RDH Magazine Podcast

Getting back to the passion of grass roots dental hygiene.  Embracing the big picture with Tony Meyerkord and partnering with fellow dental hygienist to inspire yourself.

  With sugar substitutes gaining traction in the fight against dental caries and health issues, dental professionals should educate patients on the pros and cons of these sweet alternatives. Katie L. Pondolfino, BSDH, RDH, MAAL Read by Jackie Sanders

Spend time with Katie Pondolfino as we discuss sweetners and the benefits of pure honey.  Then listen as we discuss welcoming the new graduate into your practice and the benefits you may offer one another.

  This hygienist started to feel uneasy about how she was told to approach patients. A simple mindset adjustment made all the difference in her enjoyment of dental hygiene. Kirsten Brancheau, BA, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders  Article Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55129375/work-too-hard-to-get-patients-to-like-you-theres-a-better-way  

Andreina Sucre shares her insights to identifying oral pathology with our patients.  Hear how you can acquire a template for identifying and charting what you are seeing.

  There's a new wave of gel desiccants that are showing statistically significant results as an adjunctive treatment to SRP. They just might make your life in the op easier! Annie Walters, MS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders  Read Article Here: https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/periodontitis/article/55137638/the-role-of-desiccants-in-the-management-of-periodontitis

Juli Kagan provides insights from clinical stretching to exhale breaths, tricks to take care of you while taking care of patients.

    Flouride has had its share of controversy, with the latest centered on dental implants. How much does it help patients with implants?  Lynn Pencek, MS, RDH Read by: Jackie Sanders  Read Article HERE: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/fluoride/article/55129312/is-fluoride-varnish-safe-for-dental-implants  

Summer McMenamin discusses her recent article on Oral Health Equity and how you can take a proactive step in making a difference.

  Dentistry is a rapidly evolving industry, and AI is one force driving these changes. Here's more info on the implications and limitations of AI in your practice. Annie Walters, MS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders  Read Article Here: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55126244/what-you-need-to-know-about-ai-in-dentistry  

Tracy Dahm takes a dive into research and shares her findings on PFA's and the dental floss we recommend.  Listen as we discuss her recent article.

Dentists and dental hygienists need to rely on hand instruments in order to do their job. Therefore, it's important to choose the right tools that work for you. Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders Read Article Here: https://www.rdhmag.com/ergonomics/instruments-handpieces/article/55126766/clinical-tips-selecting-hygiene-hand-instruments?preview-mode=true&now=undefined  

Jamie Dooley shares the news of receiving the accreditation and talks about a complimentary program offered to support the dental hygienist community for National Dental Hygiene month.

Social media has the power to both educate and influence users like never before. As dental professionals, it's paramount to make sure patients are educated properly when it comes to oral care. Lisa Watson, BA, MClSc, RDH   Read by: Jackie Sanders, RDH  Read Article Here https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/55126948/social-selling-the-truth-the-dental-hygienists-role-in-cl...

Timing and Community. How do you know when you are where you were meant to be and the power of your community.  Billie Lunt talks about her journey and her drive to support students.

These new disinfectant wipes from MicroCare check many of the boxes in daily practice for infection control. KOLs shared their feedback. Annie Walters, MS, RDH This article is sponsored by MicroCare: https://www.rdhmag.com/sponsored/article/55055870/microcare-medical-spec-clean-disinfectant-wipes-elevating-the-standard-of-disinfection?o_eid=&oly_enc_id=&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|&utm_campa...

Listen as Karese Laguere shares her insights from clinical hygiene to owning your own practice. Where to begin.

With all the turnover in the field of dental hygiene since the pandemic, some are questioning the longevity of this career. Amanda Hill weighs in. Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC Read by: Jackie Sanders, RDH  Read Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55055772/is-dental-hygiene-a-10-year-career

A recent pilot study finds help for radiation induced xerostomia.  Listen as Kayla Marks tells us how she was involved and what the positive results were.

Did you flunk your DUWL test? Don't panic! Follow these three steps and you'll be good in no time. Then find out where your problem is. Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC Read by: Jackie Sanders  Sponsored by: ProEdge Read article here: https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/water-safety/article/55127895/3-easy-steps-if-you-fail-a-dental-unit-waterline-test  

Conducting X-rays is an important and routine part of providing holistic dental care. Pac-Dent’s EzAim X-Ray Positioning System can make taking radiographs easier! Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH Sponsored by PacDent Read by Jackie Sanders 

With 20 years of dental hygiene experience, Dr. Silky Sharma is passionate about evidence-based dentistry and providing courses on periodontal instrumentation. Dr. Sharma is an accomplished educator, writer, and speaker, and has dedicated her career to elevating the standard of care through lecturing on non-surgical periodontal therapy. Join us this week as we discuss the evidence behind hand inst...

Dental operating microscopes (DOMs) can enhance clarity of vision and precision care for all dental professionals, including dental hygienists. Learn more about how DOMs can usher in a new standard of care for the profession. Kevin Ohashi Lopez, MHA, BSDH, RDH Claudia Walder, BSDH, BA, RDH, CDA Read by: Jackie Sanders, RDH

Meet Amanda Horman, a dental hygienist who recently attended RDH Evolution.  During her time in Denver she found the balance between work  and home life with defining her worth to both.

Silver diamine fluoride can be used for high-caries-risk patients as an immediate treatment to arrest decay and preserve tooth structure. These four cases illustrate how hygienists can incorporate SDF into routine care. Sheri Solseng Trif, MSADT, BSDH, RDH Read by: Jackie Sanders, RDH