An Office Update with Cusp Dental Boutique: 2024 Edition

As another year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on everything that’s happened at Cusp Dental Boutique in 2024. This year has been filled with growth, laughter, learning, and community - exactly the way we like it. From birthdays to new treatments, family milestones to professional certifications, we’ve stayed true to our mission: caring for our patients as a whole and always seeking joy along the way. Here's a peek at some of our favorite moments from the past year.

January is the time for new resolutions, new beginnings, and a fresh take on day-to-day life. We took time to find our favorite moments and start sending out the Cusp Chronicles!

In February, Dr. Hamlin rediscovered her love of roller skating and enjoyed spending weekends with family at the roller rink. Professionally, the team dove into Dental Ozone Therapy (DOT) training in Katy, Texas, returning inspired and energized to bring holistic health to our patients. We also welcomed Lizzy to the front desk crew!

March brought double birthday celebrations for Dr. Hamlin and Caitlyn, two believers in celebrating all month long. We also took time to honor our dentists and assistants during National Dentist Day and Dental Assistant Recognition Week. Your kind words and appreciation truly meant the world to us!

In April, we celebrated Greg, our honorary marketing manager (and Dr. Hamlin’s husband), as he hit a milestone birthday. We also spotlighted Amanda, our fantastic hygienist, during Dental Hygienist Appreciation Week. April was a month of awareness, too - don’t forget to request your Oral Cancer Screening at your next hygiene visit.

May was all about blooming - our Untethered Clinic began its expansion, creating more space to support infant to adult oral function. We also hosted a sweet giveaway for Mother’s Day, celebrating all types of moms in our community.

In June, we gathered for our 2nd Annual Interoffice Kickball game with three other local dental teams. It was a day of fun, friendly competition, and a reminder of how strong our local dental community is. We also honored the legacy of Dr. Hamlin’s father, Dr. Tutuh, who continues to inspire our work and vision at Cusp.

July brought big changes and bigger dance moves - Dr. Hamlin’s daughter, JoJo had her very first dance recital and crushed her performance to Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (Yes, Dr. Hamlin and Zoe sang along!) We also said a heartfelt goodbye to Renee, who after over a decade of dedication, moved to Charlotte, NC to start a new chapter. She’ll always be part of the Cusp family.

By August, summer was in full swing and Dr. Hamlin began her WSET Level 2 wine certification, and in the office, we introduced a new microscope so patients could see the oral bacteria that may be impacting their health - truly eye-opening!

We kicked off September with some helpful tips for Gum Health Awareness month - make sure you’re getting all sides of those teeth!

In October, we had a lot to celebrate! Dr. Hamlin passed her WSET Level 2 exam and received the Virginia Dental Association’s Leadership Award. We also marked our official 3rd birthday with our Annual Patient Appreciation Cookout - complete with Mike D’s BBQ, custom gifts for our Cusp Circle members, and plenty of love and laughter with our amazing patients!

November took us to New Orleans, where the Cusp team attended SmileCon for continuing education (and beignets). We came back full of new ideas, insights, and plenty of gratitude. As Thanksgiving approached, we felt especially thankful for our patients, team, and the amazing community we serve. You’re all amazing!

Finally, December wrapped the year on a joyful note. We celebrated birthdays for Tonya and Andi and closed the office for the week of Christmas to rest and recharge. Ozone Therapy continued to gain traction as a powerful tool in our integrative dental approach, and we’re excited to keep exploring its benefits into the new year.

From roller rinks to recitals, microscopes to milestones, 2024 was a beautiful blend of personal joy and professional passion. Thank you for being part of our story. We can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!

The Cusp Squad 💛