This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Stephanie Botts, RDH who is a clinical hygienist and ergonomic specialist. Today Stephanie talks to us about patient comfort because a comfortable patient is a compliant patient. This TIPisode is sponsored by Gingi-Pak! … [Read more...] about TIPisode Patient Comfort Equals Compliance
360 Reducing Patient Stress through Office Design with Derrick Lai BArchSci, MArch, LEEDAP, OAA
Have you ever been drawn to a beautiful clinic? What makes the space for the clinicians and the patients needs to be thought through. The aesthetics of a dental office are crucial to patient satisfaction. You want to reflect cleanliness without having a cold, sterile feel. Derrick Lai walks us … [Read more...] about 360 Reducing Patient Stress through Office Design with Derrick Lai BArchSci, MArch, LEEDAP, OAA
359: RDH’s Role in Diagnosing Pain with Dr. Mariela Padilla
Join Andrew and Dr. Mariela Padilla as they talk about what to do when a patient comes into your office with Orofacial Pain. Dr. Padilla talks about what you should be looking for with your patients, how to take them through an exam that takes a look at the patient as a whole person and last but … [Read more...] about 359: RDH’s Role in Diagnosing Pain with Dr. Mariela Padilla
TIPisode sleep-disordered breathing, 4 TIPS for screening
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists’ TIPisode we are joined by Bethany Montoya, RDH to talk about screening for sleep-disordered breathing. Bethany shares interview tactics and key indicators to look for in your patients. Contact Bethany: bethanyrdh@outlook.com … [Read more...] about TIPisode sleep-disordered breathing, 4 TIPS for screening
Pumpkin, Patients, and Periodontitis! OH MY! “Fast Facts: Perio Edition”
This week we are loving up on Thanksgiving once again, this time talking about a favorite dessert, and that is of course pumpkin pie. Who doesn't love it when your waistband is so stretched out from that fabulous Thanksgiving dinner and yet you still find a little bit more room for a tiny little … [Read more...] about Pumpkin, Patients, and Periodontitis! OH MY! “Fast Facts: Perio Edition”
357 Unicorn Offices Exist for the RDH with Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD (Live from ADA Smile-Con)
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we recorded live at ADA SmileCon. Big thank you to ADA for inviting us to be a part of their podcasting lounge and giving us the space to interview the AMAZING return guest, and friend of AToTH Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz. Dr. Pam talks to us … [Read more...] about 357 Unicorn Offices Exist for the RDH with Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD (Live from ADA Smile-Con)
356: Co-Diagnosing to Improve Your Practice with Dr. Alex Sharp and Tommy Tipton, RDH from Shared Practices
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we are joined by Dr. Alex Sharp and Lead Hygienist Tommy Tipton to talk about the bigger picture behind co-diagnosing and how doing so creates the IDEAL practice for hygienists and doctors alike! Special thank you to returning guest Brooke Crouch … [Read more...] about 356: Co-Diagnosing to Improve Your Practice with Dr. Alex Sharp and Tommy Tipton, RDH from Shared Practices
Chamomile – Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Supplements 3”
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a favorite supplement among many, chamomile. Tom talks to us about side effects associated with chamomile and how they impact dentistry. This series is … [Read more...] about Chamomile – Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Supplements 3”