Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews According to a Global Burden of Disease study in 2015 periodontal disease is the 6th most prevalent disease worldwide with an overall prevalence of 11.2%. The cost of loss productivity in the U.S. from severe … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Quality of Life: Umbrella Review of Systematic Reviews – Science Sunday
Would You Be A Nasal Hygienist? Nasal Hygiene With Nathan Jones From Xlear
On this bonus episode we are joined by the founder of Xlear Nasal Spray, Nathan Jones. Nathan talks to us about the importance of nasal hygiene and how we as dental hygienists can also serve as nasal hygienists. Nathan provides examples of how we can educate our patients, and provide them resources … [Read more...] about Would You Be A Nasal Hygienist? Nasal Hygiene With Nathan Jones From Xlear
Dr. Mia Geisinger: When To Refer Out To Perio Specialty 314
Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Dr. Mia Geisinger to talk about Perio. Dr. Geisinger dives into the referral process highlighting when to treat, vs. when to refer to a specialist. Special thank you to Paradise Dental … [Read more...] about Dr. Mia Geisinger: When To Refer Out To Perio Specialty 314
Periodontal Disease and Emotional Disorders: A Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
Periodontal disease has been associated with brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Little is known regarding any association with periodontal disease and emotional brain disorders such as depression and anxiety. In a meta-analysis published in 2021 in the Journal of Clinical … [Read more...] about Periodontal Disease and Emotional Disorders: A Meta-analysis – Science Sunday
313 Student Focused Presents: Military Vs. Civilian RDH
Please Leave a Review! On this student focused episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists we are joined by Tiffany Grant, BS, RDH to discuss her experience of being a hygienist in and her journey after departing the military. Special thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies for … [Read more...] about 313 Student Focused Presents: Military Vs. Civilian RDH
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Chediak-Higashi Syndrome”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Chediak-Higashi Syndrome. Quotes: “So these individuals who present … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Chediak-Higashi Syndrome”
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
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Papillon-Lefèvre”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition, Katrina Sanders, we are continuing the conversation around periodontitis as a manifestation of systemic disease discussing patients that present with Papillon-Lefèvre. Quotes: “Patients who present with Papillon-Lefèvre … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontitis as a Manifestation of Systemic Disease – Papillon-Lefèvre”
