In this week’s episode of “Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott”, Megen continues her series on best practices within the dental office by looking at the remarkably important topic of hand hygiene. Episode Highlights: The importance of hand hygiene The two types of … [Read more...] about Hand Hygiene – Episode 8: Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott
Taking a Medical History – A Tale of Two Hygienists: TIPisode with Claire Jeong (November 2019)
Claire Jeong is the founder of StudentRDH.com, dentaltoaster.com, smarterDA.com and now https://wakeupmemory.com/ This week, Claire helps us to remember the difference in brand vs. generic. We can waste time when reviewing the medical history by looking up medication names. If we had a fun and … [Read more...] about Taking a Medical History – A Tale of Two Hygienists: TIPisode with Claire Jeong (November 2019)
Metrics Matter with Josey Sewell, RDH – Episode 201
A Tale of Two Hygienists is happy to bring its listeners a new series on the business side of dental hygiene, something not every hygienist is familiar with but certainly has a massive impact on how effectively we’re able to treat patients. This week’s guest Josey Sewell, actually … [Read more...] about Metrics Matter with Josey Sewell, RDH – Episode 201
Cold Sterile Solution with Noel Brandon – Kelsh: TIPisode (November 2019)
This week's TIPisode is with Noel Brandon-Kelsch. Are you still working with the cold sterile solution in your office? Noel gives us the deets on the proper way to use cold sterile in our practice, and asks the questions: Should we still be using it? Send in your infection control questions! … [Read more...] about Cold Sterile Solution with Noel Brandon – Kelsh: TIPisode (November 2019)
Embracing Dental Technology – Episode 200 Student Focused Presents: Embracing Dental Technology
Michelle recently dropped by Dentsply Sirona World, a three-day conference for dental professionals held in Las Vegas, where she had the opportunity to speak with three dental hygienists who generously discussed some of the modern technology used both regularly and on occasion in the average dental … [Read more...] about Embracing Dental Technology – Episode 200 Student Focused Presents: Embracing Dental Technology
CE Zoom with Sarah Thiel – Episode 6: Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott
Joining Megen in this week’s episode of “Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott” is Sarah Thiel, owner of CE Zoom, who shares her insight into the professional development world as well as some tips and tricks for success. Episode Highlights: Sarah’s professional … [Read more...] about CE Zoom with Sarah Thiel – Episode 6: Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott
Patient Medical History – TIPisode with Dr. Tom Viola (November 2019)
Dr. Tom Viola tells us about the power of the medical history and why you shouldn't ask the patient if they take any medication... With over 30 years’ experience as a pharmacist, educator, speaker and author, Tom Viola, R.Ph., C.C.P. has earned his reputation as the go-to specialist for … [Read more...] about Patient Medical History – TIPisode with Dr. Tom Viola (November 2019)
Connecting through Teledentistry – A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 199
Andrew and Michelle’s trip to RDH Under One Roof actually allowed them to pack a bunch of RDHs (and a dentist!) under one roof to record this episode. The subject at hand is teledentistry, where technology allows dental professionals to examine and diagnose individuals who may not be able to make it … [Read more...] about Connecting through Teledentistry – A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 199