This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Brooke Crouch, RDH from Elevate Oral Care to talk to us about dry mouth and using Allday Dry Mouth Spray to treat your patients. Episode Highlights Causes of Dry Mouth Allday Dry Mouth Spray Xylitol Quotes “Dry mouth … [Read more...] about TIPisode: Zeroing In On Xerostomia
Clinical Comparison of an Electric-powered Ionic Toothbrush and a Manual Toothbrush in Plaque Reduction: A randomized Clinical Trial – Science Sunday
Controlling plaque accumulation is imperative to good oral health. Plaque accumulation leads to inflammation that can cause dental disease if not managed properly. In a clinical trial published in 2021 in the International Journal of Dental Hygiene the authors aimed to “evaluate the plaque removal … [Read more...] about Clinical Comparison of an Electric-powered Ionic Toothbrush and a Manual Toothbrush in Plaque Reduction: A randomized Clinical Trial – Science Sunday
Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Without question, the accumulation of dental plaque and biofilm contributes to the most frequent dental disease, caries, periodontal disease, and gingivitis. The contribution of plaque and biofilm to dental disease makes it imperative to manage the accumulation in interproximal areas. In a systemic … [Read more...] about Does flossing before or after brushing influence the reduction in the plaque index? A systematic review and meta-analysis
Giving Back During The Pandemic
Matt discusses how the pandemic led to the development of a non-profit to give back to the community. Jessica Morgan joins Matt this week to share her story about her idea and the hard work that led to her being on Good Morning America and recently receiving an ADHA Institute for Oral Health … [Read more...] about Giving Back During The Pandemic
Teledentistry and mHealth for Promotion and Prevention of Oral Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Teledentistry combines the use of telecommunications and dentistry, while mobile health (mHealth) utilizes mobile phones and other wireless technologies as a way to communicate health promotion. Teledentitry has been proposed as an effective and efficient way to reach rural communities. The current … [Read more...] about Teledentistry and mHealth for Promotion and Prevention of Oral Health: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Matt talks with Carrie Wucinich, RDH
This week Matt Crespin is joined by Carrie Wucinich, RDH author of Where the Sugar Bugs Live. About the Book: Are you constantly nagging your children to brush and floss their teeth? Where the Sugar Bugs Live is here to help! Most parents struggle when it comes to the … [Read more...] about Matt talks with Carrie Wucinich, RDH
TIPisode Small Change, Big Impact
Please Rate this Podcast! This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Andrea Wiseman, RDH to talk about Children's Dental Health Month and the importance of starting good oral hygiene habits young. Episode Highlights Product Choice Product Choice Metered … [Read more...] about TIPisode Small Change, Big Impact
Talking Spit
Welcome to the dental-ish podcast! Your hosts Martelle Coke, Chris Williams and Anaika Forbes discuss “Talking Spit”, their individual oral hygiene habits. Episode Highlights: Catching up with the co-hosts, oral hygiene habits and trends; and jokes abound; ’-ish of the week: riots at … [Read more...] about Talking Spit
The Effect of Standoff Distance and Surface Roughness on Biofilm Disruption Using Cavitation – Science Sunday
The Effect of Standoff Distance and Surface Roughness on Biofilm Disruption Using Cavitation Dental implants are increasingly becoming a regular mode for tooth replacement with a low failure rate, they are the best option dentistry has to offer patients. Biofilm is associated with dental implant … [Read more...] about The Effect of Standoff Distance and Surface Roughness on Biofilm Disruption Using Cavitation – Science Sunday
TIPisode A Look At Tri Plaque ID Gel From GC America
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Susan Wingrove, RDH to talk about Tri Plaque ID Gel from GC America! Episode Highlights Biofilm Hygienists Role Saliva Testing and Ph Appointment Breakdown Tri Plaque Gel Quotes “Wow product to … [Read more...] about TIPisode A Look At Tri Plaque ID Gel From GC America
