The Cusp Blog

Kate Machado, RDH, BS, MEd, FADHA
Kate Machado always knew she wanted to be a dental hygienist, but she never expected how much the profession would help her grow into a leader. Today, she’s teaching the...
Kate Machado, RDH, BS, MEd, FADHA
Kate Machado always knew she wanted to be a dental hygienist, but she never expected how much the profession would help her grow into a leader. Today, she’s teaching the...

Dr. Zerita C. Buchanan
A fourth-generation dentist and proud HBCU grad, is using her voice to drive change. From mentoring 1,000+ future providers to influencing national policy, she’s advancing dentistry beyond the operatory. quip:...
Dr. Zerita C. Buchanan
A fourth-generation dentist and proud HBCU grad, is using her voice to drive change. From mentoring 1,000+ future providers to influencing national policy, she’s advancing dentistry beyond the operatory. quip:...

Joann, RDH Dental Hygienist & Chronic Illness A...
Joann’s lived experience with chronic kidney disease brings a rare kind of insight to the operatory. One that reminds us every patient has a story, and every provider does, too....
Joann, RDH Dental Hygienist & Chronic Illness A...
Joann’s lived experience with chronic kidney disease brings a rare kind of insight to the operatory. One that reminds us every patient has a story, and every provider does, too....

Anistinn, Dental Hygiene Student & Creator
Dental hygiene school isn’t just plaque scores and perio charts. It’s long nights, self-doubt, finding patients wherever you can, and somehow still showing up with heart. quip: For many,...
Anistinn, Dental Hygiene Student & Creator
Dental hygiene school isn’t just plaque scores and perio charts. It’s long nights, self-doubt, finding patients wherever you can, and somehow still showing up with heart. quip: For many,...

Mahvish Ahmed MS, DDS
Dentistry is evolving beyond the operatory. Dr. Mahvish Ahmed, MS, DDS, blends evidence-based science with holistic wellness to create a mindful patient experience. From breath work for anxiety relief to...
Mahvish Ahmed MS, DDS
Dentistry is evolving beyond the operatory. Dr. Mahvish Ahmed, MS, DDS, blends evidence-based science with holistic wellness to create a mindful patient experience. From breath work for anxiety relief to...

Pamela Graboso-Saul, RDH, BSDH, MSDH, FADHA
As a dental hygienist, Pamela Graboso-Saul’s mission is to create a supportive, inclusive community where professionals lift each other up and celebrate shared success. Read on to learn how! ...
Pamela Graboso-Saul, RDH, BSDH, MSDH, FADHA
As a dental hygienist, Pamela Graboso-Saul’s mission is to create a supportive, inclusive community where professionals lift each other up and celebrate shared success. Read on to learn how! ...