idea what that was. But she did have a dentist who changed her smile and made her very happy. She began to think that might be her “passion.”
She went into dental hygiene, and today her passion is helping other hygienists enjoy their careers and find their “happy.” Twenty years into her career she became a hygiene instructor. She believes the impact we have on others brings us to our joy and passion, and we all grow together.
Billie enjoys going into spaces where she can make a difference, and she encourages her peers to do the same. And a positive attitude doesn’t hurt, which she tries to instill in her students.
She shares much of this in her article, How this dental hygienist discovered and shares her joy.
Listen to our uplifting discussion and get ready to find your happy!
About the Author
Billie Lunt, MSDH, BA, RDH
Billie Lunt, MSDH, BA, RDH, is the owner of The Happy Flosser RDH podcast. She has an Etsy site that provides support to students of all learning styles. She’s the Dental Hygiene Program Director at NHTI Concords Community College in New Hampshire. Billie sees the value in supporting the needs of students to support a strong workforce and move hygiene in the direction of a secure health-care system and educational system that promotes strong communities. She wants to advance the profession through innovation, collaboration, and leadership.
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.