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In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley is joined by a DSO HR Director, Maribeth Beatty, who shares her valuable insights into the Human Resources aspects of a DSO. Episode Highlights: Maribeth’s background and her journey to her current role Her two important criteria when looking to join a company Maribeth’s role in supporting the DSO Enlightening others about DSOs Quotes: “Primarily, we are here to provide our offices tools, training and resources to help their practice and their leaders still run the practice on their own.” “A big part of your role is creating a culture.” “Providing a ‘wow’ experience for our team members who in turn then, you know, provide that ‘wow’ experience for our patients.” “The bottom line is really, you know, hiring people that do align with those core values.” “We’re not here to dictate policies and procedures but rather provide them tools and best practices to lead them to success.” “They’re always going to have a network of support to lean on.” “We want experiences that rise above the everyday…moments that make us feel engaged, joyful, and amazed.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 The Association of Dental Support Organizations homepage: https://www.theadso.org/

Show Notes: This week, on the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity welcomes Dr. Matt Allen back to the show to continue their discussion about Health Equity and to focus on tools that can be used by the oral health care team to address this equity. Episode Highlights: Dr. Allen’s review of the philosophy behind health equity ‘Equity’ and ‘equality’ ‘Motivational interviewing’ and ‘shared decision making’ ‘Cure’ and ‘Care’ Quotes: “That word ‘equality’ has lots of different meanings.” “Respect for the autonomy of the other person.” “’Cure’ is impatient sometimes and it kind of addresses the outcome, whereas ‘care’ kind of addresses the process, and simply being with people and that can be really healing…’cure’ can become offending instead of liberating.” “What really will guide us towards what is going to be a successful outcome for someone is their values and their preferences.” “They might be making a decision that’s different than one that we might make, but is that helping that person flourish?” “Finding a different framework in which we can operate that will help us say ‘I can let go’…that is an important thing for us as practitioners as well.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 M David MI homepage: http://mdavidmi.com/ Matt’s email: [email protected]

Joyce Moore, Clinical Instructor at the Department of Dental Hygiene at Bristol Community College, and OSAP’s 2019 Emerging Infection Control Leader Award recipient, joins Michelle for this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee. Joyce shares with listeners some insights into Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), the topic she will be speaking about at this year’s Dental Infection Control Boot Camp. Episode Highlights: PPE best practices The value of attending the Boot Camp Common PPE mistakes Quotes: “It’s not just knowing that we need to do it, it’s knowing how to do it correctly.” “I’m a geek when it comes to this, and I’m so thankful that people have the same passion.” “This is my tribe, these are my people.” “I call that the ‘chin bra’.” “It may be common out there, you know, in photos, but may not be the best practice for the real world.” “Sometimes they don’t know what they don’t know.” “You can’t get all this knowledge while you’re busy working in a practice.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Your Dental Passion, Laura discusses the importance of effective communication, offers practical strategies to help achieve it, and highlights some barriers to avoid or overcome in the process. Episode Highlights: Laura’s role and observations as a Clinical Operations Coach Effective communication skills and tips Barriers to effective communication Quotes: “Some of the girls were struggling with their love and their drive for dental, and what I found is a lot of it was with their communication.” “The big thing is being effective with your communication and being a good listener.” “When we’re communicating, it’s more than just an exchanging of information…It’s more of understanding the emotion and the intention behind the information.” “Stress and being out of control emotionally are some big things that will affect us from being not an effective communicator.” “When we get frustrated with people at work, every little thing they do, you are like nit-picking…and then you kind of feel they’re doing it intentionally when they might not be.” “Set aside that judgment and withhold blame and criticism.” “Everybody deserves the same amount of respect, no matter what your role is, no matter how much you get paid, no matter how much experience you have.” “You need to be able to hold each other accountable, and…you need to be able to take that corrective criticism…that is how we grow.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

