A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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/

In this episode Heather, Anna, and Lizz talk about finding love in the op! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

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

In this part II, we examine the continued paradigm shift of non-invasive periodontal therapy. The question remains... do endotoxins embed themselves into the cementum and does it require aggressive root planing in order to accomplish health? If not, what is needed? 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: Ribeiro, F. V., Mehta, J. J., Monteiro, M. F., Moore, J., Casati, M. Z., & Nibali, L. (2023). Minimalinvasiveness in nonsurgical periodontal therapy.Periodontology 2000.

This week's TIPisode is for the students and the educators out there! We are joined by Kim Laudenslager, RDH, MPA, CDIPC as she explains some essential tips to passing the CRDTS clinical board exams. To learn more head over to http://www.crdts.org or send email to [email protected]

In this episode I am joined by Duane "Tink" Tinker aka The Toothcop and Paul Saueressig to talk about the latest and greatest technology for infection control. We talk about a polymer coating that continually disinfects the surfaces it is attached to and how it is used in dentistry - this is a game changer for sure and is already in use! If you want to learn more be sure to check out their social media and other sites! Paul - FB: https://www.facebook.com/mcsinfectioncontrolsolutions Insta: https://www.instagram.com/mcsinfectioncontrolsolutions/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mcs-infection-control-solutions/ Website: https://mcsteams.com/infection-control-solutions/ Duane - Website: https://dentalcompliance.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talking-with-the-toothcop/id1296587897

In this episode, Katrina Sanders speaks to us about how the things we were taught in school could be outdated and how we need to change the way we view and treat 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/ Reference: Ribeiro, F. V., Mehta, J. J., Monteiro, M. F., Moore, J., Casati, M. Z., & Nibali, L. (2023). Minimal invasiveness in nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Periodontology 2000.

In this episode, Andrew explores his thoughts around why dental hygiene programs should always graduate the students with a Bachelor degree. It's not a new concept or idea but one that needs revisiting on occasion. If you have any thoughts, send me an email - [email protected] You can also check out the episode we did with JoAnn Gurenlian here - https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/listen/a-tale-of-two-hygienists-episode-115-joann-gurenlian-come-on-does-she-even-need-a-tagline/

In this episode, Rachel Wall, RDH, BS joins me at the Voices of Dentistry conference and we talk about how to better support hygienists through learning about adjunctive therapy and what that can do for our patients. She also has some sage advice for those out there that might feel a little down or burnt out and that is to surround yourself by hygienists who love hygiene! Rachel advocates for you to speak your mind, stand up and be a leader in your practice and if you need pointers, send her a message by heading over to http://www.inspiredhygiene.com www.VoicesofDentistry.com

In this fascinating episode of Fast Facts: Perio Edition Katrina Sanders explains the potential role and involvement of stem cells in periodontal therapies including a review of where stem cells can be harvested. 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: Goriuc, A., Foia, L., Cojocaru, K., Diaconu-Popa, D., Sandu, D., & Luchian, I. (2023). The Role andInvolvement of Stem Cells in Periodontology.Biomedicines,11(2), 387.

In this TIPisode Andrew explains his opinion on why there is so much negativity, anxiety, and depression over what we perceive to be failure and what we can do about it. He talks about how broken dentistry is and attempts to shape the vantage point from which we view it. Tl;dr - We are strong, talented, educated individuals and we have value so we need to start acting like it.

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 - [email protected] Dr. Emily Boge - [email protected] Dr. Joy Void-Holmes - [email protected]

Researchers tracked a group of 5000 people over 17 years and found that patients who never brushed their teeth at night increased risk of death between 20-25% compared to those in the same group who did brush nightly. Want to hear the results on flossing? Then give this episode a listen! 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: Koka, S., & Gupta, A. (2018). Association between missing tooth count and mortality: a systematic review. Journal of prosthodontic research,62(2), 134-151.

