Stephanie Botts, RDH, BSDH, CEAS, has been a clinical dental hygienist for more than 14 years. She is a Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, providing both in-office and virtual ergonomics consulting and coaching to dental professionals. Botts also provides continuing education on ergonomics to dental and dental hygiene associations. Her experience as a clinical dental hygienist and ergonomics expert has allowed her to recognize the unique challenges of practicing pain-free in the dental setting. Botts believes that dental professionals can ensure career longevity by learning practical strategies to optimize proper ergonomics inside and outside the operatory.