February, a month of many observations, is also American Heart Month. American Heart Month, proclaimed in 1964, recognizes the importance of cardiovascular health as heart disease continues to be the number one killer of Americans. Many organizations, such as the American Heart Association and the … [Read more...] about Heart Health Month – A Blog Post By Lacy Walker, RDH
Have You Started Skipping Oral Cancer Screenings? – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
According to the American Cancer Society's most recent estimates, 53,260 people will get oral cancer in the oral cavity or oropharyngeal area. An estimated 10,750 will die of these types of cancers. Hundreds of cases are being identified in the United States every day, and one person dies from it … [Read more...] about Have You Started Skipping Oral Cancer Screenings? – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
PDT – Here for you! A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Paradise Dental Technologies has been a sponsor for the “A Tale of Two Hygienists” podcast since the beginning and their loyalty has been greatly appreciated. I had the privilege of meeting Linda Miller, the CEO of PDT, for dinner in Chicago, Illinois earlier this year with other colleagues before … [Read more...] about PDT – Here for you! A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Do you know someone or have patients with an airway disorder? – Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Do you know someone or have patients with an airway disorder? I do, and I am sure many of you do as well. Michelle and I had the opportunity to attend the Airway Advocate Workshop in Johns Island, SC, in 2019, presented by Julia Worrall that focused on the airway's importance and its relationship … [Read more...] about Do you know someone or have patients with an airway disorder? – Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Top 5 Chairside Chats You Need To Have With Your Patients! – Lacy Walker and Amanda Hill
This week on your Dental Top 5 Podcast, your host Amanda Hill is joined by Lacy Walker, RDH! Lacy informs us of the top 5 chairside chats you need to have with your patients! Episode Highlights Lacy’s background Whole body health - a goal for all dental professionals Top 5 … [Read more...] about Top 5 Chairside Chats You Need To Have With Your Patients! – Lacy Walker and Amanda Hill
Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think Have you ever had such a dry mouth that you start choking on food? Taken allergy medications or received allergy shots and had a negative reaction? Have sinus congestion that causes you to mouth breathe? Having experienced all the scenarios … [Read more...] about Saliva is Essential & More Important Than You Think – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
All things Lacy Walker part 2 – Reflection Health Podcast
This week on Reflection Health Podcast, Machell Hudson is joined by Lacy Walker! Lacy is a Dental Hygienist, CE Guru, Health and Fitness Junkee and so much more! This is part 2 of a 2 part series with Lacy, if you missed last week be sure to go listen! Episode Highlights All Things Lacy … [Read more...] about All things Lacy Walker part 2 – Reflection Health Podcast
All things Lacy Walker, RDH part 1 – Reflection Health Podcast
This week on Reflection Health Podcast, Machell Hudson is joined by Lacy Walker! Lacy is a Dental Hygienist, CE Guru, Health and Fitness Junkee and so much more! This is part 1 of a 2 part series with Lacy! Episode Highlights All Things Lacy Walker CE Health and … [Read more...] about All things Lacy Walker, RDH part 1 – Reflection Health Podcast
Employers and Employees: A Dental Team Match – A Blog Post
Employers and Employees: A Dental Team Match I am so excited about the “Working as a Team” series this month, and I hope you are too! The match between any dental hygiene practitioner and the office we provide services for is paramount to the success of any practice(s). Over my 20 plus years … [Read more...] about Employers and Employees: A Dental Team Match – A Blog Post
Technology that Improves Periodontal Outcomes – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
Imagine being able to see what you are removing in a deep periodontal pocket. Wouldn't it be great to see what you are removing rather than guessing and hoping for the best that you removed all the pathogenic bacteria, calculus, and biofilm? Equally important, wouldn't it be nice to catch something … [Read more...] about Technology that Improves Periodontal Outcomes – A Blog Post by Lacy Walker, RDH