In this episode Heather, Anna, and Lizz talk about last straws - things that play on our last nerves, things that cause us to write people completely out of our lives, things that cause us to quit toxic workplaces. We start the episode talking about common health issues for women that nobody talks about, Lizz crying out of anger, and Heather apologizing about her face. We then talk about reasons why we have left jobs including a crazy psycho woman who used her brother's phone to stage some shady stuff. As if that isn't enough, we get to talking about your stories! This is an episode you do not want to miss! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

In this episode Ann-Marie DePalma joins the show to share her passion about all of the new technology being used in dentistry. She talks about artificial intelligence and machine learning and how that will impact our lives. Technology is ever evolving and dentistry needs to catch up! Ann-Marie's email address - [email protected]

Welcome back to this second part of the series as Katrina discusses how much bone loss must have actually occurred prior to being able to see it on the radiographs. With this information, how does that impact our diagnosis? 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/ Tonetti MS, Greenwell H, Kornman KS. Staging and grading of periodontitis: Framework andproposal of a new classification and case definition. J Periodontol. 2018; 89 (Suppl 1): S159-S172. Gehrig JS, WillmannDE, eds. Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist. 3rd ed.Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2011 Westphal CM, Weinberg MA, Froum SJ, Segelnick S, eds. Comprehensive Periodontics for theDental Hygienist. 4th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson; 2015

January signals a new start and some of us are carrying that over to career choice. Andrew is also starting at a new company this January and thought it might be a good idea to give some tips on how to start off well in the new office. Give this episode a listen and be sure to reach out if you have any additions or comments - [email protected] www.ataleoftwohygienists.com

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Debora Carrier, RDH and Jackie Sanders, RDH and they discuss medical emergency preparedness in light of the incredibly sad NFL event involving a player going into cardiac arrest after being hit. Luckily for Damar Hamlin, he received the proper medical attention and is expected to recover well. Would your patients be so lucky? In addition to CPR, they discuss things that they have seen and things they hope never to see in the dental office. If you are interested in taking Debora's CPR course - www.CEZoom.com and search Debora or CPR and her course will come up. Check out Jackie in RDH Magazine - https://www.rdhmag.com/ Debora's first episode with AToTH - https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/listen/a-tale-of-two-hygienists-episode-15/ Dental Hygiene Seminars - https://www.dhseminars.com/ https://www.voicesofdentistry.com/

This is part one of a two-part series in with Katrina Sanders in which she discusses the responses to a case posted on Instagram. The case, which we have all experienced, involved whether or not SRP was necessary for a patient with pocketing but no bone loss. What do you do? You listen to Katrina answer the question, that's what you do! 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/ Tonetti MS, Greenwell H, Kornman KS. Staging and grading of periodontitis: Framework andproposal of a new classification and case definition. J Periodontol. 2018; 89 (Suppl 1): S159-S172. Gehrig JS, WillmannDE, eds. Foundations of Periodontics for the Dental Hygienist. 3rd ed.Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer; 2011 Westphal CM, Weinberg MA, Froum SJ, Segelnick S, eds. Comprehensive Periodontics for theDental Hygienist. 4th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson; 2015

For this TIPisode, Andrew characteristically used all of his many failures in life to illustrate what NOT to do and also what TO do during slow times, downtime, or no shows. It isn't always our intention to appear like we are not team players, I think many of us are misunderstood and also that we misunderstand what else we can be doing to be productive. It generally isn't something they teach you in hygiene school so hopefully these tips help you out!

This week Andrew is joined by Teresa Duncan to give you all of the information you need for the new year regarding insurance! We also talk about new legislation in MA that forces insurances companies to spend more on their clients. Listen in so you don't miss a thing! Massachusetts legislation - https://www.ada.org/publications/ada-news/2022/december/massive-massachusetts-win-helps-set-stage-for-future-insurance-reform Teresa's website - https://www.odysseymgmt.com/

In this episode Katrina Sanders goes back, way back, back into time. She goes to ancient Egypt and discusses the discoveries of periodontal disease in mummies. She also relays other correlations like scurvy and type 1 diabetes. 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/

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!

