We know we are supposed to educate our patients on how periodontal disease impacts our heart health, but how do we approach the subject, where do we start? How about endothelial dysfunction which leads to arterial disease? Machell joins us this week to give you the talking points you need so grab a … [Read more...] about Heart Disease and Periodontal Disease, Whats the Connection? with Machell Hudson-Hoover, RDH
Is Dental Hygiene Month About You… or The Patient? with Andrew Johnston, RDH
Most of my career I have heard it as National Dental Hygienist Month, not National Dental Hygiene Month... so what is this month really about? Join me for this episode as I give you some points to ponder and let us know what you think the month is all … [Read more...] about Is Dental Hygiene Month About You… or The Patient? with Andrew Johnston, RDH
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation that we started last week in discussing periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease highlighting patients that present with Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency Syndrome”
Meet RDH, Author and IOH Grant Recipient Amber Lovatos BSDH, RDH
Spend time with multi-talented RDH Amber Lovatos BSDH, RDH. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Matt Crespin discusses her children’s book about oral health called Smiles Por Vida. She also updates listeners on the progress she’s making in her mobile program as a result of receiving an ADHA IOH … [Read more...] about Meet RDH, Author and IOH Grant Recipient Amber Lovatos BSDH, RDH
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Non-Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Viral Origin
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH discusses patients that present with a gingival manifestation associated with viral origin. Quotes: “Speaking of fever, another very common viral condition that we can see in the … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Non-Dental Biofilm Induced Gingivitis – Viral Origin
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
Clinical Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Oral-Health Promotion in Dental Caries Prevention among Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – Science Sunday
Dental caries is a global public health concern affecting all age groups, especially children. In most cases, dental programs and oral health prevention programs rarely gain the level of attention that medical care receives. A recent systematic review published July 2019 in the International Journal … [Read more...] about Clinical Effectiveness and Cost-Effectiveness of Oral-Health Promotion in Dental Caries Prevention among Children: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis – Science Sunday
Matt Welcomes Katie Conklin, RDH to the Podcast!
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Katie Conklin, RDH to discuss her experience with ADHA, and its impact on her current role in dental hygiene. Episode Highlights ADHA Updates Register for ADHA Conference Katie’s Background Oral Health Awareness Society Overcoming the … [Read more...] about Matt Welcomes Katie Conklin, RDH to the Podcast!
