The Oral Health Crisis Dentists Can’t Ignore in 2026

In this episode, Lisa Maisonet shares why oral health awareness matters more than ever, how preventive-care standards are being lowered, and what every dental professional should know about protecting patients and supporting the hygiene profession in 2026.

Highlights from the episode:

– Why Oral Health Awareness Matters in 2026
– The Real Role of Dental Hygienists (Beyond “Just a Cleaning”)
– How Lowered Education Standards Put Patients at Risk
– Why Hygienists and Dentists Must Work Together
– The Legislative Threat Changing Hygiene Nationwide
– How to Protect Patients and Support the Hygiene Profession

Whether you run a growing practice or work chairside every day, this conversation is a reminder of how essential hygienists are to whole-body health, early detection, and long-term patient outcomes.