Happy New Year, Happy 2023!!! In this episode Andrew welcomes Danielle Avila, RDH and Laura Bettencourt, RDH to the show to discuss how to stay engaged and what that can do for your career. We also discuss fear, growth, and burnout so check out what they have to say about it! If you are feeling burnt out, tired, fearful, or just looking for the next step and are interested in being coached, check out their website https://www.diamonddentalhcc.com Also from the intro, here is the link to the most amazing weekend of football ever! https://www.sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-football/news/ohio-state-georgia-live-score-highlights-college-football-playoff/tnwkemefedh6bc6opvp16lxr

This week we bring back two great episodes that Katrina did for us in 2022. One is about probing implants and the other is about the disease rates we are seeing, but not treating! Please go back and see what other episodes you could have missed by using the link below for all of our Fast Facts! Quotes: "Help me out, Dad. What is the percentage of individuals who have moderate to severe gingivitis? And that number is 27.6% of our patient population. That is according to my Midwest dad by the way." "And to clarify even more, the population of true individuals, of individuals who are adults, who do not have irreversible bone loss at this point, that percentage is 3.2%. So 3.2% of our patients are considered truly healthy patients." "For the first time, dental implants have been located in the mouth long enough to actually develop disease around them." "The vast majority of us were taught in dental and dental hygiene school to be very careful around dental implants." "When probing a dental implant, about 50% of the PSI or pressure that is typically used around a tooth structure should be applied to identify the base around a pocket affiliated with a dental implant." Links: 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: Eke, P. I., Zhang, X., Lu, H., Wei, L., Thornton-Evans, G., Greenlund, K. J., … Croft, J. B. (2016). Predicting Periodontitis at State and Local Levels in the United States. Journal of Dental Research, 95(5), 515–522. https://doi.org/10.1177/0022034516629112 Li, Y., Lee, S., Hujoel, P., Su, M., Zhang, W., Kim, J., ... & De Vizio, W. (2010). Prevalence and severity of gingivitis in American adults. American journal of dentistry, 23(1), 9. 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.

Join us for another RDH Rant takeover episode! We are joined by Anna Sventora, Heather Kirby and Lizz Bortolotti to talk about Holiday Office Parties. Links: RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

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/

On this TIPisode we are joined by return guest Erika Flateau, RDH, about co-diagnosing and how to implement this practice with your doctor/s. Consider setting up a co-diagnosing system in 2023 for improved efficiency and comprehensive care. www.renewconsultingservices.com [email protected]

On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Andrew is joined by return guest Dr. James Younger to talk about his work with homeless centers, mental health facilities, and correctional centers. Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. Get your CE for this episode HERE. Homeless Centers Mental Health Facilities Correctional Centers Permission-Based Care Links Temping Done Right with Dr. Younger Tempstars

On this week's episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of changes in 2023 coming to code D0210. Links: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Teresa Duncan Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Nobody Told Me That Podcast: https://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com/ Chew On This Podcast: https://chewonthisdentalpodcast.libsyn.com/

This week's TIPisode features Andrew Johnston, RDH as he has to make a decision to renew his ADHA membership for 2023 or not. Listen in to his pros and cons for renewing and his advice to all of those who are in the same boat!

On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Andrew is joined by guest co-host Teresa Duncan, MS to interview Elvis Dahl and Barbara Warner about dental laboratories. Elvis and Barbara dive into dental laboratories and what we as hygienists, need to know, and may WANT to know. As Andrew pointed out, "everything could be in our lane if we embrace it." Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. How Dental Labs Work Fast, Good or Cheap? Removables vs. Fixed Patient Education Labor Shortage Links [email protected] https://www.voicesfromthebench.com/ https://chewonthisdentalpodcast.libsyn.com/ https://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com/

This week on Fast Facts Perio Edition, we are unpacking a new research study that has come down discussing the Bidirectional associations between fibromyalgia and 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/ Ma, K. S. K., Lai, J. N., Veeravalli, J. J., Chiu, L. T., Van Dyke, T. E., & Wei, J. C. C. (2022). Fibromyalgia and periodontitis: bidirectional associations in population‐based 15‐year retrospective cohorts. Journal of Periodontology, 93(6), 877-887.

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/

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists, we deliver a highly requested episode in a roundtable format, recorded at ADA SmileCon. We are joined by An Chih Angela Do and Amber Lovatos to talk about their journeys of becoming dental speakers. On this episode, our guests get into the nitty gritty and FINALLY someone answers the question "How much should you be getting paid". Big thank you to our guests for their transparency and openness on this episode. Episode Highlights: - How our guests got started - ADHA & opportunities - Sponsorship - Getting a gig vs. getting paid for a gig - The blend: relatability and data - Finding your niche - Say no to minority mentality - Take it seriously, do your research and know your stuff - Marketing yourself - Consumer vs. professional influencers Links: The Latina RDH - Amber Lovatos Un Cuento De Dos Higienistas Dental Hygiene Spark The Pediatric RDH - An Chih Do The Try RDH - Shawna Greer

This week on Fast Facts Perio Edition, we are discussing what we understand about Periodontitis and its influence on dysbiosis of the gut microbiota. 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/ Bao, J., Li, L., Zhang, Y., Wang, M., Chen, F., Ge, S., ... & Yan, F. (2022). Periodontitis may induce gut microbiota dysbiosis via salivary microbiota. International Journal of Oral Science, 14(1), 1-11.

