A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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Why Do DSOs Push Fluoride So Much? with Val Dangler, RDH May 20, 2024

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DSOs have a reputation for using more fluoride therapy on patients than private practice, why is this the case?

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Message Val for all of your DSO questions! Valdentsolutions@gmail.com

Do You Have a Non-Compete? with Sebastian Green-Duncan! May 17, 2024

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Sebastian Green-Duncan joins the podcast to talk about what it means for the dental professional with the new FTC ruling to ban non-compete clauses. While not very common among dental hygienists, this definitely could impact the offices you all work in. Give this episode a listen!

sgreen@benco.com

435 Having a Growth Mindset with Dave Henrichsen, RDH May 15, 2024

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You did it! You've finished your pre-reqs, you got into school, you finished school, you got the job, you got the house, you got the personal life stuff you wanted.... now what? Unfortunately many of us think on the small scale. Dave Henrichsen comes on the show today to show us how having a big picture perspective can lead to achieving meaningful growth and satisfaction in life.

www.myodave.com

Moderate or Severe Xerostomia: Should We Treat Them Differently? with Tom Viol May 13, 2024

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Our patients present with different symptoms. Sometimes we catch them during a particularly acute episode of dry mouth and sometimes we don't... but what about all the times in between? Should we tailor our care based on the severity of xerostomia? Tom Viola chimes in with his opinion!

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

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Take Back Your Lunch Break with Erika Flateau, RDH May 10, 2024

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What is happening with everyone working through their lunches... and not by choice? Things have got to change! Join Erika Flateau on today's TIPisode to learn about ways to create more time for our breaks.

Resources:

erikaflateau@gmail.com

renewconsultingservices.com

434 I Can't Do This Anymore with Heather McGuire, RDH May 08, 2024

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We talk ourselves out of amazing opportunities in life... for lots of different reasons but we really don't have to. Whether its overcoming a fear, working through uncertainty, having thoughts and notions that block your ability to concentrate, or whatever it might be... working with an NLP coach can change your life. Listen in as Heather McGuire tells us more about our self limiting and what we can do about it!

Resources:

Heather McGuire RDH on FB and Linkedin

mcgcoaching.com

heather@mcgcoaching.com

Brush First or Floss First? Ask The Experts with Katrina Sanders, RDH May 06, 2024

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The age old question asked by patients far and wide... Should we floss first then brush or brush first then floss? Does it even matter? Katrina Sanders has the answer!

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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/

Torkzaban, P., Arabi, S. R., Sabounchi, S. S., & Roshanaei, G. (2015). The Efficacy of Brushing and Flossing Sequence on Control of Plaque and Gingival Infl ammation. Oral Health & Preventive Dentistry, 13(3).

Mazhari, F., Boskabady, M., Moeintaghavi, A., & Habibi, A. (2018). The effect of toothbrushing and flossing sequence on interdental plaque reduction and fluoride retention: A randomized controlled clinical trial. Journal of periodontology, 89(7), 824-832.

ADA Code Committee Meeting: What Actually Happens? with Kathy Forbes, RDH May 03, 2024

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This week's TIPisode features a conversation with Kathy Forbes in which we discuss codes, how we get new codes for services, and how the definitions of codes get changed. If you want to be a part of the code group, be sure to join the Facebook group called, DentalCodeology Consortium!

If you want to reach out to Kathy, or want to see her speaking schedule, be sure to check out her website: www.kathysforbes.com

433 Own Your Own Dental Hygiene Practice with Dr. Adam Altdorfer May 01, 2024

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Have you ever thought about owning your own practice? Calling your own shots, being your own boss, working the hours you want? Colorado may have what you are looking for! In this conversation with Dr. Adam Altdorfer we explore a pathway they have created to help you help more patients... and in turn help the private practices. It's a win-win-win!

Resources: Email: experiencedentalhygiene@gmail.com

Website: https://edhp1boulder.com/experience-independence/

Article mentioned in episode: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/14310527/colorado-dentists-find-success-developing-independent-dental-hygiene-practices

Wear the Da*n Glasses! Ask the Expert with Andrew Johnston, RDH Apr 29, 2024

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Why are so many patients not wearing glasses for their dental appointments? Is it our fault or theirs? In this episode we give you the definitive answer to the question, "Do our patients need to be wearing eye protection?"

This is a great episode to get an office conversation going!

https://www.ada.org/en/resources/practice/practice-management/eye-safety-in-the-dental-office

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