A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast (Andrew Johnston, RDH - One of the Two Dental Hygienists)

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	Pub. Date	Title	Duration
	28 Dec 2022	The 2022 Year End Episode	00:13:25
In this short episode Andrew closes down 2022 and gives updates on where he will be traveling in 2023 for dental conferences and podcast updates. https://www.voicesofdentistry.com https://www.cds.org/midwinter-meeting https://ceonthebeach.com/ https://www.rdhunderoneroof.com/ https://www.gnydm.com/
	14 Apr 2025	The 411 on Xylitol Gum with Katrina Sanders	00:06:34
Xylitol has been a wonderful disruptor in the dental profession but are there really any benefits to our favorite name brand gum with added xylitol or is this a marketing ploy? Listen to this short episode as Katrina Sanders discusses the impact of xylitol gum on plaque accumulation, saliva production, and caries risk... and if they are getting the targeted 5 grams of xylitol through chewing gum. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/
	16 Mar 2018	111 Dr. Becky Lang - Motivational Interviewing for the Dental Professional	01:10:44
Ep 111 Dr. Rebecca (Becky) Lang, RDH, EdD talks to us about motivational interviewing. Interview starts at minute - 13:35 In this episode, we talk about why motivational interviewing is important and what the beginner’s steps are. We discuss what impacts that will have on us as clinicians, and also the patient base we serve! Becky was born into dentistry with a mother who was also interested in educating on making healthy choices. Her passion really is with public health. Becky has a doctorate degree in educational leadership and loves to help encourage and enable others to make changes in the lives of those they help. www.drbeckylang.com www.motivationalinterviewing.org beckylang@icloud.com THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! https://www.cezoom.com/taketest/?courseid=1529&testid=1149 Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236
	20 Dec 2024	Should Dental Hygienists Call Patients? with Andrew Johnston, RDH	00:09:48
It's a bit of a friction point when an office asks the dental hygiene team to help fill the schedule by calling patients. We literally have positions in the office whose main task is answering and placing calls to patients. Additionally, there is an unbalance between the hygiene and restorative department - the restorative department is almost never asked to make calls to patients for appointments. Be that as it may, this TIPisode gives some points to ponder about why it might be a GREAT idea for RDHs to pick up the phone and make some calls, give it a listen!
	24 Nov 2021	307 Are You COPD Aware? with Tyler Kuhk, NP	00:57:35
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Michelle talks to returning guest Tyler Kuhk, NP about COPD. Did you know that November is COPD awareness month? This could be a great lead in for you to talk to your patients about COPD and a reminder for your team to look for the signs of COPD which Tyler outlines in this episode! Special thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies for sponsoring the CE portion of this podcast so that we can provide you with FREE CE! Take the CE Course HERE. Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Interview Starts: 11:34.377 Episode Highlights Who is That Sassy NP Basics of COPD Patient Conversations Inhaled Therapy Xylitol Based Exacerbation or Flare Covid-19 Patients Quotes “They estimate that there are roughly 13 million that are diagnosed but there are likely another 13 million that are undiagnosed.” “COPD is an umbrella term.” “COPD is the third leading cause of death.” “Once you hit your mid 20’s you start to lose lung function.” “The goal in COPD is to open the airways.” “Bedside nurses are running around with our heads cut off, we want to do well, but we need the tools.” “Your airways are an organ besides your skin that is exposed to the outside environment 24 hours a day.” “It’s not fun not being able to breathe.” Links Thatsassynp on TikTok and Instagram Dying from Dirty Teeth thatsassynp@gmail.com 2021 GOLD COPT Pocket Guide A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage AToTH on Facebook AToTH on Instagram AToTH on LinkedIn
	03 Nov 2021	304 Student Focused Presents Breaking The Stigma Around Substance Use Disorder	00:44:03
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we have our student focused roundtable we are joined by Stephanie Botts, BSDH, RDH, CEAS and Dr. Brett Kessler, DDS about Substance Use Disorder and working with our patients who have struggled with this disorder, or are currently struggling. Special thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies for sponsoring the CE portion of this podcast so that we can provide you with FREE CE! Take the CE quiz for this episode here. Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Interview Starts: 08:25.181 Episode Highlights Our Guests Backgrounds Stigmatizing Language Proactive Conversations Recognizing the Signs Do’s and Don’t Interacting with Patients Quotes “Today is actually my 23rd anniversary of getting sober.” “Dentistry is often the gateway, the first time use of opiates.” “Fear is a big trigger of relapse.” “Pain pales in comparison to the pain of opening up an addiction again.” “From October 2020 - October 2021 the very most amount of people died from opiate overdoses.” “Alcohol is one of the leading causes of oral cancer.” “I’ve never regretted asking a patient if something is wrong, and if I can help them.” “We’ve had interventions and helped patients get into treatment.” “The best way to quit is keep trying to quit.” “If you can get patients to floss on a regular basis you can have this conversation about substance abuse.” “I share because recovery is the best thing that has ever happened to me.” “You can’t fix your broken brain with your own broken brain.” “You can’t do it alone, that is when people die, and that isn’t right.” Links Dr. Kessler Email: bikodds@gmail.com Dr. Kessler Phone Number: 720-989-7960 Stephanie’s Email: stephanie@posturepros.net Stephanie’s Phone Number: 907-229-4989 Stephanie’s Facebook: Stephanie.Botts.rdh Stephanie’s Instagram: @steph.posturepros A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage AToTH on Facebook AToTH on Instagram AToTH on LinkedIn
	14 Jun 2024	Disclosing Tablets Aren't Just For Kids with Andrew Johnston, RDH	00:08:16
In this short episode we shoot our shot to convince hygienists to start disclosing all patients. We talk about 3 key reasons and hopefully open up the door a little bit for change. Dentistry has been preaching that disclosing is for children, we aim to change that narrative. andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com Sign up for the newsletter - www.ataleoftwohygienists.com
	27 Apr 2022	329 TMJ, TMD, TMJD Basics for the Dental Hygienist with Dr. Priya Mistry	00:34:15
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Dr. Priya Mistry to talk about TMJ complications specifically, TMD and TMJD highlighting symptoms to look out for, treatment options and what our patients can do to achieve relief from these disorders. Big thank you to our guest co-host Stephanie Botts, RDH for joining us on this episode! If you want to hear more from Stephanie be sure to check out her TIPisodes with us. Interview Start: 06:00.462 Ad: 17:19.980 This episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Episode Highlights Dr. Mistry’s Background Symptoms of TMD/TMJD Forward Head Posture and Secondary Factors How to Assess When to Refer Muscle Release Exercises Caffeine and TMD Disorders Quotes “ To say I have TMJ is like saying I have knee or I have elbow, the correct terminology is I have TMD or TMJD.” “It isn’t usually just the forward head posture, it is usually something else along with it.” “You should check their range of motion on opening, and right and left and you will have a good idea if they have a healthy range of motion or not.” “A normal range of opening is 45-50mm and right/left is 10-12mm.” “You should be able to but 3-5lbs of pressure on all these muscles without it hurting but a lot of patients are through the roof in discomfort.” “I have my patients in treatment for 4-6 months to make sure they get the full results.” “It doesn’t always work, I have a 90% success rate for the jaws that are locked closed.” “Caffeine is fine, but I would limit it to less than 2 cups normal sized of coffee a day.” “Hydrating the muscles is so important.” Links Dr. Mistry YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGffgqSANd7heXGN974yv_Q Dr. Mistry Office Website: https://tmjdentaldoc.com/ Dr. Mistry Instagram & TikTok: @the_tmj_doc Dr. Mistry Email: mistry@tmjdentaldoc.com
	24 Apr 2020	TIPisode with Michelle Strange and Andrew Johnston! April 2020	00:17:23
For this weeks TIPisode we talk about products and best practice ideas for Intraoral and Extraoral suction. Covid-19 has people reeling and we are here to help! Here are several of the products mentioned in the episode Cordeze Nu-Bird Suction Mirror Isolite Isovac Mr. Thirsty ReLeaf Purevac ADS Extraoral Dental Suction System Pink Petal Aflexx Assist Arm
	13 Jul 2016	35 Michelle Edits Her First Podcast!	01:00:33
THE LAST QUESTION AND ANSWER IS FINALLY REVEALED! If you want to win FREE tuition for SMILES AT SEA in September, write down the 4th answer and submit it to us by July 16th to be entered into the drawing! Other stuff happened too... but youll have to sift through the static to be able to hear it... sorry again listeners!
	26 May 2018	121 - How recall systems keep you employed!	01:00:31
121 How recall systems keep you employed! Interview starts around minute 15 Today’s interview is with Cory Pinegar, CEO of Callforce - a company that takes the hassle out of getting your overdue patients back into your chairs! Cory shares some pretty staggering statistics, you won’t want to miss this episode! getcallforce.com cory@getcallforce.com Cory’s direct line: 801-901-3816 This episode is brought to you in part by Zirc www.zirc.com • Instrument Cassettes – Special offer: $10 off ANY EZ Jett Cassette (Limit 1 per person). Promo code: EZ10
	21 Oct 2023	Quality Infection Prevention with India Chance, RDH Bonus	00:30:53
Welcome back everyone to a special bonus episode with one of our favorite returning guests, India Chance. In this episode we talk about lots of things but really dig in with personal protective items. India is great at explaining the why of what we need to be doing. Special thanks to our partner for this episode, Medicom! Shout out to co-host Erika Flateau for helping with this episode!! References: www.medicom.com www.learn2prevent.com and @learn2prevent on social media
	17 Jun 2024	How do I choose a DSO that aligns with my values on sustainability and going green?	00:02:51
Dentistry, with our unit doses and infection prevention materials, creates a lot of waste. Many of us are working to limit the amount of waste our offices produce but some practices aren't there yet. In this Fast Fact, we talk about a few ways to know if an office is doing the right things, and how to find them. In Partnership with Cranberry USA, check out their new Bio Nitrile Gloves that reduces the waste in our landfills - www.cranberryusa.com
	01 Sep 2018	135 Can Dental Hygienists Diagnose? JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, PhD -	01:19:34
Interview Starts: 13:15 Today we are talking about two things: The dental hygiene diagnosis and The Sunstar World Dental Hygienists Awards that are available for the IFDH conference in Brisbane, Australia August 2019. JoAnn reviews what we can and cannot diagnose as hygienists and what our responsibilities are for not diagnosing certain things! Its an empowering discussion and one that needs to be shared with the world! https://www.adha.org/resources-docs/7111_Dental_Hygiene_Diagnosis_Position_Paper.pdf https://dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com/article/implementing-dental-hygiene-diagnosis-into-practice/ IFDH - International Federation of Dental Hygienists http://www.ifdh.org/ Scientific Session Aug 15-17 2019 Brisbane Australia Sunstar Awards! Applications open until January 2019! Apply Today! http://www.ifdh.org/world-dental-hygienist-awards.html# http://www.sunstarfoundation.org/education-jsdei/awards/world-dental-hygienist-awards/17 Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, and many of our episodes, Zirc! www.zirc.com Zirc believes in helping you work smarter, not harder through organization and tools that allow you to perform your job to the fullest! The special offer for this episode is: Locking covers 5+1 special, Buy 5 get 1 free! Promo code: b5g1c Zirc, Because Time is Everything. https://www.zirc.com/products/dental-instrument-trays/safe-lok-cover-b-size https://www.zirc.com/products/dental-instrument-trays/safe-lok-cover-f-size https://www.zirc.com/products/dental-instrument-trays/b-lok-tray-cover-non-locking Thank you also to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing sponsorship for this episodes CE credits! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! https://www.cezoom.com/events/?test=yes&courseid=2261&testid=1225 Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236 Be sure to thank the sponsor for CE for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them "thank you" in person at one of the conferences!
