Let's talk ergonomics. It isn't just a buzz word. We put our bodies through a lot as dental professionals. Where did the idea of ergonomics even come from and how do we apply it to our profession? Cindy breaks it down for us and gives us some ways to help protect our body from pain and … [Read more...] about Ergonomics and Protecting your body from Pain and Injury with Cindy Purdy, RDH – TIPisode (March 2020)
Emotional Intelligence vs. IQ -Episode 217 (Student Roundtable)
It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’ monthly student roundtable episode, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited a trio of guests to educate student listeners on a chosen topic. This month’s subject is emotional intelligence (EQ), the ability to maturely understand and manage one’s own … [Read more...] about Emotional Intelligence vs. IQ -Episode 217 (Student Roundtable)
Andrew gets fitted for Loupes – Video
John Matthews of Q-Optics fits Andrew Johnston, RDH, BSBM for his very first pair of loupes. We will follow his progress working with his new loupes as we work with our friends over at A Tale of Two Hygienists (podcast). Visit Q-Optics: https://www.q-optics.com … [Read more...] about Andrew gets fitted for Loupes – Video
Dental Conferences – TIPisode (Andrew and Michelle February 2020)
In this week's TIPisode, Andrew and Michelle discuss ideas to help you navigate the dental conference world. Whether you are an industry professional or an attendee, here are a few helpful hints to make your experience just a little bit better! More TIPisodes: … [Read more...] about Dental Conferences – TIPisode (Andrew and Michelle February 2020)
Dentistry and Medical Care with Mary Signorino and Jamie Freitag-Dooley – Episode 216
Continuing A Tale of Two Hygienists’ series on the integration of oral health care into other fields, this week’s guests are two hygienists who act as bridges between the dental world and the medical world. Mary Signorino is both a registered dental hygienist and a registered nurse who … [Read more...] about Dentistry and Medical Care with Mary Signorino and Jamie Freitag-Dooley – Episode 216
Antibiotics in Dentistry with Dr. Tom Viola -TIPisode (February 2020)
Antibiotics use is often a debated topic in our profession and between our profession and specialties like orthopedics. What do the guidelines say? How do we advocate for our patients so we don't create these superbugs because of antibiotic overuse? Dr. Tom Viola is back for another TIPisode on … [Read more...] about Antibiotics in Dentistry with Dr. Tom Viola -TIPisode (February 2020)
Dental Hygiene Integration into the Healthcare System with Laurie Clark and Michelle Gross Panico
A Tale of Two Hygienists continues its series on how professionals have integrated oral health care with other medical practices in new and innovative ways by speaking with employees of a vital public health organization. Both of this episode’s guests are hygienists based in Phoenix, … [Read more...] about Dental Hygiene Integration into the Healthcare System with Laurie Clark and Michelle Gross Panico
Teledentistry and Telehealth with Eden Ivie RDH and MouthWatch – TIPisode (February 2020)
Teledentistry. You have heard it used, but what does it mean? Telehealth is helping people all over the world, but dentistry has been a bit slower in adopting this type of technology. Eden Ivie, RDH, gives us some definitions and ways that teledentistry could be used. You may be surprised when … [Read more...] about Teledentistry and Telehealth with Eden Ivie RDH and MouthWatch – TIPisode (February 2020)
