Dental Hygiene Basics operates as a closed-loop reinvestment model designed to strengthen the profession from within. Education, tutoring, and resources generate revenue that is reinvested back into dental hygiene through scholarships, mentorship, and professional support. Each part of the system strengthens the next.Â
Meet our Founder
Hi, I’m Dana Paladino, founder of Dental Hygiene Basics! I wear many hats:
🧡 Dental Hygienist First
🧡 Educator/Entrepreneur
🧡 Dental Hygiene Basics Podcast Host
🧡 Professional Speaker
I created Dental Hygiene Basics to help students get into and succeed in dental hygiene school. Whether you are exploring the profession, preparing your application, or navigating boards, our mission is to provide the support you need to move forward with confidence.
What Else is Dana Up To?
Dana is passionate about educating students, but she also loves to educate dental professionals on women’s health and hormonal conditions — an often underdiscussed topic in dentistry. Her personal experience with endometriosis has fueled her commitment to bringing awareness to this important topic.
Head to the Events tab to view upcoming speaking engagements. Interested in booking Dana to speak? Click below!
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Dana's CEÂ Courses for Professionals
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When it is More than Pelvic Pain
Endometriosis
This course introduces dental professionals to endometriosis and its potential impact on oral health and dental care. Participants will explore the condition’s pathophysiology, common symptoms, and systemic effects, while learning how it may influence patient comfort, treatment tolerance, and overall wellness.
Women's Health & Hormones
For the Dental Hygienist
Dental hygiene is a demanding profession, and stress, workload, and schedules can significantly impact hormonal balance and overall well-being. This course explores the connection between clinical practice and hormonal health while providing practical strategies to reduce burnout and support long-term wellness.
Stop Normalizing Women's Pain
Female Reproductive Issues
Many women with reproductive disorders are told their symptoms are “normal,” leading to years of delayed diagnosis and untreated pain. This course examines common conditions including endometriosis, adenomyosis, and PCOS while exploring the broader issue of normalized pain in women’s health.
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