Our Mission
The Aligned Hygienist is dedicated to supporting the health, longevity, and well-being of dental professionals through a proactive, evidence-informed approach to ergonomics and yoga therapy. Our mission is to reduce work-related pain, physical strain, and burnout while helping clinicians build sustainable habits that support long-term health and performance. Through education, consulting, and real-world application, we empower dental professionals to care for themselves as intentionally as they care for their patients—cultivating a healthier, more resilient dental community where professional excellence and personal well-being coexist.
Hi, I’m Caitlin
With 17 years of experience as a practicing Registered Dental Hygienist, my personal journey through chronic pain and injury reshaped the direction of my career and clarified my purpose. What began as a struggle with pain evolved into a commitment to prevention, sustainability, and whole-person well-being, leading me to become a Certified Yoga Therapist, Ergonomics Consultant, and the founder of The Aligned Hygienist. By blending lived experience with expertise in yoga therapy, ergonomics, and stress management, I support dental professionals in optimizing their health—physically, mentally, and energetically.
My path shifted when persistent pain forced me to question my longevity in clinical dentistry and consider alternative career paths. Yoga became a pivotal part of my healing journey, eventually guiding me beyond teacher training and into certification as a Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist (CEAS), with a focus on the unique demands of dental professionals.
Today, my work spans individual clinicians, dental teams, practices, organizations, and Dental Support Organizations (DSOs). I collaborate with brands, companies, and event planners as a speaker, educator, writer, and the host of The Aligned Hygienist Podcast—sharing practical, evidence-informed tools rooted in real-world experience. Through consulting, education, content creation, and advisory work, I continue to advocate for healthier, more sustainable careers and a more aligned future for dental professionals everywhere.
Credentials
RDH
Registered Dental
Hygienist
E-RYT500
Registered Yoga
Teacher
C-IAYT
Certified Yoga
Therapist
CEAS
Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist
ISTT
Integrative Somatics Trauma Therapy Certified
Tailored Programs and Services for
Dental Practices and Hygienists
For Dental
Practices
For Hygienists and
Practitioners
Transform Your Practice Today
Invest in the health and well-being of your dental team with The Aligned Hygienist. Contact us to learn more about our services and how we can help your practice thrive. Together, we can create a healthier, more productive, and happier workplace for everyone.