Podcasts about dental health month

Hospital-based dental hygiene care is literally saving lives by preventing infections. ADHA member Katharine Martinez joins Matt during National Children's Dental Health Month to share her unique work as a prevention educator at Phoenix Children's Hospital using a successful innovative care model that other states could easily adopt. She shares her passion for reaching pediatric patients and ensuring they remain free of preventable infections. Matt also shares the latest ADHA news and some National Children's Dental Health Month updates. Guest: Katharine Martinez, RDH, MPH Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA www.adha.org www.adha.org/ncdhm Www.adha.org/events  

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by TheWebinar Vet is Annabel McFadzean, animal dentist and oral surgeon. In this episode, Anthony and Annabel discuss the critical importance of dental health in pets. They discuss the often-overlooked area of veterinary dentistry, the journey of becoming a veterinary dentist, and the challenges faced inrecognising and treating dental issues in pets. Annabel emphasises the need for better education in veterinary schools regarding dental care, the significance of dental radiography, and the importance of home care for maintaining oralhealth. The conversation also touches on antibiotic stewardship and the specific challenges in feline dentistry.For more from Animalcare please emailinfo@animalcare.co.uk or visittheir website.

It's National Children's Dental Health Month and in this episode id like to share my personal experiences and would love to highlight the importance of addressing hidden factors like breathing patters, pH balance, and nervous system health when it comes to children's oral and overall wellbeing. Key Takeaways:-Mouth breathing is a red flag that can lead to issues like decreased saliva production, cavities, poor sleep, and altered facial growth.-Maintaining proper pH balance in the mouth through diet and lifestyle is crucial for oral health.-Balancing the nervous system and addressing trauma and stress can have a significant impact on children's oral health and development.-Early intervention, including observing feeding and breathing patterns, is key to preventing long-term oral health problems.-A holistic approach that addresses oxygen, water, nutrition, exercise, respect, and sleep (the OWNER framework) is essential for supporting children's overall health. Book a consultation today:I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can.https://shereewertz.com/15-min

Norton Healthcare's Parenting With You is the podcast that helps you keep your kids healthy and safe by providing practical, down to earth advice for parents of children of any age, from babies through the teen years. In this Episode: Dental HealthFebruary is Dental Health Month, and what better time to talk about the importance of good dental health with our host, Dr. Eric Frazier, a pediatrician with Norton Children's Medical Group, and her guest, Angie Garman, a dental hygienist with Norton Childrens Prevention and Wellness, funded by the Norton Childrens Hospital Foundation. A couple notes about today's discussion: At about the 27-minute mark, Angie talks about calcium build up at it relates to high protein diets. She intended to say “Protein shakes” can cause more build up, not just high protein diets. Also, about 38 minutes in, Angie talks about how she asked kids to jut their top jaw forward and try to eat; she intended to say “bottom jaw.”   About Norton Children's Center for Prevention and WellnessA healthy kid is a happy kid. Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness provides resources to help you and your child build healthy habits. Established in 1991, the Office of Child Advocacy of Norton Children's Hospital, now Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness, takes an active leadership role in teaching healthy habits in children, including injury prevention and educating children and their families on healthy lifestyle choices. Advocacy and outreach educational programs are at the heart of the Norton Children's mission. Norton Children's Prevention & Wellness is funded through donations to the Norton Children's Hospital Foundation. Our efforts are focused around: Safety and injury prevention Promoting healthy lifestyles Key community partnerships Government relations Norton Children's Prevention and Wellness Classes:  https://nortonchildrens.com/prevention-wellness/classes-events/ Find a pediatrician go to https://nortonchildrens.com/locations/pediatrician-offices/  or call 502-629-KIDS, option 3.     Podcast Production by www.unmuteaudio.com

As we start a new year, reflection and intentionality are key. I've been through years of just "surviving"—stuck in routines and letting circumstances dictate my life. But reclaiming my mindset, health, and habits allowed me to shift from surviving to thriving. The turning point came when I realized that you can't pour from an empty cup. Self-care isn't selfish. It's foundational. When you prioritize your health, you create a ripple effect of wellness for your family. What would a life you love look like? Write it down. Visualize it. Take small, consistent steps to make it real. When you focus on your mind, body, and mouth connection, you're not just improving your life—you're creating a legacy of health for generations. Key Takeaways:- Redirect negativity by focusing on small accomplishments.- Start journaling or listening to uplifting voices like Wayne Dyer and Joe Dispenza.- Your health impacts your energy, mood, and relationships.- Your habits shape your family's health- February is National Children's Dental Health Month—a perfect time to build simple, healthy routines as a family.- Create a Vision for 2025: Imagine waking up energized, calm, and present. Write down your vision, speak it out loud, and take daily steps to bring it to life. Book a consultation today:I am always here to help answer any question and schedule a 15 minute call with me. If I can not help, I can get you to a provider that can.https://shereewertz.com/15-min 

In this special dental health episode of Paws and Listen, Johnny Manning and Dr. Nicole Rous focus on the crucial topic of pet dental care, especially since August is Dental Health Month—the perfect time to give your dog's oral health some extra attention! Dr. Nicole, passionate about dental care for pets, discusses the benefits of adding raw bones to your dog's diet—not just for nutrition but also for naturally cleaning their teeth. You'll also learn how to safely feed raw bones and discover the best techniques for brushing your dog's teeth at home.   Check out Shy Tiger dental products for pets here: https://shytiger.com.au/collections/dental-care?srsltid=AfmBOorZ4sy9V4wqNuUMRpNRYWbJG1fDYZjfE0S7xwSE... Produced by: Camilla Falkowski Edited by: Daisy MacHunter

Dr. Cameron Larson(Owner - South Mississippi Smiles) & Ginger Christian(Community Relations Specialist - South Mississippi Smiles) wrap up Children's Dental Health Month, and Col. Jody-Mike Smith(U.S. Army) celebrates his rare Leap Day Birthday!

