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I  Lisa Hardill am currently working as a Oral Health Consultant for Oral Science. This Blog reflects my views based on my professional experience as a dental hygienist. 

 The intended audience and reader for this site is for dental professionals. 

 I have not been financially compensated to start this blog or to create any specific posts. The opinions expressed are my own based on my experience as an RDH since 2003.  




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