A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

In this episode, Jackie Sanders takes over the AToTH podcast feed with some updates for the RDH Under One Roof conference in Denver for 2024. She is joined by Laura Winfield-Roy and Andrew Johnston to talk about the hotel situation, registering for courses, networking receptions/workshops, and so much more. There is a discount still up for the podcast, enter Podcast30 at checkout for $30 off. www.rdhUnderOneRoof.com

We dive into the last part of our Myofunctional Therapy series today and examine the role of interdisciplinary care with our chiropractic colleague Dr. Andrea Smith. This episode explores how our mind and body are connected, and what types of assessments, evaluations, and work is needed to help our patients achieve optimal health and how a myofunctional therapist plays a role in this. Special thanks to Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin for their work and connections in making this episode happen! If you want to explore more, be sure to go back to the first episode of this series and listen to all 5 parts. Feel free to reach out to our experts Heidi, Leslie, and Dr. Smith Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta [email protected] Leslie- [email protected] Heidi- [email protected] Dr. Andrea- synapticdc.com

We talk a lot about the mouth and screening for oral cancer, but how does our work with controlling the mouth's microbiome impacting the risk for other cancers like colorectal cancer? Machell@rdhhealth integrativedentalcoaching.com

The conundrum we are currently facing is that dry mouth - xerostomia - isn't just "dry mouth", it is a wide range of severity and accompanying symptoms. We cant treat everyone the same, and we are learning that the products from 20 years ago, maybe aren't keeping up with the symptoms manifesting in today's patient. What should we do? In this episode we answer some key questions: What is the prevalence of dry mouth in our patients; how often should we expect to see our patients presenting with them? Is there an increase in prevalence or just better clinical detection? What are the top reasons people experience xerostomic effects? Do patients understand how much dry mouth they really have? Water vs Lipid based products for our patients - which is better? How important is the role of the RDH in detection? Resources: [email protected] @pharmacologydeclassifed on social media Our partners on this episode Aquoral - Www.aquoralspray.com

Anna, Heather, and Lizz are back with an episode that opens them up to whatever crazy questions the group might have for them! Join them as they give their best responses! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

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 [email protected] Leslie- [email protected] Heidi- [email protected] Paula- mainemother.com Youtube video mentioned in the episode: Finding Connor Deegan https://youtu.be/Sk5qsmRyVcE?si=vbySK7ewdVSGF7Q5

Pediatrics can be a cornerstone to many practices but RDHs don't always love treating them. Val Dangler joins us today to talk about what happens in the DSO setting and what you should expect. Contact Val: [email protected] Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources

Listener Mail! In this episode we hear from Cindy Midgett who heard a recent episode on becoming an educator at a traditional RDH program, and wanted to let people know of another option in education in case that setting isnt for you. Give this episode a listen about CTE (Career and Technical Education) program career options! You MUST watch this video! https://youtu.be/Ly0UNZN_PZA?si=OnmTvcI_WN0xdfvE Contact Info: Cindy Midgett, M.ED, RDH, CDA, PHDHP LinkedIn @cindy midgett classroom account on Instagram is @mbit_dentaloccupations Personal Cell 610-297-2057 Personal Email [email protected] School Email [email protected]

Today is a continuation of last weeks episode where we talk about the foundational moments of a babies life that can shape the anatomical features and future habits of adults. Huge thank you to Heidi and Leslie for bringing amazing topics to the table and for connecting us with Paula Norcott. Be sure to check out the show notes for their contact info! Resources: Link to CE Test: https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/ep-422myofunctional-therapy-for-babies-early-intervention-screening-techniques-p2/ Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta [email protected] Leslie- [email protected] Heidi- [email protected] Paula- www.mainemother.com

Pediatrics, Surgery, Restorative, Perio... so many times to use local anesthetics but how much should we be using? Is less more? Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - [email protected]

New Podcast Alert! Tina Clarke and Kim Augustus have a newer podcast called RDH Coast to Coast. It's in video format on Spotify and YouTube and they tackle the tough questions facing the professionals of today! Be sure to check them out! Reach out to them! Podcast: RDH Coast to Coast on Spotify and Youtube Tina: @teachertina on all socials Kim: @bloomrdh on all socials

