In this episode we are joined by Dr. Mia Geisinger at RDH Under One Roof to talk about her recommendations for patient care and how hygienists play a part. Dr. Geisinger believes that we each have a role in patient education and delivery of care, but that we all need to communicate and act as a … [Read more...] about How Periodontists and Hygienists Work Together for Patient Health with Dr. Mia Geisinger! **BONUS**
Are Antibiotics Harmful? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH!
Antibiotics have literally been the hero of humanity multiple times over... but in dentistry we have a huge problem of overprescription. Join Katrina Sanders in this Fast Fact mini-episode as she talks about walking the balance of antibiotic stewardship. Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Are Antibiotics Harmful? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH!
Unscientific Facts: An RDH Rant Takeover
Science is the base of the practice of Dental Hygiene, but in this episode Anna, Heather, and Lizz dive into the truths that might not have science, but everyone knows are facts! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869 … [Read more...] about Unscientific Facts: An RDH Rant Takeover
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!
Is Baking Soda Abrasive? with Sue Scherer, RDH
Patients and clinicians alike continue to perpetuate the myth that baking soda is abrasive so in this TIPisode we get down to the science with Sue Scherer. Be sure to check the shownotes for the RDA chart to see where your toothpaste is! Thank you to our partner in this episode Arm and Hammer! … [Read more...] about Is Baking Soda Abrasive? with Sue Scherer, RDH
What Age Should Children First See The Dentist? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Being a parent is hard, there is a LOT to learn. How heavy does the child have to be for a car seat and is it rear facing or forward facing? When do they transition to booster seats? What is their vaccination schedule, how do they get enrolled in preschool? These and about a thousand more questions … [Read more...] about What Age Should Children First See The Dentist? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
DIY Dentistry – An RDH Rant Takeover
People are... creative. They file their own teeth, create their own whitening pastes, pull their own teeth, and super glue their teeth back together. In this episode Heather, Lizz, and Anna share some great stories of DIY Dentistry. RDH … [Read more...] about DIY Dentistry – An RDH Rant Takeover
444 Perio Hygienist vs General Practice RDH with Dr. Sam Low
I have often thought about what it must be like working in a perio practice. From start to finish, patient to clinician to insurance and more... it all must be so different. And what kinds of products do they recommend and what is on their tray? Also, how does the hygienist fit within the team? This … [Read more...] about 444 Perio Hygienist vs General Practice RDH with Dr. Sam Low
