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
355 HPV: A Disease that Doesn’t Discriminate with Catrice Opitchka, RDH, MS
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we are joined by a speaker and hygienist that isn't afraid to tackle tough topics. Join us as we talk with Catrice Opichka RDH, MS about HPV and Oral Sex. Thanks to Tempstars' support this episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state … [Read more...] about 355 HPV: A Disease that Doesn’t Discriminate with Catrice Opitchka, RDH, MS
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 87 “Cannabis 6 -Stress and THC”
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series focused on cannabis focusing on the stress response to increased levels of THC. This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates innovative and proven prevention-focused … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 87 “Cannabis 6 -Stress and THC”
310 How To Become An Oral Pathology Team With Nancy Dewhirst
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists your hosts, Michelle is joined by Nancy Dewhirst, RDH to tackle the basics of pathology and how as a team you can be calibrated to properly assess your patients and increase their awareness about their own oral health. Special … [Read more...] about 310 How To Become An Oral Pathology Team With Nancy Dewhirst
Impact of HPV Immunization Training on Dental Hygiene Students’ Attitudes and Confidence Regarding HPV Preventive Education
HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers (OPC) are on the rise. In recent years HPV-related OPC has surpassed the HPV-related cervical cancer global burden. Dental professionals are already very involved in secondary and tertiary prevention regarding OPC with screening diagnosis and in some cases … [Read more...] about Impact of HPV Immunization Training on Dental Hygiene Students’ Attitudes and Confidence Regarding HPV Preventive Education
Quality of life in survivors of oropharyngeal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 1366 patients – Science Sunday
In recent years there has been an increase in the rate of oropharyngeal cancers. This is attributed to the human papillomavirus (HPV) epidemic. Though the survival rate of those with HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) is better than those with OPC related to tobacco and alcohol use, what is the … [Read more...] about Quality of life in survivors of oropharyngeal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 1366 patients – Science Sunday
Predicted prevalence of oral human papillomavirus(HPV) by periodontitis status and HPV vaccination status – Science Sunday
HPV has a strong causal association with oropharyngeal squamous cell carcinomas (OPSCC). There are multiple subsets of HPV with HPV 16 being responsible for approximately 85% of all HPV positive OPSCC. Several viruses have been shown to have an association with the onset and progression of … [Read more...] about Predicted prevalence of oral human papillomavirus(HPV) by periodontitis status and HPV vaccination status – Science Sunday
Student Focused Presents: The Importance Of Oral Cancer And HPV Conversations With Patients – 274
Please Leave a Review! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimers it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your free CE Credit! It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’ student roundtable episode, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited … [Read more...] about Student Focused Presents: The Importance Of Oral Cancer And HPV Conversations With Patients – 274
