{"id":145,"date":"2022-03-16T20:53:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-16T20:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/?p=145"},"modified":"2022-04-15T20:54:33","modified_gmt":"2022-04-15T20:54:33","slug":"why-you-should-appreciate-your-dental-hygienist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/2022\/03\/16\/why-you-should-appreciate-your-dental-hygienist\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Appreciate Your Dental Hygienist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_158469429__1650055619_20537.jpg\" alt=\"dental hygienist working on patient\" class=\"wp-image-146\" width=\"323\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_158469429__1650055619_20537.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_158469429__1650055619_20537-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/AdobeStock_158469429__1650055619_20537-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 323px) 100vw, 323px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, the sun is shining brighter \u2013 Spring is officially upon us! Although you may be occupied enjoying the beautiful weather, don\u2019t forget that the second week of April is Dental Hygienist Week. It\u2019s the perfect time to celebrate all of our wonderful hygienists and everything they do for our smiles! That said, here are a few reasons why you should thank these treasured healthcare professionals. &nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They\u2019re a Familiar Face<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a good relationship with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/dental-checkups-cleanings.html\">dental hygienist<\/a>? If so, you\u2019ll likely want to stay with them for the rest of your life. Although you only see your hygienist twice a year, they\u2019re important people who take the time to care for you and your family\u2019s oral health. In fact, some hygienists build such strong relationships with their patients that they end up treating the same family for generations!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Hygienists Are Your First Line of Defense<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever you visit the dentist for a routine checkup or cleaning, your hygienist is the one who can be counted on to help with cleanings and fluoride treatments. In most cases, they\u2019re also the first to identify underlying issues in your mouth. Dental hygienists carefully inspect areas of your mouth that might be hard to reach or are hiding cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caring For Your Smile Is Their Passion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask your dental hygienist what they\u2019re passionate about \u2013 we guarantee they\u2019ll say it\u2019s taking care of your smile! Even though helping you maintain good oral health is just one part of the job, they look forward to it every day. Making patients happy is what they love to do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They\u2019re Dedicated to Continuing Education<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It may surprise you to learn that dental hygiene school is highly competitive even after a hygienist has graduated. They are required to complete over 20 hours of continuing education each year to grow and refine their skill set. As a dental hygienist, there are always new goals to set and meet!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Hygienists Give Back to Their Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly 70% of dental hygienists participate in one or more community service events every year. You should thank them for volunteering their time to participate in these types of events! In addition to caring for your smile, hygienists go out of their way to give back to their community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love your dental hygienist, don\u2019t be afraid to let them know it! After all, they go above and beyond to keep your smile in optimal condition. Showing your appreciation is a great way to ensure their hard work doesn\u2019t go unnoticed!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Sunrise Dental, we\u2019ve helped patients maintain their absolute best smiles for over three decades. Our skilled and friendly team always goes the extra mile to give patients the exceptional dental care they deserve. If you want to reach your dental hygienist, don\u2019t hesitate to give our office a call. You can reach us via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sunrisedentalsmile.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(713) 869-9973<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The birds are chirping, the flowers are blooming, the sun is shining brighter \u2013 Spring is officially upon us! Although you may be occupied enjoying the beautiful weather, don\u2019t forget that the second week of April is Dental Hygienist Week. 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