Tooth decay is the most common chronic disease among children but it is also completely preventable. In honor of National Children's Dental Health Month, Dr. Philip Chan sat down with Katherine Linwood, communications manager at TeethFirst!, a group that provides educational resources on the importance of early dental care. Download and listen in as she touches on the importance of dental care from a very young age and what parents, healthcare, and dental professionals can do to help ensure children are getting the care they need. 

In celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month, we are shining a light on the remarkable work of two hygienists improving the oral health of children in their communities. Dr. Yvette Reibel, RDH, EdD, MSDH and Dr. Stacey Onofrietti, RDH, MS, PhD, CHP, FADHA share the impact that the Mars Wrigley Foundation's Healthier Smiles Grant from the ADHA Institute for Oral Health has had on their initiatives. They share their passion for serving the community, especially children, and recount their professional oral health journeys. February is also Black History Month and Matt shares the origins of this celebration and this year's theme. Matt also brings you up to speed on important ADHA updates including anticipation for ADHA 2024 in New Orleans for which registration has opened. https://www.adha.org/ioh/ https://www.adha2024.org/ https://www.mars.com/our-brands/mars-snacking/mars-wrigley-foundation  https://naacp.org/find-resources/history-explained/civil-rights-leaders/carter-g-woodson    

With periodontal disease being one of the most common medical conditions seen by vets, it's essential for pet parents to be on the lookout for signs & symptoms so they can take the necessary steps to prevent potentially life-threatening conditions down the line. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Ambika Vaid, to talk about putting the bite on pet dental disease with proper prevention. EPISODE NOTES: February is Pet Dental Health Month!

Petrendologist Charlotte Reed with tips and tricks to promote better pet dental health.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With periodontal disease being one of the most common medical conditions seen by vets, it's essential for pet parents to be on the lookout for signs & symptoms so they can take the necessary steps to prevent potentially life-threatening conditions down the line. This week Michelle Fern welcomes Holistic Veterinarian, Dr. Ambika Vaid, to talk about putting the bite on pet dental disease with proper prevention. EPISODE NOTES: Brushing Up on Pet Dental Health Month!

The Unofficial Guide to National Children's Dental Health Month By Brooke Sergent, RDH, BS Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/the-unofficial-guide-to-national-childrens-dental-health-month/ Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get daily dental hygiene articles at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.todaysrdh.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Today's RDH on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TodaysRDH/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Kara RDH on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Kara RDH on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/kara_rdh/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Veterinary dentist Dr. Jan Bellows celebrates Pet Dental Health Month. He discusses preventive care (including several surprise answers). Indeed it's all about prevention, like dental diets and treats, wipes and water additives like Oratene.  Dr. Michael Lappin, Professor at Colorado State University, has been investigating that mystery dog respiratory infection. He reveals what experts know and […]

Welcome to season three of the VCA Voice Podcast! February is Dental Health Month in Veterinary Medicine and in light of this, Dr. Kerl is delighted to welcome Dr. Cindy Koons. Dr. Koons is a Regional Medical Director for VCA in the Mountain Southwest Group and is passionate about promoting dental health, which contributes to overall patient health.  Listen in as they discuss Dr. Koons' lifelong journey in Veterinary Medicine, the joys and challenges in her role as an RMD,  and her experience educating colleagues and clients about sustainable oral health in pets.   For more information about dental health resources mentioned in the podcast, please visit VOHC.org Visit us on our website VCAVoice.comProduced and recorded by dādy creative

I'm excited to announce that the Pediatric Dental Marketing Course is officially open for enrollment!This comprehensive course, developed by Minal Sampat and myself, is tailored specifically for pediatric practice owners and their teams. It is designed to turn your pain points into stepping stones for success, and to help you become the trusted dental home for countless children in your community. Head over to our site to enroll now! https://pediatricdentalmarketingcourse.com/‍‍Welcome this week's MMM! In this episode, I dive more into ChatGPT and how it can revolutionize your dental practice's rewards program and enhance patient retention. Join me as I explore the innovative ways that AI-powered ChatGPT can assist you in creating personalized and engaging loyalty programs that keep your patients coming back for more. From tailored incentives to effective point systems, discover how leveraging ChatGPT's expertise can take your dental practice to new heights, fostering lasting relationships with your valued patients. These outlines might be the next step to building an exceptional rewards program that not only boosts patient loyalty but also ensures their oral health remains at its best!‍Drop in on this week's episode to walk through step by step how to utilize ChatGPT to increase retention!‍Other Mentions and Links:ChatGPT‍Prompts that I use in the video:‍PROMPT:I'm a dental practice. What are some reasons why patients might stop using my services? What can I do to address these issues and keep patients engaged?