On this TIPisode Amber Auger, RDH talks to us about the effects of sugar on the body. Amber dives into the diabetes epidemic and shares about metabolic health and its impact on oral health. Amber is a practicing hygienist, international Speaker and creator of Thrive in the Op TM! Links http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/alleducation.php http://www.gcamerica.com Amber Auger: https://www.instagram.com/amberaugerrdh/

Have you ever been drawn to a beautiful clinic? What makes the space for the clinicians and the patients needs to be thought through. The aesthetics of a dental office are crucial to patient satisfaction. You want to reflect cleanliness without having a cold, sterile feel. Derrick Lai walks us through his process and what factors are important to consider when redesigning or building out a space. Something as simple as the lightbulbs you select is an important factor in the feel of the practice. Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. Episode Highlights Put yourself in the dentist, RDH, and patient shoes Dental Anxiety Lighting - Warm Light is your friend Artwork Faux pas Links Prop Architecture PROP Architecture Inc (@prop_architecture) • Instagram photos and videos Derrick Lai - LinkedIn

Let's continue the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a supplement known as Don Quai. 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.

Join us for another RDH Rant takeover episode! We are joined by Anna Sventora, Heather Kirby and Lizz Bortolotti to talk about Hygiene Hacks! Links: RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

Join Andrew and Dr. Mariela Padilla as they talk about what to do when a patient comes into your office with Orofacial Pain. Dr. Padilla talks about what you should be looking for with your patients, how to take them through an exam that takes a look at the patient as a whole person and last but certainly not least. Dr. Padilla talks to us about the ABCs - remember to, pay attention, believe, and collaborate! Dr. Padilla started her clinical practice as a general dentist in 1990 and then dedicated herself solely to Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders. Dr. Padilla assumed the direction of the Orofacial Pain Residency at USC in 2022. As the Director of Distance Learning and Telehealth at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, she designs programs and academic experiences for working professionals and contributes to learning innovation and teaching development. Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. Take the quiz for this episode HERE. Episode Highlights Prevalence Hero for patients Red Flags Intake and importance of descriptions Objective evidence Muscle evaluation Types of pain and correlations Hands first, mouth second ABCs (Pay Attention, Believe, Collaborate) Links HERMAN OSTROW SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY OF USC - Online Dental Programs

On this week's episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa dives into radiographs and how if not taken, and documented properly, how they can get you into trouble. Links: DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Teresa Duncan Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Nobody Told Me That Podcast: https://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com/ Chew On This Podcast: https://chewonthisdentalpodcast.libsyn.com/

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists' TIPisode we are joined by Bethany Montoya, RDH to talk about screening for sleep-disordered breathing. Bethany shares interview tactics and key indicators to look for in your patients. Contact Bethany: [email protected]

Join Andrew and guest co-host, Bethany Montoya, RDH as they interview Glenn T. Clark, DDS, MS. Dr. Clark is a Professor at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Dean for Distance Education, and the Director of the Online Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine program. In this episode, Dr. Clark gives us an overview of pain mapping and artificial intelligence highlighting how technology and rigid, well-structured data can help us make predictions about patient health outcomes and assist in patient diagnosis. Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. Take the quiz for this episode HERE. Episode Highlights Pain mapping Diagnosis The issue: Inconsistency Natural language processing Checkbox-based medical record system Expert opinion vs. data-based decision tree Links https://ostrowon.usc.edu/ 2023 AAOM Annual Conference A New Approach to Medical Diagnostic Decision Support - Fireside Chat with Dr. Gerald Loeb Future Meetings - AAOP

