In this episode we welcome in Veronica Blea, EDDA who has an expanded duties dental assistant background but has made a shift into more of a training and education role. We sit down to talk about the strained relationship that is the dental hygienist/dental assistant relationship. Give this a … [Read more...] about 380 The Dental Assistant and Dental Hygienist Relationship with Veronica Blea, EDDA
Airway and Sleep with Dr. Mike Czubiak, DDS
Dr. Mike Czubiak joins us for this episode and talks about how his career has moved from bread and butter dentistry - fillings and crowns - to diving in deep on airway and sleep. Dr. Czubiak loves the dental hygienist and we hear his thoughts on what role they play in his office. Its a great … [Read more...] about Airway and Sleep with Dr. Mike Czubiak, DDS
Dr. Mia Geisinger and Katrina Sanders Celebrate the 100th Fast Facts: Perio Edition!
Katrina Sanders, RDH brings on special guest Dr. Mia Geisinger, DDS, a periodontist and professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham! Dr. Geisinger brings in an incredible fact about not brushing your teeth. Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Dr. Mia Geisinger and Katrina Sanders Celebrate the 100th Fast Facts: Perio Edition!
Quicker Appointments (Prep, Tray Set Up, Radiographs, Perio Charting) with Andrew Johnston, RDH
In this TIPisode we tackle the issue of time management as Andrew Johnston, RDH give his pointers for Prep, Tray Set-up, Radiographs, and Perio Charting. Like many things, it will take practice and repetition before these tips become habits but give it a real … [Read more...] about Quicker Appointments (Prep, Tray Set Up, Radiographs, Perio Charting) with Andrew Johnston, RDH
377 Biological Dental Hygiene with Barbara Tritz, MSB, BSDATE, RDH
Barbara Tritz is one of the most fascinating individuals and in this episode she helps us learn the role of a biologic dental hygienist and how she helps get her patients so healthy. She has a different way of practicing and it really pays off! Give it a listen! Resources: Fluoride … [Read more...] about 377 Biological Dental Hygiene with Barbara Tritz, MSB, BSDATE, RDH
372 Sleep Better with Teresa DeNike BS, CCSH and Drew Copeland RPSGT, CCSH
In this episode we talk about the importance of sleep, and how Teresa and Drew are helping our patients achieve their best rest! If you are interested in learning more, please check out their website, social, or email them through the links … [Read more...] about 372 Sleep Better with Teresa DeNike BS, CCSH and Drew Copeland RPSGT, CCSH
Let’s Talk About Vitamin D – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders
This week we learn how necessary vitamin d is for our health. Not only does it help with bone growth and support but it also has roles in reducing inflammation, cell growth, and gut absorption of other vitamins. Learn about its effects on our periodontal health in this episode! Resources: More … [Read more...] about Let’s Talk About Vitamin D – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders
Overcoming Anxiety and Failure in Dental Hygiene with Andrew Johnston, RDH
In this TIPisode Andrew explains his opinion on why there is so much negativity, anxiety, and depression over what we perceive to be failure and what we can do about it. He talks about how broken dentistry is and attempts to shape the vantage point from which we view it. Tl;dr - We are strong, … [Read more...] about Overcoming Anxiety and Failure in Dental Hygiene with Andrew Johnston, RDH
