RDH shortages & trends with Bethany Montoya @Humanrdh | Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife.Irene

RDH shortages & trends with Bethany Montoya @Humanrdh | Tooth Or Dare Podcast with Toothlife.Irene

From Tooth or Dare Podcast by Irene Iancu @Toothlife.Irene

October 28, 2025 · 29 min · Episode 190

About this episode

Bethany Montoya shares her journey in dental hygiene, discussing challenges, mentorship, and professional growth.

We all know Bethany Montoya as HumanRDH on social media. Advocate for all that is right and fair in the world of dental hygiene. She holds no prisoners when it comes to her quick responses and realtalk vibes. Today, I get to sit down with her IRL and learn more about the journey that inspired her to advocate so loudly. She talks about how she found her way into dental hygiene, the challenges she faced during school, and the reality of balancing her education with everyday life. She shares honest thoughts on pay, benefits, and the culture inside dental practices, along with how mentorship and saying “yes” to opportunities shaped her career. We chat about: ▪️ Her view of patient care has grown, and the lessons she’s carried with her along the way. ▪️ The twists and challenges that shaped Bethany’s path into dental hygiene. ▪️ How she managed the balance between school, work, and personal life. ▪️ Real conversations about pay, benefits, and the culture inside dental practices. ▪️ The value of mentors and what can happen when you say “yes” to new opportunities. ▪️ How her outlook on how professional growth has changed over time. If you’re curious about what it takes to build a…

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