If you're interested in working in the field of dental hygiene, I'm sure you know that prevention is KEY to maintaining oral health. Caitlin from @thealignedhygienist makes a great point in this episode when she says that dental professionals can apply this principle to their careers by preventing physical injuries to our bodies. She is an ergonomics consultant and yoga instructor who shares great advice for incoming hygiene students that you don't want to miss out on!

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Intro

(02:05) Caitlin’s RDH Origin Story

(12:34) Her Tips for a Healthy Career

(17:28) Paying Student Debt

(29:34) Clinic in Hygiene School

(31:45) Words of Advice for Students

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