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A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast

Andrew Johnston, RDH - One of the Two Dental Hygienists

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Welcome to the world's #1 dental hygiene podcast! You will get up-to-date information with some real life application. Andrew and his panel of cohosts are exactly where you are, dental professionals looking to get better! We may not be experts, but we will do our best to get them on the show! Please rate and review us on iTunes or your favorite podcast app and enjoy the show!
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Have you ever wandered what it would be like to just sell everything, move over seas, and start a new life knowing you had a dentistry as your safety net? Well that is pretty close to what Lacy Walker did and we talk a little bit about that in this episode. This is part one of the series of dental hygiene abroad, be sure to reach out to her and ask…
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Alcohol is a central line in the fabric of our society, whether we want to admit it or not. Outside of the commonly known talking points, what else can we talk about with our patients when it comes to alcohol? Machell Hudson-Hoover dives deep into predicting outcomes based on alcohol use! Machell@rdhhealth integrativedentalcoaching.com…
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Being a dental hygienist is unique in that we have so many options for a career. We can work in perio, pediatrics, ortho, and general practices. We can work in educational settings, sales, training, dental products and systems companies. We can write, speak, and coach. We have so many options at our fingertips but that wasnt always so. In this epis…
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In this TIPisode, we talk a lot about what it means to be a leader. Belangie discusses the acronym for LEAD, what drives her, and how being a leader isn't about attaining a title, but about being in a role. There are certain traits and characteristics that make a good leader. Join us today to learn more! Find Belangie on social and dm her on linked…
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In this episode we are joined by Teresa Duncan and Beverly Wilburn to discuss some more hot topics in dentistry. What do you do when your boss's spouse runs the office... is that fair? How liable are you for the doctor not diagnosing periodontal disease? We get right to the point in this amazing episode! Resources: Teresa's Podcasts - Nobody Told M…
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When it comes to treatment plans, who is better at getting case acceptance: DSOs or Private Practice? In this Fast Fact Andrew discusses a couple of key differentiators that could be incorporated in any setting to be more successful... but maybe DSOs have the edge??? Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professiona…
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In today's TIPisode we are joined by Dr. David Rice to explore the possibility of having a mandatory retirement age in dentistry. Are people working past their ability to keep the public safe? Resources: Dentistry Unmasked Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dentistry-unmasked-a-roundtable-podcast/id1692417504 Dentistry Unmasked…
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What is it you want out of this profession? Very few wrong answers here, but our guest today Whitney DiFoggio, RDH found a way to combine her drive to get patients healthy, and her love for creating videos and theater, rolled them all together and has created a successful side business on YouTube. This episode aims to discover what makes her tick! …
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Are you a slatherer or a minimalist? Does the dental assistant put the topical in before you even get there? How do you know what is the effective dose of topical anesthetic? Join Tom Viola on this weeks Fast Facts: Ask The Experts where he answers if there is such a thing as too much topical! Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visitin…
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We all start out as clinicians, but then many of us want the next step. Bethany Montoya knows what you might be feeling as has some answers for you if want to take the next step! Resources: bethanyrdh@outlook.com @humanrdh on insta https://pac-dent.com/pages/request-a-sample link for a free sample
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It's not often that we come to you and ask for your help, but this is one such time. Smiles Across Montana is an organization built to serve those who need it on their terms. Please listen to this episode and if you can help our fellow dental hygienist, please do. Resources: Website: smilesacrossmontana.com Email: crystalspringrdh@gmail.com…
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Dental Hygienists work hard to complete their pre-reqs, endure what can be a punishing dental hygiene program, then graduate. Now they are perfect, they will not struggle again because they have a perfect knowledge of dentistry... That's sometimes the expectation but the reality is that graduates are "minimally competent" and need additional help a…
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What happens when we do not get enough sleep? Join Katrina Sanders this week as our expert gives us the answer! 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/ Vishesh K. Kapur, Dennis H. Auck…
