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
Medical-Dental Integration in Arizona Part 2
On this week’s podcast, Matt continues his chat with Laurie Clark, RDH, AP, BADH about her work as a dental hygienist at Dignity Health in Arizona. Listen in as she shares her experience working in a primary care setting and being part of the medical team. Plus, Matt reflects on his time at the ADHA … [Read more...] about Medical-Dental Integration in Arizona Part 2
Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Previous studies have shown the oral microbiome stays stable unless it is disturbed by medication, disease, low pH, or significant changes in diet. Dysbiosis of the oral microbiome by colonization of aciduric and acidophilic bacteria is associated with dental caries. In a clinical study published in … [Read more...] about Low Microbiome in Populations with a Low and High Prevalence of Caries
Products For Your Pediatric And Teen Patients
This week on A Tale of Two Hygienists TIPisode we are joined by Pediatric Dentist, Dr.Jeannette MacLean to talk to us about the expanding MI Paste line from GC America. Episode Highlights What is MI Paste? Recaldent Using MI Paste in Your Practice Pediatric … [Read more...] about Products For Your Pediatric And Teen Patients
Pediatrician With A Passion For Oral Health Collaboration
Live from the ADHA Annual Conference, Matt chats with Dr. Patricia Braun, MD a pediatrician in Colorado leading the charge for medical dental integration. They discuss the research on outcomes and feasibility of integrating a dental hygienist into a medical practice. Episode … [Read more...] about Pediatrician With A Passion For Oral Health Collaboration
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
Matt Talks with Lindsay Deinhammer, RN, BSN and Jenna Linden, RDH, CDHC from Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin
This week Matt Crespin is joined by members of his team from Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin to talk about the Dental Medical Alliance Project! Lindsay Deinhammer, RN, BSN and Jenna Linden, RDH, CDHC discuss the work they do at the Children’s Health Alliance to promote dental medical … [Read more...] about Matt Talks with Lindsay Deinhammer, RN, BSN and Jenna Linden, RDH, CDHC from Children’s Health Alliance of Wisconsin
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