	20 Oct 2023	Introducing Hygiene Elevated Podcast with Joffree Bunleang, RDH	00:08:16
We are excited that more and more podcasters are coming to play in the sandbox with us! Let us introduce Hygiene Elevated where the hosts, Joffree Bunleang and Amanda Hale “explore the latest trends, share practical tips, and engage in thought-provoking discussions that will elevate your dental practice”. Currently you can find them on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0Mi7TE3yG4MXxZkiYCh1OC?si=e306ea080169498f Contact Info levelup@hygieneelevated.com @hygieneelvated @TheCurvyScaler @JoffreeBTheRDHCoach
	08 Apr 2020	222 Prepping Your Office and Your Patients for Post-Pandemic Care with Dr. Brian Baliwas SFDentalNerd	01:04:24
The COVID-19 pandemic has greatly affected how everyone carries out their business, and that includes dental professionals—especially when you consider how much infection control factors into our work. Andrew and Michelle had the opportunity this week to speak to a dentist whose own office has been impacted. Brian Baliwas, DDS is a cosmetic dentist based out of San Francisco. Known as the SFDentalNerd, Dr. Baliwas works for Union Square Dental Group and specializes in the elective procedures that have been scaled back as the COVID-19 pandemic intensifies and social distancing measures increase. In this episode, Dr. Baliwas discusses how the pandemic has changed how Dr. Baliwas’s team and their patients approach dental procedures, speculate on how the pandemic will change infection control, and confronts the idea that elective procedures are unnecessary. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 17:29 - Dr. Baliwas discusses how COVID has impacted business at his clinic and the difficulty in impressing the seriousness of the virus to some patients. - Why this situation should get us to realize how necessary some elective procedures really are. - How Dr. Baliwas is balancing the importance of dental work while emphasizing why people need to stay at home right now. - Dr. Baliwas explains how social media has played a critical role in reaching out to patients and colleagues alike. - The “Dexter Standard” of infection control and how Dr. Baliwas weighs his options while treating patients during the quarantine. - How will Dr. Baliwas’s approach to infection control and PPE change in the aftermath of COVID. QUOTES: “Now, we’re gonna have to dig ourselves out of this hole and really education our patients again about the urgency of some of this stuff.” “It might just help out with a shelter-in-place or people staying at home if we kept the value of what we were doing up high.” “I’ve built a good practice of people who value my work, who understand it, understand what we’re doing, and they’re invested.” “If you’re not doing the things that most people don’t think is overkill anyway, then you might be held liable for that.” “We gotta see the silver lining here and really push our infection control to be improved.” “Approach it from a place of being helpful rather than being sales-y.” LINKS: Dr.Baliwas’s homepage - https://www.sfdentalnerd.com/ Dr.Baliwas’s email: baliwasdds@gmail.com Dr.Baliwas’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sfdentalnerd/ THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! Zirc Z.O.B.E. - https://www.zirc.com/get-organized/zobe A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	27 Aug 2023	Learn, Love, and Teach Sleep with Dr. Avi Weisfogel Bonus	00:39:42
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 sleep apnea - Run the dental sleep medicine process - Lead the team from the patient frontlines - Sell cases and help your doctor grow the practice quickly - Move toward more fulfillment in your career - Grow your impact and income www.iaos.com Be sure to mention the podcast!!!!
	06 Nov 2020	TIPisode What You Need To Know About Getting Published	00:17:18
Please Rate this Podcast! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Teresa Duncan, MS. Teresa talks to us about writing, being printed or published, and pitching an editor with what to do, and not to do tips! Teresa is a speaker and writer with over 20 years of experience in healthcare. Her areas of expertise include proven accounts receivable and insurance methods, and helping doctors and managers establish solid management systems. A recipient of the Educator of the Year Award by the Association of Dental Implant Auxiliaries – a component of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, she understands the importance of continuing education. Episode Highlights Being published LinkedIn articles What not to do, and what to do Quotes “Online is just heads and tails better.” “Think about what you are really passionate about and good at, because that is what is going to come out in the article.” “They are going to be blown away that you checked the media kit, because not a lot of people know about that.” “If an editor has to go through there and almost re-write your article, it might not be worth it.” “Editors like to have ongoing conversation with you, then you start to become a resource.” Links A Tale of Two Hygienists Website: www.ataleoftwohygienists.com Contact Teresa: http://www.odysseymgmt.com/contact Teresa Website:http://www.odysseymgmt.com Teresa’s Book: http://odysseymgmt.corecommerce.com/Book/ use code TALE for $3 courtesy Nobody Told Me That Podcast: http://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com Chew on This Podcast: https://chewonthisdentalpodcast.libsyn.com
	21 Jun 2021	Fast Facts: Perio Edition AAP 2017 Classification System - An Overview	00:06:16
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH gives us a brief overview of the 2017 AAP classification system! Quotes: “ So know that when a patient sits down in your chair, the Academy expects you to identify, is this patient a periodontal healthy patient? Is this patient a gingivally healthy patient?” “Stay tuned, because if a patient is diagnosed with periodontitis, this is where we begin staging and grading the patient.” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Sources: Caton J, Armitage G, Berglundh T, et al. A new classification scheme for periodontal and peri-implantdiseases and conditions–Introduction and key changes from the 1999 classification.JPeriodontol.2018;89 (Suppl 1): S1-S8
	02 Dec 2020	256 Student Focused Presents: Confidence In Administering Local Anesthesia	01:03:00
Please Leave a Review! It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’ monthly student roundtable episode, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited a roster of guests to educate student listeners on a chosen topic. This month’s topic can be a nerve-wracking one for patients and hygienists alike: administering anesthesia. Tina Clarke is a dental hygienist based in Oregon, which is one of the more liberal states when it comes to anesthesia administration; she is 20-year hygienist, has worked 14 years as an educator, and is known as the go-to person in her area when it comes to anesthesia. Marion Manski works as an associate professor at Fones School of Dental Hygiene as part of the University of Bridgeport. She has been teaching local anesthesia for over a decade. In this episode, our guests reveal the secrets of the “Stab Lab,” use smoothie straws to explain the idea of a bevel, and delve into the legal restrictions on anesthesia usage from state to state. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 4:06 - Why no training dummy can measure up to an actual person when practicing anesthesia techniques. - Tina and Marion share their tips and tricks for calming your nerves while giving injections. - The importance of understanding “anatomical landmarks” when lining up your injection. - Why Marion advocates pairing articaine with septocaine, and the reason septocaine ended up getting such a bad rap. - The guests’ recipes for success when it comes to sharps safety. - Considering what a hygienist can say or do to calm patients before and during injections. QUOTES: “[Anesthesia] is not as scary as we think.” “You can use the mannequin just so far, and then you need to do the real deal.” “You also learn a lot when you are the patient.” “Visualize popping a zit when you’re giving that injection!” “I think we can all agree hygienists give way better shots.” “We’re teaching it all the same, it’s just [that] States’ rights get in the way.” THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! LINKS: Teacher Tina, RDH - https://www.teachertinardh.com/ Tina on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/teachertinardh Tina on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/teacher_tina_rdh/ Marion’s email - mmanski@bridgeport.edu Marion on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/marion.manski A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	27 Feb 2023	Let's Talk About Vitamin D - Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders	00:04:55
This week we learn how necessary vitamin d is for our health. Not only does it help with bone growth and support but it also has roles in reducing inflammation, cell growth, and gut absorption of other vitamins. Learn about its effects on our periodontal health in this episode! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Reference: Jagelavičienė E, Vaitkevičienė I, Šilingaitė D, Šinkūnaitė E, Daugėlaitė G. The Relationship between Vitamin D and Periodontal Pathology. Medicina (Kaunas). 2018 Jun 12;54(3):45. doi: 10.3390/medicina54030045. PMID: 30344276;PMCID:PMC6122115. Accessed from: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminD-HealthProfessional/
	15 Nov 2023	409 Faster Diagnosis using AI with Katie Poulsen, RDH	00:40:52
Katie Poulsen, RDH joins us today to have a conversation about AI and how it is not about to take over jobs of the dental professional, just make us more efficient and in calibrated! Be sure to reach out to her - Katie@videa.ai
	12 Jun 2019	179 Intro to Endo with Dr. T.R Ravenel	01:08:52
Andrew and Michelle are launching a new mini-series on dental specialty. For this first episode, they aim to give hygienists the knowledge they need to help patients understand the importance and procedures related to endodontics. . Theodore (T.R.) Ravenel, DMD, is an endodontist and the assistant director of the postgraduate endodontic program for the Medical University of South Carolina’s College of Dental Medicine. Prior to taking up residence at MUSC, he worked for years in private practice. He’s a self-described “jack of all trades” and also works with Michelle at Our Lady of Mercy’s outreach program. In this episode, Dr. Ravenel gives us the detailed low-down on endodontic diagnosis, discusses how pulp inflammation occurs, and explains just exactly how a root canal is carried out. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 9:00 -Dr. Ravenel breaks down his step-by-step procedure for diagnosing endodontic issues. - The right and wrong way to use percussion on a tooth. - What is a “tooth sleuth,” and how do you use it? - The great degree of sensitivity with which patients are able to distinguish different kinds of pain. - The process for determining how inflammed a tooth’s pulp is. - What are the different symptoms for a cracked tooth vs. irreversible pulpitis? - What a tooth that’s sensitive only to heat and not cold can tell us about its pulp. - How to perform an electric pulp test (EPT), and how accurate is it? - What hygienists can do to help dentists speed up the endodontic diagnostic process. - The role bacteria plays in inflammation and endodontic issues. - Theodore describes how a typical root canal procedure is carried out. - Why would a root canal need to be retreated? - What hygienists should—and should NOT—say to a patient to prepare them for their root canal procedure. - Which other kinds of inflammation get confused for pulpitis? Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, and many of our episodes, Zirc! www.zirc.com Zirc believes in helping you work smarter, not harder through organization and tools that allow you to perform your job to the fullest! Listen for the promo at minute 5:11 of this episode! The special offer for this episode is: $7 OFF a 12pack of Crystal HD Mirrors TALEHD Zirc, Because Time is Everything. https://www.zirc.com/products/dental-mirrors QUOTES: “Lightly tap on those teeth; the worst thing you wanna do is send them jumping out of the chair.” “The older an individual gets, the more prone they are to the wear and tear of teeth." “If someone comes in, on average, and says ‘I’ve got heat sensitivity that’s killing me when I drink something hot,’ usually their tooth is for all intents and purposes dead.” “If the electric test went all the way to the maximum value, well typically that means that something’s not right.” “If the root canal is done properly, your success rates are in the 90 to 90% range.” “You CANNOT sterilize the inside of the tooth.” “If you’re hearing someone talk about doing a root canal on somebody’s lower molars and they’re only finding three canals every time that they do it, well odds are they’re probably missing some.” LINKS: Dr. Ravenel's email: ravenelt@musc.edu Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing sponsorship for this episodes CE credits! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236 Be sure to thank the sponsor for CE for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	04 Sep 2023	A Look at Refractory Periodontitis Therapy - Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH	00:11:11
Periodontitis is a beast of a disease, sometimes we think we have it figured out and then we get a case where there is no calculus, low plaque scores, continued pocketing and attachment loss... what do we do? Katrina Sanders, RDH has the answers in this episode! In this episode we discuss: Definition of refractory periodontitis Subgingival microflora with high incidence of resistance Historical use of antibiotics and new resistance to them Use of topical oxidizing agents used subgingivally Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ www.perioprotect.com/RDH www.perioprotect.com/claims - READ THE RESEARCH HERE! Magnusson I, Walker CB. Refractory periodontitis or recurrence of disease. J Clin Periodontol. 1996 Mar;23 (3 Pt 2):289-92. doi: 10.1111/j.1600-051x.1996.tb02091.x. PMID:8707992. Cochrane, R. B., & Sindelar, B. (2015). Case series report of 66 refractory maintenance patients evaluating the effectiveness of topical oxidizing agents. J Clin Dent,26(4), 109-114.
