On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew is joined by Crystal Spring, RDH in an interview with guest co-host Erika Flateau, RDH. Crystal talks to us about the importance of medical and dental integration as it relates to the oral-systemic link. She shares about the work that she does … [Read more...] about Public Health is Not Sub-Standard Care with Crystal Spring, RDH – 344
“D9993: Fast Facts Coding Edition”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts – Coding Edition with Teresa Duncan, MS Teresa gives us a breakdown of code D9993 which is part of the suite of dental case management codes. D9993 specifically relates to motivational interviewing, a very helpful skill to possess in the … [Read more...] about “D9993: Fast Facts Coding Edition”
Success Rates of Pediatric Dental Referrals made by Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioners – Science Sunday
Early childhood caries is a public health concern with high rates of untreated carious lesions among children being a burden for missed school days as well as pain and suffering. Public health dental hygienists are poised to manage the disease burden by providing care and referrals for further … [Read more...] about Success Rates of Pediatric Dental Referrals made by Public Health Dental Hygiene Practitioners – Science Sunday
Putting Evidence-based Research into Practice
This week, Matt chats with Josefine Ortiz Wolfe, PhD, RDH, CHES, about why using evidence-based research is critical in guiding our clinical decision making. Join us to learn more about Josefine’s journey as a dental hygienist, her role in expanding her education and her leadership as a past chair … [Read more...] about Putting Evidence-based Research into Practice
Student Focused Presents: Public Health vs. Private Practice – Episode 301
Please Leave a Review! On this Student Focused Roundtable Michelle is joined by Crystal Spring, RDH and Janet Crosswhite, RDH to talk about public health vs. private practice. Both Janet and Crystal work in the public health realm and share their experiences from working in public health and … [Read more...] about Student Focused Presents: Public Health vs. Private Practice – Episode 301
Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Previous studies have shown the oral microbiome stays stable unless it is disturbed by medication, disease, low pH, or significant changes in diet. Dysbiosis of the oral microbiome by colonization of aciduric and acidophilic bacteria is associated with dental caries. In a clinical study published in … [Read more...] about Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
What Happened To You? Discussing ACEs with Jasmin Haley, RDH, MSDH, CDA – 288
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! Inspired by the book, What Happened To You?, by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey, Michelle and Andrew … [Read more...] about What Happened To You? Discussing ACEs with Jasmin Haley, RDH, MSDH, CDA – 288
Carrie Wucinich, RDH Top 5 Ways To Bring Your Light!
This week on your Dental Top 5 Podcast, your host Amanda Hill, RDH is talking with Carrie Wucinich, RDH about the top 5 ways to bring your light! Episode Highlights Carrie’s Background Where The Sugar Bugs Live Carrie’s Top 5 Quotes “I knew in the back of my head that the kids … [Read more...] about Carrie Wucinich, RDH Top 5 Ways To Bring Your Light!
