RDH Magazine Podcast

For the final episode of the RDH Magazine Podcast, the roles are reversed as DentistryIQ editor-in-chief Andrew Johnston sits down with RDH Magazine chief editor Jackie Sanders. After three years behind the microphone interviewing dental professionals, Jackie takes the other seat to reflect on the career that brought her from clinical dental hygiene to corporate dentistry, publishing, and eventual...

With just one episode remaining after this one, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston take some time to reflect on the RDH Magazine Podcast, their years of working together, and what comes next. They look back at how their paths in dental hygiene, podcasting, and publishing came together and share why bringing different experiences, relationships, and perspectives to RDH Magazine and DentistryIQ has...

AI-generated content is becoming harder to recognize, and polished writing does not always mean accurate or useful information. In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Amelia DeStefano to discuss the rise of “AI slop” and what it means for dental professionals who rely on online content to stay informed. They explore some of the warning signs that content may have been he...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Jill Sirko, PhD, cofounder of KaiAvora Health, to discuss the challenge of translating research into information clinicians and patients can actually use. Jill shares her unconventional path from studying medieval literature and systems of power to working in health care, patient advocacy, and oral health research. She explains how...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with dental hygienist Andrew Lee to discuss the growing role dental hygienists can play in identifying potential airway and sleep concerns. Andrew shares how his more than 20 years in clinical practice led him to look beyond the traditional hygiene appointment and explore how dental professionals can better recognize signs such as bruxis...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Catrice Opichka during RDH Under One Roof to discuss the ethical decisions dental professionals make every day, often without realizing they are ethical decisions at all. The conversation moves beyond obvious examples such as fraud or intentional  misconduct and examines the smaller choices involving documentation, diagnosis, treatm...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Kerry Lepicek during RDH Under One Roof to discuss her unexpected glaucoma diagnosis, the rapid vision loss that followed, and how the experience changed both her personal life and her approach to patient care. Kerry shares the importance of trusting your instincts when something does not feel right, advocating for yourself when sym...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Tracee Dahm, BSDH, MS, during RDH Under One Roof to discuss her team’s research examining oral health care in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. The conversation explores why caregivers often recognize the importance of oral health but struggle to consistently provide it, the growing needs of an aging population, and the s...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Kristen Evans, RDH, to preview her presentation that she delivered at RDH Under One Roof this month where she explored the connection between airway health, hormone health, and skeletal integrity. Kristen shares the personal journey that led her to become an advocate for systemic bone health screening, discusses why dental professio...

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Dr. Uche Odiatu for a preview of his RDH Under One Roof session, Essential Nutrition for the Dental Professional. The conversation explores why nutrition remains an underutilized tool in patient care, the importance of learning beyond traditional dental education, how storytelling and credible references build trust with patients, a...

Where science meets the sulcus—bridging microbiology, diagnostics, and modern hygiene care for systemic healing.    Resources:   @oralhealthactivist on Instagram Camille Zenobia on Linked In

Tom Viola brings fun and humor to the subject of licit and illicit drugs.  What is being bought at the corner market that is more dangerous than we realized.   Resources:   Youtube: @chairsideconfidential Email: tom@tomviola.com Website: tomviola.com

Karen Gordon discusses her career path and how dental hygiene and chiropractic medicine fit together with cross referencing symptoms.   Resources: @thechirohygienist on all socials

Are you on top of desiccation and everything it has to offer you in the operatory? Annie Walters shares the benefits of introducing desiccation products to your operatory.   Resources: @anniewaltersrdh on Instagram Annie Walter MSDH, RDH on Linked In Anniewaltersrdh.com

There are easier ways to remember all the pharmacology terms without using just memorization. Melissa Calhoun brings her enthusiasm to making pharmacology easier.   Resources: @missyrdh on Instagram mcalhounrdh@icloud.com

OSCEs (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations) are standardized assessments used in dental hygiene education and licensure to evaluate clinical competence in a controlled, repeatable format.   Resources: rebelchapa@gmail.com

Kelsey Miller shares insight to the value of faculty calibration in dental hygiene programs, and how the course can also impact daily practice in the dental office.   Resources: Kelsey Miller on Linked In   kmiller907@ivytech.edu

Spend time with MB Gustitus as we discuss her upcoming Key Note Session  at RDH UOR. Review the insights of her book and learn how we can unstick ourselves.

Learn how to recognize the different types, key symptoms, and how advanced imaging like CBCT helps clinicians diagnose and treat root resorption before it's too late.   https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55362872/understanding-root-resorption

The latest DentalPost Industry Salary Report offers dental leaders a critical snapshot of workforce trends that could shape staffing, retention, and career sustainability heading into 2026.

Richard Robinson shares his personal story from dental hygiene graduate to founder of the "MyWhy" program. Listen to his story and how he responded to becoming an Award of Distinction recipient.   Resources:   Thatsmywhy.org   Mywhy1st@gmail.com

The hygienist-office manager relationship is one of the most impactful and most neglected dynamics in dentistry.  The practices that thrive have teams who are genuinely aligned.   https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55362663/the-relationship-that-can-make-or-break-your-practice

RDH Under One Roof will be hosted July 16-18.  Here are a few insights that will make your experience more exciting.  See you soon!   Resources: Jsanders@endeavorb2b.com

Discussing nutrition with your patients isn't just about caries control.  From daily habits to new diets, your patients may be needing your knowledge.   Resources: @teachrdh on Instagram

Tiffany Weubben "The Hygienepreneur" invites you to Tennessee and the Hygiene Hoedown.  A team approach CE platform.   Resources: thehygienepreneur.com   Email: Tiffany@thehygienepreneur.com