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.
Preparing Your Patients for Removable Prosthodontics
By: Ronda Holman For many patients, transitioning to removable prosthodontics, whether partial dentures or full dentures, can…
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…
You Want to Apply to Dental School, Now What?
By: Dr. Bri Torgerson Hi! I’m Dr. Bri Torgerson and this month, I wanted to touch base with those applying to dental school. My background in applying to dental schools is that I applied three times to dental school. Now, I ended up getting in on my second application cycle 10 days before orientation, but…
Choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One
Here are the top things to keep in mind after choosing to Acquire a Dental Practice & Not Start One By: Bruce Bryen So you finally decided to acquire an existing dental practice. There were likely many reasons why you made this decision. The answer to whether to buy an existing dental practice or start…
Buyer Beware: 7 Warnings You’re Looking at the Wrong Practice to Buy
Here’s Why You Should Not Ignore the Red Flags By: Dr. David Rice So you want to buy a dental practice and you’re worried you’re looking at the wrong practice. 7 Red Flags You’re Looking at the Wrong Practice to Buy 1. How Many Active Patients Are There? Talk to ten people and you’ll get…
Starting a Dental Practice vs Buying an Existing Practice
By: Bruce Bryen Considering starting a dental practice vs buying an existing practice? Whoever said that it was going to be easy had no idea what had to be done to start up a dental practice from the ground up. This is in comparison to acquiring an existing dental practice through a dental practice broker…
Dental Fuel Episode 15: Ronda Holman: Team Mistake
This week, on Dental Fuel Episode 15, we’re diving deep into the art of building better communicators within dental teams. Communication is our SUPERPOWER, and it all starts with understanding the human aspect of what we do. Ronda specializes in helping to create the ideal DDS-DA relationship. Empowering dental assistants to continue their education so…
Dental Partnerships: The Good and The Bad!
By: Bruce Bryen Now the potential for more income, exposure to the community, and the recognition deserved by the graduate may be about to occur. The learning curve has been completed after the hiring as an associate, the purchase of a dental practice, and the reputation being built where the name of the dentist is…
Is Strength Training the Key to Your Dental Career Longevity?
By: Savannah Craig One of the many things associated with a career in dentistry is back and neck pain. Finding ways to protect yourself is crucial to being able to have a long career. Since dental school, I’ve been trying to find solutions for managing and preventing back pain. I’ve tried stretching, massage therapy, and…
Dental Fuel Episode 14: Ronda Holman: Financial Mistake
This week on Dental Fuel Episode 14, Ronda Holman, a seasoned dental assistant with over 24 years of experience, exposes a critical financial mistake – PEOPLE. Join us as Ronda explains how your team can be the ultimate asset or the ultimate demise of a dental practice. Your dream dental office flourishes when your team…
Cultivate Leadership within Your Dental Team
Cultivating Leadership in Your Dental Team: Empowerment Strategies for Practice Success By: Dawn Patrick A successful dental practice is built upon more than just clinical expertise; it thrives when every member of the team embraces leadership qualities. Transforming your dental team into a group of empowered leaders can foster a dynamic environment, enhance patient experiences,…
Dental Fuel Episode 13: Clinical Mistake with Ronda Holman
This week on Dental Fuel Episode 13, Ronda Holman, a passionate dental assistant unleashes 24 years of wisdom and shares her insights on not letting feelings fester within your dental team. In the ever-changing world of dentistry addressing clinical mishaps promptly is key to creating a collaborative environment. Ronda specializes in helping to create the…