A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

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Pumpkin, Patients, and Periodontitis! OH MY! "Fast Facts: Perio Edition" Nov 14, 2022

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This week we are loving up on Thanksgiving once again, this time talking about a favorite dessert, and that is of course pumpkin pie. Who doesn't love it when your waistband is so stretched out from that fabulous Thanksgiving dinner and yet you still find a little bit more room for a tiny little slice of pumpkin pie? Today we discuss pumpkin, and the effects of pumpkin on the periodontium.

Quotes:

"In fact, pumpkin is extremely dense in vitamin A. We know that vitamin A plays a critical role in being able to create sustainability in health in the oral cavity. In fact, vitamin A plays a key role in the maintenance of our oral epithelium."

"We actually found conclusively in this study that pumpkin seed oil is a potent anti-inflammatory agent that can be used topically for the treatment of gingivitis without any subsequent side effects."

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/

Moynihan, P., & RPHNutr, S. R. D. (2008). Update on nutrition and periodontal disease. inflammation, 6,7.Othman, A. A., Saleh, M. F., & Saleh, T. M. (2019). The Anti Inflammatory Effect of Pumpkin Seeds Oil in Treatment of Gingivitis; Clinical Study. Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development,10(10).

Evaluating Grip, Pinch Force and HVE Units with Stephanie Botts, RDH Nov 11, 2022

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This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Stephanie Botts, RDH who is a clinical hygienist and ergonomic specialist. Today Stephanie talks to us about grip, pinch force, and the importance of evaluating our HVE unit and how we use it.

This TIPisode is sponsored by Air Techniques! Learn more about their products at https://www.airtechniques.com/en/

Stephanie Botts: https://www.posturepros.net/

357 Unicorn Offices Exist for the RDH with Pamela Maragliano-Muniz, DMD (Live from ADA Smile-Con) Nov 09, 2022

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On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we recorded live at ADA SmileCon. Big thank you to ADA for inviting us to be a part of their podcasting lounge and giving us the space to interview the AMAZING return guest, and friend of AToTH Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz. Dr. Pam talks to us about what makes a DREAM practice for dental hygienists.

Special thank you to Erika Flateau for co-hosting this episode!

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.

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Episode Highlights

Dr. Pam's background
What is a prosthodontist?
Mentorship
Dream practice for hygienists
Practice game-changers
GBT
Involving the hygienist
Production and metrics
Patient experience

Links

Pamela Maragliano, DMD (@drpamela_maragliano) • Instagram photos and videos

https://www.dentaleconomics.com/

Dr. Pamela Maragliano-Muniz | Prosthetic & Cosmetic Dentistry in Salem, MA

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"Thankful for Turkey: What we know about Turkey & Periodontitis" Fast Facts: Perio Edition Nov 07, 2022

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"Thankful for Turkey: What we know about Turkey & Periodontitis" Fast Facts: Perio Edition

Thanksgiving is upon us, and we'd be remiss to celebrate Turkey and not talk about what we understand about Turkey and periodontitis. Today's, Fast Facts Perio edition looks at some of the associations between the consumption of turkey or poultry and what that dietary pattern means for periodontitis.

Quotes:

"Well, what we found in this massive study, almost 3000 individuals with varying stages of periodontitis, was that when these individuals adhered and strongly adhered to either the DASH diet or the Mediterranean diet, that we saw changes in their periodontitis levels."

"So slice one more piece of turkey this Thanksgiving knowing that you're helping to address any potential periodontal inflammation in the oral cavity."

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/

Resource: Altun E, Walther C, Borof K, Petersen E, Lieske B, Kasapoudis D, Jalilvand N, Beikler T, Jagemann B, Zyriax BC, Aarabi G. Association between Dietary Pattern and Periodontitis - A Cross -Sectional Study. Nutrients. 2021 Nov 21;13(11):4167. doi: 10.3390/nu13114167. PMID: 34836422; PMCID: PMC8621734.

https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/education/dash-eating-plan

TIPisode The Science Behind Gratitude with Amber Auger, RDH Nov 04, 2022

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On this TIPisode, Amber Auger, RDH talks to us about the science behind gratitude! We are thrilled to report that as always, we believe in providing you with the science, and in this TIPisode, Amber does just that highlighting 3 easy things you can do to increase your gratitude, daily. Amber and A Tale of Two Hygienists are grateful for GC America. Their support of the podcast and hygienists around the world does not go unnoticed, and if you haven't explored their preventative line of products yet, you need to!

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/

356: Co-Diagnosing to Improve Your Practice with Dr. Alex Sharp and Tommy Tipton, RDH from Shared Practices Nov 02, 2022

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On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we are joined by Dr. Alex Sharp and Lead Hygienist Tommy Tipton to talk about the bigger picture behind co-diagnosing and how doing so creates the IDEAL practice for hygienists and doctors alike!

Special thank you to returning guest Brooke Crouch for co-hosting this episode!

Thanks to Tempstars' support, this episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Take the CE course for this episode here.

Episode Highlights

Dr. Sharp and Tommy's Journey
The Big Picture
Ideal Purpose of the Hygienist in Daily Practice
Monthly Treatment Review
Longterm Growth vs. Short-Term Success
Metrics

Links

Shared Practices: https://sharedpractices.libsyn.com/

Chamomile - Fast Facts: Pharmacology "Supplements 3" Oct 31, 2022

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On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a favorite supplement among many, chamomile. Tom talks to us about side effects associated with chamomile and how they impact dentistry.

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.

See more from Tom at www.tomviola.com @pharmacologydeclassified

Ghost Stories: RDH Rant Takeover Oct 28, 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 all of the CREEPY & SCARY stories RDH Ranters shared about STRANGE experiences and GHOST STORIES that occurred in their ops!

Links:

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

355 HPV: A Disease that Doesn't Discriminate with Catrice Opitchka, RDH, MS Oct 26, 2022

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On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, we are joined by a speaker and hygienist that isn't afraid to tackle tough topics. Join us as we talk with Catrice Opichka RDH, MS about HPV and Oral Sex.

Thanks to Tempstars' support this episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. Take the CE course for this episode here.

Episode Highlights

HPV Vaccinations
HPV: Anyone can get it
Head and Neck Exam
Tobacco and Vaping
Verbal/Written Protocol

Quotes:

"There's nobody that knows content like educators."

"HPV is an equal opportunity disease."

"We don't know when our children are becoming sexually active."

"I want hygienists to be prepared to answer the questions your patients feel comfortable asking."

"You're going to bring this up during your head and neck exam."

"HPV can cause oral cancer."

"I want people to know and remember how important the head and neck exam is."

"I'm sure not all the doctors love me highlighting these things but I don't care."

"We see normal every day, so if you see anything outside of that, take a photo of it, measure it, and get a second set of eyes on it."

"Vaccinating boys helps to prevent cervical cancer in girls."

Links

Reach Catrice:

catrice@pureeducation.org

920-246-4165

Leslie J. Paris D.D.S., M.S.D. Diplomate, American Board of Periodontics and Dental Implant Surgery 2022-2023

Black Cohosh (Supplements 2) Fast Facts: Pharmacology Oct 24, 2022

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On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a supplement known as Black Cohosh.

See more from Tom at www.tomviola.com @pharmacologydeclassified

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