Paula Chebat, BSDH, RDHAP, is an Alternative Practice Hygienist, educator, and EMS GBT Trainer with nearly 20 years of experience in dentistry. Her background spans dental assisting, front office management, and clinical dental hygiene, giving her a uniquely comprehensive perspective on patient care and practice operations. Paula owns and operates her own dental hygiene practice, where she provides accessible preventive care and champions evidence-based protocols that elevate the patient experience. She also serves in legislative and advocacy roles that support and advance the dental hygiene profession. As a trainer with the Swiss Dental Academy, Paula works with dental teams nationwide to implement Guided Biofilm Therapy using the AirFlow Prophylaxis Master, emphasizing clinical excellence, patient comfort, and predictable outcomes. Known for her energetic teaching style and practical communication, Paula is dedicated to empowering dental professionals. Whether she’s leading hands-on trainings, advocating for her profession, or caring for patients, Paula brings passion, integrity, and a forward-thinking vision to the future of dental hygiene.

Hygiéniste dentaire indépendante en Suisse

• Fondatrice de Hygieniste Léman cabinet et formation
• Enseignante CIE en prophylaxie pour les assistantes dentaires
• Membre active de l’association Swiss Dental Hygienists
• Diplômée en 1994 au CEGEP de St Hyacinthe, Québec, Canada (DEC en techniques d’hygiène dentaire avec maturité)
• Parcours pluridisciplinaire au sein de cabinets de parodontologie et d’orthodontie

Laureata con Lode in Igiene Dentale nel 2015 presso l’Università di Padova e Laurea Magistrale nel 2017 presso l’Università La Sapienza di Roma.
Dal 2015 collaboro come libera professionista nello studio di Parodontologia e Implantologia Mazzocco-Paniz situato a Padova.
Ho conseguito il Master di I livello “La ricerca scientifica in ambito sanitario” e, nel 2022, il Master of Science in Dental Hygiene presso l’University College of London, dove mi sono specializzata in perio-medicine, ricerca scientifica e gestione clinica del paziente parodontale. 
Dal 2020 lavoro come professore a contratto presso l’Università degli Studi di Verona e dal 2018 sono GBT Trainer certificata dalla Swiss Dental Academy.

Laureata in Igiene Dentale presso l’Università degli Studi di Genova nel 2017, pratico la mia attività professionale a Genova.
Dopo la laurea, per perfezionarmi sempre di più e  prendermi cura dei miei pazienti nel miglior modo possibile, ho frequentato vari corsi di formazione.
Divento GBT Trainer nel 2020, adoro aiutare i colleghi a introdurre questo protocollo nella propria pratica clinica e imparo da ogni studio dove tengo i corsi qualcosa di nuovo.

Exercice orienté en parodontologie et chirurgie parodontale à Bayonne (64)

• Doctorat d’odontologie
• CES de microbiologie et embryologie buccale
• CES de parodontologie
• AEU de parodontologie de Nice

Pratique privée à Strasbourg (67)

• Diplômée de l’université Paris V
• CES parodontologie Paris V
• Diplôme Hospitalier Parodontologie-Implantologie (Assistance Hôpitaux publique de Paris)
• Ancien Assistant Hospitalo-universitaire en Parodontologie de l’université de Strasbourg
• Attaché Hospitalo-universitaire en Parodontologie de l’université de Strasbourg

Mi sono laureata in Igiene Dentale presso l’Università di Verona nel 2018. Ho iniziato a collaborare presso lo studio odontoiatrico Albertini-Conci-Bertelle nel 2019, dove tutt’ora svolgo parte della mia attività lavorativa. Collaboro in qualità di libera professionista presso il Centro Dentale della Dott.ssa Francesca Manfrini dal 2013. Durante questi anni ho frequentato numerosi corsi e congressi.

Laureata all’Università di Genova nel 2011 in Igiene dentale, sono stata Tutor clinico all’Istituto Stomatologico Toscano per 5 anni e oggi lavoro presso il mio studio ad Alghero.

Michelle Steiner BSDH, RDH has been dedicated to advancing oral health and supporting fellow dental professionals since beginning her career in 1995. After earning her CDA, she completed her dental hygiene degree in 2000 and spent 24 of the last 25 years as the sole RDH in a periodontal practice, where she developed a deep passion for periodontal care, patient relationships, and clinical excellence. She completed her BSDH in 2025 from Minnesota State University, Mankato, with an emphasis in education. Since June 2022, she has served as a U.S. SDA Trainer, and in June 2024, she expanded her role as a Success Coach. In addition to her coaching and training work, she provides dental hygiene services in nursing homes and volunteers her time with Mission of Mercy and her local food pantry, efforts that reflect her strong commitment to giving back and caring for her community. Today, she loves empowering clinicians to confidently implement GBT and helping dental teams grow through supportive, real-world training

Chirurgien-dentiste Diplômée de la faculté de Bordeaux, 2013
Exercice limité à la parodontologie Cabinet Paro-Roosevelt

With over 15 years of experience as a registered dental hygienist and a transformative role as a Swiss Dental Academy Trainer, I am dedicated to advancing patient care and clinician education in dental hygiene. My work with EMS and Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT) has reignited my passion for educating others and deepened my commitment to clinical excellence. I am driven by a love for continuous learning and strive to inspire fellow clinicians while advocating for innovative approaches to dental care.

Higienista dental. Práctica clinica privada.

• Técnico superior en higiene bucodental desde 2014.
• Practica privada en Andorra.

Mi sono laureata nel 2004 all'Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera e nel 2010 in Igiene dentale presso l'Università degli Studi di Milano. Ho conseguito il Master in Patologia Orale presso l'Università degli Studi di Torino (2015). Sono la fondatrice e vicepresidentessa dell’associazione culturale Mamme&Igieniste. Lavoro presso lo studio del Dr. Vedovati a Seriate (BG) e mi occupo di ricerca scientifica. 

Pratique privée orientée parodontologie à Thiais (94)

• Diplômée de la Faculté de Chirurgie Dentaire de Paris V (Montrouge)
• Formation privée de prothèse sur implants à l’Institut de Formation en Chirurgie Implantaire Avancée
• Développement d’une médecine omnipratique dentaire de qualité basée sur les concepts de prise en charge globale