Amber Auger

Amber Auger

Amber Auger, RDH, MPH, has 17 years of experience in the dental hygiene industry. She is a practicing dental hygienist, corporate consultant, and RDH coach.

Amber is the creator of Thrive in the OP™, a membership course that includes both on-demand sessions and weekly coaching. Thrive in the OP™ equips dental hygienists with clinical, business, and leadership capabilities outside of their traditional hygiene degree.

Amber is the 2019 Award of Distinction recipient for her work in public health. She has been to 5 different countries to provide preventive dental hygiene services. Amber is also the host of #AskAmberRDH with RDH Magazine, the Editorial Director for the Graduate Newsletter, and an international lecturer. Amber is known for incorporating humor into her educational content and practical approach to implementing the latest science into your everyday workflow. The vast content that Amber provides through virtual, in-person events, group and one-on-one coaching will leave you inspired, empowered, and equipped to conquer your career goals.

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Does Your Back Hurt? This Simple Product Can Save Your Back!

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Maximize Your Profitability Through Dental Real Estate

By Ken Jorgenson | March 24, 2021

It takes a lot to make sure your choice regarding dental real estate is the right one for you, your budget, and your future.

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Advice For New Associates in a Dental Practice

By Bruce Bryen | March 21, 2021

Welcome to the world of the business of dentistry. Here’s what you need to know if you’re starting out as a dentist and heading down the path of becoming an associate.

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Dealing with Imposter Syndrome in Your Dental Career

By Amisha Singh | March 14, 2021

By: Amisha Singh, DDS Leadership. You have heard the word, and maybe even understand the importance for your dental practice and your career. But this concept, which supports an industry of educators and thought leaders, remains an enigma for most practitioners. And there is one fundamental reason for this: Leadership in theory and leadership in…

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3 Dental Insurance Mistakes Practices Are Making

By Kevin Henry | March 1, 2021

As we dive deeper into 2021, dental insurance expert Teresa Duncan of Odyssey Management is seeing three big issues with dental insurance that practices encounter.

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Advice Every Dental Practice Should Hear: From a Baseball Usher

By Kevin Henry | February 17, 2021

A bike ride past Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, Fla., brought back memories of some great advice from an usher for dental practices.

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WalletHub unveils 2021 list of best and worst states for dental health

By Kevin Henry | February 10, 2021

So where does your state rank in terms of dental health for 2021? WalletHub has compiled its annual rankings.

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Differences in the Workplace “Garden”

By Natalie Kaweckyj | February 9, 2021

We all have stunning gardens that are unique to each one of us, writes Natalie Kaweckyj. She encourages readers to share their knowledge, expertise and passion, and watch the dynamics bloom.

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Great Dental Teams Start With a Great Vision

By Robert Maguire | February 9, 2021

Dr. Robert Maguire discusses what he has learned about building great dental teams during his years in the dental industry.

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Dental Assistant Drama in the Practice: Q & A

By Kevin Henry | January 26, 2021

One dental assistant is tired of the drama in her practice … but she’s making a plan on how to change her viewpoint.

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The one thing that dental team members want more than anything else

By Kevin Henry | January 5, 2021

There is one thing that your team members want more than anything else in 2021. No, it’s not more money.