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The Relationship Between Work-Life Balance, Job Satisfaction and Turnover Intention Among Dental Hygienists

Angela Metrano, Linda D. Boyd, Emily McCleary and Mariah Wilkerson
American Dental Hygienists' Association August 2026, 100 (4) 6-18;

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Angela Metrano, Linda D. Boyd, Emily McCleary, Mariah Wilkerson
American Dental Hygienists' Association Aug 2026, 100 (4) 6-18;
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