We just had an episode on sustainability, and clinicians are becoming more vocal in requesting specific tools and disposables for a variety of reasons including helping our planet. In this episode Josey Sewell addresses the common question about how to request specific items when working in a DSO. … [Read more...] about I have a specific glove or mask brand I like, will a DSO order this for me? with Josey Sewell, RDH
Buffering Local Anesthetics, How Does They Work? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Are you an RDH that does local anesthesia? Do you know about buffering? In this mini episode, Tom Viola breaks it down for us and explains how it works, when to use it, and why he calls it one of the most under-utilized tools in dentistry! Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by … [Read more...] about Buffering Local Anesthetics, How Does They Work? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Please Share!
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, please share this short episode filled with resources for the individual, friend, family member, and healthcare professional. Important links in the shownotes! 988lifeline.org - Resources for friends and family Call 988 for the suicide and crisis … [Read more...] about Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – Please Share!
451 International Dental Hygiene Symposium in Seoul with Dr. Emily Boge
This is a great episode where we catch up with Dr. Emily Boge having recently returned from the International Federation of Dental Hygienists Symposium in Seoul, South Korea. Few people take the time to really experience culture as they travel, even less so when they travel all the time. Emily talks … [Read more...] about 451 International Dental Hygiene Symposium in Seoul with Dr. Emily Boge
450 Lab Tech to RDH To…? with Derik Sven, RDH
On the show today we have Derek Sven and we talk about his unique path of going from a lab tech to a dental hygienist and what he is up to now which is very fascinating. Derek is one of those people who just doesn’t sit still, he is always working on multiple things and he has some BIG plans for the … [Read more...] about 450 Lab Tech to RDH To…? with Derik Sven, RDH
Vitamin A, C, and D – Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover!
Micronutrients A, C, and D are all vital for our teeth, periodontium, and overall health. In this mini-episode with Machell Hudson-Hoover she gives you the facts that you can use for yourself, or for starting oral-systemic discussions with your … [Read more...] about Vitamin A, C, and D – Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover!
Selecting the Right Tools for Practice with Bethany Montoya, RDH
Sometimes we get so far out over our skis, that we lose focus. It's time to take a look at the basics, so in this episode we talk with Bethany Montoya about the types of products we should have on our tray and in the op. Additionally, we talk about what Pac-Dent does to represent at RDH Under One … [Read more...] about Selecting the Right Tools for Practice with Bethany Montoya, RDH
Blood Thinners Update with Tom Viola!
Blood thinner guidance has really changed over the years and in this week's episode we are responding to a message sent in by Dr. Pier in which she had an interesting patient observation who was taking blood thinners. Tom Viola breaks down what drugs we need to pay attention to, which classes these … [Read more...] about Blood Thinners Update with Tom Viola!