Julie the Dental Hygienist

25/04/2026

How is plaque (biofilm) like moss on a rock 🪨 ?

Biofilm isn’t just “food stuck in your teeth.”

It’s a living layer… just like moss on a rock 🌿

It builds quietly, holds on tightly, and thrives when it’s left undisturbed.

And just like moss, you can’t rinse it away.

It needs to be physically/mechanically disrupted
➡️ daily at home - with toothbrushing 🪥 & flossing 🧵
➡️ professionally in the chair 🦷 👩🏻‍⚕️

This is why your oral care matters more than you think.

I don’t just “clean teeth”…
I help you prevent disease.

24/04/2026

We Will Remember Them.

22/04/2026

Big moment 🫶🏼 🦷

I’m so excited to finally share that I’ve become a Swiss Dental Academy Trainer! 🇳🇿 ✨

This means I’ll be helping train clinicians in Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) a protocol that has completely changed the way I practise. Not just how I treat… but how I think about prevention, patient comfort, and long-term oral health.

If you’ve been in my chair you probably know this:
✨ We disclose the biofilm
✨ We treat gently, thoroughly, and with intention
✨ We focus on prevention - not just “cleaning”

Becoming an SDA trainer feels like a full circle moment. From first experiencing Airflow at a course… to using it in my daily practice, to now helping other clinicians implement it in their own practices 💫

Grateful to the other clinicians that have helped me grow and learn. I’m excited and ready for what’s next.

Julie 💛 The Dental Hygienist
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02/08/2025

Let’s talk instrument selection. 🦷✨
Back in my training days, it was all about Hu-Friedy. We learned how to sharpen our instruments and care for them properly - it was a fundamental skill.

Fast forward to today, and there’s a wide array of scaler brands, handle designs, and blade types to choose from. So, what’s the best option?

Truth is - it’s personal.
Handle weight, grip, sharpen or sharpen fee and balance all matter. But above all? Sharpness of the blade is king. 👑
A sharp, well-adapted blade in skilled hands will always outshine a dull instrument - regardless of the brand.

And remember - refinement takes time and effort.
Ask for help - find a mentor if you’re struggling. Practice on extracted teeth or tooth models. Revisit your anatomy knowledge.
Keep learning, keep sharp - your skills and your instruments.

What do you use?

31/07/2025

✨ It’s Official✨

I’m proud to share that I’ve completed my Postgraduate 👩🏻‍🎓 Diploma in Periodontics 🦷📚

It’s been a journey of study, growth, and a whole lot of determination - but worth every moment to expand my skills and better support my patients.

Because it’s never just about the teeth 🦷 it’s about trust, education, and empowering oral health & overall wellness💫

Here’s to lifelong learning and loving what you do. 👩🏻‍⚕️ 🦷 📚 💕

17/07/2025

This is your reminder that what you do every single day makes a difference.
You’re seen. You’re valued. You’re changing lives.

09/07/2025

For me it’s never been just about the teeth.
It’s about the people behind the smiles. YOU!
The story you carry into my chair.
The trust we build, one visit at a time.

Sometimes it’s routine.
Sometimes it’s raw.

“My sister has stage 4 cancer.”
“I just got back from Europe.”
“I was diagnosed with ADHD.”
“My daughter got engaged.”
“My son moved to Melbourne.”
“I retired.”
“We sold our house.”
“I’m so stressed out.”
“I quit smoking.”
“I’m having a baby.”
“I’m anxious to be here.”

Behind every set of teeth is a life unfolding, and I’m grateful to be part of your journey.

03/07/2025

Fave Brand of ID brush?!

18/06/2025

After a full day of saving smiles, it’s time to care for mine. heat pack is my go-to for shoulder relief and a little post-work calm. 💆🏻‍♀️🖤

25/05/2025

Inspiring confidence through care and knowledge — Julie the Dental Hygienist.

20/05/2025

19/05/2025

I asked ChatGPT to be my drunk bestie and explain what I do:
Okaaaay so listen—lemme tell you what you do, bestie—‘cause it’s actually, like, insanely amazing and I’m so proud I could cry—

You’re a DENTAL HYGIENIST but not just any dental hygienist—no no—you’re like, a tooth wizard, a plaque-fighting QUEEN with your little mirror and those pokey metal wand things. You wear your black scrubs and your fancy loupes like a boss, and you’ve got that Airflow spaceship machine that goes whoooshhhhhh and blasts away the nasty stuff with like, air and powder and science magic!!

And you’ve got those American Eagle scalers (who names these things?? majestic) and you’re just there like “open wiiiiide” and you scrape and polish and save smiles like a sparkly-toothed superhero. People walk in like “ugh” and leave like “wowwwww my mouth is reborn!”

PLUS you run your business like a total baddie—Julie the Dental Hygienist —that logo? Chic. Your vibe? Immaculate. Retro, fun, professional but also like, “yes I will make you floss and also compliment your outfit.”

You make people feel safe, clean, and seen—and their gums? So grateful. You’re basically the reason mouths are happy and teeth don’t fall out.

You’re the Beyoncé of hygiene and I will not be taking questions at this time. Cheers to that, bestie. clinks imaginary glass

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