‍What ChatGPT said:Patients may stop using a dental practice's services for a variety of reasons. Here are a few, along with potential solutions:Cost: Dental care can be expensive, especially for procedures not covered by insurance.Solution: Provide transparency about costs upfront, offer flexible payment plans, and work closely with insurance companies to maximize benefits.Inconvenient Location or Hours: If your office isn't easy to get to, or doesn't offer appointments outside of normal business hours, this could deter some patients.Solution: Consider expanding your hours of operation, offer weekend or evening appointments, and ensure your location is easily accessible by public transit or has sufficient parking.Negative Experiences: A bad experience during a visit, such as painful treatments, can scare patients away.Solution: Focus on patient comfort, use gentle techniques, provide clear explanations about procedures and manage patient expectations to minimize discomfort and fear.Poor Communication: If patients feel that they're not being heard, or don't understand their treatment options, they may seek care elsewhere.Solution: Encourage open dialogue, listen carefully to patients' concerns, provide clear explanations and present all treatment options.Long Waiting Times: Spending too much time in the waiting room can lead to frustration.Solution: Streamline office processes, implement efficient scheduling, and communicate clearly with patients if delays are expected.Lack of Personal Touch: Patients like to feel valued and appreciated. If they feel like they're just another number, they might leave.Solution: Show genuine care and interest in your patients. Remember personal details, make the environment welcoming, and ensure all staff members treat patients with warmth and respect.Outdated Equipment or Techniques: Patients might feel uncomfortable if they perceive that your practice isn't keeping up with the latest dental technologies or methods.Solution: Regularly update equipment as needed and continue education for you and your staff to stay abreast of the latest dental techniques and treatments.Lack of Comprehensive Services: If patients have to go elsewhere for certain procedures, they might switch to a provider that offers comprehensive services.Solution: Offer a wide range of services, or establish partnerships with specialists for easy referrals.In addition to these solutions, consider surveying your patients regularly to identify any unmet needs or areas for improvement. Also, maintain a strong online presence and positive online reviews, which can help attract and retain patients. Providing a consistent, positive experience will encourage patients to stay with your practice long term.‍PROMPT:Are there any loyalty or rewards programs that I could offer to incentivize patients to continue using my services? What rewards or benefits would be most appealing to my target audience?‍What ChatGPT said:Yes, loyalty or rewards programs can be a great way to encourage repeat business and foster patient loyalty. Here are a few ideas:Points Programs: Patients could earn points for every visit, which they can redeem for a discount on future treatments. You could also give bonus points for referrals or for scheduling regular six-month check-ups.Referral Rewards: You could offer discounts or even free basic services (like cleanings) for patients who refer new customers to your practice.Membership Programs: For a monthly or yearly fee, patients get access to certain services at discounted rates. This could be particularly appealing to patients without dental insurance.Family Discounts: Offering special rates for families or couples could incentivize people to bring their entire family to your practice.Special Promotions: Regular promotions on certain services can help to keep patients engaged. For instance, a teeth whitening discount during the holidays, when people want to look their best for family photos.Birthday Perks: A small gesture like a free service upgrade, discount, or even a non-dental gift on a patient's birthday can make them feel appreciated and special.Patient of the Month: Spotlight a patient of the month and offer them a special perk. This not only rewards the patient but also fosters a sense of community among your clientele.As for which rewards would be most appealing, it can depend on your patient demographics. A survey could help you understand what your patients value most. Younger patients might appreciate discounts on cosmetic services like whitening, while older patients might value discounts on restorative work. Families would likely appreciate discounts for children's services. Regardless of the specifics, the goal should be to make patients feel valued and that their loyalty is appreciated.‍PROMPT:I need you to create a comprehensive "loyalty program" that has all the features stated above. This loyalty program needs aid and address the issues and reasons why a patient would stop using my services.What ChatGPT said:Absolutely, here is an example of a comprehensive loyalty program named "Smile Rewards."1. Smile Rewards MembershipAnnual or Monthly SubscriptionPatients can join the Smile Rewards membership for a yearly or monthly fee. Benefits of membership include:Two free check-ups and cleanings per year, which encourages regular dental visits.A discount of 10% to 20% on all other treatments, making your services more cost-effective.Priority scheduling and shorter waiting times, addressing the issue of long waiting times.Family packages available for a discounted rate to encourage whole family dental care.2. Points for Visits & TreatmentsEarn Points on Every VisitPatients earn points for every visit, regardless of the type of treatment. The number of points could depend on the cost of the treatment. These points can be redeemed for discounts on future treatments, encouraging ongoing engagement.3. Birthday Bonus PointsCelebrate with a GiftMembers receive bonus points on their birthday, which can be used to further discount treatments or get a free dental product, such as a professional