	06 Oct 2023	Is Dental Hygiene Month About You... or The Patient? with Andrew Johnston, RDH	00:08:00
Most of my career I have heard it as National Dental Hygienist Month, not National Dental Hygiene Month... so what is this month really about? Join me for this episode as I give you some points to ponder and let us know what you think the month is all about! https://www.dhs.gov/employee-resources/news/2022/10/04/dental-hygiene-month#:~:text=National%20Dental%20Hygiene%20Month%20is,block%20of%20a%20healthy%20lifestyle. https://beautifulsmilesdentalcenter.com/2021/10/07/october-dental-hygiene-awareness-month/ https://investor.henryschein.com/news-releases/news-release-details/henry-schein-celebrates-national-dental-hygiene-month
	09 Dec 2022	TIPisode Patient Comfort Equals Compliance	00:06:19
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Stephanie Botts, RDH who is a clinical hygienist and ergonomic specialist. Today Stephanie talks to us about patient comfort because a comfortable patient is a compliant patient. This TIPisode is sponsored by Gingi-Pak! Learn more about their products at https://gingi-pak.com/ Links https://gingi-pak.com/product/gingicaine-oral-anesthetic-gel-in-syringe/ https://www.instagram.com/gingi_pak/
	11 Oct 2021	Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System - Stage III Periodontitis”	00:04:46
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, RDH continues the breakdown of the AAP 2017 Classification System Stage three. Quotes: “Now, for dental hygienists that are typically working blindly and by blindly I mean, we're using feel more than we are our own eyeballs.” “Meaning in most scenarios, the only time that we can see radiologic bone loss on a patient is once they have moved into stage three periodontitis." Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Sources: Papapanou, P. N., Sanz, M., Buduneli, N., Dietrich, T., Feres, M., Fine, D. H., ... & Tonetti, M. S. (2018). Periodontitis: Consensus report of workgroup 2 of the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri‐Implant Diseases and Conditions. Journal of periodontology, 89, S173-S182.
	31 May 2024	Why Are You Still Doing That? An RDH RANT Takeover!	00:30:09
Join Anna, Lizz, and Heather as they question why many hygienists simply are not progressing! Old habits do die hard, but we need to get our heads out of the sand. Listen to this week's episode for the frequently asked questions that just need to end! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869
	05 Apr 2023	377 Biological Dental Hygiene with Barbara Tritz, MSB, BSDATE, RDH	00:41:53
Barbara Tritz is one of the most fascinating individuals and in this episode she helps us learn the role of a biologic dental hygienist and how she helps get her patients so healthy. She has a different way of practicing and it really pays off! Give it a listen! This podcast counts for CE! Head over to https://dentalacademyofce.com/a-tale-of-two-hygienists/ and select the correct episode or use this link - https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/ep-377-holistic-dental-hygiene-with-barbara-tritz-rdh/ to go directly there. Please check local rules and regulations for CE for proper application! Resources: Fluoride Article: http://queenofdentalhygiene.net/2023/02/fluoride-the-destroyer-see-the-dark-side/ Barbara's Website - Queenofdentalhygiene.net International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology - https://iaomt.org/
	15 Feb 2016	12 with Yva Khalil!	01:03:43
Michelle is spending time at the Miami meeting of the ICOI and decided to find some amazing presenters to talk on our podcast! She was able to wrangle Canadian Yva Khalil who is a wealth of knowledge. She has done it all, but currently is a Treatment Coordinator - but not your typical one! Listen to find out what sets her apart!
	16 Jun 2023	Nano-Hydroxyapatite with Dr. Jen Natural Toothpaste Bonus	00:33:41
In this episode we learn about the importance of nano-hydroxyapatite from Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth or Dr. Jen as she likes to be called. She spent years researching the best natural ingredients for her products while adding in specific elements to ensure we receive the benefits that we are looking for in legacy brand toothpastes. Special thanks to Gabe and Peter for joining in the conversation and adding valuable insight! Resources: info@drjennatural.com drjennatural.com List of links from Peter: Clinical studies supporting using a 10% concentration of nano Hydroxyapatite for optimal enamel remineralizing: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19498220/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6901576/ Clinical study showing nano Hydroxyapatite to be as effective as fluoride with remineralizing enamel: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4252862/ Clinical study nHAp effectiveness in managing hypersensitivity: https://universaldental.com.pk/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Reducing-Dentine-Hypersensitivity-With-Nano-Hydroxyapatite.pdf Clinical study showing glycerin base toothpaste with nano Hydroxyapatite to be effective at enamel remineralizing. https://www.hindawi.com/journals/ijd/2021/7256056/ Clinical study showing fluoride with 7% nano Hydroxyapatite to be stronger than fluoride alone toothpaste. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5390120/ Clinical study showing how peppermint oil can act as an effective intracanal antiseptic solution against oral pathogens. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24966732/#:~:text=Conclusion%3A%20Peppermint%2C%20tea%20tree%20and,antiseptic%20solution%20against%20oral%20pathogens Size of dentin tubules: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7728825/#:~:text=An%20important%20result%20is%20that,3%20weeks%20of%20demineralization%2C%20respectively. Xylitol https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4232036/
	01 Feb 2023	368 "Covid Students" Roundtable Discussion with Dr. Emily Boge, Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, and Jason Kole	00:45:48
Have you ever wondered what it would have been like to be a student during and since the pandemic? The entire landscape of dental and dental hygiene education has changed, the students are admittedly less prepared and have a much larger learning curve ahead of them as they enter the real world of dentistry. This episode discusses all of this and more! This episode was recorded at the Dental Hygiene Seminars in Chicago. Special thanks to Jason Kole for letting me come hang out for the day to see what they are doing and what an impact they are having on the future of this profession. www.dhseminars.com Jason Kole - jasonk@dhseminars.com Dr. Emily Boge - emily.boge@hawkeyecollege.edu Dr. Joy Void-Holmes - info@DrJoyRdh.com
	27 Nov 2021	BONUS: A Coffee That Is Good For Your Patients With Tyler Ornstein	00:43:23
On this special bonus episode we are joined by Tyler Ornstein who is the founder of Tyler’s Coffee, the world's first acid-free coffee! We bring this episode to you during GERD awareness week. For your patients who want or need to be on an acid free, or low acid diet but still want to enjoy their coffee, Tyler’s Coffee is for them! Episode Highlights History of Tyler’s Coffee Z-Roasting Process Caffeine Content Swiss Water Seal Decaffeinated Coffee Your Water Makes A Difference Iced-Coffee the Right Way Liftted Coffee Antioxidants Quotes “You can drink this coffee without a straw.” “I can give up X,Y and Z but if you take away my coffee someone will die.” “Each individual bean is roasted.” “We are single-sourced USDA Organic, we’ve been going to the same single farm for 10 years.” “Because we don’t over-roast our coffee it yields a naturally higher caffeine content.” “A lot of other brands will powder coat their coffee with synthesized artificial caffeine.” “With Tyler’s you have more caffeine, over a longer period of time.” “The study said 50 million Americans suffer from stomach related modalities.” “The difference between eating healthy, and eating cheap is sad.” Links Promo Code Coming Soon: Follow us on Instagram for the code https://tylerscoffees.com/ Tyler’s Coffee 855-554-3833
	29 Jul 2018	130 Catching up with Jasmin Haley!	01:26:52
In this episode, we catch up with one of our favorite people ever, Jasmin Haley! Jasmin is the founder/owner of Beyond the Prophy and Momgienists, a speaker, adjunct faculty, consultant, the list goes on and on. We talk about the many wonderful things she does for this profession and dive into something that is on most peoples minds these days, cultural sensitivity. We are lucky to have had her on again and can't wait to bring her back. Thank you so much Jasmin for being so great to us! Reach out to her www.JasminHaley.com http://www.dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com/ddhnoright.aspx?id=23579&term=Jasmin http://www.dimensionsofdentalhygiene.com/ddhnoright.aspx?id=24667&term=Jasmin Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, and many of our episodes, Zirc! www.zirc.com Zirc believes in helping you work smarter, not harder through organization and tools that allow you to perform your job to the fullest! The special offer for this episode is: Pink Petal – Special Offer: $5 off 50 pk. normally $25… now only $20! Promo Code: ATOTH5. (Limit one per person). Zirc, Because Time is Everything. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KaRCO4gVdZk Although this episode does not count for CE, head over to www.cezoom.com and check out our other episodes that count for CE! Be sure to thank the sponsor for the CE portion of most episodes by heading over to Paradise Dental Technology - www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences!
	17 Jul 2023	Anti-Periodontitis Therapy and Cancer - Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders, RDH	00:10:27
Anti-Periodontitis Therapy is a new term coined as a collective term for protocol used to lower cancer risks in patients. In this episode, Katrina examines the research study that, spoilers, shows that patients getting periodontal therapy actually lower their cancer risk. Listen to exactly what that means for you and your patient base. Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Chen, S. H., Chen, J. F., Hung, Y. T., Hsu, T. J., Chiu, C. C., & Kuo, S. J. (2023). Exploring the Relationship between Periodontitis, Anti-Periodontitis Therapy, and Extra-Oral Cancer Risk: Findings from a Nationwide Population-Based Study. Biomedicines,11(7), 1949.
