A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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439 Get More Education with Annie Walters, RDH Jun 12, 2024

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I (Andrew) am so happy to introduce you to our new co-host, Annie Walters. In this episode, I take the opportunity interview her and get to know her a bit better. I learn about her experience but more importantly, how she sees the profession. I am excited to start this next chapter with her and am looking forward to what she brings and hopefully... she will bring lots of opinions!

anniewaltersrdh@gmail.com

She can be found on LinkedIn and is @anniewaltersrdh on insta

When Should I Use 3% Plain? Fast Facts with Tom Viola! Jun 10, 2024

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There are lots of considerations for which anesthetic you should use and 3% plain is commonly used in dentistry. Mostly we think it should be used in cases of short acting, but then we have to consider that multiple cartridges could lead to toxicity... so when should we use it? Tom Viola explains in today's episode!

Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - Tom@Tomviola.com

TIPisode: How to Fight Without Ruining Relationships with Andrew Johnston Jun 07, 2024

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Fighting is inevitable. We fight with people we don't like, we fight with our coworkers, we fight with our friends and loved ones etc. But this is an art to fighting the right way and in this TIPisode we lean on a recent article that teaches us some key points and takeaways.

https://www.vox.com/even-better/24153561/fight-argue-without-ruining-relationships-conflict-disagreement-compromise

438 Antibiotics: Who Needs A Pre-Med? With Sue Scherer, RDH Jun 05, 2024

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Antibiotics were once doled out like candy to anyone who had an ouchy tooth or metal in their body. Now, we know better... sorta. Sue Scherer joins the podcast this week to talk about what our responsibility is as dental professionals for understanding and knowing proper use and administration of antibiotics, and how one commonly used antibiotic has really gone on to seriously hurt and kill people.

Resources:

https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/article/14214197/to-premedicate-or-not-to-premedicate-untangling-current-recommendations-on-antibiotic-premedication

Talking With Docs Video: https://youtu.be/KBaGbcj2PdU?si=CNElveER8iiDMCA9

Email Sue: sscherer@waterpik.com

How Does Vaping Hurt Our Patients? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH Jun 03, 2024

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About 20% of high schoolers and up to 5% of middle schoolers are vaping in the United States. In this episode Katrina Sanders dives into oral health, systemic, and safety effects to better prepare us for these conversation with our patients!

In partnership with Therabreath, get a free sample at www.trytherabreath.com

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/

Resource #1: Sahni, V. (2023). Vaping questions. British Dental Journal, 234(10), 713-713.
Resource #2: Irusa, K. F., Vence, B., & Donovan, T. (2020). Potential oral health effects of e‐cigarettes and vaping: A review and case reports. Journal of Esthetic and Restorative Dentistry, 32(3), 260-264.
Resource #3: Wadia, R., Booth, V., Yap, H. F., & Moyes, D. L. (2016). A pilot study of the gingival response when smokers switch from smoking to vaping. British dental journal, 221(11), 722-726.

Why Are You Still Doing That? An RDH RANT Takeover! May 31, 2024

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Join Anna, Lizz, and Heather as they question why many hygienists simply are not progressing! Old habits do die hard, but we need to get our heads out of the sand. Listen to this week's episode for the frequently asked questions that just need to end!

RDH Rant: https://www.facebook.com/groups/599722366843869

437 What Does a Next Level Hygienist Look Like? with JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH May 29, 2024

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What is the responsibility of the dental hygienist in this very changed world? Just 15 years ago the landscape looked very different and the role and scope of the hygienist was leveraged to the fullest. What has changed and how can research be the key to advancement? JoAnn Gurenlian talks about this and so much more in this episode!

Resources:

joanng@adha.net

Everyone Has High Blood Pressure, How Important Is It to Evaluate? Ask The Experts with Machell Hudson-Hoover, RDH May 27, 2024

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Our patients are so silly. Many of them think that just because the are on blood pressure meds, they no longer have "high blood pressure"... meaning they think they have no more risk. Machell joins the show to talk to us about what we can be doing and saying to our patients to position the topic of BP to be more importantly.

Book Reference: The Blood Pressure Blueprint - https://www.amazon.com/Blood-Pressure-BluePrint-Defeating-Hypertension/dp/B0CKGWZQDZ

Machell@rdhhealth

integrativedentalcoaching.com

Choices with Lacy Walker, RDH May 24, 2024

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Lacy Walker has had some experiences in life and each point she had to make a choice... choices that shaped who she became today. And we have choices, choices that impact ourselves and others, choices that shape how others think and act. Join us on this TIPisode as Lacy tells us about her new book, "Choices" that dropped last week on Amazon.

Resources:

www.sharedhygiene.com sharedhygienellc@gmail.com @lacyrdh or @shygienist on insta Her Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D5779Z83?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520

436 Out of the Op and Into the Hospital with Katharine Martinez, RDH May 22, 2024

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Have you ever wondered what else you can do with your license? When the comment comes up in the forums its always sales or education related... but how about you create your own pathway? That is exactly what Katharine Martinez did and she wants to share with you her journey into the hospital setting!

Be sure to reach out to her!

mdihygieneconsulting@gmail.com

mdihygieneconsulting.com

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