In this week’s episode of the Reflection Health Podcast, Katy and Machell wrap up their series about ‘inflammation’ by looking at root causes of systemic disease as well as some treatment suggestions. Episode Highlights: The ‘gut health’ component The impact of stress on our health The importance of finding the right health team to work with Endocrine disruptors Quotes: “Maybe they’re so miserable they don’t know what’s it’s like to be happy because they hurt all the time.” “I think stress is the number one cause of systemic diseases.” “My body hurt, my gut was a mess, I couldn’t sleep. It affected every area in my life.” “We’re seeing a huge amount of people with fertility problems and a big part of that is coming from these endocrine disruptors.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Productive Dentist Academy homepage: https://productivedentist.com/ Katy’s email: [email protected] Machell’s email: [email protected] EWG Healthy Living App homepage: https://www.ewg.org/apps/

In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley is joined by Jeremy Moeller, a National Accounts Sales Manager for Dentsply Sirona, to talk about the vendor and manufacturer side of partnering with DSOs. Episode Highlights: Jeremy’s role within Dentsply Sirona and how they help DSOs Similarities and differences between private practice and DSOs from the manufacturing perspective Best practices to support DSOs with their formularies The evolution of the DSO world with manufacturer partnerships over the years The 2 key challenges that DSOs face Quotes: “Our goal is really to deliver comprehensive oral health solutions to support the clinical and operational success of our partners.” “In a DSO you really need to systemize your procedures and your products that you use across different locations which really helps when you’re training new team members.” “There was this real misnomer that DSOs were just dental mills.” “I don’t think there’s any greater risk for most DSOs than not fully abiding by infection control guidelines. All it takes is one disgruntled employee to leave and try to be a whistle-blower and that office is going to be shut down.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 The Association of Dental Support Organizations homepage: https://www.theadso.org/ Dentsply Sirona homepage: https://www.dentsplysirona.com/en-us Jeremy’s contact information: (C) 630-650-6610 (Email) [email protected]

This week, on the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity begins her month long series focusing on Health Equity by speaking with Dr. Matt Allen about its definition and the philosophy behind it. Episode Highlights: Dr. Allen’s professional roles His definition of dental health equity The philosophical concepts involved in health equity The shift from health education to the patient centered approach over the years Quotes: “Mostly, what I get to do right now is to help people think about what it means to talk with patients and build relationships with patients and how that impacts health.” “One of the things that we work really hard on in equity is ensuring a just distribution of opportunities and social goods…that are able to help people achieve health.” “Oftentimes what can happen is that, when we do that, people can take that as a form of disrespect.” “Instead of doing things for people, what would it look like for us to do things with people?” “Those traditional methods just don’t work out that well.” “We want to prevent disease much more that we want to treat it.” “We all want to help people get healthy.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 M David MI homepage: http://mdavidmi.com/ Matt’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, Jessica Wilson, the International Business Development Manager for Instrument Management Systems and Infection Prevention at Hu-Friedy and member of the OSAP Board of Directors, joins Michelle to talk about the importance of hand hygiene. Episode Highlights: How Jessica became involved in OSAP Jessica’s Boot Camp session regarding Hand Hygiene Some hand hygiene tips Common questions and misunderstandings about hand hygiene Quotes: “Take your phone out and set your timer, and make sure that you wash for 20 seconds.” “Are you kidding me? We wear gloves – what’s the big deal?” “In general, as a standard for health care providers, we should not have any type of artificial nails.” “With hand hygiene, you should have written protocols to where you can provide that to a new employee regardless of where they worked before.” “Besides the thermostat, infection control is the most debated topic in any dental practice today…there’s so much education that still needs to be done!” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected] Hu-Friedy homepage: https://www.hu-friedy.com/

