Previous studies have demonstrated the introduction of processed sugars coincides with the prevalence of S. mutans in dental plaque and biofilm. There is also an abundance of evidence that indicates S. mutans in the decay process leading to dental caries. In a recent study published in 2017 in the … [Read more...] about Targeting of Streptococcus mutans Biofilms by a Novel Small Molecule Prevents Dental Caries and Preserves the Oral Microbiome – Science Sunday
Top 5 Reasons To Advocate For Your Profession
Today on Your Dental Top 5, Amanda Hill is joined by Crystal Spring and Alyssa Aberle to talk about the importance of advocating in our profession. Episode Highlights Top 5 Advocacy Quotes “If we didn’t have advocacy we would be doing the same … [Read more...] about Top 5 Reasons To Advocate For Your Profession
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Clinical Gingival Health on a Reduced Periodontium”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses clinical gingival health as it is defined by the 2017 AAP classification systems. Quotes: “The key indicator here is that it is imperative for us as the treating clinician to identify, does our … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Clinical Gingival Health on a Reduced Periodontium”
Aerosol and Spatter Reduction Efficacy of Mr. Thirsty® and Alternative Products
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for dental hygienists to be aware of aerosols and spatter. In the past aerosols and spatter have been a concern, but never to the degree it is today. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a thorn in the side of dentistry since day one, however it has … [Read more...] about Aerosol and Spatter Reduction Efficacy of Mr. Thirsty® and Alternative Products
Airflow Max Hand Piece From EMS – Chairside Chat
Y’all know Michelle LOVES GBT (Guided Biofilm Therapy) and even more so with the new Airflow Max hand piece from EMS Dental! Check it out in this Chairside Chat! … [Read more...] about Airflow Max Hand Piece From EMS – Chairside Chat
TIPisode An Extra Hand With Mr. Thirsty
This TIPisode is brought to you by Zirc Dental. We are joined by Tina Punton, who talks to us about the game changer that is Mr. Thirsty One-Step! Tina attended Minnesota State University-Mankato to receive her degree in Dental Hygiene. Prior to joining the Zirc team, she spent 23 years … [Read more...] about TIPisode An Extra Hand With Mr. Thirsty
How do Educators do Summer Break with Hygiene Edge, Jessica, Melia and Shelley – 286
Please Leave a Review! Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH., Melia Lewis, MEd, BSDH, RDH., and Shelley Brown, MEd, BSDH, RDH., of ‘Hygiene Edge’ take over and host the podcast this week. Together, they discuss how they get ready for summer as dental hygiene educators. Offering valuable experience, … [Read more...] about How do Educators do Summer Break with Hygiene Edge, Jessica, Melia and Shelley – 286
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Clinical Spectrum of Health”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH begins dialog around the 2017 AAP classification systems by talking about the clinical spectrum of health and the first two of the major categories when it comes to diagnosing or identifying periodontal health as … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System – Clinical Spectrum of Health”