This week we are loving up on Thanksgiving once again, this time talking about a favorite dessert, and that is of course pumpkin pie. Who doesn't love it when your waistband is so stretched out from that fabulous Thanksgiving dinner and yet you still find a little bit more room for a tiny little slice of pumpkin pie? Today we discuss pumpkin, and the effects of pumpkin on the periodontium. Quotes: "In fact, pumpkin is extremely dense in vitamin A. We know that vitamin A plays a critical role in being able to create sustainability in health in the oral cavity. In fact, vitamin A plays a key role in the maintenance of our oral epithelium." "We actually found conclusively in this study that pumpkin seed oil is a potent anti-inflammatory agent that can be used topically for the treatment of gingivitis without any subsequent side effects." 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/ Moynihan, P., & RPHNutr, S. R. D. (2008). Update on nutrition and periodontal disease. inflammation, 6,7.Othman, A. A., Saleh, M. F., & Saleh, T. M. (2019). The Anti Inflammatory Effect of Pumpkin Seeds Oil in Treatment of Gingivitis; Clinical Study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development,10(10).

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 grip, pinch force, and the importance of evaluating our HVE unit and how we use it. This TIPisode is sponsored by Air Techniques! Learn more about their products at https://www.airtechniques.com/en/ Stephanie Botts: https://www.posturepros.net/

On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we recorded live at ADA SmileCon. Big thank you to ADA for inviting us to be a part of their podcasting lounge and giving us the space to interview the AMAZING return guest, and friend of AToTH Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz. Dr. Pam talks to us about what makes a DREAM practice for dental hygienists. Special thank you to Erika Flateau for co-hosting this episode! Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. MidRoll: 29:58.818 Episode Highlights Dr. Pam's background What is a prosthodontist? Mentorship Dream practice for hygienists Practice game-changers GBT Involving the hygienist Production and metrics Patient experience Links Pamela Maragliano, DMD (@drpamela_maragliano) • Instagram photos and videos https://www.dentaleconomics.com/ Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz | Prosthetic & Cosmetic Dentistry in Salem, MA SenoritaDiente_the_cav

"Thankful for Turkey: What we know about Turkey & Periodontitis" Fast Facts: Perio Edition Thanksgiving is upon us, and we'd be remiss to celebrate Turkey and not talk about what we understand about Turkey and periodontitis. Today's, Fast Facts Perio edition looks at some of the associations between the consumption of turkey or poultry and what that dietary pattern means for periodontitis. Quotes: "Well, what we found in this massive study, almost 3000 individuals with varying stages of periodontitis, was that when these individuals adhered and strongly adhered to either the DASH diet or the Mediterranean diet, that we saw changes in their periodontitis levels." "So slice one more piece of turkey this Thanksgiving knowing that you're helping to address any potential periodontal inflammation in the oral cavity." 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/ Resource: Altun E, Walther C, Borof K, Petersen E, Lieske B, Kasapoudis D, Jalilvand N, Beikler T, Jagemann B, Zyriax BC, Aarabi G. Association between Dietary Pattern and Periodontitis - A Cross -Sectional Study. Nutrients. 2021 Nov 21;13(11):4167. doi: 10.3390/nu13114167. PMID: 34836422; PMCID: PMC8621734. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/dash-eating-plan

On this TIPisode, Amber Auger, RDH talks to us about the science behind gratitude! We are thrilled to report that as always, we believe in providing you with the science, and in this TIPisode, Amber does just that highlighting 3 easy things you can do to increase your gratitude, daily. Amber and A Tale of Two Hygienists are grateful for GC America. Their support of the podcast and hygienists around the world does not go unnoticed, and if you haven't explored their preventative line of products yet, you need to! Amber is a practicing hygienist, international Speaker and creator of Thrive in the Op TM! Links http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/alleducation.php http://www.gcamerica.com Amber Auger: https://www.instagram.com/amberaugerrdh/

On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we are joined by Dr. Alex Sharp and Lead Hygienist Tommy Tipton to talk about the bigger picture behind co-diagnosing and how doing so creates the IDEAL practice for hygienists and doctors alike! Special thank you to returning guest Brooke Crouch for co-hosting this episode! 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. Take the CE course for this episode here. Episode Highlights Dr. Sharp and Tommy's Journey The Big Picture Ideal Purpose of the Hygienist in Daily Practice Monthly Treatment Review Longterm Growth vs. Short-Term Success Metrics Links Shared Practices: https://sharedpractices.libsyn.com/