In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Your Dental Passion, Laura shares details and a hearty recommendation of ‘No More “Hygiene”’, a course offered by the ToPS Institute (Total Patient Service), which she attended recently. Episode Highlights: The ‘No More “Hygiene”’ course and its emphasis on whole body health Testing for bacteria How to start conversations with your patients about their health Quotes: “Essentially, this is about treating your patient’s whole health.” “It’s just not a sign of gum issues, it plays a role in so many other chronic diseases.” “Seven of those eleven bacteria that they are testing for are scaling-resistant!” “They’re probably not healing because we’re not actually treating the actual bacteria that’s happening in their body”. “This is the only diagnosis procedure that provides information on the cause of the bacteria.” “The offices that are utilizing this are seeing amazing results.” “Everybody’s different and they have a unique genetic susceptibility to the disease.” “You guys know when a lot of dental people get together it just really builds your passion.” “It just kind of enlightened us, and sparked that fire for us again.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 ToPS Insitute’s No More “Hygiene” homepage: https://totalpatientservice.com/seminars/no-more-hygiene/

In this week’s episode of the Reflection Health Podcast, Katy and Machell continue their series about ‘inflammation’ by looking at the prevention and treatment of oral inflammation. Episode Highlights: Recognizing and healing wounds in the mouth Biofilms and bacterial disruption The importance of communicating with patients and having them ‘own’ prevention and treatment Quotes: “It is absolutely impossible to talk treatment without discussing that systemic link.” “Anytime you have inflammation, redness, bleeding, any of those things - that’s infection, that’s an open wound.” “These biofilms are like ant hills.” “You have to disrupt the biofilms everywhere each time.” “That home care component is every bit if not more important than what we’re doing.” “In a lot of people’s cases…their life is at risk!” “Up to 50% of heart attack and stroke is due to oral pathogens.” “Just start talking to your patients, just start communicating.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Productive Dentist Academy homepage: https://productivedentist.com/ Katy’s email: [email protected] Machell’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley is joined by Misty Mattingly, Vice President and Director of Hygiene at Sage Dental, to discuss the many different ways in which hygienists are supported by DSOs. Episode Highlights: Misty’s academic and professional history Misty’s ‘day to day’ in her current role Some of the challenges in her role Misty’s key message about the value of DSOs Quotes: “I find it’s really been a home and a place that I feel that I can make the biggest difference.” “To be able to…help mentor and nurture other hygienists in their careers…that to me is the greatest part of what I do daily.” “Sometimes it’s like changing somebody’s religion.” “It’s also the most rewarding part…when you have that epiphany and that break through and they really get it.” “In the DSO world, they were just really open to the challenges of being a single mom.” “It allows people to have that work-life balance that sometimes you don’t have in private practice.” “In the DSOs, all of them are really good at educating their hygienists and keeping those standards up to par…they keep them up to date.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 The Association of Dental Support Organizations homepage: https://www.theadso.org/

This week, on the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity is joined by Dr. Eli Schwarz, Chair of Community Dentistry at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), who shares his perspective on what academia is doing to promote public health and population based care. Episode Highlights: Dr. Schwarz’s professional history His primary role currently and what he is working to accomplish Dr. Schwarz’s opinion on the biggest change in dental student education over his career How dental students are being prepared to be trauma-informed care providers Quotes: “Unfortunately, dental public health and the other subjects in the dental school are still relatively ‘siloed’.” “It’s almost like a capstone project…where they suddenly see the light, if you will, where they understand what public health means in reality.” “We see some very serious crises in society, like the opioid crisis, which is obviously linked both to social determinants of health and also to provider behaviors.” “During my career…I’ve almost seen it all, and I’m sort of very optimistic at the moment.” “The general oral health situation in the country has actually improved…but clearly, there are still some challenges.” “Many of our students…have actually never met individuals that come from very diverse backgrounds.” “That’s probably a weak point for us.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OHSU homepage: https://www.ohsu.edu/

