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MEDIUMClinicalTier 2

Who we are shapes how we practice: Cultivating ethical decision-making

SourceRDH MagazineTier 2Clinical & Visual

By Shayna Sykes, MEd, RDH,Kevin Ohashi Lopez, MHA, BSDH, RDH

Originally at rdhmag.com

Summary & scoring by The Bell Brief (Dr. Jennifer Bell) using the Drill-Down Protocol (Drill-Down Score) — not the original publisher.

Why it matters for dental

Dental hygienists who pause to examine how their upbringing, culture, and personal values shape patient interactions can reduce bias-driven decisions and strengthen trust with patients.

Key points

  • RDH Magazine article states that personal experiences, cultural norms, family values, and faith traditions shape how hygienists view compassion, accountability, responsibility, and advocacy.
  • Article notes that self-awareness of emotions, values, and biases enables hygienists to recognize knowledge gaps, seek guidance, and improve patient-centered care.
  • Article states that regular reflection on clinical encounters aligns ethical decision-making with integrity and accountability rather than habit or situational pressure.
  • Article recommends journaling after challenging patient interactions, seeking mentorship for ethical uncertainty, and pursuing continuing education on ethics and cultural awareness.

Who should care

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