Episode 120: Empowering Young Smiles and Representation in Dental Health with LaTonya Butler

In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Prophy®, Jasmin Haley welcomes LaTonya Butler, a passionate pediatric dental hygienist, children’s book author, and the founder of Wish Upon a Smile LLC. Known as "The Brown Tooth Fairy," LaTonya is on a mission to make dental education fun, accessible, and inclusive for children through her books, events, and outreach efforts. She shares her journey from clinical practice to publishing, emphasizing the importance of representation, perseverance, and her commitment to empowering young smiles.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Journey to Becoming an Author

2. Representation in Dental Education

3. Community Engagement and Book Launch Success

4. Overcoming Fears and Embracing Visibility

5. Advice for Aspiring Authors and Entrepreneurs

Quotes from the Episode:

• "Representation matters. I wanted kids to see characters that look like them in dental education books."- Latonya Bulter, RDH
• "Be patient and keep going—even when the journey gets tough. When you follow your heart, everything else will fall into place."- Latonya Butler, RDH

Connect with LaTonya Butler:

• Website: TheBrownToothFairy.com
• Instagram: @thebrowntoothfairy

Connect with Jasmin Haley:

• Website: www.beyondtheprophy.com
• Instagram: @beyondtheprophy
• LinkedIn: Jasmin Haley

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