What we put in our bodies, matters. What products we use for oral home care matters. Dr. Mark Burhenne joins on the show today to talk about how to evaluate healthier options, what the role of the dental hygienist and other dental professionals should be, and how oral care is key to a bigger picture … [Read more...] about Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste and Feeding Your Good Guys with Dr. Mark Burhenne!
446 Mouth Taping? And Other Sleep Hacks with Teresa Power DeNike BS, CCSH
In this part 2 discussion with Teresa Power DeNike, we take the next level and talk about things patients can do to improve their sleep. Sometimes patients come up with their own ideas (and diagnosis!) and sometimes its provider recommended. Join us this week as we talk about several of … [Read more...] about 446 Mouth Taping? And Other Sleep Hacks with Teresa Power DeNike BS, CCSH
445 Obstructive Sleep Apnea and The RDHs Role with Teresa Power DeNike BS, CCSH
In this episode Teresa Power DeNike joins the podcast to chat about nasal breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and how the dental hygienist plays a role in assessment and treatment for patients. This should be a key part of everyone's practice because not only does it save lives, but can be a profit … [Read more...] about 445 Obstructive Sleep Apnea and The RDHs Role with Teresa Power DeNike BS, CCSH
418 Analyzing Blood Panels with Megan Barnett, MS, CNS
It's not easy getting older... said every old person ever. One of the responsible things to do as we age is to work with a doctor and a team of specialists as needed to keep your health in check. This week's episode, Andrew did just that. He got some bloodwork done for the first time ever and had a … [Read more...] about 418 Analyzing Blood Panels with Megan Barnett, MS, CNS
Beyond Breathing with Lancette VanGuilder, RDH
New Dental Podcast Alert!!!! Lancette VanGuilder has a new show called Beyond Breathing which focuses on airway including sleep apnea, mouth breathing, nitric oxide, and so much more. Please find her show on your podcast apps and give her some … [Read more...] about Beyond Breathing with Lancette VanGuilder, RDH
Learn, Love, and Teach Sleep with Dr. Avi Weisfogel **Bonus**
We join Dr. Avi Weisfogel on the episode today to talk about how to empower hygienists to live up to the top of their scope of practice and practice in sleep dentistry. Through the Dental Hygiene Academy of Sleep, hygienists can: - Educate their patients on the symptoms and effects of obstructive … [Read more...] about Learn, Love, and Teach Sleep with Dr. Avi Weisfogel **Bonus**
Sleep and Oral Appliance Maintenance TIPisode with Bethany Montoya, RDH!
Bethany Montoya, @humanrdh, brings us messages today to help us keep our patients healthier as they navigate wearing oral and sleep appliances. Special thanks to Waterpik for supporting this episode. Be sure to check out their website for dental professionals … [Read more...] about Sleep and Oral Appliance Maintenance TIPisode with Bethany Montoya, RDH!
Sleep and Periodontal Disease – Fast Facts: Perio Edition
Katrina Sanders, RDH is back this week with another Fast Fact: Perio Edition and this time gives us the evidence of the impact and correlation that sleep has on the periodontal condition. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders … [Read more...] about Sleep and Periodontal Disease – Fast Facts: Perio Edition