Ronda Holman found her passion for dental assisting while in the Air Force.
She assisted in oral surgery, general dentistry, and ended her four-year service as a prophy tech, the military’s version of a dental hygienist.
She married and spent 13 years traveling the country while her husband served in the Air Force. Each time Ronda relocated she got the opportunity to work in a new dental office, where she picked up pearls that have helped her become an expert in educating dental assistants.
Her interests are immediate denture/partial fabrication, CEREC technology, patient education, and striving for optimal chairside skills.
Ronda believes that every dental assistant has the potential to be a rock star assistant if given the right tools and guidance.
Buying a Dental Practice Is the Easy Part—Earning the Team’s Trust Is the Real Work
By: Ronda Holman Purchasing an existing dental practice offers a significant advantage: a team that already knows…
Meaningful Ways New Dentists Can Show Gratitude to Their Team During the Holidays
…Without Spending Much Money By: Ronda Holman The holiday season is a perfect opportunity for new dentists…
Did Your Dental Assistant Give You Expired Anesthetic Again?
If So, Here’s What We Need to Do By: Ronda Holman There’s nothing that sinks a dentist’s…
Blessing or Curse? The 4 O’Clock Dilemma
By: Ronda Holman It’s 3:55 p.m. on a Thursday. The 4 o’clock patient just canceled. You can almost…
That’s Not My Job: Why Clear Delegation Matters in Dentistry
By: Ronda Holman You’ve probably heard the old story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and…
How Dentists Can Be Patient with Their Dental Assistant as They’re Still Learning
By: Ronda Holman Every dentist remembers that awkward learning curve when they first started practicing — the…
3 Ways to Invest in Your Dental Assistant
By: Ronda Holman What Dentists Can Learn from Chef Tina in The Bear In the TV series…
Why Dental Teams Should Learn Together
By: Ronda Holman In the fast-paced world of dentistry, continuing education (CE) is essential, not just for…
What’s Keeping Your Dental Assistant from Becoming an EFDA?
By: Ronda Holman If you’ve ever found yourself wishing you had two pairs of hands during a…
Help! My Dental Assistant Keeps Giving My Patients Dirty Glasses
By: Ronda Holman It might seem like a small thing, but when a dental assistant hands a…
Navigating Financial Pitfalls in Dentistry: Insights from Dr. Naved Fatmi
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Welcome back to another episode of Dental Fuel, the podcast that delves into the rarely discussed middle stages of dental practices—the mistakes and learnings that shape success. In this episode, we are thrilled to have Dr. Naved Fatmi return to share his valuable…
From Erbium to Solea: Falling in Love with Pediatric Dentistry Again
By: Jennifer Bryk Hechko, DDS, MS, FAAPDTopic originally appeared on ConvergentDental.com. Dr. Hechko granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. My Solea Story started back in May of 2017 when I purchased a practice that had an erbium laser. That laser served as a really nice coat rack for a couple of years…
Going Beyond Traditional Dentistry To Improve Dental Care
By: Bill Gregg DDSTopic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg granted permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. Lately, we see a positive tendency of the dental profession to improve the approach to how we take care of our patients. The fear most patients have of the dentist usually comes from traditional dentistry, when…
The Race to the Finish Line with Ecosite Elements
By: Sable A Muntean, DMD, MHSAThis article originally appeared on DMG-Connect.com. Dr. Muntean granted permission for it to be shared with igniteDDS readers. It is a super busy day at the office and you have a patient walk in with two chipped front teeth that need to be addressed because he has a big business…
Transitioning from Dental School to Clinical Practice
By: Dr. Savanah Craig After spending 4 years of my life in an academic environment surrounded by the minute details of dentistry, the transition to clinical practice can be challenging. Difficulties Transitioning from Dental School to Clinical Practice These aspects of dentistry have been challenges faced by every new graduate from dental school. Technical Knowledge…
Occlusal Examination: Why and How
By: Bill Gregg DDSThis topic originally appeared on Pankey.org. Dr. Gregg gave permission for igniteDDS to share with our readers. The occlusal examination during hygiene assessment is important to maintain a healthy patient dentition and to ensure that the temporomandibular joint is functioning properly. This will help prevent any upcoming symptoms like muscle pain, which…
Embracing the Journey: Lessons from Expanding Dental Practices
Dr. Naved Fatmi shares his experiences in expanding dental practices. Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH Scaling a dental practice comes with a unique set of challenges and opportunities. In a revealing episode of the “Dental Fuel” podcast, Dr. Naved Fatmi shares his experiences in expanding his dental operations…
Correcting a Dental Assistant Who Chronically Cross-Contaminates in a Dental Office
Cross-contamination in a dental office poses serious risks to both patients and staff. By: Ronda Holman When a dental assistant frequently engages in behaviors that lead to cross-contamination, it’s crucial to address the issue promptly and constructively. Here’s how to effectively manage and correct this situation: Assess the Knowledge Gap Start by identifying whether the…
How Do You Know If You Achieved Centric Relation?
By: Dr. Leonard A. Hess, DDSClinical Director, The Dawson AcademyThis article originally appeared on TheDawsonAcademy.com, Dr. Hess allowed igniteDDS to share with our readers. When we talk about utilizing bimanual manipulation as a way to get centric relation, one of the biggest misunderstandings we see is the tendency for dentists to think CR is achieved…
Embracing Change & Innovation in Dentistry: Insights from Dr. Naved Fatmi
Host: Dr. Tanya Sue MaestasGuest: Dr. Naved FatmiEdited By: Candy Velez CRDH The Entrepreneurial Dentist: Thinking Beyond the Chair Traditionally seen through the clinical lens, dentistry has transformed significantly with the advent of business-oriented models. Dr. Naved Fatmi’s journey exemplifies this shift. Starting with the ambitious goal of owning multiple practices, he quickly realized that…