In this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, Dr. John Molinari returns to discuss the controversies currently surrounding vaccines, and to provide his perspective on the value of the Dental Infection Boot Camp. Episode Highlights: The reasons behind the current controversies over vaccines The value of attending the Dental Infection Control Boot Camp How to get ideas from the Boot Camp implemented in your practice Quotes: “I think people don’t realize that the vaccines aren’t only just to protect you, but they’re to protect your loved ones as well.” “The number of cases has dropped so dramatically, a lot of people have forgotten about the infections, and certainly forgot about the deaths…then they focus on the rare adverse effects of the vaccine.” “If it is not 100% perfect, I don’t want it for my child.” “You find that you’re not alone.” “There’s a lot of folks out there that just don’t know what they don’t know.” “I have people who are very happy to talk to the Dentist one-on-one…and to further explain and answer questions.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Your Dental Passion, Laura discusses recommending treatment and products, without fear, to patients. Episode Highlights: The importance of finding out the patient’s primary interest/concerns Offering the patient your observations, your concerns, and your recommended solution The importance of dental professionals recommending treatment and products to their patients Quotes: “I hear a lot, ‘I’m not in the sales industry’.” “If I were in your shoes, this is what I would recommend for you.” “Ultimately, we’re leaving the decision up to them.” “We feel that we would rather treat our patients, and supervise their own neglect, than them go somewhere else, and someone not inform them or let them know that whatever they’re doing is okay.” “We are the best ones to be able to give them products that they are going to benefit the most from.” “It’s almost like an insurance policy, right, for all the work that they’re having done in the office…don’t think of it as selling, you’re recommending.” “They trust you and you were there to recommend and provide the best products for them.” “Let’s look at the entire person…this is what will make a difference, you’ll make more of a connection, and that’s where your love is going to start to come back for your patient.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

In this week’s episode of the Reflection Health Podcast, Katy and Machell continue their series about ‘inflammation’ by looking at testing for it in the mouth and systemically in the body. Episode Highlights: Types of testing available Using a microscope in your practice The importance of this testing Quotes: “You just saying that makes me giddy!” “With one finger prick, I get to check multiple things.” “We can’t maintain healthy tissues if our blood sugar is not regulated.” “So many people do not know that they have diabetes.” “If we don’t know what we’re dealing with, we don’t know how to treatment plan for them.” “We have to get out of just treating the mouth.” “Oral disease causes heart attack and stroke, and so many other systemic diseases.” “We love taking care of our patients!” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Productive Dentist Academy homepage: https://productivedentist.com/ Katy’s email: [email protected] Machell’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley interviews one of her most favorite people in the world, Tammy Filipiak, about her experience with DSOs particularly in her current role as Vice President of Clinical Development and Compliance Officer for Mid-West Dental. Episode Highlights: Tammy’s definition of a DSO The story of Tammy’s journey to her current role Mid-West Dental’s DSO model The biggest myth about DSOs according to Tammy Quotes: “The creation of the DSO…is really what allows clinicians to focus their time on treating patients.” “There isn’t a Drive-Thru window in any one of our practices.” “There’s a lot of systems that we put in place that really build the foundation for us to pretty confidently say we’re meeting the…requirements that are expected of us as practitioners.” “Tell me what your frame of reference is for asking that.” “I don’t particularly like the word ‘corporate’…I think the word has a lot of different connotations.” “I absolutely love…practicing with a different side of my brain.” “We’re all trying to…lift each other up.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 The Association of Dental Support Organizations homepage: https://www.theadso.org/

