Antibiotics were once doled out like candy to anyone who had an ouchy tooth or metal in their body. Now, we know better... sorta. Sue Scherer joins the podcast this week to talk about what our responsibility is as dental professionals for understanding and knowing proper use and administration of … [Read more...] about 438 Antibiotics: Who Needs A Pre-Med? With Sue Scherer, RDH
431 Assessing and Diagnosing Caries with Jessica Woods, RDH
RDHs cannot diagnose… such a dumb statement. RDHs are completely underutilized in the analysis and objective measurement of decay, so while diagnosing if off the table, we should be utilized as key players in the detection of caries. Sometimes, we need someone in our field to demonstrate, to walk … [Read more...] about 431 Assessing and Diagnosing Caries with Jessica Woods, RDH
420 Intro to Myo with Leslie Farrin and Heidi Giasson
Welcome to the first part of the Myofunctional Therapy Series of 2024. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin join me to lay down the baseline conversation about this space. They are doing really cool things, they are collaborative with healthcare professionals from other spaces, and really want to help … [Read more...] about 420 Intro to Myo with Leslie Farrin and Heidi Giasson
418 Analyzing Blood Panels with Megan Barnett, MS, CNS
It's not easy getting older... said every old person ever. One of the responsible things to do as we age is to work with a doctor and a team of specialists as needed to keep your health in check. This week's episode, Andrew did just that. He got some bloodwork done for the first time ever and had a … [Read more...] about 418 Analyzing Blood Panels with Megan Barnett, MS, CNS
388 New News on Vaping Dangers with Catrice Opichka, RDH
In this incredible episode Catrice Opichka clues us in on some updates regarding the dangers of vaping. We talk about 2nd and 3rd hand vaping effects, where the national organizations stand on its regulation, and so much more! catrice@pureeducation.org Collaboration Cures … [Read more...] about 388 New News on Vaping Dangers with Catrice Opichka, RDH
384 Oral Cancer Screening with Ellen Myers, RDH, BS
Ellen Myers joins us this week as we review oral cancer and the need for screenings in our operatory. The rates of oral cancer are not going down so we need to be vigilant in catching it early! emeyers@forwardscience.com Forwardscience.com … [Read more...] about 384 Oral Cancer Screening with Ellen Myers, RDH, BS
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
378 Lemons or Lemonade: How Are You Viewing Life’s Events? Karen Davis, BSDH, RDH
Karen Davis returns to the show! We were so excited to bring her back and talk about the tough times she has been going through and how she has flipped those tough experiences into something that she strives to appreciate. She talks about being more mindful in our days and having a grateful heart. … [Read more...] about 378 Lemons or Lemonade: How Are You Viewing Life’s Events? Karen Davis, BSDH, RDH
