Barbara Tritz is one of the most fascinating individuals and in this episode she helps us learn the role of a biologic dental hygienist and how she helps get her patients so healthy. She has a different way of practicing and it really pays off! Give it a listen! Resources: Fluoride … [Read more...] about 377 Biological Dental Hygiene with Barbara Tritz, MSB, BSDATE, RDH
“Mummies and Scurvy” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
In this episode Katrina Sanders goes back, way back, back into time. She goes to ancient Egypt and discusses the discoveries of periodontal disease in mummies. She also relays other correlations like scurvy and type 1 diabetes. Resources: More Fast … [Read more...] about “Mummies and Scurvy” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
TIPisode Metabolic Health with Amber Auger, RDH
On this TIPisode Amber Auger, RDH talks to us about the effects of sugar on the body. Amber dives into the diabetes epidemic and shares about metabolic health and its impact on oral health. Amber is a practicing hygienist, international Speaker and creator of Thrive in the Op … [Read more...] about TIPisode Metabolic Health with Amber Auger, RDH
Pumpkin, Patients, and Periodontitis! OH MY! “Fast Facts: Perio Edition”
This week we are loving up on Thanksgiving once again, this time talking about a favorite dessert, and that is of course pumpkin pie. Who doesn't love it when your waistband is so stretched out from that fabulous Thanksgiving dinner and yet you still find a little bit more room for a tiny little … [Read more...] about Pumpkin, Patients, and Periodontitis! OH MY! “Fast Facts: Perio Edition”
“Thankful for Turkey: What we know about Turkey & Periodontitis” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
Thanksgiving is upon us, and we’d be remiss to celebrate Turkey and not talk about what we understand about Turkey and periodontitis. Today's, Fast Facts Perio edition looks at some of the associations between the consumption of turkey or poultry and what that dietary pattern means for … [Read more...] about “Thankful for Turkey: What we know about Turkey & Periodontitis” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
Testicle Festival: We Had a Ball (Many Actually)
On this special bonus episode, Andrew, Brittany, and return guest of the podcast Daniel Hulbert talk about a trip that Andrew and Brittany took to Paxico, KS to attend the WB County Mountain Oyster Fry! Tune in to hear about our experience, and the amazing event put in place annually to support … [Read more...] about Testicle Festival: We Had a Ball (Many Actually)
“Paxlovid Mouth” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders talks to us about the prescription of Paxlovid and some associated side effects such as dysgeusia. Quotes: “It's an oral antiviral pill that can be taken at home to help keep high-risk patients from … [Read more...] about “Paxlovid Mouth” Fast Facts: Perio Edition
It’s a Cheat, Not a Treat with Dr. Susan Maples
On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists Andrew is joined by Dr. Susan Maples and Machell Hudson, RDH to discuss being an integrative healthcare provider and partner, healthy diet, communicating with your patients about their diet (spoiler: It is okay to say poop shoots and farts) and so much … [Read more...] about It’s a Cheat, Not a Treat with Dr. Susan Maples