	07 Jun 2019	TIPisode with Teresa Duncan	00:07:39
These TIPisodes keep getting better and better! Teresa gives us another round of great advice and in this tip, she tackles the new Perio Classifications! Teresa Duncan, MS is such a wealth of knowledge. Please visit her website and enjoy her awesome resources! For more info from Teresa, see below! Teresa Duncan: Speaker on insurance and management, Podcaster, Author of a book and contributes to several magazines and the ADA’s publications! Book : http://odysseymgmt.corecommerce.com/Book/ use code TALE for $3 courtesy (offsets shipping) Site:OdysseyMgmt.com Podcast: http://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com
	09 Oct 2020	TIPisode Early Caries Detection Made Easy with Ortek-ECD	00:09:28
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are excited to talk to you about the new ECD Unit from Ortek Therapeutics. This device helps to detect early caries, without invasive procedures by measuring the conductivity of enamel! Episode Highlights How ECD Works Early Detection The Science Quotes “We know dental caries remains the most common disease in the world in both children and adults!” “Electrically enamel is a good insulator” “The higher the number, the more concern I have” “It is super fast and easy to use, small, compact” “The patient feels no sensation” Links https://ecddetect.com https://www.basicbites.com/professional/ https://www.basicbites.com/professional/ https://ecddetect.com
	11 Mar 2024	Can You Place Too Much Topical? Ask the Experts with Tom Viola!	00:04:23
Are you a slatherer or a minimalist? Does the dental assistant put the topical in before you even get there? How do you know what is the effective dose of topical anesthetic? Join Tom Viola on this weeks Fast Facts: Ask The Experts where he answers if there is such a thing as too much topical! Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - Tom@Tomviola.com Our partners on this episode Aquoral - Www.aquoralspray.com
	13 Dec 2024	Chicago Midwinter 2025 Preview with Dr. Denise Hale!	00:10:10
Chicago Midwinter is approaching this February and in this episode I catch up with Dr. Denise Hale to talk about what their big plans are for the meeting. Be sure to come and see the keynote speaker, award winning chef Grant Achatz as he tells his story of diagnosis and overcoming stage IV tongue cancer! Resources: https://cds.attregistration.com/Registration/Attendee/Welcome.aspx
	24 Jan 2020	TIPisode with Dr. Ryan Nolan	00:10:42
Dr. Ryan Nolan talks about preventive products and the three pillars of disease: biology, chemistry, physiology. A healthy biofilm in one person may be an unhealthy biofilm in another. Dr. Nolan breaks that down for us in this week's TIPisode Thank you to Elementa for sponsoring this week's TIPisode! Ryan Nolan, DMD is a practitioner, commentator, and creator of the amazing podcast The Biofilm Factor — where he discusses biofilm management and diet with other dental professionals. He is also a co-founder of Elementa Silver, which specializes in nano silver-driven oral cleaning solutions. His work in dentistry and oral health care is guided by his previous education in chemical engineering, and he approaches the field with an eye for results-based research. The Biofilm Factor - http://thebiofilmfactor.com/ Elementa Silver - https://elementasilver.com/ Elementa Silver on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_dp_s_web_0?ie=UTF8&search-alias=aps&field-keywords=Elementa+Silver Elementa Silver on Instagram (@elementaoralcare) - https://www.instagram.com/elementaoralcare/?hl=en Ryan on Instagram (@ryannolandnd) - https://www.instagram.com/ryannolandmd/?hl=en
	26 Aug 2024	Vitamin A, C, and D - Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover!	00:05:50
Micronutrients A, C, and D are all vital for our teeth, periodontium, and overall health. In this mini-episode with Machell Hudson-Hoover she gives you the facts that you can use for yourself, or for starting oral-systemic discussions with your patients! Machell@rdhhealth integrativedentalcoaching.com
	10 Jan 2024	417 Dental Hygiene Is Not Fulfilling, Now What? with Corey Jameson-Kuehl, RDH	00:34:41
What is our purpose as a dental professional? How have our desires, ambitions, and expectations changed over the last several decades? How do we become more fulfilled and find our purpose? Join us in this amazing conversation with Corey Jameson-Kuehl! RDH View Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In9CzqfVHLA Corey's contact information - corey@customdentalsolutions.com customdentalsolutions.com 262-853-1414
	20 Mar 2023	Are You Smarter Than A Dental Hygiene Student: The Periodontal Ligament with Katrina Sanders	00:06:00
Katrina Sanders is back with another incredible Fast Fact episode about Periodontal Ligaments, an incredibly important part of the system! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/
	07 Feb 2020	TIPIsode with Cindy Purdy	00:08:16
Saddle stools are not "one size fits all" and how you sit in them is different than a traditional stool. Cindy Purdy breaks down how to sit in a saddle stool, how to decide which one is best for you (and no! the ones on Amazon are not for you -- that is Michelle's opinion and not the official Crown Seating statement LOL), and what to expect when you sit in one for a long period of time. Thank you to Crown Seating for sponsoring this episode and giving one lucky winner the chance to have their own saddle stool! Click this link to join the giveaway! You can find out more at CrownSeating.com
	13 Dec 2019	TIPisode with Noel Kelsch	00:10:20
This week's TIPisode is with Noel Brandon-Kelsch. The ultrasonic bath is more important in the sterilization process than you may have given it credit for. Noel breaks down how it works, how we monitor, and why hand scrubbing instruments is not advised. Send in your infection control questions! Noel would love to answer them for you. Medicom sponsors this episode. Head over to their website and learn more about their products to keep you and your patient protected https://www.medicom.com/en Noel Brandon-Kelsch is an international speaker, writer, Registered Dental Hygienist in Alternative Practice and Director of Cabrillo College Dental Hygiene Program. She is passionate about oral health and has the uncanny ability to motivate and enlighten audiences through her unique humor and cutting edge information. She takes the tough subject matter and presents it in such an exciting way that it becomes thought-provoking even to those not involved in her industry. Noel is an infection control guru and is going to bring us tips that can make use more informed clinicians! Check out her webpage noelkelsch.com
	11 Sep 2022	Bonus: Cellerant Hygiene Award Winner OraCare	00:21:15
On this special bonus episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined Kristin Goodfellow, RDH to talk about OraCare and the Cellerant Hygiene Award they won for their Health Rinse. Kristin shares what makes OraCare special and some programs they have in place that make OraCare as a company stand out. Episode Highlights Voting: How it works Kristins Background OraCare Health Rinse vs. Chlorhexidine OraCare Cares Links https://www.oracareproducts.com/oracare-health-rinse.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tftc6sjF2eQ https://www.oracareproducts.com/oracarecares.html Contact Kristin: rdh@oracareproducts.com Cell 304-641-6774
	11 May 2016	Oreillys Auto Parts Mixdown 1	00:28:54
Michelle and Andrew present this bonus episode about podcasts they enjoy. You will be able to find some good dental podcast ideas or podcasts in general to listen to while you are driving, working out, cleaning, walking the dog, etc. Enjoy the podcast and dont forget to hit the SUBSCRIBE BUTTON!!! Carla - this edit is for you!! :) Dental Podcasts - Dental Hacks Healthy Mouth Healthy Life Podcast Dentists, Implants and Worms Accidental Geniuses Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran The Passionate Dentist Podcast with Dr. B Saib Thriving Dentist Show with Gary Takacs Totally Oral Podcast Non-Dental Podcasts - You Made it Weird with Pete Holmes The Nerdist WTF with Marc Maron Bodega Boys Freakonomics Radio The Startup Reply All Podcast Method Sampler
	03 Sep 2022	Bonus: Cellerant Hygiene Award Winner Elevate Oral Care	00:23:37
On this special bonus episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined Brooke Crouch, RDH, Hayley Buckner, RDH and Arika Olijar to talk to us about the not one, not two, but THREE Cellerant Awards given to Elevate Oral Care. Episode Highlights Voting: How it works Winning products Links https://www.elevateoralcare.com/ https://www.elevateoralcare.com/products/AdvantageArrest https://www.elevateoralcare.com/products/Allday https://www.elevateoralcare.com/products/FluoriMax
	12 Apr 2023	378 Lemons or Lemonade: How Are You Viewing Life's Events? Karen Davis, BSDH, RDH	00:38:42
Karen Davis returns to the show! We were so excited to bring her back and talk about the tough times she has been going through and how she has flipped those tough experiences into something that she strives to appreciate. She talks about being more mindful in our days and having a grateful heart. We loved having her on the show and cannot wait to have her back. If you want to reach out her, check out her website at www.karendavis.net This podcast counts for CE! Head over to https://dentalacademyofce.com/a-tale-of-two-hygienists/ and select the correct episode or use this link - https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/ep-378-lemons-or-lemonade-how-are-you-viewing-lifes-events-karen-davis-rdh/ to go directly there. Please check local rules and regulations for CE for proper application!