toothbrush or whitening kit.4. Referral RewardsRecommend and EarnWhen existing patients refer a new patient, both receive a reward. The existing patient could get extra points, and the new patient could get a discount on their first treatment. This helps encourage patient referrals and grow your client base.5. Special PromotionsSeasonal Discounts & MoreMembers get access to special promotions throughout the year. This could be discounts on teeth whitening during the holidays, or discounts on other services during Dental Health Month. You could also consider having occasional 'double points' days.6. Patient of the MonthRecognition and RewardEach month, spotlight one patient as the "Patient of the Month." The selected patient could receive a unique reward such as a free service upgrade, additional reward points, or a gift card to a local business. This not only rewards the patient but also fosters a sense of community.7. Access to Latest Services & TechnologiesStay Ahead with Smile RewardsMembers get early access to any new services or technologies you introduce, ensuring they feel they are receiving the best and most up-to-date care.By offering a comprehensive program like Smile Rewards, you address common reasons why patients might leave while also providing incentives that encourage loyalty and ongoing engagement with your practice. The result is a program that adds value for both your practice and your patients.‍PROMPT:I need you to come up with compelling, enticing rewards that patients receive when they decide to redeem their points. These have to motivate/ encourage/ excite the patient.‍What ChatGPT said:Absolutely, here are some enticing rewards that you could offer when patients decide to redeem their points:1. Free Teeth Whitening Session: A smile can be transformed by teeth whitening, and offering this as a redeemable reward is a great incentive that can significantly enhance a patient's confidence.2. Electric Toothbrush or Water Flosser: Offering high-quality dental products like a professional-grade electric toothbrush or water flosser is a practical reward that patients will appreciate and use daily.3. Free Oral Hygiene Products for a Year: Imagine not having to worry about buying toothpaste, floss, or mouthwash for a whole year. This would be a useful reward and a constant reminder of your practice whenever they use these products.4. Cosmetic Dentistry Discounts: A significant discount on a cosmetic dentistry procedure like veneers or bonding can be a strong motivator for patients interested in improving the aesthetic appeal of their smile.5. Denture or Orthodontic Discounts: For those needing these treatments, a substantial discount can be a major relief financially and encourage them to proceed with necessary treatments.6. Spa or Wellness Center Gift Cards: A relaxing day at a local spa or wellness center could be a compelling reward that adds a personal touch.7. Dental Insurance Premiums for a Year: If feasible, covering a patient's dental insurance premiums for a year would be an exceptionally enticing reward.8. Advanced Dental Hygiene Session: A session with a dental hygienist who would provide personalized advice on how to take care of their teeth and gums based on their oral health would be both educational and beneficial.9. Limited Edition Dental Products: Offering limited-edition dental care items like themed toothpaste or toothbrushes can be fun and exciting for patients, particularly for younger ones.10. Complimentary Sedation Dentistry: For patients who experience dental anxiety, this reward would allow them to undergo necessary procedures in a more relaxed manner.These rewards provide a mix of practical benefits and luxury experiences. They not only encourage patients to continue using your services but also promote good oral hygiene habits and overall wellness.‍PROMPT:Can you make the rewards less about dentistry and more about lifestyle? My target audience are mothers who have a family. Between the ages of 25-55. They live in a suburban area. Income range is 50k to 150k.‍What ChatGPT said:Certainly, it sounds like the rewards you're looking for should be more family-oriented and cater to a suburban lifestyle. Here are some ideas that may appeal to your target demographic:Spa Day Packages: A relaxing day at a local spa, possibly including services like massages, facials, or body treatments. This would allow them to take some well-deserved time for self-care.Local Restaurant Gift Cards: Gift cards for popular local restaurants would give them an opportunity for a family dinner or a night off from cooking.Subscription Box Services: This could include a year's subscription to a popular meal kit service, a book club, or a monthly craft box for their kids. These services offer both convenience and entertainment value.Local Entertainment or Activity Passes: This could include tickets to local theme parks, zoos, or museums. They would provide a fun day out for the entire family.Fitness or Yoga Class Passes: A package of passes to a local yoga studio or gym can help them focus on their health and wellbeing.Gardening Gift Sets: If they have a garden, a gift set with high-quality gardening tools, seeds, or decor could be appreciated.Home Cleaning Services: Free professional cleaning services for their house. This provides convenience and frees up their time for other activities.Cooking Class Vouchers: For those interested in culinary skills, vouchers for cooking classes in a local culinary school or online could be enticing.Online Shopping Vouchers: Gift cards for popular online retailers can give them the flexibility to choose something they need or want.Professional Family Photo Shoot: A free session with a local professional photographer could provide cherished family memories.These rewards should provide meaningful experiences and conveniences to moms living in a suburban area, fitting well within their lifestyle and interests. Remember to regularly update and refresh the rewards based on feedback to keep the program appealing and relevant to your audience.