Over 1000 participants during the years 1968-2007, a study was conducted to measure periodontitis and mortality. Every 20% that we lose alveolar bone, there is a 14% increased risk to mortality. How hard are we fighting the good fight to prevent boneloss? Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Shocking Data on Mortality and Periodontitis! – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
396 Working Abroad – Oman with Tricia Husbands, RDH
In this episode we welcome Tricia Husbands, RDH to the podcast. This is her first time on the show and she relates her experiences working abroad. … [Read more...] about 396 Working Abroad – Oman with Tricia Husbands, RDH
395 Hygienists are Versatile with Val Dangler, BSDH, RDH
RDH's are awesome! Val Dangler joins the podcast today to show some of the cool things that hygienists can do. We follow her journey through the dental field and hear her describe the importance of continuous learning, mentoring, and being open to new ideas. Resources: Instagram - … [Read more...] about 395 Hygienists are Versatile with Val Dangler, BSDH, RDH
394 Pain Prevention and Musculoskeletal Issues with Dr. Sam Shamardi
Welcome back to the show Dr. Sam Shamardi! This week we talk about those nagging aches and pains we get as dental professionals and what we can do to lessen or even prevent them! Check out Dr. Shamardi's Instagram for great ideas @drsamshamardi and also check out his website DrSamShamardi.com … [Read more...] about 394 Pain Prevention and Musculoskeletal Issues with Dr. Sam Shamardi
Pregnancy and Periodontal Severity – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
This week, Katrina discusses the link between the NUMBER of births and the SEVERITY of periodontal disease. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders … [Read more...] about Pregnancy and Periodontal Severity – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Periodontal Decontamination with Wes Fields **Bonus**
We welcome Wes Fields into the show today to talk about the persistent bugs and other biomatter that live in the depths of periodontal pockets... and what can be done about them. He explains to us how HybenX (made by Epien) can be used to treat the chronic wounds of periodontitis without … [Read more...] about Periodontal Decontamination with Wes Fields **Bonus**
Getting Out of Your Own Way with Amanda Hill BSDH, RDH
This week's TIPisode features Amanda Hill, RDH and she talks to us about our self-destructive nature and how that impairs our ability to heal others. In fitting fashion, she brings to you a "Top 5" to help you get out of your own way. @amandahillrdh AmandaHillRDH@gmail.com … [Read more...] about Getting Out of Your Own Way with Amanda Hill BSDH, RDH
Kettenbach Takes on Prevention with Profisil Fluoride Varnish
Join us in this TIPisode featuring KOL Melissa Alt, RDH as she explains her thoughts on a new product from Kettenbach - Profisil Fluoride Varnish. We know fluoride varnish is for more than just kids, but adults sometimes have objections. Melissa lists several reasons why adults specifically might … [Read more...] about Kettenbach Takes on Prevention with Profisil Fluoride Varnish