In this week’s episode of the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity interviews Dr. Beth Mertz, Dental Sociologist, Health Services and Dental Policy Researcher and Professor at University of California, San Francisco, about public health from the workforce perspective. Episode Highlights: Dr. Mertz’s journey to her current position Her definition of the Oral Health Team Different Oral Health Workforce Policy issues Quotes: “If you put the patient in the middle and you think about who is helping that person achieve optimal oral health – the team really is anybody that’s interacting with that patient.” “United States really has a free market approach to the production of these professionals…this is clearly fraught with many problems.” “We have a huge number of dental health professional shortage areas in the country.” “What we really have is a maldistribution problem.” “Those folks who are working in the more public side of the market are very busy, they’re overwhelmed…and for those that are working on the private side of the market, they’re not really busy enough.” “When you look at the scope of practice, some states allow Dental Hygienists fully to work to the top of their scope, and other states restrict them in ways that are entirely not evidence-based.” “Places with more restrictive scope…the state actually has poorer oral health.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Oral Health Workforce Research Center homepage: http://www.oralhealthworkforce.org/ Healthforce Center at UCSF homepage: https://healthforce.ucsf.edu/ American Dental Association Health Policy Institute homepage: https://www.ada.org/en/science-research/health-policy-institute Dr. Mertz’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, OSAP Board Member and Chair of OSAP’s Dental Infection Control Boot Camp, Karen Gregory, joins Michelle to share some in-depth information about the Boot Camp. Episode Highlights: A description of Boot Camp and how it got started The difference between OSHA Training and the training received at Boot Camp The topics covered at the upcoming Boot Camp in January and how to register for it Quotes: “Speaker after speaker would walk us through the basics of safety, both as it related to workers, but also to patients.” “A marvelous opportunity to learn and connect.” “When they’re doing the OSHA training, they’re only talking about employee safety…we’re not even getting into patient safety.” “[Boot Camp Training] addresses those issues so that when a patient leaves, we can be assured that we have not shared with them a disease that they didn’t come in the door with.” “You want to be on the top of your game, and I think this Boot Camp prepares you for that.” “When patients come in, they want to know what you’re doing to keep them safe.” “Especially those soccer moms out there, they’re going to tell all their other soccer mom friends, ‘Let me tell you about this dental practice’, so I think that generates new patient referrals as well.” “We had attendees from 46 different states and 23 different countries!” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Your Dental Passion, Laura builds on information provided in earlier episodes, presenting even more ways to help keep your dental passion growing and to rebuild it to where it once was. Episode Highlights: The importance of being efficient, effective and productive in the office Scheduling for patients The impact of having quality equipment and instruments in the office Quotes: “You kind of go in with a bad attitude about it because you might be unprepared for what’s coming.” “When I’m seeing those patients, I have more interaction, I’m on a schedule, it’s flowing, I don’t have a lot of down time…I just remember why I got into it.” “If we have more happy patients…I feel this is a huge thing that will make us happier.” “We have a lot of patients that don’t like coming to the dentist, they have this negative attitude, and it gets old after a while, right?” “If you can see all of those patients with the appropriate amount of time with great instruments and tools and all that type of equipment, you know, those are the things that are going to keep that passion growing.” “That passion dies, and then I see you on Facebook...and you’re wondering what you can do to get out of hygiene because you hate it so much.” “Today is your opportunity to build the tomorrow you want.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

In this week’s episode of the Reflection Health Podcast, Katy and Machell start their series on ‘inflammation’ by looking at the oral-systemic link involved, highlighting the impact of pathogens spreading throughout the rest of the body. Episode Highlights: The 5 major environmental factors causing inflammation How inflammation presents in the body, especially the mouth How pathogens, especially Porphyromonas gingivalis (Pg), affect the body The role Candida plays in inflammation Machell’s book recommendation: ‘The Shift’ by Dr. Dewitt Wilkerson Quotes: “Gut health is associated with everything.” “We could even say that in our mouth we have leaky mouth, leaky gums, just like leaky gut.” “Our responsibility as clinicians…is to know how to educate, how to look for these signs of inflammation, and how to educate and treat our patients.” “Those joints are riddled with Pg, bacteria from the mouth – I mean, that shocks our patients when we tell them!” “What you’re finding in the mouth is found in the rest of the body.” “One of the key points here…today is to work towards making sure that these environments are balanced.” “Your body cannot be healthy if your mouth is not healthy.” “This stuff gets us so excited!” “We could literally have a podcast-a-thon for like 38 hours on just inflammation!” “We want to get our patients healthy and keep them there forever because that’s where real quality of life starts.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Productive Dentist Academy homepage: https://productivedentist.com/ Katy’s email: [email protected] Machell’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley speaks with Tamara Davis, the director of operations for Maya Dental Services, who shares her experience with transitioning to a DSO and helping others do the same. Episode Highlights: Tamara’s background with DSOs and how she became the Director of Operations for Maya Dental Services Dealing with the “fear of the unknown” when transitioning to a DSO How Maya Dental Services DSO model puts patient care first Quotes: “There's a lot of good things that happen when your dentist will join a DSO there's a lot of value that's brought there and if you can kind of hang on and check it out and see what happens, I think you'd be pleasantly surprised on the other side of it, that it can be a really awesome experience” “So we really look for practices that are doing well and provide awesome patient care. That's really our number one goal. And once we find those those dentist, we really want them to stick around with us.” “[Hygienists are] going to encounter the DSO model at some level. So it's inevitable. It's happening. And I would say to be on the lookout for that.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

