A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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477 Dental Hygiene Driven Dental Practice with Dr. Kim Kutsch (rebroadcast) Mar 05, 2025

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For today's (rebroadcast but can't miss) episode we welcome back Dr. Kim Kutsch to the show. Misty and I had a chance to catch up with him at ADA SmileCon 2023 and it was just the best conversation about helping the professional organizations grow and how to deliver a successful practice through growth in the dental hygiene appointment.

Be sure to check out Dr. Kutsch's podcast, "Contrary to Ordinary" on your podcast app. And shoot him a message if you're so inclined - Kimkutsch@aol.com

3 Month vs 4 Month Perio Maintenance Schedule, Which Is Better? with Katrina Sanders Mar 03, 2025

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How often should our patients present for their perio maintenance recall? Is it okay to graduate them from 3 mos to 4 mos recalls? How do we evaluate this? Check out this 5 minute episode with Katrina Sanders to learn more!

References:

American Academy of Periodontology. Acquired from: https://www.ada.org/~/media/JCNDE/pdfs/Perio_Disease_Classification_FAQ.pdf?la=en. Accessed on: September 21, 2021.
Magnusson, I., Lindhe, J., Yoneyama, T., & Liljenberg, B. (1984). Recolonization of a subgingival microbiota following scaling in deep pockets. Journal of clinical periodontology, 11(3), 193-207. Greenstein, G., Periodontal response to mechanical non-surgical therapy: a review. J Periodontol, 1992. 63(2): p. 118-30.

Power Brush, Check! How About A Power Flosser? with Brynn Snyder! Feb 28, 2025

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Just about everyone in dentistry has adopted the power toothbrush.. but what about an electric flosser? Take it from me, this is something we need to be talking about!

www.SlateFlosser.com and use RDH10 for $10 off any order. If you are a professional, use the professionals tab for 30% off your first flosser!

** In partnership with Slate Electric Flosser

476 Alliance of Dental Hygiene Practitioners with Heidi Desmarais! Feb 26, 2025

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Are you looking to get out of the office but still see patients? Would you be interested in being your own boss? Give this episode a listen as Heidi Desmarais explains what a hygiene practitioner is, what they can do, and what resources are available through the Alliance of Dental Hygiene Practitioners!

Rdhalliance.org

Hdesmaraisrdh@gmail.com

3 Facts About Attending Large Dental Conferences Feb 24, 2025

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In this episode, recorded live from Chicago Midwinter, Andrew revisits some top tips to consider when attending a large conference. If you have never had the chance to travel to one of the big shows, you really need to make it a priority... but don't forget about these tips when you do!

Improving Access to Care with Kelli Bingham! Feb 21, 2025

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People always ask how they can get in involved... and sometimes the time requirement seems daunting. In this episode, I visit with Kelli Bingham to learn what they do at Harmony Health to help create dental health equity in communities that need it. She explains what they do and how we all could be a part of it at a level we feel comfortable with.

Resources:

https://harmonyhealthfoundation.org/

kelli@harmonyhealthfoundation.org

475 Scaling Dental Assistants: Pros and Cons with Erika Flateau Feb 19, 2025

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Do you feel like there is room in the industry for dental assistants to perform scaling on patients? What impact does this have on public safety? How does even look in a perfect world? In this episode Erika Flateau and Andrew discuss this hot topic!

Resources:

Erikaflateau@gmail.com

renewconsultingservices.com

Adderall: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola Feb 17, 2025

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Adderall is one of the most used and misused drugs on the market. In this episode, Tom Viola runs down how people take it, why they take it, and what the potential dangers are lurking in the shadows. Don't. Miss. This. Episode.

Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing TomViola@tomviola.com, visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified

ADHA Pt 3: Are There Really Benefits? Let's Explore! with Andrew Johnston Feb 14, 2025

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I have had it. I am tired of people touting the "benefits" of being an ADHA member. In this episode, I (Andrew) review every item listed on the ADHA website under the benefits page and detail if they are what the people want or need. Spoilers: The ADHA is out of touch and we deserve much more than this.

Andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com

474 Working Up To Your Scope of Practice with Anjuli Avis Feb 12, 2025

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Anjuli Avis is one of the more experienced hygienists we have had on our show... while still being so young in the career! Join us this week as we review her work history that highlights how versatile RDHs can be. She also has thoughts on scope of practice, the business side of dental hygiene, and so much more!

Anjuli Avis on Linkedin or @thehustlehygienist on Instagram

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