Candy Velez is an active professional member of the American Dental Hygienists' Association (ADHA) and serves as the Highlands County Representative for the Atlantic Coast Dental Hygienists' Association (ACDHA).
In addition, she maintains membership with The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health (AAOSH).
In addition to practicing clinically, Candy currently serves on the Florida Board of Dentistry's Council on Dental Hygiene, and she was the recipient of the Swann D. Knowles Award in 2020.
The Swan D. Knowles Award honors one hygienist from the state of Florida for their grassroots efforts in service and dedication to the dental hygiene profession.
Everyone Is a Human Being: Choosing to Create Better Workplace Culture
We All Have the Superpower of CHOICE By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach When…
Silence Fuels Negativity, Leadership Requires Communication
Learning to Communicate Is Learning to Lead By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach In…
Stop Choosing Sides: The Secret Ingredient for Next-Gen Dentistry Is Fusion
By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach For a long time, dentistry has lived in…
Want Better Results? Make It Easier
Remove Friction – Unlock Consistency By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach The Question That…
Are You Unknowingly Rewarding the Wrong Thing?
The Hidden Messages Behind Our Praise (a Reflection for Dental Leaders) By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IGNITEDDS…
The Freedom Framework Week Three: The Power of Flow
Creating Freedom Through Structure, Alignment, and Leadership By: Candy Velez, CRDHIGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach Missed Week One…
The Freedom Framework Week Two: Releasing Money Blocks & Embracing Stewardship
By: Candy Velez, CRDH IGNITEDDS Dental Hygiene Coach Let’s talk about a topic that can make even…
The Freedom Framework Week One: Breaking the Invisible Handcuffs
Awareness: Seeing What Restricts Your Growth and Steals Your Energy By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Welcome…
Your License, Your Reputation, Your Responsibility: Lessons from Dr. A.R.
Closing the Series & Applying These Insights to Your Practice By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH When…
Ghosted by Your Dentist: When Poor Communication Becomes Patient Abandonment
Understanding Patient Abandonment – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH Imagine calling your…
Dental Occlusion in Complete Dentistry
By: Dr. Neeraj Khanna, DDSThe topic originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com. Dr. Khanna granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Many of us began our dental careers as tooth-by-tooth dentists. We examined each tooth individually, treating the biological needs of what we saw, and moved on to the next. When restorations fail, we often…
The Importance of Insurance Fee Negotiations for Dental Practices
Boost Reimbursements and Improve Cash Flow By: Angela Holland In the ever-evolving world of dental care, financial health plays a crucial role in the success and longevity of your practice. As a dental provider, a significant portion of your revenue comes from insurance reimbursements. Without a steady and sufficient stream of payments from insurance companies,…
The Dentist’s Roadmap to a Record-Breaking Year: 9 Steps for Success
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IGNITEDDS The beginning of a new year is always filled with possibilities. As a dental practice owner, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reset, and realign your goals to ensure a prosperous year ahead. But goal setting alone won’t guarantee success—execution and accountability are what…
Accurate X-Ray Records: Best Practices for Dental Teams
By: Laura S. Harkin, DMD This Topic Originally Appeared On Pankeygram.Org Radiographic imaging is an important diagnostic aid tool in dentistry, along with clinical examination. They help clinicians identify many pathologies, abnormalities, and tooth-related problems that can’t be seen during patient examinations. Therefore, accurate capturing and interpreting of X-ray records is critical for accurate diagnosis and…
Silent Sabotage: Uncover and Prevent Embezzlement in Your Dental Practice
By: Dawn Patrick, Dental Practice Coach + Director of Operations IGNITEDDS Embezzlement is a risk that no dental practice owner can afford to overlook. While you may trust your team, the unique dynamics of dental offices—where small teams handle large cash flows—make them particularly vulnerable to internal fraud. Studies indicate that up to 60% of…
Navigating the Financial Landscape of Dentistry from Student Loans to Ownership: with Dr. Gabriella Flores
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Gabriela FloresEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Dentistry is more than just a clinical profession; it involves navigating a complex financial landscape that one must master to build a successful career. In a recent discussion on Dental Fuel, seasoned professionals Dr. Tanya Sue Maestas and Dr. Gabriela Flores share their…
Performing High Accuracy Periodontal Probing & Calibration
By: Sheri Kay RDHTopic Originally Appeared on PankeyGram.org. Dr. Kay granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Periodontal probing helps us to evaluate the health of the gingiva and the surrounding periodontium. A key component of doing an accurate assessment is the quality of your perio probes, which locate and measure the depth…
Delayed Gratification and Finances
By: Dr. Savanah Craig Finances have always felt like a hot topic from the time I got my acceptance to dental school. From student loans to the cost of living; job offers to buying a home, it feels like someone is always giving advice about finances. Ironically for as much advice and information that was…
How Dental Insurance Claims are Processed for Reimbursement (Importance of Proper Narratives)
By: Angela Holland Dental insurance claims are a fundamental part of any dental practice’s revenue cycle. However, the process of getting reimbursed for services rendered can be complex, time-consuming, and often frustrating if not handled properly. One of the most crucial components of a successful claim is the narrative—the detailed explanation of why a particular…
How Dentists Can Save Lives Through Dental Sleep & Airway Education, Emphasizing Oral Systemic Health
By: DeWitt Wilkerson, DMDThe Article Originally Appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com. Dr. Wilkerson granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Dental professionals have long known that the mouth is a gateway to overall health – what happens within the oral cavity can have a direct impact on the rest of the body. And as oral health…