I have often thought about what it must be like working in a perio practice. From start to finish, patient to clinician to insurance and more... it all must be so different. And what kinds of products do they recommend and what is on their tray? Also, how does the hygienist fit within the team? This … [Read more...] about 444 Perio Hygienist vs General Practice RDH with Dr. Sam Low
Quicker Appointments (Oral Cancer Screening, Scaling, Breakdown, Notes) with Andrew Johnston, RDH
In this episode Andrew Johnston, RDH returns with part two of tips for a quicker appointment. This time he tackles Scaling, Oral Cancer Screenings, Operatory Breakdown, and Chart Notes. Any additions or comments? Shoot him an email Andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com … [Read more...] about Quicker Appointments (Oral Cancer Screening, Scaling, Breakdown, Notes) with Andrew Johnston, RDH
352 Top 5 Instrumentation Tips: A Roundtable
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists recorded at RDH Under One Roof we were joined by 3 instrumentation experts to talk about 5 instrumentation tips you need to know! Big thank you to Melia Lewis, MEd, BSDH, RDH, Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH and Amanda Hill RDH for sharing their … [Read more...] about 352 Top 5 Instrumentation Tips: A Roundtable
Preservation of Root Cementum: A Comparative Evaluation of Power-driven Versus Hand Instruments – Science Sunday
Preservation of Root Cementum: A Comparative Evaluation of Power-driven Versus Hand Instruments Years ago, removal of cementum was standard when performing scaling and root planing. It was believed that the cementum could become “diseased” requiring complete removal as therapy for … [Read more...] about Preservation of Root Cementum: A Comparative Evaluation of Power-driven Versus Hand Instruments – Science Sunday
Top 5 Universal Curettes with Whitney Howerton
On this episode of Your Dental Top 5, Amanda Hill is joined by Whitney Howerton to talk about curettes and building your kit to benefit yourself as a clinician and your patients alike. Quotes “I would bet there are some hygienists out there that still have their instruments … [Read more...] about Top 5 Universal Curettes with Whitney Howerton
Chairside Chat: 5 Instruments for you!
These are the 5 Instruments from PDT you need to go into 2022 with! Seriously they are game changers! … [Read more...] about Chairside Chat: 5 Instruments for you!
Color Coding Periodontal Instruments
When treating patients whether it be periodontal therapy or a prophy, identifying the instrument needed to complete the task should be easy and allow for the clinician to remain focused on the patient as well as assist in proper ergonomics. Color coding instruments can simplify treatment as well as … [Read more...] about Color Coding Periodontal Instruments
Chairside Chat: Dream of Hygiene
It’s here!! Have you dreamt about a kit made specifically for hygienists… SAME! Leave it up to @pdtdental to do right by hygienists 😍 Y’all need to head over to pdtdental.com and check out the Dream of Hygiene Kit made by hygienists for hygienists. #dreamsdocometrue www.pdtdental.com … [Read more...] about Chairside Chat: Dream of Hygiene
