We are taught proper ultrasonic insert maintenance in school, but do we remember when we are supposed to have them replaced? Even if you do remember, the DuraTip by Parkell is resetting all of the rules. Listen to this episode to hear about a better way to practice with … [Read more...] about Does Your Ultrasonic Insert Work? with Noel Paschke and Tim Haberstumpf
416 The 2024 New Year’s Episode
In this episode Andrew addresses comments and questions from the audience about 2023 and also talks about what to expect for 2024. It should be a really great year! In this episode he covers: What did you think of 2023? How is the new job? How is the pup? What challenges did you … [Read more...] about 416 The 2024 New Year’s Episode
Informed Refusal of Periodontal Treatment – Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Have you had a patient walk into the office, find out that they need periodontal therapy, and then request for "just a normal cleaning"? This can be tough to figure out how to navigate but we do have certain legal and ethical responsibilities. Listen in for this episode as Katrina tells us … [Read more...] about Informed Refusal of Periodontal Treatment – Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Building a Pilot Program with Belangie Perez-Torres, RDH
A pilot program can be used in lots of facets of our lives from the professional facing to the friend group. Please join us as Belangie Perez-Torres walks us through some key components! Belangie Perez-Torres on LinkedIn or @dental_hygenie on Instagram … [Read more...] about Building a Pilot Program with Belangie Perez-Torres, RDH
415 End of Year Roundtable with Lizz, Anna, and Heather
It's time for the end of year wrap up for A Tale of Two Hygienists so we are bringing you a really low key insider peek to a conversation I had with Anna, Heather, and Lizz. We talk a bit about the importance of a community and podcasting. We talk about holiday parties, Christmas bonuses, gifts for … [Read more...] about 415 End of Year Roundtable with Lizz, Anna, and Heather
414 Is Perio Protect the Real Deal? with Megan Duke, RDH and Ana Garcia, RDH *Not Sponsored!*
It comes up in the facebook groups quite often, is Perio Protect the real thing or is it just a way for the office to make money? In this episode we speak to the everyday RDH who is using Perio Protect in their offices and ask them the questions you are asking - how much do they charge? does it … [Read more...] about 414 Is Perio Protect the Real Deal? with Megan Duke, RDH and Ana Garcia, RDH *Not Sponsored!*
Holiday Peanut Brittle and Toothpaste: A Treatment for Allergies – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Researchers are developing a special toothpaste for patients with a peanut allergy. Why and what will you be hearing from your patients about this new idea? Listen in to this week's short episode with Katrina Sanders! Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Holiday Peanut Brittle and Toothpaste: A Treatment for Allergies – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Tackling Tough Stains While Minimizing Splatter and Patient Sensitivity
One of the ickiest things to happen is prophy paste splattering up and onto us. With patients who have tough stain, prolonged exposure of prophy paste and prophy angle increase our chance of getting that nasty stuff on us. This TIPisode will help you learn what kinds of things you can do to reduce … [Read more...] about Tackling Tough Stains While Minimizing Splatter and Patient Sensitivity
