Candy Velez - CRDH, BSDH

Candy Velez - CRDH, BSDH

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.

want better results, make it easier

Want Better Results? Make It Easier

Remove Friction – Unlock Consistency By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IgniteDDS Dental Hygiene Coach The Question That…

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Are You Unknowingly Rewarding the Wrong Thing?

The Hidden Messages Behind Our Praise (a Reflection for Dental Leaders) By: Candy Velez, CRDH, BSDH, IgniteDDS…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Most Powerful Shield in Dentistry—Is Yours Full of Holes?

Inadequate Record-Keeping – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH In the last blog,…

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Ain’t Got Time for Perio Charting? Try Finding Time for a Board Hearing and Investigation

The Importance of Comprehensive Periodontal Evaluations – Lessons from Dr. A.R. By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH…

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The Big Bad Board of Dentistry: What Power Do They Really Have?

Understanding the Authority of the Florida Board of Dentistry By: Candy Velez – CRDH, BSDH For many…

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The Importance of Sticking Together and Reaching Out for Help

By David Rice | September 9, 2020

By: Dr. David Rice Let’s talk about something that is taught to not talk about: Mental Health. Ask for Help Friends, there is nothing wrong with asking for help. NOTHING. In dentistry, so often, there are tough times and tough days. If we internalize it and don’t talk about it, unfortunate and unnecessary things can…

31 tips to improve your mental health

By David Rice | September 9, 2020

Let’s think about some things that you can do every day to improve your mental health With that in mind, we came across these 31 tips from Mental Health America that can help everyone be at their best mentally. So often we think about what we can do to improve ourselves physically. But, during these…

Crest + Oral-B + Kids: Together We Can Conquer Cavities

By David Rice | July 9, 2020

By: Dr. David Rice Jim Rohn once said. “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Do you believe that? I do. Come to think of it, my mom and dad did too. I’m guessing it’s why they encouraged me to hang around the good kids and steer clear of…

Oral-B iO Review: Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush (Unboxing to Recommending)

By David Rice | July 9, 2020

By: Dr. David Rice Before today, it was only possible for your patients to get a straight-from-the-dentist clean feel two times a year, but now with the biggest innovation from Oral-B, they can get a professional clean feel at home, every day! Oral-B iO Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush The Oral-B iO introduces a new era in…

Best Type of Fluoride Toothpaste for Gum Health

By David Rice | July 7, 2020

By: David Rice When I think about what my dental patients really want to know, it’s tips and tricks on how to help prevent cavities. We all want to know what we can do at home that’s fast, and effective, to keep ourselves from spending time and money at the dentist. Truth? Of course! Heck,…