HPV-related oropharyngeal cancers (OPC) are on the rise. In recent years HPV-related OPC has surpassed the HPV-related cervical cancer global burden. Dental professionals are already very involved in secondary and tertiary prevention regarding OPC with screening diagnosis and in some cases … [Read more...] about Impact of HPV Immunization Training on Dental Hygiene Students’ Attitudes and Confidence Regarding HPV Preventive Education
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontal Diagnostics”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about Periodontal diagnostics systems that have been used, and the current system in place! Quotes: “I think we can all acknowledge that throughout time the AAP has been making … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Periodontal Diagnostics”
Quality of life in survivors of oropharyngeal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 1366 patients – Science Sunday
In recent years there has been an increase in the rate of oropharyngeal cancers. This is attributed to the human papillomavirus (HPV) epidemic. Though the survival rate of those with HPV-related oropharyngeal cancer (OPC) is better than those with OPC related to tobacco and alcohol use, what is the … [Read more...] about Quality of life in survivors of oropharyngeal cancer: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 1366 patients – Science Sunday
TIPisode Multi-Benefit Products with Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH who has been a dental hygienist for 40 years! Sherri talks to us today about products from GC America that have multiple benefits for your patients. Episode Highlights MI Paste Line CPP/ACP … [Read more...] about TIPisode Multi-Benefit Products with Sherri Lukes, RDH, MS, FAADH
What If A Monkey Can’t Do Your Job?
EP 18: What If A Monkey Can’t Do Your Job? Working in a dental office is hard. New employees have to learn weird terminology, work with weird tools and handle weird patients. No wonder staffing is difficult. We talked about a report from Dentalpost.net that surveyed the industry about … [Read more...] about What If A Monkey Can’t Do Your Job?
Treating Minorities: Start In the Community Not The Operatory with Alicia Murria, RDH, MS(C) and Daniel Lopez, RDH – 275
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! In honor of National Minority Health Month, Andrew and Michelle welcome two passionate experts in the field to the podcast … [Read more...] about Treating Minorities: Start In the Community Not The Operatory with Alicia Murria, RDH, MS(C) and Daniel Lopez, RDH – 275
Katharine Martinez, MPH, RDH: Top 5 Roles for a Hospital Hygienist
This week on your Dental Top 5 Podcast, your host Amanda Hill, RDH is talking with Katharine Martinez, MPH, RDH about the Top 5 ways to integrate an oral health educator into a hospital. Episode Highlights Dental Medical Integration Top 5 Quotes “I’m not just a teeth … [Read more...] about Katharine Martinez, MPH, RDH: Top 5 Roles for a Hospital Hygienist
Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium”
On this week’s episode of Fast Facts - Perio Edition your host, Katrina Sanders, RDH talks to us about the Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium. Quotes: “Help me out, Dad. What is the percentage of individuals who have moderate to severe gingivitis? And that number … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Perio Edition “Prevalence of Diseases of the Periodontium”
Exploring lay public and dental professional knowledge around HPV transmission via oral sex and oral cancer development – Science Sunday
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) plays an independent role in the development of about one-third of all oral cancers. It is quite prevalent with 3 in every 4 sexually active men and women infected worldwide, most without symptoms. In a recent study published in 2019 in the journal BMC Public Health the … [Read more...] about Exploring lay public and dental professional knowledge around HPV transmission via oral sex and oral cancer development – Science Sunday
Don’t Let Dry Mouth Get Your Patients Down
Please Rate this Podcast! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Connie Simmons, RDH to talk about dry mouth, and solutions for your patients! Episode Highlights Remineralization Locate the cause of dry mouth FluoriMax5000 Allday Dry Mouth … [Read more...] about Don’t Let Dry Mouth Get Your Patients Down