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In this episode, Jackie Sanders takes over the AToTH podcast feed with some updates for the RDH Under One Roof conference in Denver for 2024. She is joined by Laura Winfield-Roy and Andrew Johnston to talk about the hotel situation, registering for courses, networking receptions/workshops, and so much more. There is a discount still up for the podc…
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We dive into the last part of our Myofunctional Therapy series today and examine the role of interdisciplinary care with our chiropractic colleague Dr. Andrea Smith. This episode explores how our mind and body are connected, and what types of assessments, evaluations, and work is needed to help our patients achieve optimal health and how a myofunct…
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We talk a lot about the mouth and screening for oral cancer, but how does our work with controlling the mouth's microbiome impacting the risk for other cancers like colorectal cancer? Machell@rdhhealth integrativedentalcoaching.com
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The conundrum we are currently facing is that dry mouth - xerostomia - isn't just "dry mouth", it is a wide range of severity and accompanying symptoms. We cant treat everyone the same, and we are learning that the products from 20 years ago, maybe aren't keeping up with the symptoms manifesting in today's patient. What should we do? In this episod…
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We continue our myofunctional therapy series this month with a focus on children. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin return to talk about screening and assessing, treatment, unique cases, nasal breathing and so much more. Resources: Myo2health.com @myo2health on insta Info@myo2health.com Leslie- Leslie@myo2health.com Heidi- Heidi@myo2health.com Paula-…
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Pediatrics can be a cornerstone to many practices but RDHs don't always love treating them. Val Dangler joins us today to talk about what happens in the DSO setting and what you should expect. Contact Val: Valdentsolutions@gmail.com Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-educa…
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Listener Mail! In this episode we hear from Cindy Midgett who heard a recent episode on becoming an educator at a traditional RDH program, and wanted to let people know of another option in education in case that setting isnt for you. Give this episode a listen about CTE (Career and Technical Education) program career options! You MUST watch this v…
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Today is a continuation of last weeks episode where we talk about the foundational moments of a babies life that can shape the anatomical features and future habits of adults. Huge thank you to Heidi and Leslie for bringing amazing topics to the table and for connecting us with Paula Norcott. Be sure to check out the show notes for their contact in…
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Pediatrics, Surgery, Restorative, Perio... so many times to use local anesthetics but how much should we be using? Is less more? 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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New Podcast Alert! Tina Clarke and Kim Augustus have a newer podcast called RDH Coast to Coast. It's in video format on Spotify and YouTube and they tackle the tough questions facing the professionals of today! Be sure to check them out! Reach out to them! Podcast: RDH Coast to Coast on Spotify and Youtube Tina: @teachertina on all socials Kim: @bl…
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Today is an interesting discussion because it is foundational to everything that we see as dental professionals. We are talking myofunctional therapy but with babies. I am joined today by Leslie and Heidi again but they also brought in Paula Norcott who works as a lactation consultant. We covered lots of topics and it was such an interesting conver…
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Cavities are for dentists, perio is for the RDH, right? Unfortunately lots of people people actually believe this! There is no room to just stay in our lanes on this one so please listen to Katrina Sanders as she answers, "Do cavities affect periodontal disease?" Resources:More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sa…
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On this episode Andrew Johnston, RDH talks about the level of influence clinicians have in their own operatory. We don't need to rely on the person who has the most clicks or the most likes, we can rely on ourselves to get our patients happier and healthier. andrew@ataleoftwohygienists.com
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Welcome to the first part of the Myofunctional Therapy Series of 2024. Heidi Giasson and Leslie Farrin join me to lay down the baseline conversation about this space. They are doing really cool things, they are collaborative with healthcare professionals from other spaces, and really want to help everyone out. Be sure to reach out to them! Contact …
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What do you do when you're sick? There is an expectation that you will just power through it and get to work but ethically you should NOT be spreading disease. That is a tough one... In this Ask The Experts we cover recovery time - is getting plenty of rest and fluids really helpful?