Today is an interesting discussion because it is foundational to everything that we see as dental professionals. We are talking myofunctional therapy but with babies. I am joined today by Leslie and Heidi again but they also brought in Paula Norcott who works as a lactation consultant. We covered lots of topics and it was such an interesting conversation that we broke it up into two episodes. We talk about what the evaluation looks like, whether the issues are mechanical or anatomical and what is happening causing the issues to arise, we talked about body work and what that means. Resources: Link to CE Test: https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/intro-to-myo-with-leslie-farrin-and-heidi-giasson/ Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta [email protected] Leslie- [email protected] Heidi- [email protected] Paula- www.mainemother.com

Cavities are for dentists, perio is for the RDH, right? Unfortunately lots of people people actually believe this! There is no room to just stay in our lanes on this one so please listen to Katrina Sanders as she answers, "Do cavities affect periodontal disease?" 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/ Loesche, W. (2007). Dental caries and periodontitis: contrasting two infections that have medical implications. Infectious disease clinics of North America, 21(2), 471-502.

On this episode Andrew Johnston, RDH talks about the level of influence clinicians have in their own operatory. We don't need to rely on the person who has the most clicks or the most likes, we can rely on ourselves to get our patients happier and healthier. [email protected]

Welcome to the first part of the Myofunctional Therapy Series of 2024. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin join me to lay down the baseline conversation about this space. They are doing really cool things, they are collaborative with healthcare professionals from other spaces, and really want to help everyone out. Be sure to reach out to them! Contact Info: myo2health.com @myo2health on insta [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

What do you do when you're sick? There is an expectation that you will just power through it and get to work but ethically you should NOT be spreading disease. That is a tough one... In this Ask The Experts we cover recovery time - is getting plenty of rest and fluids really helpful?

How are you getting along this new year? Any goals or resolutions for you? This week Heather, Lizz, and Anna talk about some great ideas to think about! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

In this episode we chat with Cindy Gaskill, RDH about what her experiences were like being an educator. She answers questions about salary and benefits, work/life balance, pathways, educational requirements and more! If you wanted to reach out to her, you can email her - [email protected]

We know we are supposed to educate our patients on how periodontal disease impacts our heart health, but how do we approach the subject, where do we start? How about endothelial dysfunction which leads to arterial disease. Machell joins us this week to give you the talking points you need so grab a pen and paper to be sure you take notes! Reach out to Machell - [email protected]

In this episode we welcome in Amber Auger, RDH to talk about risk assessments (starting around minute 10). Before that, we catch up on what its like to be a KOL, how to develop yourself and how to partner with great companies like VOCO. In addition to perfoming the risk assessments, we need to be prepared to treat what we find and www.voco.dental has so many options to care for your patients so a special thank you to them for their partnership on this episode! If you have questions for Amber be sure to check out her website www.amberauger.com or find her on Instagram @amberaugerrdh

How do we get our patients to buy the products they need or commit to the procedures they need to have performed? Join Andrew Johnston, RDH for 6 tips to help you help them. [email protected]

It's not easy getting older... said every old person ever. One of the responsible things to do as we age is to work with a doctor and a team of specialists as needed to keep your health in check. This week's episode, Andrew did just that. He got some bloodwork done for the first time ever and had a friend join him on the podcast to discuss the results. Megan Barnett is a valuable resource, please reach out to her if you have any questions or would like to see if you can partner with her on your own health journey! [email protected] bioloungepdx.com CE For this episode - https://dentalacademyofce.com/courses/ep-418-analyzing-blood-panels-with-megan-barnett-ms-cns/ ***This is not medical advice, only your doctor can diagnose and treat you***

In this episode of Fast Facts Ask The Expert, we are joined by Valerie Dangler who shares who she is, where is came from, and dives into the DSO world with us. Val answers a crucial question lots of people have, what is a DSO and how do we find good ones? [email protected] Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources

Leaving clinical dental hygiene is a tough decision. It is even more complicated when you are forced out do to things beyond your control. Meet Stephanie, a hygienist who loves working chairside and would do almost anything to get back to it, but its not possible... In this episode we talk about how hard it is mentally and emotionally when you can no longer practice what you love to do. Stephanie talks about how she has been able to overcome this and a pathway that she wishes she would have found sooner. Reach Out To Her: [email protected]

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 - [email protected] customdentalsolutions.com 262-853-1414

Patient safety is our first priority and so we would never want to do anything to put them in harms way. So when it comes to choosing to use epinephrine, how do we evaluate the pros and the cons? Listen to this episode with Tom Viola to find out! https://www.tomviola.com/ @pharmacologydeclassified [email protected]

