National Dental Hygiene Month Winner- Cortney
We had so many amazing entries to the National Dental Hygiene Month giveaway, it was so hard to pick just one! I wish we had enough prizes to give everyone who entered, since every hygienist is just amazing. The more we get to know dental hygienists in our community, in our online community, and through out the country, I’m amazing on how genuine, kind, smart, and funny they all are.
We are excited to announce the winner of the 2019 #NDHM giveaway to Courtney Humphrey! It has been wonderful to get to know her, and see her passion for dental hygiene with starting her own mobile clinic to help underserved areas in her state. We asked Courtney a few questions about starting her own business, and how it has changed her life.
How long have you been a dental hygienist?
I have been a hygienist for almost 8 years.
What inspired you to start your own mobile clinic?
I never imagined I'd be an entrepreneur. From a fairly young age I felt a draw towards individuals with special needs and loved to do volunteer work with them. In 2017 my daughter was born with special needs. She ended up passing away after just a few short weeks, but she left me determined to serve and care for those with special needs.Then in February of this year I attended a CE presented by Angie Stone and that flame was reignited. A few months later, with the support of some awesome dentists, Accessible Dental was born.
Where are you at in the process?
I will be seeing patients at my first facility next month!
What has been the hardest part in owning your own business?
The most difficult part so far has been putting myself out there. I've been making "cold calls" both in person and over the phone to get patients. Sometimes it gets discouraging to get rejection after rejection. I have to remind myself constantly to be brave and push through the growing pains because I have a service that can make a difference in others' lives.
What has been the most fun/most rewarding?
Meeting so many wonderful individuals, and getting to know them and their stories. They bring so much light to my day. I always feel best when I forget myself and focus on others.