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In this episode we chat with Cindy Gaskill, RDH about what her experiences were like being an educator. She answers questions about salary and benefits, work/life balance, pathways, educational requirements and more! If you wanted to reach out to her, you can email her - cgaskillrdh@hamilton.net
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We know we are supposed to educate our patients on how periodontal disease impacts our heart health, but how do we approach the subject, where do we start? How about endothelial dysfunction which leads to arterial disease. Machell joins us this week to give you the talking points you need so grab a pen and paper to be sure you take notes! Reach out…
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In this episode we welcome in Amber Auger, RDH to talk about risk assessments (starting around minute 10). Before that, we catch up on what its like to be a KOL, how to develop yourself and how to partner with great companies like VOCO. In addition to perfoming the risk assessments, we need to be prepared to treat what we find and www.voco.dental h…
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It's not easy getting older... said every old person ever. One of the responsible things to do as we age is to work with a doctor and a team of specialists as needed to keep your health in check. This week's episode, Andrew did just that. He got some bloodwork done for the first time ever and had a friend join him on the podcast to discuss the resu…
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In this episode of Fast Facts Ask The Expert, we are joined by Valerie Dangler who shares who she is, where is came from, and dives into the DSO world with us. Val answers a crucial question lots of people have, what is a DSO and how do we find good ones? Valdentsolutions@gmail.com Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/den…
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Leaving clinical dental hygiene is a tough decision. It is even more complicated when you are forced out do to things beyond your control. Meet Stephanie, a hygienist who loves working chairside and would do almost anything to get back to it, but its not possible... In this episode we talk about how hard it is mentally and emotionally when you can …
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What is our purpose as a dental professional? How have our desires, ambitions, and expectations changed over the last several decades? How do we become more fulfilled and find our purpose? Join us in this amazing conversation with Corey Jameson-Kuehl! RDH View Episode - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=In9CzqfVHLA Corey's contact information - corey…
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Patient safety is our first priority and so we would never want to do anything to put them in harms way. So when it comes to choosing to use epinephrine, how do we evaluate the pros and the cons? Listen to this episode with Tom Viola to find out! https://www.tomviola.com/ @pharmacologydeclassified Tom@tomviola.com…
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We are taught proper ultrasonic insert maintenance in school, but do we remember when we are supposed to have them replaced? Even if you do remember, the DuraTip by Parkell is resetting all of the rules. Listen to this episode to hear about a better way to practice with ultrasonics. noel.ultrasonicsplus@gmail.com timh@parkell.com parkell.com…
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Meet Lori Angdahl, BA, RDH. She, like so many other RDHs, is constantly juggling all of the responsibilities of being a hygienist while also trying to run a small business and be a mother. Does this sound familiar? In this episode Lori talks about her goals in each area of life to help her live a happier and healthier life! Give it a listen and see…
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In this episode Andrew addresses comments and questions from the audience about 2023 and also talks about what to expect for 2024. It should be a really great year! In this episode he covers: What did you think of 2023? How is the new job? How is the pup? What challenges did you have in 2023? What were the favorite episodes from 2023? What are you …
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Have you had a patient walk into the office, find out that they need periodontal therapy, and then request for "just a normal cleaning"? This can be tough to figure out how to navigate but we do have certain legal and ethical responsibilities. Listen in for this episode as Katrina tells us more! Resources:Yousefi Y, Meldrum J, Jan AH. Periodontal A…
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It's time for the end of year wrap up for A Tale of Two Hygienists so we are bringing you a really low key insider peek to a conversation I had with Anna, Heather, and Lizz. We talk a bit about the importance of a community and podcasting. We talk about holiday parties, Christmas bonuses, gifts for the boss, and so much more. Thank you so much for …
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Merry Christmas! This week, Katrina Sanders is keeping with the holiday theme and talks about the naughty and nice list. Are your patients doing what they should be to stay healthy? Resources:More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders Instagram: https://w…
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New Dental Podcast Alert!!!! Lancette VanGuilder has a new show called Beyond Breathing which focuses on airway including sleep apnea, mouth breathing, nitric oxide, and so much more. Please find her show on your podcast apps and give her some support! Resources: Email: LancetteVG@Gmail.com LinkedIn and Facebook search Lancette VanGuilder…
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It comes up in the facebook groups quite often, is Perio Protect the real thing or is it just a way for the office to make money? In this episode we speak to the everyday RDH who is using Perio Protect in their offices and ask them the questions you are asking - how much do they charge? does it really work? how time consuming is it? Don't miss this…
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Researchers are developing a special toothpaste for patients with a peanut allergy. Why and what will you be hearing from your patients about this new idea? Listen in to this week's short episode with Katrina Sanders! Resources:More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com …
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In this episode we talk about how sugar is quickly destroying our health but not just in the mouth, throughout our whole body. And amazingly we have this substance xylitol that promotes health in these same places - the mouth and the rest of the body. Special thanks to Erika Flateau for guest co-hosting this episode recorded on the floor at RDH Und…
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