In this week’s episode of the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Melissa Freeman, Director of Strategic Projects at the Oregon Community Foundation (OCF), joins Sharity to share her view on dental public health with a focus from a policy advocacy and philanthropic perspective. Episode Highlights: Melissa’s professional history as it pertains to her current role The structure and role of the OCF The three prongs of the OCF’s 5-year children’s dental health initiative Some of OCF’s other initiatives over the years The role of policy advocacy and philanthropy in organized dentistry Quotes: “We ended up funding 15 different organizations to run these programs, and over 5 years were able to have these programs serve schools in 22 of Oregon’s 36 counties.” “It’s not as easy as we would have hoped!” “Pretty quickly, we determined that we should fund research projects and that we needed more leadership at the state level.” “Philanthropy can help go to where the students are, or the adults are…and try to connect them back to a dentist’s office.” “How can we best meet the needs of our various populations?” “Reach out to the providers – they often know what they need help with and don’t always have the resources.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Oregon Community Foundation homepage: https://oregoncf.org/ Melissa’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, Michelle interviews Dr. John Molinari, one of the founding members of OSAP, who shares the story of how OSAP began and the critical role it continues to play in promoting infection control in dentistry. Episode Highlights: The history of OSAP The important role of dental companies, manufacturers and distributors play in supporting OSAP The early struggle to introduce infection control recommendations in dentistry Why medical regulations, recommendations, and guidelines are being applied to dentistry Quotes: “People were concerned about AIDS in the early ‘80s – Hepatitis B was always the problem, but people were really scared about AIDS.” “Early on, and for many years…the companies, the manufacturers, the distributors, really carried us, but allowed us to go out to spread the message, and it was a great partnership.” “We needed to impress the administrators that infection control was worth the investment.” “Sometimes they would use one pair of gloves all morning, maybe all day, because that was what they had.” “I want it to be known, or to be remembered, that the student group in the American Association of Dental Schools, they were one of the groups that was really responsible for pushing the early infection control recommendations.” “They were actually treating known AIDS patients before a number of the schools thought they were.” “You are seeing patients who are infected, you just don’t know it.” “I’m so proud of what dentistry has accomplished over the years.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected]

In this week’s episode of Rebuilding Your Passion for Dental, Laura looks at how to be more effective, efficient and productive in your office, offering valuable tips which she has learned throughout her many years of experience. Episode Highlights: The importance of having the office work together as a team and maintaining positive relationships Laura’s tips for increasing effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity Quotes: “You guys know that as an office, we are all a team so we have to work together, so there is no ‘This is what I do, this is my job, and I don’t do that’, because otherwise the office would fall apart.” “I know for a lot of my patients, if they could get whatever they could done in one visit, they would.” “You need to take ownership of your schedule.” “You cannot complain and bitch about all of this stuff…when you are not willing to step up and help out.” “We all make mistakes guys, and we are a team, so helping each other out is key to being effective throughout the day.” “Our patients love for us to stay on time, so that is huge to being efficient and being productive throughout your day.” “Let’s ‘wow’ our patients.” “Putting being effective and efficient together is going to make us productive.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