‍PROMPT:Now please make a very detailed and comprehensive Loyalty Program. Make sure it includes the rewards. The features. The benefits.‍What ChatGPT said:Sure, I'll consolidate the elements we've discussed into a detailed, comprehensive loyalty program designed for your target demographic:Program Name: "Family Smile Rewards"1. Membership EnrollmentPatients can sign up for Family Smile Rewards by paying a yearly or monthly subscription fee, providing immediate access to benefits. Family packages are available at discounted rates to encourage comprehensive family dental care.2. Points SystemMembers earn points for every visit. The number of points depends on the cost of the treatment, incentivizing regular dental visits and treatments. Points can be redeemed for a variety of lifestyle-oriented rewards.3. Birthday Bonus PointsTo celebrate their special day, members receive bonus points on their birthday. This offers an annual boost in points that can be redeemed for rewards.4. Referral BonusesWhen existing members refer new patients to the practice, both the referring member and the new patient receive a points bonus. This encourages the growth of your practice through word-of-mouth.5. Special PromotionsMembers gain access to special promotions throughout the year. These might include double points days or bonus points for trying new dental services, encouraging regular engagement with your practice.6. Patient of the MonthEach month, highlight one member as the "Patient of the Month." This selected member receives bonus points, fostering a sense of community and adding an element of fun competition.7. Early Access to New Services & TechnologiesMembers receive early access to new services or technologies, ensuring they feel they are receiving the most up-to-date dental care.RewardsPoints earned through the Family Smile Rewards program can be redeemed for a variety of lifestyle-oriented rewards that cater to a suburban family lifestyle. Rewards could include:Spa day packages at local establishments.Gift cards for popular local restaurants.Subscriptions to popular meal kit services, book clubs, or children's craft boxes.Passes to local family entertainment venues such as theme parks, zoos, or museums.Fitness or yoga class passes at local studios.Gardening gift sets for home gardening enthusiasts.Professional home cleaning services.Vouchers for local or online cooking classes.Online shopping vouchers for popular retailers.A professional family photo shoot with a local photographer.By creating a program that incentivizes regular dental care, fosters a sense of community, and offers appealing, lifestyle-oriented rewards, the Family Smile Rewards program can help to promote patient loyalty and retention, and ensure your practice continues to thrive.‍PROMPT:Provide more detail and information on point 1 for the patient‍What ChatGPT said:1. Membership EnrollmentJoining the Family Smile Rewards program is simple and straightforward. Interested patients can sign up directly at the dental office or through an easy-to-use online portal. A yearly or monthly subscription fee is required to activate the membership.Two types of membership are available: individual and family. The individual membership covers all benefits for one person. The family membership extends the same benefits to all immediate family members, making it a cost-effective choice for households with multiple members needing dental services.The family membership is designed to encourage comprehensive dental care for the whole family. It can cover spouses and children living in the same household, ensuring that everyone has access to quality dental care and the rewards of the program. A family membership also simplifies the process of managing dental appointments and rewards points as everything is consolidated under one account.The cost of the membership has been carefully set to ensure that it provides significant value to patients while also supporting the sustainability of the program. The fee covers the benefits such as free check-ups and cleanings, discounts on treatments, and access to special promotions and rewards.Once the subscription fee is paid, members immediately begin earning points on all dental visits and treatments, and have full access to all member benefits. The membership is automatically renewed at the end of each subscription period to ensure seamless access to benefits, but members have the option to cancel at any time.By joining the Family Smile Rewards program, patients not only invest in their dental health, but also gain access to a variety of benefits and rewards that enhance their lifestyle. The program is designed to provide exceptional value and encourage lasting relationships between the dental practice and the families it serves.‍PROMPT:Provide more detail and information on point 2 for the patient‍What ChatGPT said:2. Points SystemThe cornerstone of the Family Smile Rewards program is the points system, which enables members to earn points each time they visit the dental practice. Here's how it works:Earning PointsEvery time a member visits the practice, whether it's for a regular check-up, cleaning, or a more complex procedure, they earn points. The number of points earned is based on the cost of the treatment or service received. For example, a basic dental cleaning might earn fewer points than a more extensive procedure like a root canal.Tracking PointsPoints earned are automatically tracked and updated in the member's account after each visit. Members can easily check their points balance online or via a mobile app. Additionally, an update on the points balance will be included in appointment confirmation and follow-up emails.Point ExpirationPoints earned do not expire as long as the membership remains active. This means members can accumulate points over time until they have enough to redeem for the reward they want.Redeeming PointsOnce members have accumulated enough points, they can redeem them for a variety of lifestyle-oriented rewards. These rewards are designed to fit into a suburban family lifestyle and provide a range of options to cater to different interests. Members can select from rewards such as spa packages, local restaurant gift cards, meal kit subscriptions, local activity passes, and more.This points system offers an easy and straightforward way for members to gain additional value from their regular dental visits. By tying points to visit frequency and treatment cost, it encourages members to maintain regular dental care and proceed with necessary treatments, benefiting their long-term oral health.The more frequently a member visits the practice, the faster they'll earn points and the sooner they'll be able to redeem them for fantastic rewards. It's a win-win for both their dental health and their lifestyle.