493 Assistants Doing the Scaling, Is It Worth It? With Dr. Pam Maragliano, Dr. David Rice, Dr. Mia Geisinger, and Katrina Sanders!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Release Date: 06/25/2025
500 Under One Roof Roundtable Nonsense with Jessica Atkinson, Melissa Calhoun, and Megen Elliott!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Probably the best episode we have ever released. Will you learn something? maybe if you care about geographic tongue's relationship to Celiac Disease and giraffe milk vs cow milk ... but will it be a great listen? Absolutely! If you are a fan of quick-paced episodes with a frequent bouncing around of topics, this is for you! Special thanks to Jessica, Melissa, Megen, and surprise guest... MAJET!
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Ketamine: A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Ketamine is not a new drug but it is absolutely on the rise! Give this episode a listen to see what our pal Tom Viola has to say about it! Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing , visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified
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Re-inventing Fluoride Varnish with Jen Post! **Bonus**
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
In this episode with Jen Post, we talk about what factors are really needed to make Fluoride Varnish effective... and you might be surprised at the answers! Instead of doing the same thing in just a different way, Solventum (formerly 3M) have gone to the drawing board to reformulate the options we have for better patient protection with patient AND clinician compliance. Give this episode a listen! Resources 3m.com/solventum and Jen Post on linked in
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499 The Functional Roots Hygienists with Heather Kenney and Amanda Hale!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
If time wasn't an issue, if everything was free, if you had the autonomy to practice any way you want... would you practice differently? Amanda Hale and Heather Kenney from the Functional Roots podcast join me today to offer a different than mainstream point of view on the practice of holistic dental hygiene. If you want more of this kind of conversation, be sure to head over to their show! Resources: @functionalrootspodcast on insta
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Why Gingiva Looks Diseased But I Do Not Detect Calculus - Ask The Expert with Katrina Sanders!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Have you had this situation before? You begin your perio chart, can see there is boneloss and find the gingiva to be red, ulcerated, irritated with deep pocketing.... but no calculus. How do you treat this and what do you do? Resources: More Fast Facts: Katrina Sanders Website: Katrina Sanders Instagram:
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498 Biofilm Is The Enemy, But How Do We Detect It? With Anjuli Avis
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Sometimes, we just need to get out of our own way and embrace the new. With advances in technology, our ability to operate more efficiently has never been better. The foundation of what we do is education, and what better way to educate than when a patient can visually see where the problem areas are? Anjuli Avis rejoins the show to talk about a new way to detect biofilm and its application in dentistry! Resources: Follow Anjuli on instagram - Check out AIOBIO here -
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High Caries Risk Patients? Super Paste to the Rescue!
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Are 5000ppm prescription pastes still a thing or should we be rethinking the formula? In this episode Peter dives into what ingredients they found to be necessary for a Super Paste. Don't let your high risk patients out the door without the protection they need! **In partnership with Dr. Jen Oral Care DrJenOralcare.com for your free sample!
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Introducing SmileSip: Sipsters Wanted!! with Misty Mattingly
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
Misty is back with an amazing opportunity for the entrepreneurial dental hygienists. SmileSip is a new product here in the US and it has clinical benefits for our patients. Give this episode a listen to learn about its benefits and also how you can get involved! Resources: SmileSipUSA.com
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Lobbyist Needed: A Quest For Advocacy with the Dental Hygiene Advocates of Washington
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
This episode, recorded from RDH Under One Roof, is the epitome of commitment. These hygienists have undertaken the almost impossible responsibility that has been left unchecked in the state of Washington for dental hygienists and they are showing what true leadership in advocacy looks like. Join us as we catch up with Jennifer Frame, Christi Holbrook, and Colleen Gaylord to learn what they are up to and how you can support the efforts! Resources: Dental Hygiene Advocates of Washington on Facebook
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Ecstasy (MDMA): A Pharmacists Perspective with Tom Viola
A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast
This week, pharmacologist Tom Viola gives us the rundown of Ectasy (MDMA) and its potential impact on our patients! Resources: Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by emailing , visit his website TomViola.com or check out his social media - @pharmacologydeclassified
info_outlineIn this amazing crossover episode, guests Katrina Sanders and Dr. Mia Geisinger dive deep into recently passed legislation concerning dental assistants scaling. Is this good for our industry? Is it good for our patients? Is it good for, well.... anyone? Hear these experts discuss these points and also deliver an important message directed at dental hygienists!
Hear the full episode here on Dentistry Unmasked!
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dentistry-unmasked-a-roundtable-podcast/id1692417504?i=1000706594320
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/episode/61pLxY7lHNBP9RflxQDx3G?si=998114ef2cf14050