In this week’s episode of the Reflection Health Podcast, Katy and Machell discuss the importance of nutrition for oral health and whole body health in their patients, themselves and everyone else! Episode Highlights: Nutrition recommendations from our hosts Bad oils vs. good oils The dangers of sugar The importance of organic whole foods The health benefits of ashwagandha Quotes: “Sugar is more addictive than cocaine.” “What we eat is either feeding disease or it’s feeding health.” “I would much rather somebody drink a regular soda than a diet soda. That stuff is so toxic.” “The same amount of time it takes to go through a drive-thru, you can prepare and cook your dinner at home, and it’s healthy and it’s whole food.” “Keep it simple people!” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Cook Once, Eat All Week homepage: https://fedandfit.com/cook-once-eat-all-week/

In this week’s episode of “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley”, Ashley speaks with Justin Clements, a DSO Regional Operations Leader, who shares his extensive knowledge of and experience with DSOs while also exploring the future of DSOs and the greatest myth about them. Episode Highlights: Justin’s background with DSOs and his responsibilities as a Regional Operations Leader The DSO model at True Family Dental The future growth of DSOs The greatest myth about DSOs Quotes: “I’m kind of a glorified trainer in a sense…working to build a culture where the team members can enjoy coming to work.” “The mantra I like to lead with…is ’Team members first’.” “When the team members are happy, that shows clearly to the patients, and ultimately the patients end up having a far superior experience.” “Learning how to adapt and work with each one of those types to make that practice as patient-centered and as clinically successful as possible.” “In a private practice, it can be the Wild West with no compliance, no oversight.” “At the end of the day, I think we do a much better job, from a DSO standpoint, of adhering to Federal, State Regulations.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Show Notes: In this week’s episode of the Protecting our Public Health Podcast, Sharity introduces listeners to Dr. Bob Russell, Iowa’s Public Health Dental Director, who shares his view on Dental Public Health, as well as the focus from a government perspective. Episode Highlights: Dr. Russell’s professional history Dr. Russell’s current role and the qualities that are necessary for such a role What to expect when working in a government position The keys to Dr. Russell’s success and his advice for others interested in dental administration Some current initiatives involving Dr. Russell’s staff Quotes: “As my position now, I can…have tens of thousands of people treated because I multiply my efforts because of the programs that we sponsor.” “It takes a team to get anything done.” “You can get frustrated to the point that things aren’t happening quickly. You have to refine your strategies, you have to be patient, and you have to look for those opportunities, and when they come, be ready.” “I consider myself basically a Johnny Appleseed – my job is to drop seeds everywhere, and some ground’s fertile, some ground nothing grows, but you would be amazed later on when you do see the fruit of the work…that’s the excitement.” “You’ve got to be in it for the long haul.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 Iowa Bureau of Oral and Health Delivery Systems homepage: http://idph.iowa.gov/ohds Dr. Russell’s email: [email protected]

Welcome to The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, where each week Michelle, the Executive Director of OSAP (Organization for Safety, Asepsis and Prevention), will be bringing you infection control tips and information to make you a safer practicing clinician. In this first episode, the only one in the series without a guest, Michelle provides an overview of OSAP and offers a glimpse into what listeners can expect to learn in future episodes. Episode Highlights: The inspiration provided by the ‘A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast’ The important role that OSAP plays in dentistry Topics that will be covered in upcoming episodes Quotes: “OSAP has access to great subject matter experts in dental infection prevention and patient safety.” “There is a lot that I still need to learn, so I will ask the questions that you many of you want to know.” “In many ways I believe we’ve been dentistry’s best kept secret.” “Oh my goodness, the arguments that are happening out there in the Facebook world about ‘paper up’ or ‘paper down’!” “Let’s work together to make every dental visit a safe dental visit.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429 OSAP’s homepage: https://www.osap.org/ A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast homepage: https://offthecusppodcast.libsyn.com/ Michelle Lee’s email: [email protected]