	11 Mar 2019	162 A Quick Look at the New Periodontal Classification with Susan Wingrove!	00:45:14
For this bonus episode—powered by Crest+Oral B—we're happy to invite back Susan Wingrove, who previously appeared on episode 21. Susan is a registered dental hygienist, speaker, published author and CEO of Wingrove Dynamics, specializing in dental implants and instrument design. She has taken the time to stop by and illuminate us on her chosen topic for a recent New York meetup, "Just for the Oral Health of It," which focuses on home care and implant maintenance. In this special episode, Susan discusses the necessity of oral probing in diagnosing inflammatory conditions, how to deal with the insurance gap, and what techniques and tools patients can use to maintain their implants at home. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: - Why dentists and periodontal specialists should be working hand-in-hand with physicians to diagnose and treat inflammatory diseases. - The importance of doing a full-mouth probing in preventing and maintaining inflammation. - The extra steps people should take to clear your mouth of biofilm daily. - How technology can put a risky buffer between a patient and proper treatment. - A by-the-numbers breakdown for inflammatory treatment. - Taking the smart approach to probing dental implants. - Looking at the new types of home care available for implant maintenance. QUOTES: "We should be working hand-in-hand with their physicians as to why do they have this inflammation." "We're really the first responders to see what's going on in the mouth." "If there's bone loss to go with the inflammation, we're looking at periodontal disease." "You're always going to have some stain retained on plaque if you don't eliminate all the biofilm. LINKS: Wingrove Dynamics - http://www.wingrovedynamics.com/calendar.html Susan's email - sswinrdh@gmail.com Thank you to Crest+Oral B for providing sponsorship for this episodes CE credits! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! https://www.cezoom.com/taketest/?courseid=3245&testid=1293 Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236 A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook -https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	17 Jun 2020	232 Perio Protocols Using Lasers, Adjunctive Therapy, And Homecare With Amber Auger, RDH	01:06:32
Please Leave a Review! Michelle continues to indulge her love for and fascination with all things perio by interviewing a fellow hygienist who’s trained on advanced periodontal tools that Michelle only wishes she could get her hands on. Amber Auger, RDH, is a speaker, professional coach and clinical trainer based in the Greater Boston Area. Apart from her comprehensive periodontal knowledge, Amber also has extensive experience using and training professionals on laser tools for the purposes of periodontal treatment. In this episode, Amber discusses the advantages of nuances of using lasers, explains where we can really make a significant change for both patients and professionals, and reveals why she’s excited for the next ten years. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 7:49 - Amber takes us through her journey as a dental hygienist and discusses her experience with lasers. - How exactly are lasers used to treat periodontal disease? - Why you really need to take your time while probing. - The reason Amber establishes a personal connection with her patients before starting in on the serious questions. - What patients can do to test themselves for periodontal issues. - Why Amber and her colleagues implement a probiotic rather than antibiotic protocol for patients after laser treatment. - The trials and tribulations of convincing patients to use water picks. QUOTES: “It has been an absolutely amazing journey to dental hygiene.” “When I’m chatting with my patient and I’m sitting them down and reviewing their medical history, I take the time to sit and listen.” “When you’re taking the time to empower them and educate them on a higher level, you’re gonna have compliance through the roof as well as patients who follow you.” “We are met with opportunities as we think we are worthy of them.” “We need to be insurance-aware but not dictated by insurance.” LINKS: Amber’s homepage: https://www.amberauger.com/ Amber’s email: amberaugerrdh@gmail.com Amber on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmberAugerRDHMPH Amber on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberaugerrdh/ Amber on Twitter: https://twitter.com/AmberAugerRDH THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	12 Jan 2019	152 Stages of Life Affected by Airway (Part 2 of 4)	01:07:59
Interview starts minute 8:10 In part 2 of the airway series, we talk about life’s stages. We begin with babies, even before they are born and the impact that the mother’s airway has on the child throughout prenatal existence. Then we continue through life until we reach geriatrics. It's a fascinating journey that I think everyone will enjoy! cyndee@scaler2schedule.com Julia.worrall@airwayhealth.org Link for product described: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yKg55BKJAvw&fbclid=IwAR3NdzeHoMN0y9hCs0vdtxBkw1FD7STDNX--8WAekgdKnW6uJWkyoUfmCjs Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing sponsorship for this episodes CE credits! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! (Test hasnt been made yet so come back later) Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236 Be sure to thank the sponsor for CE for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences!
	26 May 2023	The Power of 'No' with Carol Jahn RDH, MS	00:09:05
This is a powerful episode as we welcome in Carol Jahn for this week's TIPisode and she goes into the power of "no". She walks through what the word means or could mean, and how to have meaning conversations that might end in the word no... and how to reposition for your next step. Reach out to her here - cjahn@waterpik.com
	15 Apr 2022	How do you Dew? with Anne Duffy, RDH	00:19:37
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew talks with founder of Dental Entrepreneur Woman (DeW) about what it means to be a woman entrepreneur in this industry. Episode Highlights Happy Birthday DeW (Cheers to 5 wonderful years!) What is DeW Get out of the box DeWd Quotes “We are smart, and caring in dentistry.” “It is a movement for women, who happen to be in dentistry.” “This is about bringing love and kindness, and bringing out your strengths without a scarcity mindset.” “Whether it is now or in the future we have done something to build our brand, or the brand of someone else.” “I believe you should look for opportunities that build on your strengths.” “The goal with my kinds was to have them work at something they love, and get paid for it.” “Women are all spinning 5 plates, not letting them drop, and dancing backward in heels.” “Our male hygienists are DeWds!.” “I know so many women who hate the idea of going to work in the morning and that is so sad, my goal with DeW is to bring you in the career, keep you in the career and allow you to look back on your career and saw that was GREAT.” “DeWs and DeWds never retire.” “All of my mentors have been women.” “Why can’t a leader be a leader in how many hours a week that takes.” www.DeW.life - Sign up for the newsletter
	11 Sep 2019	192 OSAP: The Best Kept Secret in Infection Control with Michelle Lee	00:54:09
Andrew and Michelle recently discussed infection and contagion control at length with their last trio of roundtable guests, one of who was kind enough to return and chat further about an organization that makes patient safety in the office a top priority. Michelle Lee is the executive director of the Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention (OSAP), a body that advocates for safe and clean oral healthcare. Michelle and OSAP work with dental professionals to ensure that patients receiving oral and orthodontic treatment have little to no risk of catching infections or anything contagious. In this episode, Michelle breaks down the differences between OSAP, OSHA and the CDC, explains OSAP’s surprising relationship with the armed forces, and takes a close look at the various risks infection poses to all areas of dentistry. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: - What is OSAP, what role does Michelle play in the organization, and how does it differ from OSHA? - What kinds of organizations and people make up OSAP’s rank and file? - Michelle discusses some of the issues OSAP is focusing on right now and what kinds of events they arrange. - The reason there’s a surprisingly high presence of military members at OSAP’s boot camps. - Michelle explains the Dental Assistant National Board (DANB) and how they’ve recently partnered with OSAP. - How you can keep updated with OSAP via social media and where you can go to ask any questions you may have. - The extra challenges posed by mobile dental units for infection control. QUOTES: “There’s a lot more to infection control than just employee safety.” “We don’t want to be exclusive; we want that message out there to all dental professionals.” “We can all work together and help build up each other’s associations.” “We want to make patients realize we’re there to take care of them and make their lives better.” LINKS: OSAP homepage - https://www.osap.org/ Michelle’s email: mlee@osap.org Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing sponsorship for this episode! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE credit! Be sure to thank the sponsor for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	10 Jun 2020	231 Periodontal Disease: AAP Periodontal Classification And Patient Education With Katrina Sanders, RDH	01:47:51
Please Leave a Review! It’s a new month, which means that A Tale of Two Hygienists is embarking on a new series. This time around, Michelle is indulging in her favorite interest—periodontal disease—and has invited someone who can easily walk you through every step of periodontitis. Katrina Sanders, aka the “Dental Winegenist,” has been a dental hygienist for over ten years and is actually a level 1 sommelier! Katrina is based in Phoenix, AZ and works for AZPerio, the largest periodontal practice in the United States. She is also an educator, consultant and speaker. In this episode, Katrina goes over and demystifies new periodontal terminology and classifications, reveals where you can build true value in your clinical work, and explains why you should really think about what you say when educating patients on periodontal issues. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 14:53 - Katrina explains the importance of visually demonstrating to audiences and patients how periodontal disease can affect a person’s oral health. - Michelle and Katrina reflect on how long it used to take to get licenced for anything. - The eye-opening moment that woke Katrina up to a long-standing issue with how hygienists discuss—or rather, DON’T discuss—periodontal issues with their patients. - Why how you say something can matter even more than what you say when bringing up periodontal concerns to apprehensive patients. - Katrina guides us through a very detailed tour of the stages of periodontal disease. - What are the best tools for identifying the early stages of periodontitis? QUOTES: “This is our opportunity to rebrand dentistry.” “I love socializing with my patients, but there’s a time and a place for that socialization.” “If there’s more debris than we can manage in that small chunk of time we have to actually scale, let’s appropriately diagnose that case.” “Patients need to know the ‘why’.” LINKS: Katrina’s homepage - https://www.katrinasanders.com/ Katrina’s email - katrina@katrinasanders.com Katrina on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Katrina on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/TheDentalWINEgenist Katrina on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-m-sanders-rdh-bsdh-m-ed-rf-39547bb4/ THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
	19 Nov 2021	TIPisode Patient Shaming Doesn't Work, But This Does!	00:09:58
This TIPisode is brought to you by GC America! Michelle is joined by Dr. Brian Novy to talk about changing the conversations you are having with your patients and how disclosing can assist those conversations! Episode Highlights: No patient shaming Disclosing and pose the question Tri Plaque ID Gel MI Paste products Quotes: “You have no idea how different my practice is from that model of shaming. Shaming doesn’t work.” “Let’s be honest, the mouth is supposed to have plaque.” “We can encourage behavior change with educational components.” “When someone is blaming you, you immediately want to stop listening to that individual.” “Ask permission to share with your patients.” “Disclose one or two teeth so they can see the difference.” “These products work on the plaque that is in the mouth.” “When you don't remove everything it isn't the end of the world because you are using a product that will neutralize what is left behind, it is a safety net.” “If we take away anything from the pandemic, it is that we can take the time to provide appropriate healthcare. Do it well, and do it right.” Links GC Tri Plaque ID Gel - Dental Plaque Disclosing Gel https://www.gcamerica.com/products/preventive/MI_Paste_Plus/index.php http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/alleducation.php http://www.gcamerica.com
	29 Sep 2023	Adult Palatal Expansion? with Renata Nehme, RDH	00:14:38
We have been told most of our hygiene lives that palatal expansion is just for kids... Well on the episode today we have Renata Nehme, RDH who is very much an adult who decided to fix her malocclusion through the use of a palatal expander. It took 6 screws and vigilant turning but the results are in. Be sure to listen to how not only her maxilla changed but several other facial features! Links:You can check out Renata's work on Instagram - @myomoves or on Facebook and Instagram - @airwaycircle
	23 Sep 2023	Treating The "Mature" Adult with Dr. Bill Paveletz Bonus	00:25:12
This is a bonus episode featuring Dr. Bill Paveletz in partnership with VOCO and we talk about the many issues we see in our elderly patients. The points he makes about dry mouth, recession, and other issues hold true for many of our patients regardless of their age so his advice will ring true for all clinicians. Listen in to hear what he feels are important factors to focus on. Thank you to Erika Flateau for cohosting this and really making a great connection with Dr. Bill. And of course, thanks to VOCO for sponsoring Dr. Bill on the show. If you want to see what preventive and restorative products they offer head over to their website https://www.voco.dental/us/products.aspx https://www.voco.dental/us/portaldata/1/resources/products/folders/us/remin-pro_fol_us.pdf
	14 Feb 2020	TIPisode with Eden Ivie	00:10:43
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 and where we could use teledentistry in our profession and how simple it really is! Thank you to MouthWatch for sponsoring this episode. You can find quality intra-oral cameras and the software you need to implement teledentistry! After listening to this episode, you can enter to win one of those excellent intra-oral cameras from MouthWatch. You can learn more at MouthWatch.com Click here to enter to win!
	27 Sep 2021	Fast Facts: Perio Edition “AAP 2017 Classification System - Stage I Periodontitis”	00:04:52
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition Katrina Sanders, RDH dives into AAP staging and grading, opening the conversation by covering stage one periodontitis and how we classify patients that are standing on that border land between gingivitis and periodontitis. Quotes: “So typically, when these patients present with clinical attachment loss, I want to be very clear, the AAP in their framework indicates a patient with stage one periodontitis as a patient who has a pocket depth maximum anywhere in the mouth of 4mm.” “I want to conclude by sharing that this patient has not lost any teeth due to the periodontal disease process and our Academy indicates that stage one periodontally diseased patients have an opportunity for early intervention and monitoring” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Sources: Papapanou, P. N., Sanz, M., Buduneli, N., Dietrich, T., Feres, M., Fine, D. H., ... & Tonetti, M. S. (2018). Periodontitis: Consensus report of workgroup 2 of the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri‐Implant Diseases and Conditions. Journal of periodontology, 89, S173-S182.
