Collaborations
Debra Dencek, BSDH, RDH, CEAS
Debra Dencek, BSDH, RDH, CEAS, the founder and CEO of Veil Products LLC, is a registered dental hygienist and a certified ergonomic assessment specialist.
Dencek graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene. She continues to work clinically while promoting ergonomics in dentistry. She is passionate about the mind, body, spirit connection and professional advocacy.
Debra Dencek, BSDH, RDH, CEAS
Debra Dencek, BSDH, RDH, CEAS, the founder and CEO of Veil Products LLC, is a registered dental hygienist and a certified ergonomic assessment specialist.
Dencek graduated from Northern Arizona University with a bachelor’s degree in dental hygiene. She continues to work clinically while promoting ergonomics in dentistry. She is passionate about the mind, body, spirit connection and professional advocacy.
Kristin Hunter, RDH, B.S.
Kristin Hunter was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Her first job was working for her childhood dentist as a dental assistant. After earning her degree in dental hygiene from Rio Salado College in Phoenix, Kristin navigated the dental industry. She worked with various doctors and gained insight and experience with cutting-edge tools and processes along the way.
Recognizing a need for both personal and professional growth, Kristin returned to school to earn her bachelor's degree in Communication. She also served on the board of the Northern Nevada Hygiene Association for six years, including a stint as president.
Kristin was introduced to the Biolase laser at her first dental hygiene position over ten years ago. At the time, Kristin recognized the impact of laser technology in the dental practice, and she decided to become part of the movement promoting laser implementation. She began her serious study of lasers in 2016, following her second standard proficiency course in Reno, Nevada, with the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Today, Kristin provides high-quality CE courses to the dental community, including one specific to lasers and laser training.
In order to provide second-to-none continuing education courses, Kristin completed her Academy of General Dentistry PACE provider approval for accreditation. She has also completed her advanced proficiency from the Academy of Laser Dentistry, a designation awarded after rigorous testing in clinical applications, which involves treating patients and following their periodontal progress.
Kristin is also part of the Academy of Laser Dentistry Speakers bureau, and serves as an active member of both the American Dental Hygiene Association and the Academy of Laser Dentistry.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Kristin enjoys spending time with her family on hikes, scuba dives, and runs.
Kristin Hunter, RDH, B.S.
Kristin Hunter was born and raised in Phoenix, Arizona. Her first job was working for her childhood dentist as a dental assistant. After earning her degree in dental hygiene from Rio Salado College in Phoenix, Kristin navigated the dental industry. She worked with various doctors and gained insight and experience with cutting-edge tools and processes along the way.
Recognizing a need for both personal and professional growth, Kristin returned to school to earn her bachelor's degree in Communication. She also served on the board of the Northern Nevada Hygiene Association for six years, including a stint as president.
Kristin was introduced to the Biolase laser at her first dental hygiene position over ten years ago. At the time, Kristin recognized the impact of laser technology in the dental practice, and she decided to become part of the movement promoting laser implementation. She began her serious study of lasers in 2016, following her second standard proficiency course in Reno, Nevada, with the Academy of Laser Dentistry. Today, Kristin provides high-quality CE courses to the dental community, including one specific to lasers and laser training.
In order to provide second-to-none continuing education courses, Kristin completed her Academy of General Dentistry PACE provider approval for accreditation. She has also completed her advanced proficiency from the Academy of Laser Dentistry, a designation awarded after rigorous testing in clinical applications, which involves treating patients and following their periodontal progress.
Kristin is also part of the Academy of Laser Dentistry Speakers bureau, and serves as an active member of both the American Dental Hygiene Association and the Academy of Laser Dentistry.
In addition to her professional pursuits, Kristin enjoys spending time with her family on hikes, scuba dives, and runs.
Marianne Dryer, RDH, MEd
Marianne Dryer is a dynamic speaker, educator and corporate consultant in curriculum development. She has lectured nationally and internationally on periodontal instrumentation with a focus on ultrasonic technique, risk assessment, infection prevention and radiology technique. Marianne’s experience in dentistry spans over 30 years. She is a graduate of Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists, Old Dominion University and received her Master’s in Education from St Joseph’s College of Maine. Marianne was the first year coordinator at Collin College in Dallas Texas for six years where she was selected for the Outstanding Faculty Award and was nominated for the Advisor of the Year. She has been a faculty member at Cape Cod Community College since 2007. Marianne is also a Periodontal Instrumentation Instructor for DH Methods of Education, Inc., an educational program for dental and dental hygiene faculty. She has been a strong advocate for introducing ultrasonic instrumentation into dental hygiene curriculums earlier and with more structured, foundational content.
Marianne Dryer, RDH, MEd
Marianne Dryer is a dynamic speaker, educator and corporate consultant in curriculum development. She has lectured nationally and internationally on periodontal instrumentation with a focus on ultrasonic technique, risk assessment, infection prevention and radiology technique. Marianne’s experience in dentistry spans over 30 years. She is a graduate of Forsyth School for Dental Hygienists, Old Dominion University and received her Master’s in Education from St Joseph’s College of Maine. Marianne was the first year coordinator at Collin College in Dallas Texas for six years where she was selected for the Outstanding Faculty Award and was nominated for the Advisor of the Year. She has been a faculty member at Cape Cod Community College since 2007. Marianne is also a Periodontal Instrumentation Instructor for DH Methods of Education, Inc., an educational program for dental and dental hygiene faculty. She has been a strong advocate for introducing ultrasonic instrumentation into dental hygiene curriculums earlier and with more structured, foundational content.
