On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, wraps up the series on Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease, finishing by educating us on hematologic disorders! Quotes: “Now, we know hematologic diseases are disorders of the blood or … [Read more...] about “Hematologic Diseases” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
“Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
“Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, Katrina brings to our attention a new study from the Journal of the American Heart Association that focuses on the link between oral bacteria … [Read more...] about “Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
TIPisode Converting Prophys to Perio with Amber Auger, RDH
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by practicing hygienist, international Speaker and creator of Thrive in the Op TM, Amber Auger, RDH. Amber talks to us about how to move the long term prophy patient into treatment for periodontal disease. Episode Highlights Fear … [Read more...] about TIPisode Converting Prophys to Perio with Amber Auger, RDH
“D4381” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of code D4381. Teresa highlights the definition, communicating its use with patients and some limitations associated with the code. Quotes: “4381 though if you are talking with a … [Read more...] about “D4381” Fast Facts: Coding Edition
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. Katrina highlights cardinal signs to look for, and shares a personal … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome”
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Cohen Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Cohen Syndrome. Katrina highlights cardinal signs to look for, and complications associated with … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Cohen Syndrome”
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
Xylitol: A Prebiotic with Dr. Mark Cannon
Please Leave a Review! On this bonus episode we are joined by Dr. Mark Cannon. Dr. Cannon talks to Andrew, and guest co-host Machell Hudson about Xylitol and its use as a prebiotic. We have heard some of the benefits of xylitol in the past but Dr. Cannon opens our eyes to just how many ways … [Read more...] about Xylitol: A Prebiotic with Dr. Mark Cannon