America's dental hygienist shortage is about to hit patients hard
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Why it matters for dental
Practice owners and DSOs risk revenue loss and patient backlogs when hygienist shortages drive longer wait times and reduced chair utilization.
Key points
- Dental offices face hiring and retention challenges for hygienists.
- Burnout, injuries, and lack of health insurance contribute to the shortage.
- Shortage threatens patient access to routine hygiene services.
Who should care
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