We are taught proper ultrasonic insert maintenance in school, but do we remember when we are supposed to have them replaced? Even if you do remember, the DuraTip by Parkell is resetting all of the rules. Listen to this episode to hear about a better way to practice with ultrasonics. [email protected] [email protected] parkell.com

Meet Lori Angdahl, BA, RDH. She, like so many other RDHs, is constantly juggling all of the responsibilities of being a hygienist while also trying to run a small business and be a mother. Does this sound familiar? In this episode Lori talks about her goals in each area of life to help her live a happier and healthier life! Give it a listen and see which goals you also want to set for yourself!

In this episode Andrew addresses comments and questions from the audience about 2023 and also talks about what to expect for 2024. It should be a really great year! In this episode he covers: What did you think of 2023? How is the new job? How is the pup? What challenges did you have in 2023? What were the favorite episodes from 2023? What are you looking forward to in 2024? What is your biggest dream for 2024? [email protected]

Have you had a patient walk into the office, find out that they need periodontal therapy, and then request for "just a normal cleaning"? This can be tough to figure out how to navigate but we do have certain legal and ethical responsibilities. Listen in for this episode as Katrina tells us more! Resources:Yousefi Y, Meldrum J, Jan AH. Periodontal Abscess. In: StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing, Treasure Island (FL); 2022. PMID: 32809460. Sottosanti, J. Fractured calculus and dental implant failure. Jones, C. L., Milsom, K. M., Ratcliffe, P., Wyllie, A., Macfarlane, T. V., & Tickle, M. (2011). Clinical outcomes of single-visit oral prophylaxis: a practice-based randomised controlled trial. BMC oral health, 11(1), 1-13.

A pilot program can be used in lots of facets of our lives from the professional facing to the friend group. Please join us as Belangie Perez-Torres walks us through some key components! Belangie Perez-Torres on LinkedIn or @dental_hygenie on Instagram

It's time for the end of year wrap up for A Tale of Two Hygienists so we are bringing you a really low key insider peek to a conversation I had with Anna, Heather, and Lizz. We talk a bit about the importance of a community and podcasting. We talk about holiday parties, Christmas bonuses, gifts for the boss, and so much more. Thank you so much for listening, sharing, and making amazing suggestions again this year. We have lots of new voices and topics for next year so be sure to join us again in 2024!

Merry Christmas! This week, Katrina Sanders is keeping with the holiday theme and talks about the naughty and nice list. Are your patients doing what they should be to stay healthy? 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/ Domokos, Z., Simon, F., Uhrin, E., Szabó, B., Váncsa, S., Varga, G., ... & Nemeth, O. Salivary MMP-8 in Early Periodontitis Diagnosis and Prevention: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Available atSSRN 4625540

New Dental Podcast Alert!!!! Lancette VanGuilder has a new show called Beyond Breathing which focuses on airway including sleep apnea, mouth breathing, nitric oxide, and so much more. Please find her show on your podcast apps and give her some support! Resources: Email: [email protected] LinkedIn and Facebook search Lancette VanGuilder

It comes up in the facebook groups quite often, is Perio Protect the real thing or is it just a way for the office to make money? In this episode we speak to the everyday RDH who is using Perio Protect in their offices and ask them the questions you are asking - how much do they charge? does it really work? how time consuming is it? Don't miss this episode! Reach out to the guests! [email protected] and [email protected]

Researchers are developing a special toothpaste for patients with a peanut allergy. Why and what will you be hearing from your patients about this new idea? Listen in to this week's short episode with Katrina Sanders! 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/ https://us.dental-tribune.com/news/researchers-develop-special-toothpaste-for-peanut-allergy-treatment/

In this episode we talk about how sugar is quickly destroying our health but not just in the mouth, throughout our whole body. And amazingly we have this substance xylitol that promotes health in these same places - the mouth and the rest of the body. Special thanks to Erika Flateau for guest co-hosting this episode recorded on the floor at RDH Under One Roof. Toothpaste, mints, gum, nasal spray and more at www.xlear.com

Sometimes, patients are hard to work with and make their appointment feel like forever. Why do they got to be so difficult!?Listen in this week's Takeover episode from RDH Rants' Heather, Lizz and Anna! Resources: RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

