The Modern Dental Hygiene Appointment: New Technology for Better Patient Outcomes | Myranda Hunt

Dental hygienists have always known what patients need. Now the technology has caught up. In this session, brought to you by FreeDen, dental hygienist Myranda Hunt walks through how new diagnostic and therapeutic tools can change what happens in the same chair, for patients and for the clinicians treating them. Before getting into products, Myranda shares a simple What, Why, How framework for deciding whether a new technology is right for your practice, so you can build a business case instead of chasing the latest gadget. In this session, you’ll learn: How to evaluate new technology before buying: budget, vendor, timing, and team buy-in Why new tools help with patient care, efficiency, team morale, compliance, and standing out from the practice down the street Diagnostic tools: AI-read radiographs, intraoral scanners, saliva testing and pH strips, and intraoral photos for treatment acceptance Biofilm management with air polishing, and where laser bacterial reduction and red light therapy fit Adjunct therapies: fluoride, desensitizers, sealants, silver diamine fluoride, povidone iodine for high caries risk patients, remineralization products for early lesions, perio trays, probiotics, and oral cancer screening aids Home care products worth having in the office, including electric and water flossers and tools for pediatric and neurodivergent patients What’s coming next: AI risk prediction, personalized recall intervals, and precision dentistry Whether you’re a hygienist, dentist, or office manager, you’ll leave with a practical way to think about change, and ideas to take back to your team. Learn more about FreeDen: https://freeden.io/ #DentalHygiene #DentalTechnology #ContinuingEducation #DentalYoda #FreeDen #PreventiveDentistry