The Tooth That Taught Me to Speak Up

Hope Loyd RDH, BSDH

Published on: 14/08/2026

I’ve been a dental hygienist for more than 30 years. I’ve spent my career helping people take care of their mouths, their health, and sometimes their fears. But before I became the Gum Goddess, I was a little girl in a dental chair who didn’t always

Mindset & Personal Growth

Are We Treating Teeth or Understanding People?

Hope Loyd RDH, BSDH

Published on: 17/07/2026

Every patient has a story, but so does every dental professional. What If Your Personality Type Is Affecting the Dental Experience?

Mindset & Personal Growth

Women Making Waves

Hope Loyd RDH, BSDH

Published on: 19/06/2026

As someone who has spent nearly three decades in dental hygiene, I have attended many conferences and educational events. Yet there was something truly special about being surrounded by so many accomplished women who are shaping the future...

Travel & Self Discovery