	03 Oct 2022	“Statins: An Adjunct to SRP” Fast Facts: Perio Edition	00:04:03
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, we are going to unpack a weird fact, a fun fact that some of you might know around the utilization of statins as an adjunct to scaling and root planing. Quotes: “Get this, they have actually found that the local delivery of statins so this is going to be localized, delivering simvastatin, atorvastatin, rosuvastatin. The localized delivery of these statins into the sub gingival space has actually shown a promising adjunct to SRP” “So this specific data says that an individual who takes what they call a high dose statin that's going to be 80 milligrams or higher, versus a low dose statin that would be 10 milligrams, demonstrated a significant lower level of this inflammatory and bone loss process.” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Ambrosio, LMB. Rovai ES,.et al.Does the adjunctive use of statins provide additional benefits tononsurgical periodontal treatment? A systematic review and meta-analysis.The Journal of PeriodontalResearch53,12-21 (2018).
	21 Feb 2024	423 Myofunctional Therapy's Impact on Children and Orthodontics with Leslie Farrin and Heidi Giasson	00:42:03
We continue our myofunctional therapy series this month with a focus on children. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin return to talk about screening and assessing, treatment, unique cases, nasal breathing and so much more. Resources: Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta Info@myo2health.com Leslie- Leslie@myo2health.com Heidi- Heidi@myo2health.com Paula- mainemother.com Youtube video mentioned in the episode: Finding Connor Deegan https://youtu.be/Sk5qsmRyVcE?si=vbySK7ewdVSGF7Q5
	03 Feb 2025	Subgingival Irrigation, When and What to Use - Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders!	00:06:17
Does your office perform subgingival irrigation? And if so, what medicament do you use? In this episode, Katrina Sanders discusses the extent that subgingival irrigation is beneficial when combined with SRP... and where else we should be looking to improve its efficacy!
	06 Jun 2016	27 How to Pass the Dental Hygiene Board Exam	00:58:48
In this episode we talk about Andrew's experience and advice as a dental hygiene board examiner. If you have more questions about this episode, feel free to send us a facebook message and we can add it to a future show. Dont forget to like the facebook page and leave us a review on iTunes! Thanks!
	19 Oct 2022	354: Pregnancy and Myofunctional Therapy with Melissa Calhoun, RDH and Joy Lantz, RDH	00:48:23
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we have a combo episode! The first half of this interview is with Melissa Calhoun, RDH to discuss Pregnancy and Oral Health. We are then joined by Joy Lantz, RDH to discuss tongue ties and myofunctional challenges that present in children. Special thank you to our guest co-hosts Erika Flateau, RDH, and Jessica Atkinson, MEd, BSDH, RDH, and RDH Under One Roof for hosting an amazing conference for us to record live and in person! Thanks to Tempstars' support this episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Links: Training for Myofunctional www.levelupmyo.com www.minisproutz.com
	04 Oct 2019	TIPisode with Teresa Duncan Oct 2019	00:12:42
Consultants.... does that word send shivers down your spine? We have all heard the horror stories about consultants taking over practices, and Teresa gives us some great tips and explains that they aren't all so bad. Teresa Duncan, MS is such a wealth of knowledge. Please visit her website and enjoy her awesome resources! For more info from Teresa, see below! Teresa Duncan: Speaker on insurance and management, Podcaster, Author of a book and contributes to several magazines and the ADA’s publications! Book : http://odysseymgmt.corecommerce.com/Book/ use code TALE for $3 courtesy (offsets shipping) Site:OdysseyMgmt.com Podcast: http://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com
	27 May 2024	Everyone Has High Blood Pressure, How Important Is It to Evaluate? Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover, RDH	00:05:15
Our patients are so silly. Many of them think that just because the are on blood pressure meds, they no longer have "high blood pressure"... meaning they think they have no more risk. Machell joins the show to talk to us about what we can be doing and saying to our patients to position the topic of BP to be more importantly. Book Reference: The Blood Pressure Blueprint - https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Pressure-BluePrint-Defeating-Hypertension/dp/B0CKGWZQDZ Machell@rdhhealth integrativedentalcoaching.com
	19 May 2018	120 Mentorship Roundtable	01:21:27
120 Mentorship Roundtable Interview starts at minute 8:40 This episode discusses the importance of mentorship and the general profession of dental hygiene in alternative settings. We also tackle social media etiquette and boosting your presence Roundtable Participants Machelle Galloway, Kristine Berry, Emily Boge, Ambet Auger, and our friend Jackie. Special offer: Free mirror handle with purchase of 12 pack of mirror heads (limit 1 per person) Promo Code: ATOTH12 • Benefits of a resin head: lens is flush with the mirror frame – no debris build up can occur! Stainless steel rhodium mirrors can end up rusting and looking gross over time. No galvanic shock on patient. Autoclavable. Antimicrobial protection – no mold or rust! Lightweight for the practitioner. www.zirc.com Thank you Zirc for your continued support of the podcast and the profession!
	23 Feb 2022	320 The RDH's Value and Team Mentality with Dr. Mona Patel	00:42:22
The RDH's Value and Team Mentality with Dr. Mona Patel Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew records live from Voices of Dentistry with Dr. Mona Patel, DDS and guest co-host The Latina RDH, Amber Lovatos, RDH. Dr. Patel shares with us how she runs her practice with a team mentality, and value around the skills that dental hygienists provide. Dr. Patel truly understands the value of continued education and growth and how encouraging growth in your team members ultimately makes for the best patient experience. This episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Interview Starts: 08:37.032 Episode Highlights Dr. Patel Background Digital Workflow CDOCS/CEREC Team = Family Empower your RDHs KPIs Give your patient options Degrees are a baseline of knowledge Quotes “Rising tides raise all ships.” “I couldn’t do what I do without my team, I have the best team.” “CDOCS is basically the Peloton of dentistry.” “The day you get your degree, it does not make you an expert in your field, we have to keep learning everyday.” “To have 14 people that trust you and wear their brand on their scrubs is not something I take lightly.” “Hire for attitude, you can always train skill.” “Hygienists are strong willed but they also want a leader that shares their values.” “Hygienists are not a support staff member, they are a provider.” “When you have a second set of eyes co-diagnosing it is better for the patient, and hopefully more doctors are recognizing that their hygienists are not just there to clean teeth and do prophys.” “Our goals are numbers driven but 100% trumped by only if the patient needs it.” “We treat the patient, we don’t treat the insurance company.” “Our degree is the baseline of what we need to know, we should absolutely be learning beyond that.” “Board exams test for minimal competency.” “People don’t leave a job, they leave management.” “I would sooner sell my car than have to furlow my team.” “Our failures teach us more than our successes.” “I think in under 2.5 minutes you can scan the full mouth.” Links Savannah Guthrie Dental Visit: https://www.hellomagazine.com/healthandbeauty/health-and-fitness/20220215133219/today-show-savannah-guthrie-details-health-concern-dentist/ Dr. Mona Patel on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/monapateldds/) https://bayshoredds.com/ amlovatos@gmail.com @Thelatinardh on Instagram and Facebook https://atothenespanol.libsyn.com/un-cuento-de-dos-higienistas A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage AToTH on Facebook AToTH on Instagram AToTH on LinkedIn
	15 Mar 2023	374 Australian Oral Health Therapist, Emma Cubis BoH!	00:33:15
For this episode we head across the Pacific Ocean (via an extremely fast internet connection) to welcome in Emma Cubis to the show! Emma is an Oral Health Therapist in Melbourne Australia and a fellow podcaster. She is extremely motivated to help both clinicians and the public learn more about proper oral health through her social media accounts and podcast so be sure to give them a follow! As a bonus to this episode, we play a little Would You Rather: Dental Edition! Podcast: Talk Dental to Me Insta: @EmmaTalksTeeth
	01 Nov 2023	407 Working with Medical Partners with Dr. Tim Donley DDS, MSD and Dr. Brett Sealove FACC, RPVI, CPE	00:35:35
In this amazing episode, Dr. Tim Donley, periodontist, and Dr. Brett Sealove, cardiologist, join the podcast to talk a little more about how we need to be collaborating between dental and medical. We are under one umbrella of healthcare and our patients deserve our concerted effort! Resources: Dr. Donley- beyondthemouth.com Dr. Sealove- brett.sealove@hmhn.org
	05 Jul 2019	TIPisode with Andre Shirdan	00:03:38
This week's TIPisode is with Andre Shirdan and he talks to us about consistency. We have to be consistent with our findings and how each team member is documenting their observations. Listen now to see what he suggests to make us all consistent! Andre is an author, inspirational/motivational speaker, certified software and CAD/CAM trainer. He is a co-creator of the non-surgical periodontal protocol Stat-Ck and imaging protocol Array. For more than 25 years Andre has worked with thousands of practices helping to create systems for treatment planning, staff training, goal attainment, internal and external marketing, and computer systems integration. He has spoken internationally to hundreds of audiences and through his workshops and seminars, he has enlightened and entertained audiences. He's been interviewed and published in magazines, Podcasts and has interacted with thousands of dental professionals. Website: www.thecrewprocess.com Email: TheCrew@thecrewprocess.com
	14 Oct 2017	94 Kathy Bassett, RDH - Local Anesthesia Expert!	01:17:13
Ep 94 Kathy Bassett, RDH - Local Anesthesia Expert! Interview starts at 12:16 You will learn something today… thats just something that is going to happen! We talked about how great Washington State is and how schools can help enforce and cultivate a certain mindset. Ergonomics both stalled and jumpstarted her career! She has training is Sleep Medicine and Oral Myofunctional Therapy Chasing esthetics did not support function Humans are the only species that can choke to death on their own tongue! How did she get started in teaching, how do job openings post? The principal of a “flipped classroom” Brain Rules Book link https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Rules-Updated-Expanded-Principles/dp/098326337X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1507842070&sr=8-1&keywords=brain+rules+john+medina Kathy works with the University of Washington - What is the difference in Local Anesthesia curriculum for dental students vs hygiene students? Don’t cling to the old dogma! http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2937900/ - The Knick show Kathy Mentioned We talk about 4% anesthetics Email - kbassett@pierce.ctc.edu Local Anesthesia for Dental Professionals textbook - https://www.amazon.com/Local-Anesthesia-Dental-Professionals-2nd/dp/0133077713 Youtube Videos with Dr. Michael DiTolla AMSA - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9ulA5x3w0I Gow Gates - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SBbRQODpsJg
	03 May 2024	ADA Code Committee Meeting: What Actually Happens? with Kathy Forbes, RDH	00:14:36
This week's TIPisode features a conversation with Kathy Forbes in which we discuss codes, how we get new codes for services, and how the definitions of codes get changed. If you want to be a part of the code group, be sure to join the Facebook group called, DentalCodeology Consortium! If you want to reach out to Kathy, or want to see her speaking schedule, be sure to check out her website: www.kathysforbes.com