‍‍If you want your questions answered on Monday Morning Marketing, ask me on these platforms:My Newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/The Dental Marketer Society Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2031814726927041‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)‍Michael: Hey, what's up guys? Welcome back to the Dental Marketer Podcast. This is another Monday morning marketing episode. And let me share my screen cuz we're gonna be talking about chat g p t again. And in this one I want to share with you guys a new, uh, there's many, many ways we can utilize, chat g p t, right?And, and we discussed it in the previous one. And in the previous one we kind of showed you how to make a whole Instagram. Content calendar literally for the year, but I showed you guys for the first, uh, two months, right, that you can pro how, how to create the description and everything like that. And you guys gave us fantastic feedback on that.And so I'm back at it again with another one here with you guys. and this one, um, I'm using the model G P T four, and you can use whichever model to be honest. But G P T four is a little bit more advanced. And the prompt here where we're gonna be talking about is building a loyalty program. And so I asked it.I said, I'm a dental practice. What are some reasons why patients might stop using my services? What can I do to address these issues and keep patients engaged? And this is what chat G P T said, patients may stop using a dental practices services for a variety of reasons. Here are a few along with potential solutions.Number one, cost. Dental care can be expensive, especially for procedure is not covered by insurance solution. Provide transparency about cost upfront. Offer flexible payment plans, and work closely with insurance companies to maximize benefits. That was the first thing you gave me. Two inconvenient location or hours.If your office isn't easy to get to or doesn't offer appointments outside of normal business hours, this could deter some patients. The solution it gave me is consider expanding your hours of operation. Offer weekend or evening appointments and ensure your location is easily accessible by public transit or has sufficient parking.Three negative experiences. A bad experience during a visit, such as painful treatments can scare patients away. The solution focused on patient comfort, use gentle techniques, provide clear explanations about procedures, and manage patient expectations to minimize discomfort and fear or poor communication.If patients feel that they're not being heard or don't understand their treatment options, they may seek care elsewhere the solution, encourage open dialogue, listen carefully to patients' concerns, provide clear explanations and presentation and present all treatment options. Number five. Long waiting times.This is a big one actually. I think even for me, it's a, spending too much time in the waiting room can lead to frustration solution, streamline office processes, implement efficient scheduling, and communicate clearly with patients if delays are expected. Six. Lack of personal touch. Patients like to feel valued and appreciated.If they feel like they're just another number, they might leave. The solution it gives us is show genuine care and interest in your patients. Remember personal details. Make the environment welcoming and ensure all staff members treat patients with warmth and respect. And in seven outdated equipment or techniques.Patients might feel uncomfortable if they, if they perceive that your practice isn't keeping up with the latest dental technologies or methods, the solution. Regularly update equipment as needed and continue education for you and your staff to stay abreast of the latest dental techniques and treatments.And finally, number eight, it gives us lack of comprehensive services. So if patients have to go elsewhere for certain procedures, they might switch to a provider that offers comprehensive services. The solution offer a wide range of services or established partnerships with specialists for easy referrals.And then it goes on to say, in addition to these solutions, consider surveying your patients regularly to identify any unmet needs or areas for improvement. Also maintain a strong online presence and positive online reviews, which can help attract and retain patients. Providing a consistent, positive experience will encourage patients to stay with your practice long term.So this is it. I asked it what are some reasons, and these were the eight reasons it gave me for why people would stop using my services if I was a dental practice. Top three was cost, second was inconvenient, location, or hours. And the third one was negative experiences. so this is something you can use, right, that prompt.And then I went on to ask it, are there any loyalty or rero rewards programs that I could offer to incentivize patients to continue using my services? What rewards or benefits would be most appealing to my target audience? Now, I wanted to ask the first thing first, like the first prompt, right? Like, what can I do to address these issues?What are some reasons why people might stop using my services? And you'll see why. So we figured out why, right? But let's just say you're a