Welcome to the Rebuilding Your Passion for Dental Podcast with Laura Mordica, bringing you inspiration to take your dental career to the next level. In this first episode, Laura introduces herself and what she hopes to accomplish with this podcast. Episode Highlights: Laura’s professional history Laura’s goals for the podcast Some topics covered in upcoming episodes Quotes: “My big goal is getting back your love for dental.” “Sometimes our patients aren’t the nicest or the happiest, and that can go for some of our team members as well.” “It just sucks that love that we once had for dental, that, you know, we all were just so excited about when we went to hygiene school, or were accepted, or, you know, got our first dental job.” “Believe me guys, we’ve all been there, the grass is not always greener on the other side.” “I’m so excited to start this journey with all of you.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Welcome to the Reflection Health Podcast with Katy Cameron and Machell Hudson, the show that brings you words of wellness each week. In this opening episode, our hosts introduce themselves and the passion they have for their work, and provide a preview of what’s to come in future episodes. Episode Highlights: Katy and Machell’s personal and professional histories The oral-systemic connection and whole body health Some of the topics which will be covered in upcoming episodes Quotes: “If you don’t have your health, then you don’t have anything at all.” “The disease that she had didn’t kill her; it was the doctoring and the shoeboxes full of prescription medications that she was taking that had failed her.” “Being passionate about really giving better care to the patients…not just focusing in on the mouth, but looking at their whole body.” “We are true nurturers…we have such an opportunity every hour to help change someone’s life.” “A quote that I love: ‘All I ever wanted was to help people, love them, lift them up, spread some joy.’…That’s really what all of us should seek out.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

The “Discovering DSOs with Ashley McCauley” podcast brings a fresh understanding on Dental Support Organizations (DSOs) every week. In this first episode, Ashley welcomes listeners to the podcast and offers an overview of DSOs as well as the topics she’ll be discussing in future episodes. Episode Highlights: An overview of DSOs Who would benefit most from this podcast Quotes: “We’re striving to have that work/life balance.” “A DSO allows [Dentists] to focus on the Dentistry and allow experts to do other things on the business side.” “DSOs really delineate between the management functions and the clinical functions.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

Welcome to the first episode of the Protecting our Public Health Podcast with Sharity Ludwig which, each week, will bring you effective ways to improve the public's health. In this episode, Sharity introduces both herself and what listeners can expect from future episodes. Episode Highlights: Sharity’s personal and professional history Topics that will be covered in upcoming episodes The various aspects of Dental Public Health Quotes: “It was great to see them build relationships with the patients and see them improve their oral health.” “This also aligned with my personal beliefs as a Dental Hygienist since we are truly about trying to have primary prevention and disease management.” “I got to a point where, if I didn’t have to clean another tooth for six months, I would have been ecstatic.” “Please…reach out to me so we can learn and grow in our professions together.” Links: The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel Two homepage: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dental-podcast-networks-channel-two/id1478530429

You are listening to Protecting our Public Health Podcast with Sharity Ludwig - bringing you effective ways to improve the public's health every Monday on the Dental Podcast Network Channel 1. Brought to you by the creators of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

You are listening to The Official OSAP Podcast with Michelle Lee, bringing you infection control tips and information to make you a safer practicing clinician every Friday on the Dental Podcast Network Channel 1. Brought to you by the creators of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast.

You are listening to the Rebuilding Your Passion for Dental Podcast with Laura Mordica, bringing you inspiration to take your dental career to the next level every Thursday on the Dental Podcast Network Channel 1. Brought to you by the creators of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast.

You are listening to Reflection Health Podcast with Katy Cameron and Machell Hudson, bringing you words of wellness every Wednesday on the Dental Podcast Network Channel 1. Brought to you by the creators of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast.

You are listening to the Discovering DSO’s Podcast with Ashley McCauley, bringing a fresh understanding on Dental Support Organizations every Tuesday on the Dental Podcast Network Channel 1. Brought to you by the creators of A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast.

This is our intro episode to the new Dental Podcasting Channel One!