October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, so to start it off in stride we’re using this roundtable episode as an opportunity to speak with two hygienists who have had to live with breast cancer—and persevered. Mary Jensen has worked as a registered dental hygienist for nearly four decades. She … [Read more...] about Breast Cancer Survivors Roundtable with Kris Potts and Mary Jensen – Episode 196
Finding the perfect dental office – Episode 2: Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott
This week’s episode of “Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott” is all about finding your perfect fit within a dental office. Megan interviews Brooke Walters who shares her both experiences as a Dental Assistant and her advice about achieving that perfect fit. Episode … [Read more...] about Finding the perfect dental office – Episode 2: Dental Assistant Talk with Megen Elliott
Consultants with Teresa Duncan – TIPisode (October 2019)
Consultants.... does that word send shivers down your spine? We have all heard the horror stories about consultants taking over practices, and Teresa gives us some great tips and explains that they aren't all so bad. Teresa Duncan, MS is such a wealth of knowledge. Please visit her website and … [Read more...] about Consultants with Teresa Duncan – TIPisode (October 2019)
Tips From Your Future Colleagues – Episode 195 Student Focused Presents:
A Tale of Two Hygienists’ student roundtable series is taking a different approach this week, aimed entirely at students who’ve only recently started hygiene school—though stick around if you’re a senior. You’ll still learn something important. Andrew and Michelle had the honor of attending RDH … [Read more...] about Tips From Your Future Colleagues – Episode 195 Student Focused Presents:
A Tale of Two Hygienists – TIPisode with Dr. Uche Odiatu (September 2019)
This week Dr. Odiatu is talking about a work-life balance. We all struggle to find that balance, but Dr. Odiatu has some great suggestions to help navigate that journey! Dr. Odiatu is a practicing dentist, certified trainer, author, speaker, and repeat AToTH guest. He always brings us content … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – TIPisode with Dr. Uche Odiatu (September 2019)
A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 194 Infection Control Compliance with Toothcop Duane Tinker
It’s come to this: the final installment in A Tale of Two Hygienists’ infection control series. To close things off, we’ve brought on a former law enforcement officer who can speak with authority about both the safety and legal ramifications of an unsanitary dental office. Duane Tinker is the CEO … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 194 Infection Control Compliance with Toothcop Duane Tinker
A Tale of Two Hygienists – TIPisode with Noel Brandon-Kelsch (September 2019)
This week's TIPisode is with Noel Brandon-Kelsch. Closed containers-- how important are they and what do you need to consider when finding the best product for your practice-- that is what this TIPisode is all about! Send in your infection control questions! Noel would love to answer them for … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – TIPisode with Noel Brandon-Kelsch (September 2019)
A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 193 Bloodborne Pathogens with Kim Laudenslager
As Andrew and Michelle continue their infection control series, they really want to focus on bloodborne pathogens—basically any disease or infection that can be transmitted via blood and other bodily fluids. Since hygienists and dentists work in VERY close proximity to their patients’ saliva, it’s … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Hygienists – Episode 193 Bloodborne Pathogens with Kim Laudenslager