Dental assistants play a bigger role in a practice’s success than most people realize. The difference between staying stuck and standing out often comes down to small, everyday actions that boost efficiency, protect equipment, and support the office’s bottom line. From managing supplies to improving documentation and communication, the best dental assistants know how to make themselves indispensable.
Discover what sets top earners apart, the habits that make them valuable, and how small changes in your routine can open the door to recognition, respect, and higher pay.
Connect with Sherrie
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Email: Sherrie.Busby@yahoo.com
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Don’t miss Episode 387: The Reason Dental Practices Get Shut Down — where Sherrie Busby and Kevin Henry uncover the overlooked mistakes that can close a practice faster than you think. It’s a wake-up call every dental professional should hear.
Watch here: https://youtu.be/zf0WowNpEiI
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Big things are coming in 2026 for dental assistants!
Join me at the Rocky Mountain Dental Convention in Denver, January 22–23, for Real Talk About the State of Dental Assistants happening 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM MST.
We’re getting real about what’s working, what needs improvement, and how we can strengthen the future of our profession together.
Then meet me at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting, February 20–21, for two powerful sessions:
✨ Harnessing the Power of Personalities in the Dental Practice February 20, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM learn how understanding personalities can transform teamwork and communication in your dental practice.
🔥 Battling and Beating the Demons of Dental Assisting February 21, 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM an honest, empowering session just for dental assistants about overcoming the real challenges in our profession.
Let’s connect, learn, and grow together. In 2026 it’s going to be a year of real conversations and real change for dental assistants everywhere.
👉 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention: https://rmdconline.com/
👉 Chicago Midwinter Meeting: https://midwintermeeting.eventscribe.net/?_gl=1*15ae5ic*_ga*MTY3Nzc0OTM5OC4xNzU5OTcxOTAw*_ga_VZTQV2NKLH*czE3NTk5NzE5MDAkbzEkZzAkdDE3NTk5NzE5MDAkajYwJGwwJGgw
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