We talk quite a bit about diabetes, blood pressure, and chronic illnesses with our patients prior to their appointments. We try to work with the greater healthcare community but why doesn't it go both ways? We need a better communication system for our partners in healthcare! Rheumatoid Arthritis … [Read more...] about Rheumatoid Arthritis, Attitudes, and the Conversations we SHOULD be having – Fast Facts: Perio Edition with Katrina Sanders
Periodontal Disease and Intima-Media Thickness Correlation with Katrina Sanders
Fast Facts is back this week as Katrina explains the correlation between Intima-Media Thickness, Periodontal Disease, and Hypertension! Resources: More Fast Facts: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/fast-facts/ Katrina Sanders Website: https://www.katrinasanders.com Katrina Sanders … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Intima-Media Thickness Correlation with Katrina Sanders
TIPisode Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know with Johnson Duncan, FNP-C, ENP-C
On this TIPisode we are joined by Johnson Duncan, FNP-C, ENP-C to talk about blood pressure. Johnson covers what blood pressure numbers mean, how to set an appropriate environment for taking blood pressure, what uncontrolled hypertension can lead to, red flag numbers to be aware of, and modifiable … [Read more...] about TIPisode Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know with Johnson Duncan, FNP-C, ENP-C
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 84 “Cannabis 3 – Considerations for Cannabis use in patients”
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series focused on cannabis focusing on some things you should consider if your patients admit to using cannabis before their dental appointment. This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 84 “Cannabis 3 – Considerations for Cannabis use in patients”
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 77 “Supplements 5 – Garlic”
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting one of the "G Herbs"... Garlic! Not only used for cooking this supplement offers some health benefits (If eaten raw), but also come factors to be aware … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 77 “Supplements 5 – Garlic”
“Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
“Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, Katrina brings to our attention a new study from the Journal of the American Heart Association that focuses on the link between oral bacteria … [Read more...] about “Oral Bacteria Linked to Hypertension: A Study” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 6 “Coronary Artery Disease”
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) highlighting various treatments and medications these patients may be taking and what they mean for dentistry. Big Thank You to our amazing sponsor for this series, Elevate Oral … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 6 “Coronary Artery Disease”
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 5 “Hypertension Medications”
On this Facts Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. talks to us about medications for hypertension and what they mean for your patient! Big Thank You to our amazing sponsor for this series, Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates innovative and proven prevention-focused oral … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Episode 5 “Hypertension Medications”