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.

Dana is the owner of Dental Hygiene Basics, an educational consulting company dedicated to helping students get into and succeed in dental hygiene school. She is also an NBDHE tutor, ADEX examiner, StudentRDH faculty member, LSDHS board member, and public health hygienist. For more information, email Dana at [email protected].