December 09, 2024

Ep 29: Teaching, Entrepreneurship, and Opportunities Outside the Op

58 minutes

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In this episode of Straight Up With Steph, I sit down with Tina, a dental hygienist, educator, and entrepreneur who has built an impressive career both in and out of the operatory.

We dive into her journey into teaching, the transition from classroom to online platforms, and how her clinical skills have translated into successful business ventures.

Tina shares her expertise in certifying dental hygienists in local anesthesia, her thoughts on assistants in Oregon administering local anesthesia, the boundaries she’s learned to set, and advice for aspiring educators.

Listen now to hear Tina’s inspiring story!

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About Tina:

Tina Clarke RDH, MEd is the leading voice in anesthesia dental education. From head & neck anatomy, medical emergency management, and practical tips and tricks to getting anesthesia right every time, Tina employs adult learning principles, equipping her course attendees for success.

A nationally published author, and founder of Teacher Tina RDH, she keeps her skills and knowledge current while continuing to serve the profession as a clinician, educator, trainer, and speaker. In addition, Tina is an approved provider by the Oregon and Georgia Board of Dentistry to provide education for the initial permit for local anesthesia. As well as an American Heart Association Certified BLS instructor. As an active member of the American Dental Hygienists Association, an approved CE provider by the American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Tina’s passionately serves her profession.

She has been a practicing clinical dental hygienist for over 20 years and an educator for over 15. She received her bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene in 2001 and her master’s degree in education in 2013. Her teaching, training, and presenting style is upbeat and fun, making even the most difficult topics a delight to learn.

Connect with Tina:
IG: TEACHER_TINA_RDH
FB: TEACHER TINA RDH
YOUTUBE: TEACHER TINA RDH

Timestamps:

00:00 - Tina's Journey Into Teaching
8:12 - Becoming a Teacher Online and On-Stage
15:19 - Certifying Hygienists in Local Anesthesia
19:34 - Clinical Skills Translate Into Business and Teaching
22:08 - Crucial Boundaries
25:09 - Overcoming Professional Setbacks
33:27 - Advice For Aspiring Educators
39:29 - Want A Job Outside The Op?
42:02 - The Evolving Role Of Dental Assistants
47:49 - Anesthesia Certification For Dental Assistants
55:50 - Connect With Tina