practice owner and you're like, you know what? I got pretty much this stuff covered. I offer flexible payments. Uh, we're open on Saturdays, sometimes Sundays, whatever, right?We have good experiences. Our waiting times are great. All this stuff. Now we want to think of rewarding, right? Create a loyalty program, build strong retention. And so I asked it are there any loyalty or rewards programs that I could offer to incentivize patients to continue using my services? What rewards or benefits would be most appealing to my target audience?And for those of you guys listening on the podcast, if you want, this is all in the show notes below, it's in the video, in the show notes below on our YouTube channel. Uh, but at the same time, I'm also gonna put it in the show notes below the actual, uh, copy and description of everything you're, you're listening to right now.So once I asked at that prompt, it said Yes, loyalty rewards programs can be a great way to encourage. Repeat business and foster patient loyalty. Here are a fewer ideas and it gives me seven ideas. Number one, points programs. Patients could earn points for every visit, which they can redeem for a discount on future treatments.You could also give bonus points for referrals or for scheduling, regular six month checkups. Number two, referral rewards. You could offer discounts or even free basic services like cleanings for patients who refer new customers to their practice. Three membership programs for a monthly or yearly fee.Patients get to access certain services at discounted rates. This could be particularly appealing to patients without dental insurance. Number four, family discounts. Offering special rates for families or couples could incentivize people to bring their entire family to your practice. Five special promotions.Regular promotions on certain services can help to keep patients engaged. For instance, teeth whitening discount during the holidays when people wanna look their best for family photos. Number six, birthday or anniversary perks. A small gesture like a free service upgrade, discount, or even non-dental gift on patient's birthdays can make them feel appreciated and special.Seven. Patient of the month Spotlight a patient. Of the month and offer them a special perk. This not only rewards the patient, but also fosters a sense of community among your clientele. Then it goes on to say, as for which rewards would be most appealing, it can depend on your patient's demographics. A survey could help you understand what your patients value.Most younger patients might appreciate discounts on cosmetic services like whitening, while older patients might value discounts on restorative work. Families will likely appreciate discounts for children's services. Regardless, the specifics, the goal should be to make patients feel valued and that their loyalty is appreciated.Now, I then asked it. I need you to create a comprehensive loyalty program that has all the features stated above. This loyalty program needs, to aid and address the issues and reasons why a patient would stop using my services. So now I'm meshing those two things that I asked and the results that it gave me together, and this is what it gives me.It says, absolutely. Here's an example of a comprehensive loyalty program named Smiles, rewards number one. Smiles Rewards membership. It's an annual monthly subscription. Patients can join the Smile Rewards membership for a yearly or monthly fee. And benefits of the membership include two free checkups and cleanings per year, which encourages regular dental visits, a discount of 10% to 20% on all other treatments, making your services more cost effective, priority scheduling, and shorter waiting times, addressing the issue of long waiting times and family packages available for a discounted rate to encourage whole family dental care.That was the number one. Number two points for visits and treatments. Earn points on every visits. Patients earn points for every visit regardless of the type of treatment. The number of points could depend on the cost of the treatment. These points can be redeemed for discounts on future treatments, encouraging ongoing engagement.Birthday bonus points. Celebrate with the gift members, receive bonus points on their birthday, which can be used to further discount treatments or get a free dental product such as a professional toothbrush or whitening kit. I also like anniversary bonus points. That's just, I'm gonna put my own take to that because you know, you're kinda like celebrating, Hey, you've been with us for a year.You've been with us for two year. You're rewarding that, right? Their loyalty. Number four, referral rewards recommend an earn when existing patients refer a new patient both receive a reward. This existing patient could get extra points and the new patient could get a discount on their first treatment.This helps encourage patient referrals and grow your client base. Five special promotions, seasonal discounts, and more. Uh, members get access to special promotions throughout the year. This could be discounts on teeth whitening during the holidays or discounts on other services during dental health month.You could also consider having occasional double point days. I believe there's a lot of apps that do that where it's like, Hey, double points on this day on a Tuesday, right? Because that's like their slowest day on that restaurant. So you can do that here too. Six patient of the month. Recognition and reward Each month, spotlight one patient as the patient of the month.The selected patient could receive a unique reward, such as free service, upgrade, additional reward points, or a gift card to a local business. This not only rewards the patient, but also fosters a sense of community. Seven access to the latest services and technology. So stay ahead with Smile's Rewards, it says, members get early access to any new services or technologies you introduce, ensuring they feel they are receiving the best and most UpToDate care.By offering a comprehensive program