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**
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!
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 Being Paid on Commission Bad? Ask The Experts with Josey Sewell!
How do you feel about being paid on commission? Hygienists are very split on this topic so we brought on Josey Sewell to join the show today to give us some perspective. Be sure to reach out to Josey if you have any questions - josey@joseysewell.com or follower her on instagram … [Read more...] about Is Being Paid on Commission Bad? Ask The Experts with Josey Sewell!
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
448 Brain Health and The Healthcare Gap with Deborah Lindell, RDH
There is urgency in dentistry, even more for our aging populations who do not have the benefit of time and repair. Debbie Lindell joins the podcast to talk about the care that we should be providing to help promote brain health. We also talk about the gap in the healthcare system and where we could … [Read more...] about 448 Brain Health and The Healthcare Gap with Deborah Lindell, RDH
