Finding joy in clinical hygiene practice
Amber Auger loves the dental hygiene profession, and she loves working in the operatory. Unfortunately, she can only work in the operatory part time now due to her carpal tunnel syndrome.
She chose to pivot to becoming a speaker/consultant for her peers. Her journey led her to notice a real love/hate relationship for the profession among her fellow dental hygienists. Amber talked to many of them and learned a lot of them are apathetic due to various circumstances.
This led to Amber to form Thrive in the Op, a series of on-demand courses that provide RDHs with the tools to find joy in the operatory again. Much of this deals with mind management and developing the ability to not self-sabotage. Amber experienced negativity in dental practices firsthand and watched many of her peers handle negative situations poorly. She provides the tools to handle things in a positive way.
She’s heard from many hygienists who are very happy with the results after signing up for Thrive in the Op. Tune in to find out if it's right for you and how to sign up.
About the Author
Amber Auger, MPH, RDH
Amber is a dental hygiene clinician, international speaker, and hygiene director who specializes in nonsurgical periodontal therapy, heart-centered education, and efficiency. Through her signature program, Thrive in the OP and Thrive Chairside Summit, she equips hygienists with evidence-based systems to elevate patient outcomes, confidence, and production. Amber blends clinical expertise with practical strategies to help dental teams implement sustainable, science-driven protocols. She can be reached at amberauger.com.
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.