	22 Mar 2019	TIPisode with Dr. Uche Odiatu	00:06:18
If you have heard Dr. Uche Odiatu on the podcast or have been lucky enough to have seen him present, you know he has a ton of energy! We wish he would bottle it up and give us each a drop. He gives us some inside tips on how to find our energy on this week's TIPisode! Listen to more great episodes with Dr. Uche on the podcast and also find him at druche.com. He can be found on Facebook and Instgram @fitspeakers
	16 Nov 2020	Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Socransky Bacterial Cluster Classifications”	00:04:09
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH takes us through the Socransky bacterial cluster classifications Quotes: “Socransky evaluated the fact that these particular bacteria had various complexities when it came to the ways in which their pathogenicity is either established a stability of health or contributed to pathogenicity around disease.” “...periodontal disease by itself is not simply a disease of bacteria presence, but rather a disease affiliated with disease producing bacteria and a dysbiosis or an imbalance between the health and disease producing bacteria.” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Citations Mohanty, R., Asopa, S.J., Joseph, M.D., et al. Red complex: Polymicrobial conglomerate in oral flora: A review. J Family Med Prim Care. 2019; 8(11): 3480-3486. Published 2019 Nov 15. doi:10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_759_19 Mohanty, R., Asopa, S. J., Joseph, M. D., Singh, B., Rajguru, J. P., Saidath, K., & Sharma, U. (2019). Red complex: Polymicrobial conglomerate in oral flora: A review. Journal of family medicine and primary
	25 May 2022	333 Dentistry in 2022: Talking Financials with Dr. Sam Shamardi	00:48:17
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we welcome back return guest, Dr. Sam Shamardi to have a conversation about finances, supply chain and staffing in a post covid-19 world. Special thank you to our guest co-host Tameka Lee, RDH! This episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Episode Highlights - Return of patients after Covid-19 - Supply Chain - Staffing - Companies offering solutions - Expanded function - Benefits of synergy within the office - Take time - Crypto Quotes “I think we will have a realistic sense of things where are in the industry at the end of this year.” “The supply chain issues still exist, but its getting better.” “The big challenge now is staffing.” “As a trained specialist I am unable to do any general dentistry, but a general dentist that receives further training in a specialty can.” “This model will increase patient compliance.” “The role of the dental hygienist is under estimated.” “The amount of stuff that you will find that you are overlooking taking your time with the exam will far outwight the time saved rushing through the exam.” “The most overlooked thing is just starting.” “Paying 50 or 100 dollars more per month saves you years!” Links A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca Forward Science EarAID Financial Survival Guide for Dentists
	14 Feb 2022	Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease - Infantile Genetic Agranulocytosis	00:05:15
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 Infantile genetic agranulocytosis. Quotes: “You see, an individual who has Infantile genetic agranulocytosis is an individual who is born, present at birth with this congenital or genetic disorder. We also, by the way, can have individuals who experience acquired agranulocytosis.” “We understand, of course, that these neutrophils, these white blood cells, are a really important component of the immune system because they aid in the fighting of infection. So if an individual has infantile genetic agranulocytosis, these are individuals who absolutely are going to be prone to infection.” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Papapanou, P. N., Sanz, M., Buduneli, N., Dietrich, T., Feres, M., Fine, D. H., ... & Tonetti, M. S. (2018). Jepsen S, Caton JG, Albandar JM, Bissada NF, Bouchard P, Cortellini P, Demirel K, de Sanctis M, Ercoli C, Fan J, Geurs NC, Hughes FJ, Jin L, Kantarci A, Lalla E, Madianos PN, Matthews D, McGuire MK, Mills MP, Preshaw PM, Reynolds MA, Sculean A, Susin C, West NX, Yamazaki K. Periodontal manifestations of systemic diseases and developmental and acquired conditions: Consensus report of workgroup 3 of the 2017 World Workshop on the Classification of Periodontal and Peri-Implant Diseases and Conditions. J Periodontol. 2018 Jun;89 Suppl 1:S237-S248. doi: 10.1002/JPER.17-0733. PMID: 29926943.
	12 Jul 2023	391 2023 RDH Under One Roof Preview with Andrew Johnston, RDH	00:35:52
In today’s episode I am going solo and will give you a preview of what to expect at RDH Under One Roof for next week. I discuss what classes look amazing to me, some of the networking events, and some tips for first timers and alumni alike as well as some practical logistical thoughts. Digital business card - https://blinq.me/ Shuttle information - https://www.rdhunderoneroof.com/rdhuor2023/hotel-information 2024 call for abstracts - https://www.rdhunderoneroof.com/rdhuor2023/callforabstracts
	02 Feb 2018	105 Sexism in Dentistry pt 2 - A Panel Discussion	00:59:04
This is the conclusion of this panel's discussion on Sexism and their experiences with it in dentistry. We thank our guests for doing a great job and spending that time with us and hope to have them on again soon. If you have questions for any panelist, please email us at ATaleofTwoHygienists@gmail.com and we will forward your message! Interview starts at 5:13 Andrew and Michelle do the intro from an Uber Midwinter, EuroPerio, and Indigo are conferences we are going to for sure!
	22 Feb 2023	371 RDH Practice Ownership with Irene Iancu, BSc, RDH, CTDP	00:36:27
In this episode we really dive deep into the life of Irene Iancu aka Toothlife Irene. We talk about her journey into being a practice owner, lessons she has learned, and obstacles she has overcome. We also talk about what the pathway looks like for becoming a restorative hygienist and how to juggle all of the things. Be sure to check out her social media and find out where you can see her speak! https://www.instagram.com/toothlife.irene/ https://www.aaosh.org/hot-topics-2023
	29 Jan 2018	104 Sexism in Dentistry - A Panel Discussion pt 1	01:12:05
Ep 104 Sexism in Dentistry - a panel discussion Interview starts at minute 14:00 How sick is too sick to go into work? We discuss Nose filters for traveling or whenever dust or allergens can trigger you. Andrew has the picture of Michelle’s swollen face/tonsils and have them for blackmail should anyone want to pay for them - $1,000 will get you that picture. https://stellalifehealing.com/ Thank you for our panelists Alice, Daniel, AK, and Natalie We cover sexism that exists in each of the dental settings of Private Practice, Public Health, and Higher Ed. Voices of Dentistry is happening as this episode launches. Storytime with Michelle - Cultural Competence in Economics
	09 Jun 2023	Local Anesthesia TIPisode - Welcome Texas!	00:10:29
In this week's TIPisode, we celebrate with Texas and other states who have recently passed legislation to allow dental hygienists the ability to deliver local anesthesia, by giving several tips on managing the patient and getting good results! andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com
	31 Mar 2017	67 Emily Boge RDH, MPA	00:59:58
Emily Boge, RDH, MPA Emily and her family are from Iowa and live an atypical life. While her husband’s family owns and operates a farm, Emily found her passion as an inventor and in dental hygiene. A highly educated professional, she is able to balance home life and work life. She shares with us her story and current projects including her role as an administrator/director for both the hygiene and assisting programs at her school! Boge 513 Instrument - http://am-eagle.com/products/boge-513 COHA - https://www.colgateoralhealthadvisor.com/en/us/home XP Technology - http://am-eagle.com/product-information/xp-technology https://www.amazon.com/Power-Positive-No-Relationship-Still/dp/0553384260 We discuss the power of a positive YES! We talk about collaborative events with community and other programs Emily goes Tapas www.thinkbigdental.com 319-231-1193 Emily@thinkbigdental.com
	05 Feb 2025	473 Education Is the Key To Happiness and Success with Jessica Giebel	00:24:19
This is one empowering episode! I am joined by Jessica Giebel to talk about how impactful the RDH is for patient health and the power we wield when we have the right knowledge and the ability to communicate. Oracademy is a newer resource for clinicians, check it out and give Jess a shout if you have any questions! Oracademy.com Orapharma.com Jgiebel@orapharma.com
	11 May 2022	331 Oral Systemic Effects of Long Covid with Dr. Ellie Campbell	00:36:50
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Dr. Ellie Campbell to discuss Long Covid and the risks for patients that contracted Covid-19 and now face prolonged symptomology. Dr. Campbell outlines what symptoms to look out for, and treatment guidelines for patients with Long Covid. Special thank you to our return guest co-host who is an amazing dental hygienist, connector and friend, Machell Hudson, RDH. This episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Episode Highlights Covid Pandemic to Endemic Long Covid Symptoms Inflammatory Panel Nitric Oxide Covid and Periodontal Inflammation: A two way street Mouth and Kidneys - Kidney Stress Treatments Fundamentals of wellness Three R’s: Remove, Replace, Repair Quotes “Sadly covid is not over, it is the gift that keeps giving.” “Covid will be endemic, which means it will always be with us.” “I got over Covid, but for the next year I am at risk for dropping dead.” “Only 20% of these post Covid deaths are respiratory in nature.” “Covid was both a respiratory and a blood vessel disease.” “Every hygienist needs to know about Nitric Oxide.” “Nitric Oxide is our best friend, it regulates everything.” “I’ve had patients with a-symptomatic infected bone who had their wisdom teeth removed 30 years ago.” “Besides my lungs, my kidneys got very stressed. I dropped from healthy kidney function to stage three chronic kidney disease.” Links AAOSH: https://www.aaosh.org/ Campbellfamilymedicine on Instagram www.campbellfamilymedicine.com ellie.cfm@gmail.com
	02 Jun 2021	282 Student Focused Presents: The Roses And Thorns Of Dental Hygiene School	01:01:37