Have you ever had a great idea for a patent or invention but didn't know the next steps? There are so many little things to think about and as I think about my own journey I cannot help but be grateful for those who have gone before me to pave the way. Noel and Rich Paschke are two such brilliant minds who sat down and talked through their journey and gave insightful points to ponder. Reach out to them here: [email protected] [email protected]

Have you ever wondered what would happen if we could use natural teeth instead of implants? Like, could we gently extract a 3rd molar and move it up in place of an extracted 1st molar? Listen to this fascinating Fast Fact with Katrina Sanders! 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/ Pini Prato, G., Franceschi, D., Pace, R., & Di Gianfilippo, R. Translational approach to tooth autotransplantation: A 27‐year case study. Clinical Advances in Periodontics.

One of the ickiest things to happen is prophy paste splattering up and onto us. With patients who have tough stain, prolonged exposure of prophy paste and prophy angle increase our chance of getting that nasty stuff on us. This TIPisode will help you learn what kinds of things you can do to reduce the yuck! www.ultradent.com

This episode is what you get when you put 4 opinionated people in front of a microphone with important topics to be discussed. Did we always say the thing people want us to say? No, but we said what people likely need to hear. Join us for this episode as we talk about the Dentist/RDH relationship, labor shortage, and wage wars! Be sure to follow the doctors' new podcast "Dentistry Unmasked: A Roundtable Podcast" on your favorite podcast app!

Can pelvic infections be caused by periodontitis? Katrina reviews a fascinating case, don't miss it! 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/ Tian, C., Yan, H., Tang, P., Shi, J., Liang, M., Wan, Y., ... & Qin, C. (2023). Pelvic infection caused by periodontitis: A case report. Case Reports in Women's Health, e00563.

Some pain can be mitigated with changes in how we scale, some pain can't be helped. That's where the dental pain eraser comes into play. It helps with ortho, srp, or our "normal" but symptomatic patient and more! Check out more at https://dentalpaineraser.com/

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we rebroadcast an episode from 2022 by your host, Andrew Johnston, RDH. He talks in depth about leadership! This episode is applicable to everyone but will be especially beneficial for those that are on the path to leadership. Episode Highlights Non traditional paths Don't be afraid to be you Be patient Metrics of improvement Where to find inspiration Don't be petty Quotes "You can't do it alone, nobody has all the answers." "You should be learning leadership skills from non dental people, you can't be in the dental echo chamber." "Pettiness is a powerful drug, it corrupts great people and makes them do very questionable things, you can't give into it." Links [email protected] AToTH Episodes For FREE CE AToTH Instagram AToTH Facebook AToTH Website

Establishing the culture of an office is hard. Do you want to fun or do you want to be "professional"? Can you have both? In this week's episode we listen how Shannon Campbell and Cara Reck, RDH try to do the little things to make sure that the workplace is something to look forward to. We spend way too much time at work to not enjoy it! Feel free to reach out: Shannon Campbell - [email protected] Cara Reck - [email protected]

Salivary flow, composition, and pH are incredibly impactful on other areas of our body. In this episode, Kristin Evans is interviewed by Katrina Sanders to give us the foundational knowledge needed to begin our journey. 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/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8323473/ For speaking inquiries or questions Kristin can be reached at [email protected], onInstagram @kristinevansthephrdh or on LinkedIn.

What is better than a roundtable discussion going back to the basics? Not much if you ask me and Crystal and Hartley were so much fun to be around. If you are looking to brush up on the "why", then this episode is for you. We touched lightly about a lot of the popular topics - careers beyond clinical, whitening, ergonomics and handpieces, mobile dentistry so so much more. If you want to reach Hartley - message the Ultradent account and you'll find her there - @ultradentproducts If you want to reach Crystal, you can find her at @cmarluv

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! As we celebrate this weekend, its a good time to look back and reflect on the things you are grateful for. For those practicing mindfulness, this exercise goes hand in hand with what you are already doing. In this TIPisode Andrew reflects on his top 5 things he is grateful for!

For today's episode we welcome back Dr. Kim Kutsch to the show. Misty and I had a chance to catch up with him at ADA SmileCon and it was just the best conversation about helping the professional organizations grow and how to deliver a successful practice through growth in the dental hygiene appointment. Be sure to check out Dr. Kutsch's podcast, "Contrary to Ordinary" on your podcast app. And shoot him a message if you're so inclined - [email protected]