A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Over 1000 participants during the years 1968-2007, a study was conducted to measure periodontitis and mortality. Every 20% that we lose alveolar bone, there is a 14% increased risk to mortality. How hard are we fighting the good fight to prevent boneloss? Resources: More Fast Facts:  https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website:  https://www.katrinasanders.com   Katrina...

Lacy Walker is back to bring you another TIPisode regarding one the first body parts we see, even before the teeth and gums, the lips! Taking care of our lips has never been more important and Vermillion Cosmetics has solutions you need to prevent and treat damaged lip lines.  vermillioncosmetics.com Use code SH23 for 25% off Reach out to Lacy here - Sharedhygiene.com and sharedhygienellc@gmail.co...

In this episode we welcome Tricia Husbands, RDH to the podcast. This is her first time on the show and she relates her experiences working abroad. 

This week Katrina Sanders delivers to you an episode that brings  some important imagery to life of ulcerated vs non ulcerated tissue. What is a PISA score? What is acceptable and not? In looking at PISA scores, what is the correlation with HbA1c readings? Resources: More Fast Facts:  https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website:  https://www.katrinasanders.com   Katrin...

In this episode we welcome back Dr. James Younger to talk about the state of temping. If you are a new grad or new to temping, we also talk about how to prepare, what kinds of technology you might encounter in the offices and how many hygienists are moving into temping full-time! This was recorded on the exhibit hall floor at RDH Under One Roof! www.tempstars.com

This week we have Andrew on to share some tips for dealing with burnout. Burnout is on the rise and as much as we would like to think we are smart enough to prevent it, we cannot. Feel free to share the tips with friends and family! andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com https://soulsalt.com/i-dont-know-what-to-do-with-my-life/  

RDH's are awesome! Val Dangler joins the podcast today to show some of the cool things that hygienists can do. We follow her journey through the dental field and hear her describe the importance of continuous learning, mentoring, and being open to new ideas. Resources: Instagram - @Valerie_rdh  Email - valdentsolutions@gmail.com

Katrina Sanders is back with another exceptional study showing that, all other parameters being equal, patients with Parkinson's Disease present with significant more disease and risk of disease than their counterparts without Parkinson's Disease.  Resources: More Fast Facts:  https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website:  https://www.katrinasanders.com   Katrina Sander...

In this TIPisode Andrew Johnston, RDH talks about taking care of patients that are a part of the foster care system.  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8324544/ https://www.fosterfocusmag.com/articles/gaps-foster-care-has-oral-health-problem https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/foster-care/oral-health-needs-of-children-in-foster-care/

Welcome back to the show Dr. Sam Shamardi! This week we talk about those nagging aches and pains we get as dental professionals and what we can do to lessen or even prevent them! Check out Dr. Shamardi's Instagram for great ideas @drsamshamardi and also check out his website DrSamShamardi.com  

This week, Katrina discusses the link between the NUMBER of births and the SEVERITY of 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/   Kim, N. Y., Kim, J. E., Choi, C. H., & Chung, K. H. (2023). Association bet...

We welcome Wes Fields into the show today to talk about the persistent bugs and other biomatter that live in the depths of periodontal pockets... and what can be done about them. He explains to us how HybenX (made by Epien) can be used to treat the chronic wounds of periodontitis without antibiotics.  Be sure to check out the website, find them at the next conference, and send them messages if you...

This week's TIPisode features Amanda Hill, RDH and she talks to us about our self-destructive nature and how that impairs our ability to heal others. In fitting fashion, she brings to you a "Top 5" to help you get out of your own way. @amandahillrdh AmandaHillRDH@gmail.com  

Today we welcome Tim Ives, a great human being who is on a mission to make the world a healthier place. He has been a longtime advocate of eliminating added sugar to our diet and in this episode he discusses some fascinating research that he conducted with his colleagues.  Tim@ohehiruniversity.com  

In this week's episode, Katrina gets us an early review of a study that looks at the role that periodontitis plays in neuroinflammation in the brain. 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/   Ha, J. Y., Seok, J., Kim, S. J., Ju...

Join us in this TIPisode featuring KOL Melissa Alt, RDH as she explains her thoughts on a new product from Kettenbach - Profisil Fluoride Varnish.  We know fluoride varnish is for more than just kids, but adults sometimes have objections. Melissa lists several reasons why adults specifically might be more willing to try this great option from Kettenbach! https://www.kettenbach-dental.us/products/o...

One of Andrew's favorite people in both dentistry and life, Dr. Joy Void-Holmes, joins the podcast today as a co-host for a fascinating interview with Dr. Sam Shamardi. The founder of Dental Innovations LLC, a company aimed at providing novel solutions to unaddressed issues within dentistry, Dr. Shamardi also lectures nationally and internationally on topics within periodontics and hearing loss in...

Anti-Periodontitis Therapy is a new term coined as a collective term for protocol used to lower cancer risks in patients. In this episode, Katrina examines the research study that, spoilers, shows that patients getting periodontal therapy actually lower their cancer risk. Listen to exactly what that means for you and your patient base.  Resources: More Fast Facts:  https://www.ataleoftwohygienists...

Do you ever have to measure out your floss or cut your prophy paste cups in half? This week Heather, Lizz, and Anna talk about them cheap ol dentists! RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

In today's episode I am going solo and will give you a preview of what to expect at RDH Under One Roof for next week. I discuss what classes look amazing to me, some of the networking events, and some tips for first timers and alumni alike as well as some practical logistical thoughts.  Digital business card - https://blinq.me/   Shuttle information - https://www.rdhunderoneroof.com/rdhuor2023/hot...

The ADHA celebrated its 100th anniversary this past weekend and so it is fitting that Katrina takes us through the history and evolution of the profession of dental hygienists! 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://...

I am excited to bring you this bonus episode from Bola.ai. I had a chance to chat with Tina Long and Rushi Ganmukhi about how to make our lives as hygienists easier through utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence. They are here to tell you to reclaim those precious minutes from each appointment to take the well deserved break, rest, or snack break! Resources: www.bola.ai  

There is an over abundance of options of homecare tools and products for our patients to choose from. Further, our patients want to feel reassured that they are choosing the right ones! Listen as Melissa Calhoun reviews important things to consider when making your patient recommendations! Resources: @missyrdh on Instagram Melissa's email address mcalhounrdh@icloud.com   www.waterpik.com Waterpik...

In this episode we bring back Michelle Lee from OSAP (osap.org) and welcome in her friend Karen Gregory who is an RN and huge supporter of OSAP.  We review what OSAP does, discuss the annual conference and bootcamp, discuss membership, and talk about the new version of the If Saliva Were Red video. Resources karen@karengregoryconsulting.com @Safetystuffthatmatters osap.com mlee@osap.com  

Can we use plants and natural medicines to combat periodontal disease? How does gingival crevicular fluid act as a transportation system? Katrina Sanders has the latest news on 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/thedentalwinegenis...