Please Leave a Review! It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’ monthly student roundtable episode, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited a roster of guests to educate student listeners on a chosen topic. This month, guest co-host Claire Jeong, MS, RDH, joins Andrew and Michelle in welcoming some recent dental hygiene graduates to the podcast. Alyssa Todora, Bonny Harris, Keyla Lee, and Katie Sinclair are the four stellar graduates whose instructors have recommended them as excellent candidates to share their observations regarding both their education and transition to working in the profession here today. In this episode, Claire shares details about her new podcast, and our graduates offer their perspective on the professional positions they have chosen to accept, the highs and lows of dental hygiene school, their areas of confidence and nervousness regarding their new positions, and the rotations in which they were able to participate. Together, the panel discusses dental hygiene school curriculum, the understanding that dentists have of the work of which hygienists are capable, a valuable Facebook group, and their ‘do’s and don’ts’ advice for current students. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 3:14 - Claire’s new podcast, ‘RDHBites’ - Our graduates and the schools from which they are graduating - How they chose the jobs they have lined up - The Dental Implants Uncovered Facebook group - The highs and lows of dental hygiene school - Areas of confidence and nervousness as they enter the profession - The rotations in which they were able to participate - Dental hygiene school curriculum - Dentists’ understanding of hygienists’ capabilities - ‘Do’s and don’ts’ advice for current students QUOTES: “For me, personally, I wanted to be able to experience different offices, I wanted to see what I liked.” “I think the hardest part was, you kind of always were criticized in dental hygiene school - kind of felt like everything you did was wrong.” “I definitely made some really great relationships - I think lifelong friends.” “Now that I'm graduated, I kind of just feel super empowered.” “I'm also super hard on myself.” “So I'm super grateful for the faculty that I was able to run into.” “There are names of people that I know from my instructors that I feel like I could email or reach out to for support or for ideas. And so I think, you know, that's pretty cool.” “My first day on the job, I died already inside!” “I don't know what I should be nervous about or what I don't know.” “I had one of my worst experiences in my rotation.” “I don't really know what to expect, but I am excited, and I'm having a very positive mindset about it. And I'm just ready to take whatever comes at me, and I'm just going to have to roll with it.” “Even on those days where I'm not, like, deep scaling, I'm working my butt off and talking about sleep, and I'm talking about my functional therapy and education.” “You are more than a scaler.” “A dental hygienist is an advocate and an educator.” “Definitely don't procrastinate. It just causes more stress….don’t try to be perfect.” “Don't compare yourself to other students in your cohort.” “Ask questions to your faculty. Ask questions to even the students with your cohort, and just stay on top of everything.” “I actually, like, injured my wrist doing online school.” “Be nice to yourself.” “Keep learning.” “Just know that you are coming into an amazing profession.” LINKS: A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca Q-Optics RDHBites Podcast Dental Implants Uncovered Facebook Group
	26 Apr 2022	Fast Facts Pharmacology: Selenium and QA Products	00:05:08
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about selenium and QA products used in dentistry. Tom highlights a line of products from Elevate Oral Care, the DenteShield line! These products incorporate the element Selenium, specifically formulated for restorative and preventive materials as an additive called Seldox. Learn more about how selenium works in these products by joining Tom for this episode! This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates innovative and proven prevention-focused oral care products, learn more by visiting www.elevateoralcare.com and schedule your free CE staff-meeting today. See more from Tom at www.tomviola.com @pharmacologydeclassified #pharmacology #dentalpharmacology #rdh #dental #dentalhygiene #studentrdh #dentalhygienist #rdhlife #futurerdh
	01 Aug 2022	“Peri-Implant Soft and Hard Tissue Deficiencies Part 2” Fast Facts: Perio Edition	00:04:39
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, continues her discussion around Peri-Implant soft and hard tissue deficiencies, today discussing Peri-Implant failure. Quotes: “Remember, when we talk about peri-implant failure, it's critical for us as clinicians to ensure that we are assessing potential challenges that could be in the soft or the hard tissues around a dental implant.” “Research now is telling us that dental implants have 80% less attachment apparatus around them when compared with teeth.” Resources: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Renvert, Stefan, G. Rutger Persson, Flavia Q. Pirih, and Paulo M. Camargo. "Peri‐implant health, peri‐implant mucositis, and peri‐implantitis: Case definitions and diagnostic considerations." Journal of clinical periodontology 45 (2018): S278-S285.
	30 Aug 2023	398 Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Dental Missions with Mary Jensen, RDH	00:39:27
Mary Jensen, RDH has been taking annual dental/medical mission trips to places around the world for quite some time. In this episode she tells us about her recent trip to Vietnam. In this episode we discuss: The mission of Alliance for Smiles Cleft lip and palate surgery How they screen their patients for surgery Who is eligible for treatment What the sterilization system looks like What other countries Mary has been to with this group How much it costs How long a volunteer needs to take off of work Resources: https://www.allianceforsmiles.org/ maryjensenrdh@gmail.com
	01 Feb 2019	155 Orthodontics and Airway with Dr. William Hang	01:05:25
Our guest this episode is William Hang, DDS, MSD. Both an orthodontist with Face Focused Orthodontics and lecturer on orthodontics and orthotropics, William has completely rethought his approach to working with patients in order to maximize their airway health and reduce craniofacial discomfort. In this episode, Dr. Hang discusses how orthodontists can better diagnose facial pain in their patients and why there should be a push to extend jaws forward, and how hygienists can have a role in the discovery and referral processes. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview begins: 3:14 - William lays out his history in the orthodontics field and why he’s pursued CE. - Impressing how orthodontics—jaw placement in particular—can affect the airway. - Why waiting until adolescence for braces may not have as impactful a long-term effect as we think it does. - The reason developing the face forward, rather than retracting, is key to clear and healthy airways.” - William’s technique for expanding anterior/posterior. - How sticking to arbitrary standards of beauty and appearance can have a negative effect on orthodontics. - Signs to look for in a patient’s face and posture to see if they’re in pain. - What you can expect from William’s upcoming Las Vegas seminar on March 22nd and 23rd. QUOTES: “Sleep and poor breathing are just the flip side of the TMJ pain coin.” “Putting braces on a teenager is pretty much nothing more than rearranging the deck chairs on the Titanic.” “I happen to believe that dentistry is literally at the center of health care.” “Everyone says ‘expand, expand, expand,’ but the reality is that’s not where the progress is gonna be made.” “Why have we made these artificial limitations to what we do just because we’re dentists?” LINKS: Facefocused.com hang@facefocused.com Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing sponsorship for this episodes CE credits! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your CE Credit! https://www.cezoom.com/events/?test=yes&courseid=2986&testid=1282 Approved Pace Program Provider FAGD/MAGD Credit Approval Does Not Imply Acceptance By A State Or Provincial Board of Dentistry Or AGD Endorsement. 1/1/18- 12/31/19 Provider #373236 Be sure to thank the sponsor for CE for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences!
	01 Jul 2024	Is Alcohol a Required Ingredient for Mouthwash To Be Effective? Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders, RDH!	00:06:54
I remember the first mouthwash I tried, it was sweet and minty and set my mouth on fire. We then added water to lessen some of the burn but was told that if "it isn't burning, it isn't working." Katrina Sanders joins the show today to give us expert discussion on why alcohols were added in the first place, and what types of rinses we should be using today! In partnership with Therabreath, get a free sample at www.trytherabreath.com Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/ Pereira EM, da Silva JL, Silva FF, De Luca MP, Ferreira EF, Lorentz TC, Santos VR. Clinical Evidence of the Efficacy of a Mouthwash Containing Propolis for the Control of Plaque and Gingivitis: A Phase II Study. Evid Based Complement Alternat Med. 2011;2011:750249. doi: 10.1155/2011/750249. Epub 2011 Mar 31. PMID: 21584253; PMCID: PMC3092688.
	06 Jan 2023	RDH Mag Has A Podcast!	00:09:05
In this short episode Andrew welcomes in Jackie Sanders to the show to discuss a new podcast from RDH Magazine. We learn about who will be on the show, what kind of episodes they will have, and why it is needed. We also deliver a few tips for the dental hygiene community!
	03 Sep 2021	TIPisode: Get The Most Out Of AToTH	00:12:21
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Michelle and Andrew! Your hosts are giving you the tips on all the ways to learn and thrive with A Tale of Two Hygienists! Episode Highlights The Podcast - Get your CE (IT IS FREE) TIPisodes Fast Facts: Perio Edition Fact Facts: Pharmacology Edition Social Media AToTH Library - Website Newsletter - Subscribe HERE. Support us by subscribing and reviewing AToTH Quotes “I wish I had done a better job of keeping my CE tracked.” “Use it, you never know when you might need more CE.” “A lot of our growth has been through social media, so thank you for sharing, liking and following.” “We’ve only been around for 3 years, why do we need a website?” “We are setting a standard of high quality information coming out through social media.” “If you are a social media person you can get content there, if you are an audio person get content through the podcast, and if you are a written content or video person check out our website.” Links AToTH Survey - Complete by Sept 10th, 2021 AToTH Episodes For FREE CE AToTH Instagram AToTH Facebook AToTH Website
	04 Mar 2022	TIPisode 3 Steps to Improved Patient Compliance with Spring Hatfield, RDH	00:10:55
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Spring Hatfield, RDH to talk to us about 3 steps to take to improve patient compliance. Episode Highlights Article: 10 Tips to Improve Patient Compliance Listen Build Rapport Motivate your patient Aids Quotes “Far too often we listen to respond, and we don’t listen to hear.” “If you can listen it is a building block to building trust with your patient.” “Try to find the common ground with your patient, there is something you can find common ground on and build from there.” “If rapport is lacking, you likely will not be able to build the trust you need.” “Nothing will motivate your patient more than seeing what is going on in their own mouth.” “Disclosing Gel has been a game changer for me.” “GC Tri Plaque ID gel has 3 colors, when you put it on a patient's mouth they are dumbfounded to see all the colors, and then mortified when they learn what the colors mean, and see the areas they consistently miss.” “I love that it is a gel and not a liquid, using it is a totally different experience.” “Disclosing gel makes me a better clinician because it shows me exactly where all the biofilm is that I need to disrupt.” Links springhatfieldrdh@gmail.com GC Tri Plaque ID Gel™ https://www.gcamerica.com/products/preventive/GC_Tri_Plaque_ID/ 10 Top Tips for Improving Patient Compliance https://www.nature.com/articles/bdjteam2015165
	25 Oct 2024	Peculiar Patient Stories: An RDH Rant Takeover with Heather, Anna, and Lizz	00:28:25
We all have them, experiences with patients that you just can't make up! Listen to this episode as Heather, Lizz, and Anna delight in their stories and stories from members of the group! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869
	08 Mar 2019	TIPisode with Teresa Duncan March 2019	00:09:15
Teresa Duncan, MS gives another great tip on dental coding. Why would hygienist need to be fully aware of dental codes? Teresa explains why our documentation can make or break dental claims. For more info from Teresa, see below! Teresa Duncan: Speaker on insurance and management, Podcaster, Author of a book and contributes to several magazines and the ADA’s publications! Book : http://odysseymgmt.corecommerce.com/Book/ use code TALE for $3 courtesy (offsets shipping) Site:OdysseyMgmt.com Podcast: http://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com
	03 Nov 2023	Embarrassing Moments pt 2 - An RDH Rant Takeover	00:39:40
We all have them, moments embarrass us so much, but then are our favorite stories to tell. Listen in this week as we have more embarrassing stories from RDH Rants' Heather, Lizz and Anna! Resources: RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869
	20 Jun 2016	30 Michelle Goes to Boston	00:53:32
Stuff and Things - Its late and im tired and I lost my edits half way through the first time and i got mad at the computer and software so I put it off until later but now its later and I dont want to do it anymore so Ill add stuff later but just know, michelle goes off on several tangents as per usual and sounds like a crazy person.

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