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!
What Age Should Children First See The Dentist? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Being a parent is hard, there is a LOT to learn. How heavy does the child have to be for a car seat and is it rear facing or forward facing? When do they transition to booster seats? What is their vaccination schedule, how do they get enrolled in preschool? These and about a thousand more questions … [Read more...] about What Age Should Children First See The Dentist? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Is Alcohol a Required Ingredient for Mouthwash To Be Effective? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH!
I remember the first mouthwash I tried, it was sweet and minty and set my mouth on fire. We then added water to lessen some of the burn but was told that if "it isn't burning, it isn't working." Katrina Sanders joins the show today to give us expert discussion on why alcohols were added in the first … [Read more...] about Is Alcohol a Required Ingredient for Mouthwash To Be Effective? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH!
How Does Vaping Hurt Our Patients? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
About 20% of high schoolers and up to 5% of middle schoolers are vaping in the United States. In this episode Katrina Sanders dives into oral health, systemic, and safety effects to better prepare us for these conversation with our patients! Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about How Does Vaping Hurt Our Patients? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Brush First or Floss First? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
The age old question asked by patients far and wide... Should we floss first then brush or brush first then floss? Does it even matter? Katrina Sanders has the answer! In partnership with Therabreath, get a free sample at www.trytherabreath.com Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Brush First or Floss First? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Informed Refusal of Periodontal Treatment – Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Have you had a patient walk into the office, find out that they need periodontal therapy, and then request for "just a normal cleaning"? This can be tough to figure out how to navigate but we do have certain legal and ethical responsibilities. Listen in for this episode as Katrina tells us … [Read more...] about Informed Refusal of Periodontal Treatment – Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH
The Naughty List and the Nice List: Where Do Our Patients Fall?- Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Merry Christmas! This week, Katrina Sanders is keeping with the holiday theme and talks about the naughty and nice list. Are your patients doing what they should be to stay healthy? Resources: More Fast Facts: https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders … [Read more...] about The Naughty List and the Nice List: Where Do Our Patients Fall?- Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Holiday Peanut Brittle and Toothpaste: A Treatment for Allergies – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
Researchers are developing a special toothpaste for patients with a peanut allergy. Why and what will you be hearing from your patients about this new idea? Listen in to this week's short episode with Katrina Sanders! Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about Holiday Peanut Brittle and Toothpaste: A Treatment for Allergies – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH
