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National Dental Hygiene Month

Dental Hygiene Month is observed annually in October to raise awareness about the importance of oral health and to celebrate the work of dental hygienists.

Dental Hygiene Faculty and Students holding sign

Meet two dental hygiene alumni who have returned to USI as
part-time clinical faculty for our Dental Hygiene Program:

Photo of Martha Espenlaub and her family

Martha Espenlaub, RDH

"I love getting back to the basics with the Junior students and seeing skills put to use in Senior clinic!"

Read more about Martha
Photo of Kate Lax Watkins and her husband

Kate Lax-Watkins

"My inspiration for pursuing dental hygiene came from a deep-rooted passion for patient care. I have the privilege of following along with their life achievements while also improving their oral health."

Read more about Kate

Happy Dental Hygiene Month to All of Our Faculty!

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Mrs. Emily Holt
Mrs. Emily Holt
(812) 461-5395