On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Dr. Priya Mistry to talk about TMJ complications specifically, TMD and TMJD highlighting symptoms to look out for, treatment options and what our patients can do to achieve relief from these disorders. Big thank you to our … [Read more...] about 329 TMJ, TMD, TMJD Basics for the Dental Hygienist with Dr. Priya Mistry
TIPisode What Makes A Functional Formulary?
Please Leave a Review! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Andrew Johnston, RDH to talk about reviewing products and building out your formulary so that it benefits patients, clinicians and practice owners alike. Quotes “It was a great starting point. But it is … [Read more...] about TIPisode What Makes A Functional Formulary?
307 Are You COPD Aware? with Tyler Kuhk, NP
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Michelle talks to returning guest Tyler Kuhk, NP about COPD. Did you know that November is COPD awareness month? This could be a great lead in for you to talk to your patients about COPD and a reminder for your team to look for … [Read more...] about 307 Are You COPD Aware? with Tyler Kuhk, NP
Vegetarian Diet and its Influence on Dental Health: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
Vegetarian diets are becoming increasingly popular. Having knowledge on the effects of this diet on oral health is pertinent in providing care for patients that consume a vegetarian diet. A recent systematic review published in June 2019 in the journal Community Dentistry and Oral Epidemiology, the … [Read more...] about Vegetarian Diet and its Influence on Dental Health: A Systematic Review – Science Sunday
TIPisode Effective Following with Jessica Atkinson, RDH, MEd
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are speaking to all the clinical educators out there! We are joined by Jessica Atkinson, RDH, MEd from Hygiene Edge to talk about being an effective follower. Episode Highlights Rise Conference for Clinical Coordinators Follower Types … [Read more...] about TIPisode Effective Following with Jessica Atkinson, RDH, MEd
Study the Relation between Dietary Intake and Oral Hygiene and Dental Caries during Childhood – Science Sunday
The most common disease among children is dental caries with a prevalence up to 8 times higher than asthma. Dietary sugars are known to play a role in the development and progression of dental caries. In a recent cross-sectional study published in 2021 in the Scholars Journal of Dental Sciences the … [Read more...] about Study the Relation between Dietary Intake and Oral Hygiene and Dental Caries during Childhood – Science Sunday
Importance Of Engaging In Advocacy To Improve Access To Care
This week Matt discusses advocacy and the variance in scope of practice from state to state. Matt chats with Sherri Foran, RDH, BSDH, MPA, PHDH who is the president of the Illinois Dental Hygienists’ Association. Matt and Sherri discuss the public health dental hygiene(PHDH) model in Illinois and … [Read more...] about Importance Of Engaging In Advocacy To Improve Access To Care
TIPisode Are You Listening Dave Marsh?
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Michelle and Andrew! Your hosts are talking about comments made by Lobbyist Dave Marsh for the Illinois State Dental Society. The comment that got Michelle, Andrew and should get you fired up: “I just don’t … [Read more...] about TIPisode Are You Listening Dave Marsh?