Anne Duffy, RDH
Anne M. Duffy, RDH is a passionate, dedicated member of the dental community, and she works diligently to empower others to strengthen themselves and their dental profession. Anne graduated from The Ohio State University in 1974 and has 45 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Because she moved 10 times and took 6 state boards prior to settling in Charlotte, NC, she has worked in practices around the country over the years, building up relationships with professionals throughout the various facets of the industry, including office team members, hygienists, dentists, industry leaders, dental schools, and students.
In 1995 she joined a direct sales company selling toothpaste and alcohol-free mouthrinse and worked to build the largest group of female leaders in the company. In 1998 Anne assisted with the launch of Dental Entrepreneur: Business Beyond the Classroom as the only sales associate, and in 2002 she purchased the publication.
In 2016 she conceived Dental Entrepreneur Woman magazine and is committed to inspiring, highlighting, empowering and connecting all women in dentistry. Anne works tirelessly as editor and publisher of both Dental Entrepreneur and Dental Entrepreneur Woman magazines with the goal of attracting amazing people to dentistry and helping them to maximize their careers. She is building up the DeW community as a movement to continue to advance women in dentistry and the causes they advocate. Anne also continues to practice as a hygienist ½ day per week because she loves the operatory, it keeps her current, and that is where it all began.
Anne Duffy, RDH
Anne M. Duffy, RDH is a passionate, dedicated member of the dental community, and she works diligently to empower others to strengthen themselves and their dental profession. Anne graduated from The Ohio State University in 1974 and has 45 years of experience as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Because she moved 10 times and took 6 state boards prior to settling in Charlotte, NC, she has worked in practices around the country over the years, building up relationships with professionals throughout the various facets of the industry, including office team members, hygienists, dentists, industry leaders, dental schools, and students.
In 1995 she joined a direct sales company selling toothpaste and alcohol-free mouthrinse and worked to build the largest group of female leaders in the company. In 1998 Anne assisted with the launch of Dental Entrepreneur: Business Beyond the Classroom as the only sales associate, and in 2002 she purchased the publication.
In 2016 she conceived Dental Entrepreneur Woman magazine and is committed to inspiring, highlighting, empowering and connecting all women in dentistry. Anne works tirelessly as editor and publisher of both Dental Entrepreneur and Dental Entrepreneur Woman magazines with the goal of attracting amazing people to dentistry and helping them to maximize their careers. She is building up the DeW community as a movement to continue to advance women in dentistry and the causes they advocate. Anne also continues to practice as a hygienist ½ day per week because she loves the operatory, it keeps her current, and that is where it all began.
Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP
Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP, is a co-founder and the chief content officer of Today’s RDH, an
independent educational publishing company for dental hygienists, encompassing articles, a
podcast, virtual continuing education events, and self-study continuing education. Today’s RDH
was launched in 2018 after Kara built her social media presence with her largest following on her
Facebook page, Dental Hygiene with Kara RDH, which was created in 2013.
An Oregon Institute of Technology graduate, Kara has a deep passion for spreading knowledge
about the importance of oral health and its association with systemic health. Kara’s passion
extends to helping other hygienists understand current protocols and evidence-based research –
all with the goal of lifting dental hygienists and the dental hygiene profession.
Kara was recognized in 2020 as one of the Top 100 Women in Media for her entrepreneurship as
a co-founder of Today’s RDH. In 2022, she was recognized by the American Dental Hygienists’
Association for their Standout Seven Award in the Entrepreneur category.
Kara lives in Vancouver, Washington, just outside Portland, Oregon, with her husband, Ben, and
their four Chihuahuas. When she’s not working, Kara loves riding the Oregon Dunes on her
quad, spoiling her Chihuahuas, and spending time with her close-knit family.
Kara Vavrosky, RDH
Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP, is a co-founder and the chief content officer of Today’s RDH, an
independent educational publishing company for dental hygienists, encompassing articles, a
podcast, virtual continuing education events, and self-study continuing education. Today’s RDH
was launched in 2018 after Kara built her social media presence with her largest following on her
Facebook page, Dental Hygiene with Kara RDH, which was created in 2013.
An Oregon Institute of Technology graduate, Kara has a deep passion for spreading knowledge
about the importance of oral health and its association with systemic health. Kara’s passion
extends to helping other hygienists understand current protocols and evidence-based research –
all with the goal of lifting dental hygienists and the dental hygiene profession.
Kara was recognized in 2020 as one of the Top 100 Women in Media for her entrepreneurship as
a co-founder of Today’s RDH. In 2022, she was recognized by the American Dental Hygienists’
Association for their Standout Seven Award in the Entrepreneur category.
Kara lives in Vancouver, Washington, just outside Portland, Oregon, with her husband, Ben, and
their four Chihuahuas. When she’s not working, Kara loves riding the Oregon Dunes on her
quad, spoiling her Chihuahuas, and spending time with her close-knit family.
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