Dental Hygiene Student Podcast with The Happy Flosser RDH

Dental terminology involves the study of words that are specifically related to dental science. Generally speaking pronunciation rules are pretty standard and there are basic rules that help develop good skills with correct spelling and dictation practices for clinical notes and documentation. This episode will review the basic principles of dental terminology to help increase the communication in...

In this episode we will discuss the tooth development process and the stages of development involved in the process. It is important for the dental clinician to have knowledge on this topic to be able to recognize and understand abnormal dental conditions that can present in the clinical setting. We will discuss dental anomalies in a different episode, but I recommend you understand this informati...

A complete review of tooth morphology of the permanent incisors. Class traits of anterior teeth, type traits of incisors, and specific tooth traits of the incisors will be reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on unique features of specific tooth types that clinicians should have focused attention on. A review of some specific tooth morphology that have a direct contributing factor to caries and perio...

The gingival exam is conducted as part of the assessment and provides the clinician with a cursory view of the gingival health. There are specific clinical markers that can be indicators for either the presence or absence of disease. It is important for the clinician to understand the clinical markers, descriptors associated with the markers, and the indicators that are connected to the presence o...

This episode is an introduction to the periodontium and will review the basic components of the periodontium and gingival unit. Review of terminology associated with the periodontium will be covered in addition to the attachment apparatus. The information covered in this episode will provide the listener with just enough of the basics of the periodontium and gingival unit to be able to complete pe...

Let’s take a look at the orofacial structures of the face, neck, and oral cavity. The listener will be provided with the introductory landmarks of the face and neck as well as the landmarks within the oral cavity. Comprehensive understanding of these landmarks are essential components of the oral cancer screening exam that is performed on all patients as part of the assessment in the clinical sett...

Form and function brings us back to geometry. There are connections between tooth shapes and their function within the dentition. There is a method to the design characteristics of the dentition. There are general rules related to the function of the dentition that we will review as well as some of the considerations for dysfunction that can evolve when the form and function are improperly configu...

This episode will provide listeners with the three most common tooth designation systems used in the USA. The Universal, ISO, and Palmer Notation Systems will be reviewed. This information is an essential component of skill development in the clinical setting as it relates to charting, instrumentation basics, and communication around the dentition between clinicians. As I say.... "Those who k...

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So you have been accepted into the dental hygiene program and are about to start your educational journey. This episode will review important first steps to start off your semester on the right foot. Review of ways for you to be prepared for your first day in class, clinic, and on the learning management online component of the curriculum. Discussion about how to get and stay organized with your f...

In this introduction episode we will explore the career path of the Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). There are specific entrance requirements to gain acceptance into an accredited program as well as technical standards that are necessary for performing clinical skills. Individuals looking into the field of dental hygiene should have a strong background in science and math. We will discuss the sp...

A brief introduction that explains the exploration of the field of dental hygiene from thought to fruition. It can be very challenging to make the determination of what we want to be when we grow up. If you have ever tried to answer that question and had the thought that one of your choices could be a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH). This podcast may help you gain clarity in that decision. Once...