Oral care and hygiene are very important for patients that are hospitalized as well as those with underlying systemic diseases that may land them in the hospital. Very few hospitals, if any, employ dental hygienists to lead the charge in this area of care, therefore it is imperative that dental … [Read more...] about Improving Oral Care for Hospitalized Patients: Choosing Appropriate Products – Science Sunday
TIPisode: Zeroing In On Xerostomia
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Brooke Crouch, RDH from Elevate Oral Care to talk to us about dry mouth and using Allday Dry Mouth Spray to treat your patients. Episode Highlights Causes of Dry Mouth Allday Dry Mouth Spray Xylitol Quotes “Dry mouth … [Read more...] about TIPisode: Zeroing In On Xerostomia
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 9 “Diabetes 2”
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues his conversation about diabetes, today highlighting the complex interplay between diabetes and periodontal disease! Big Thank You to our amazing sponsor for this series, Elevate Oral Care! Elevate Oral Care creates … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 9 “Diabetes 2”
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 5 “Hypertension Medications”
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about medications for hypertension and what they mean for your patient! Big Thank You to our amazing sponsor for this series, Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates innovative and proven prevention-focused oral … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 5 “Hypertension Medications”
Don’t Let Dry Mouth Get Your Patients Down
Please Rate this Podcast! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Connie Simmons, RDH to talk about dry mouth, and solutions for your patients! Episode Highlights Remineralization Locate the cause of dry mouth FluoriMax5000 Allday Dry Mouth … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Dry Mouth Get Your Patients Down
Convenience Is Compliance: MI Paste One With Amber Auger, RDH
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Amber Auger. In this TIPisode Amber talks to us about MI Paste One, Amber shares with us the key points she loves about this toothpaste! Episode Highlights Recaldent Xerostomia Benefits of MI Paste Whitening and … [Read more...] about Convenience Is Compliance: MI Paste One With Amber Auger, RDH
Who Knew Chewy Treats Could Be Good For Your Teeth! – TIPisode
Rate our Podcast! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are excited to talk to you about Basic Bites from Ortek Therapeutics and the science behind how they can help protect your patients oral health! Episode Highlights Nutritional Breakdown and Ingredients Plaque … [Read more...] about Who Knew Chewy Treats Could Be Good For Your Teeth! – TIPisode
Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think Have you ever had such a dry mouth that you start choking on food? Taken allergy medications or received allergy shots and had a negative reaction? Have sinus congestion that causes you to mouth breathe? Having experienced all the scenarios … [Read more...] about Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH