476 Alliance of Dental Hygiene Practitioners with Heidi Desmarais!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Release Date: 02/26/2025
484 Lead Aprons: Regulation vs Recommendation with Sue Scherer
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
The ADA put out a position paper in February 2024 regarding recommendations for use of lead aprons (and similar barriers) during dental xray exposure. The result has been some confusion on what type of enforcement the ADA has for the practitioner and if a recommendation carries the same weight as regulation. Join us as Sue Scherer sets things straight! Resources: The effects of device position on the operator's radiation dose when using a handheld portable X-ray device: The ADA Press Release on Radiation Safety Sue Scherer BS, RDH
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Nano vs Micro Hydroxyapatite
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Hydroxyapatite has been buzzing in the dental world lately, but it is not one size fits all! Listen to this episode to hear what it takes to be a high quality product, and how you can get your free sample! DrJenOralcare.com for your free sample!
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Periodontal Disease: Is It The Patient's Fault?
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
In this episode, Andrew Johnston discusses the common dilemma happening in offices everywhere - the patient presents with periodontal disease, but just a little bit. How do we handle that? Is it the patients' fault our ours? Where do we go from here? How much perio is an acceptable amount of perio? We discuss in this short episode! ** In partnership with Perio Protect. Perioprotect.com/RDH
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483 Pre-Appointment Patient Assessments vs Judgements
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Join host Andrew Johnston for this rambling episode all about chart prep! Exciting right? The truth is, preparing for your patient's appointments is extremely important to delivering comprehensive care. Additionally, those who do deliver top level care are on the front lines protecting our profession - give this episode a listen to learn how!
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The 411 on Xylitol Gum with Katrina Sanders
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Xylitol has been a wonderful disruptor in the dental profession but are there really any benefits to our favorite name brand gum with added xylitol or is this a marketing ploy? Listen to this short episode as Katrina Sanders discusses the impact of xylitol gum on plaque accumulation, saliva production, and caries risk... and if they are getting the targeted 5 grams of xylitol through chewing gum. Resources: More Fast Facts: Katrina Sanders Website: Katrina Sanders Instagram:
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482 The Whitening Playbook with Rachel Hicks
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
This episode is all about teeth whitening with the delightful Rachel Hicks. We cover so many subtopics in this show including if lights are gimmicky or necessary, what the different percentages mean on the packages, post op care, and so so much more! If whitening is your thing, be sure to check out her show - link in the shownotes! Resources: Follow Rach on all platforms Elevate your clinics whitening system Listen to the podcast exclusively on Teeth Whitening- Read the studies Tooth Whitening Book Recommendation: Tooth Whitening by...
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The Oral Microbiome – Building a Power Punch Defense With Machell Hudson-Hoover
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Ready to be out of your comfort zone? Listen to this short episode with Machell Hudson-Hoover on home care routines and strategies for health outside of the often overused 'brush and floss' advice. Resources: Machell@rdhhealth
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481 Florida Dental Hygiene Alliance with Catherine Cabanzon!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
On this episode we meet up with Cathy Cabanzon and we talk about the role of the board of dentistry, what power they have to make and enforce rules, and how people can be involved in making changes to improve the dental health of those living within their state’s borders. Cathy is doing an amazing thing in helping establish this alliance. Not only are they doing advocacy work but I just saw on their website that they are offering a free course on my functional therapy and have all sorts of resources for that. If you want to know more about that head over to Florida Dental Hygiene...
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The Dental Hygiene Divide!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Do we have a huge rift amongst the hygiene profession? Are dental hygienists divided? In this episode we talk about the perception of division and how we should evaluate our role as part of the greater RDH profession.
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480 The Clinical Struggle Is Real with Danielle Avila and Laura Bettencourt!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
In this episode we have Danielle Avila and Laura Bettencourt on the show to talk about the things that matter most to us… clinical dental hygiene. We talk about the bloody prophy, difficult patients, and the frustrations that come with being a dental hygienist. It’s incredibly insightful and it’s great to hear the real life experiences of fellow hygienists as they struggle with burnout, difficult dentists, under diagnosing and so much more! @diamondgirlscoaching on insta
info_outlineAre you looking to get out of the office but still see patients? Would you be interested in being your own boss? Give this episode a listen as Heidi Desmarais explains what a hygiene practitioner is, what they can do, and what resources are available through the Alliance of Dental Hygiene Practitioners!