This episode focuses on spending habits and lessons learned from past recessions. Sameer Bhasin is CareCredit’s VP of Alliances and has worked with dental offices for over 20 years. He shared that cosmetic surgery was the first division of CareCredit to rebound after the lockdown. So is it easier … [Read more...] about EP 87: Why Do People Spend on Pets Rather Than Teeth?
TIPisode The Solution To Disorganized Offices
This TIPisode is brought to you by Zirc Dental. We are joined by Tina Punton, who talks to us about the cost of disorganization and what it means for your office. Zirc has solutions for your practice that will decrease your disorganization, stress and that are beautiful for your patients to look … [Read more...] about TIPisode The Solution To Disorganized Offices
Gross Offices, Crotch Lasers and Medicare
We try hard to keep your interest! All topics are addressed in this episode. What’s your OSHA horror story? Do you have a patient story you’d like to share? Believe me - we are so interested! We wrap up with Teresa talking about insurance - so pretty much just like most episodes. … [Read more...] about Gross Offices, Crotch Lasers and Medicare
Infection Control Hot Topics With Carrie Ibbetson, RDH And Jennifer Stanley, RDH – 296
Please Leave a Review! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimers it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get your free CE Credit! It’s A Tale of Two Hygienists’, roundtable edition, which means Andrew and Michelle have invited … [Read more...] about Infection Control Hot Topics With Carrie Ibbetson, RDH And Jennifer Stanley, RDH – 296
Praise or Ping-Pong? What Do Employees Want In Today’s Office
Is your office fun enough to keep employees happy? If you answered no then you may be in good shape! Turns out praise and appreciation is way more important than a ping-pong table. Who knew? Kevin discusses the overwhelming message he hears from his audience members and Teresa shares her strip club … [Read more...] about Praise or Ping-Pong? What Do Employees Want In Today’s Office
Aerosol and Spatter Reduction Efficacy of Mr. Thirsty® and Alternative Products
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the need for dental hygienists to be aware of aerosols and spatter. In the past aerosols and spatter have been a concern, but never to the degree it is today. The COVID-19 pandemic has been a thorn in the side of dentistry since day one, however it has … [Read more...] about Aerosol and Spatter Reduction Efficacy of Mr. Thirsty® and Alternative Products
Giving Back At A Whole Different Level
Live at the ADHA Conference Matt chats with ADHD member Laura Vanderwerf who is the current president of the Oregon Dental Hygienists Association. Laura shares her journey in dental hygiene living in various places around the country and working in a unique work setting for a dental support … [Read more...] about Giving Back At A Whole Different Level
EP 80: Micromanagers and Dental Witches with Dr. Gina Dorfman
Dr. Gina Dorfman joins me to discuss her perspectives on patient behavior, group interviews, and not managing like a witch. Could you be a micromanager and not even know it? I was one - I’ll admit it. We then talk about how patients are usually ready to commit when they contact you. I think you’ll … [Read more...] about EP 80: Micromanagers and Dental Witches with Dr. Gina Dorfman
Top 5 Things You Don’t Learn In Hygiene School
This week on Your Dental Top 5 Podcast your host Amanda Hill, RDH is talking with Beth Shaw, RDH about the top 5 things you don’t learn in hygiene school. Episode Highlights Beth’s Top 5 Quotes “My institution was amazing, I felt so prepared for … [Read more...] about Top 5 Things You Don’t Learn In Hygiene School
Why Is Everyone Picking On Specialists?
We opened up talking about a Minneapolis practice that has finally reopened after last year’s riots. Hats off to Dr. Ali Barbarawi for committing to his community when many businesses fled. We then shifted to talking about specialists and why it’s been a struggle for some of them. Could the decision … [Read more...] about Why Is Everyone Picking On Specialists?
