Are We Treating Teeth or Understanding People?
Hope Loyd RDH, BSDHPublished 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
Hope Loyd RDH, BSDH
Fireworks Inside and Outside
Hope Loyd RDH, BSDHPublished on: 01/07/2026
Every Fourth of July, I find myself looking up at the sky with a smile. I love seeing families gathered together, kids waving sparklers, and fireworks painting the night with brilliant colors. There’s something magical about celebrating freedom...
Mindset & Personal Growth
The Day Dentistry Forgot Fear Is Real
Hope Loyd RDH, BSDHPublished on: 01/06/2026
Today reminded me exactly why I became a dental fear advocate. I walked into a temp hygiene position knowing it would be busy. What I didn’t expect was the emotional weight of trying to provide compassionate care inside a system focused on speed...
Mindset & Personal Growth
From Fear to Prevention: Shifting from Reactive to Proactive Health Care
Hope Loyd RDH, BSDHPublished on: 06/05/2025
In today’s fast-paced world, we often prioritize deadlines and daily demands over doctor’s appointments. We wait until pain or discomfort becomes unbearable before seeking help. I’ve seen it in my patients, and I’ve lived it myself.
Mindset & Personal Growth