A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Latest Episodes:

361 Becoming a Speaker: The Journeys of An Chih Angela Do and Amber Lovatos Dec 07, 2022

Show notes

This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists, we deliver a highly requested episode in a roundtable format, recorded at ADA SmileCon. We are joined by An Chih Angela Do and Amber Lovatos to talk about their journeys of becoming dental speakers. On this episode, our guests get into the nitty gritty and FINALLY someone answers the question "How much should you be getting paid". Big thank you to our guests for their transparency and openness on this episode.

Episode Highlights: - How our guests got started - ADHA & opportunities - Sponsorship - Getting a gig vs. getting paid for a gig - The blend: relatability and data - Finding your niche - Say no to minority mentality - Take it seriously, do your research and know your stuff - Marketing yourself - Consumer vs. professional influencers

Links:

The Latina RDH - Amber Lovatos

Un Cuento De Dos Higienistas

Dental Hygiene Spark

The Pediatric RDH - An Chih Do

The Try RDH - Shawna Greer

"Periodontitis & Gut Microbiota" Fast Facts: Perio Edition Dec 05, 2022

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This week on Fast Facts Perio Edition, we are discussing what we understand about Periodontitis and its influence on dysbiosis of the gut microbiota.

Resources:

DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com

More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/

Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com

Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedentalwinegenist/

Bao, J., Li, L., Zhang, Y., Wang, M., Chen, F., Ge, S., ... & Yan, F. (2022). Periodontitis may induce gut microbiota dysbiosis via salivary microbiota. International Journal of Oral Science, 14(1), 1-11.

TIPisode Metabolic Health with Amber Auger, RDH Dec 02, 2022

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On this TIPisode Amber Auger, RDH talks to us about the effects of sugar on the body. Amber dives into the diabetes epidemic and shares about metabolic health and its impact on oral health.

Amber is a practicing hygienist, international Speaker and creator of Thrive in the Op TM!

Links

http://www.gcamerica.com/ce/alleducation.php

http://www.gcamerica.com

Amber Auger: https://www.instagram.com/amberaugerrdh/

360 Reducing Patient Stress through Office Design with Derrick Lai BArchSci, MArch, LEEDAP, OAA Nov 30, 2022

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Have you ever been drawn to a beautiful clinic? What makes the space for the clinicians and the patients needs to be thought through. The aesthetics of a dental office are crucial to patient satisfaction. You want to reflect cleanliness without having a cold, sterile feel. Derrick Lai walks us through his process and what factors are important to consider when redesigning or building out a space. Something as simple as the lightbulbs you select is an important factor in the feel of the practice.

Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE.

Episode Highlights

Put yourself in the dentist, RDH, and patient shoes
Dental Anxiety
Lighting - Warm Light is your friend
Artwork
Faux pas

Links

Prop Architecture

PROP Architecture Inc (@prop_architecture) • Instagram photos and videos

Derrick Lai - LinkedIn

Don Quai - Fast Facts Pharmacology Nov 28, 2022

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Let's continue the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a supplement known as Don Quai. This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates innovative and proven prevention-focused oral care products, learn more by visiting www.elevateoralcare.com and schedule your free CE staff-meeting today.

Hygiene Hacks: RDH Rant Takeover Nov 25, 2022

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Join us for another RDH Rant takeover episode! We are joined by Anna Sventora, Heather Kirby and Lizz Bortolotti to talk about Hygiene Hacks!

Links:

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

359: RDH's Role in Diagnosing Pain with Dr. Mariela Padilla Nov 23, 2022

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Join Andrew and Dr. Mariela Padilla as they talk about what to do when a patient comes into your office with Orofacial Pain. Dr. Padilla talks about what you should be looking for with your patients, how to take them through an exam that takes a look at the patient as a whole person and last but certainly not least. Dr. Padilla talks to us about the ABCs - remember to, pay attention, believe, and collaborate!

Dr. Padilla started her clinical practice as a general dentist in 1990 and then dedicated herself solely to Orofacial Pain and Temporomandibular Disorders. Dr. Padilla assumed the direction of the Orofacial Pain Residency at USC in 2022. As the Director of Distance Learning and Telehealth at Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, she designs programs and academic experiences for working professionals and contributes to learning innovation and teaching development.

Thanks to Tempstars' support many of our episodes have FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Visit our CE episodes HERE. Take the quiz for this episode HERE.

Episode Highlights

Prevalence
Hero for patients
Red Flags
Intake and importance of descriptions
Objective evidence
Muscle evaluation
Types of pain and correlations
Hands first, mouth second
ABCs (Pay Attention, Believe, Collaborate)

Links

HERMAN OSTROW SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY OF USC - Online Dental Programs

"Radiographs" Fast Facts: Coding Edition Nov 21, 2022

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On this week's episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa dives into radiographs and how if not taken, and documented properly, how they can get you into trouble.

Links:

DentistRX: https://www.dentistrx.com

More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/

Teresa Duncan Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com

Nobody Told Me That Podcast: https://nobodytoldmethat.libsyn.com/

Chew On This Podcast: https://chewonthisdentalpodcast.libsyn.com/

TIPisode sleep-disordered breathing, 4 TIPS for screening Nov 18, 2022

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This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists' TIPisode we are joined by Bethany Montoya, RDH to talk about screening for sleep-disordered breathing. Bethany shares interview tactics and key indicators to look for in your patients.

Contact Bethany: bethanyrdh@outlook.com

358 Pain Mapping and Artificial Intelligence with Glenn T. Clark, DDS, MS Nov 16, 2022

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Join Andrew and guest co-host, Bethany Montoya, RDH as they interview Glenn T. Clark, DDS, MS. Dr. Clark is a Professor at the Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, Dean for Distance Education, and the Director of the Online Master of Science in Orofacial Pain and Oral Medicine program.

In this episode, Dr. Clark gives us an overview of pain mapping and artificial intelligence highlighting how technology and rigid, well-structured data can help us make predictions about patient health outcomes and assist in patient diagnosis.

Episode Highlights