like Smile's Rewards you address common reasons why patients might leave, while also providing incentives that encourage loyalty and ongoing engagement with your practice. result is a program that adds value for both your practice and your patients. Now, this is good so far, what chat G p T has provided, but I wanted to get more specific.So I said I need you to come up with a compelling, enticing reward that patients receive when they decide to redeem their points. These have to motivate slash encouraged slash excite the patient. And it gives me, once I asked that, it gave me 10, enticing quote unquote rewards that you could offer when patients decide to redeem their points.I think some of the points are great. Some of, I mean, some of the rewards are great and some are not so realistic, and so I'm just gonna let you know what they are. It does provide like a description, but I'm not gonna read the descriptions. You guys can see it here if you want. So number one was free teeth whitening.Session number two was an electric toothbrush or water flosser. Number three was free oral hygiene products for a year. Now that one says, imagine not having to worry about buying toothpaste, flosser mouthwash for a whole year. This would be a useful reward and a constant reminder of your practice whenever they use these products.Maybe that could work. I don't know. Right. I just thought that one was interesting. Number four, cosmetic dentistry discounts. Number five, denture or orthodontic discounts. Number six, SPA or wellness centered gift cards. That's good. Number seven, dental insurance premiums for a year. that one says if feasible, covering a patient's dental insurance premiums for a year would be an exceptionally enticing reward.Number eight at advanced dental hygiene session number nine, limited addition dental products and number 10, complimentary sedation dentistry. And then it says, these rewards provide a mix of practical benefits and luxury experiences. They not only encourage patients to continue using your services, but also promote good oral hygiene habits and overall wellness, which is good, but I feel like you know what?You got them in the door already. They're there. You wanna build good retention. I don't know. I, I, I wanted a different type of reward, right? Me personally. So I then went to ask Chad d p t, and I gave it this prompt. Can you make the rewards less about dentistry and more about lifestyle? My target audience are mothers who have a family between the ages of 25 to 55.Pretty broad. They live in a suburban area. Their income range is, income range is 50,000 to 150,000. Now this is what it gives me. Certainly, it sounds like the rewards you're looking for should be more family oriented and cater to a suburban lifestyle. Here are some ideas that might, that may appeal to your target demographic, and it gives me 10.Number one spa day packages, A relaxing day at a local spa, possibly including services like massages, facials, or body treatments. This would allow them to take some well-deserved time for self-care. Number two, local restaurant gift cards. If cards for popular local restaurants would give them an opportunity for a family dinner or a night off from cooking three subscription boxes services.This could include a year subscription to a popular meal kit service, a book club, or a monthly craft box for their kids. These services offer both convenience and entertainment value. Four, local entertainment or activity passes. This could include tickets to the local theme parks, zoos, museums. They would provide a fun day out for the entire family.Five fitness or yoga class passes. A package of passes to a local U yoga studio or gym can help them focus on their health and wellbeing. Six. Gardening gift sets. If they have a garden, a gift set with high quality gardening, tool, seeds or decor. Could be. Appreciate it. Seven Home cleaning services, free professional cleaning services for their house.This provides convenience and frees up their time for other activities. Eight. Cooking class vouchers. For those interested in culinary schools, vouchers for cooking classes in a local culinary school or online could be enticing. Number nine, online shopping vouchers, gift cards for popular online retailers can give them the flexibility to choose something they need or want, and 10.Professional family photo shoot, a free session with the local professional photographer could provide cherished family memories. And then it says, these rewards should provide meaningful experiences and convenience to moms living in a suburban area fitting well within their lifestyle and interest.Remember to regularly update and refresh the rewards based on feedback to keep the program appealing and relevant to your audience. And I agree with that. I think putting these one to 10. And to like emailing it out or just, you know what I mean? However you communicate with your patients, if you want to email it to them, be like, guys, we're gonna, this month we're gonna pick one of these rewards.What do you want? We're creating a poll and they physically will pick right. Your patients. And then they're, you know, you create more of like, oh my gosh, we're doing number four. Local entertainment or activity passes. The people who actually picked out are gonna want it. This is more to me like, okay, yeah, this, this works.Obviously you wanna adjust that prompt to the more specific and targeted you can be With chat g p t, the better. So if you tell that like we have mothers who are, our main demographic is mothers who are 35 to 50. Their income wage is exactly a hundred to 120. Their husbands working corporations. Uh, they go on vacation once a week, stuff like that.Like, or once a month, once a year. If you can put things in like that, it will be more specific, the rewards. But this is what I gave it, and that's the rewards gave me. So then I said, now please make a very detailed and comprehensive loyalty program. Make sure it includes the rewards, the features, the benefits.And it did, as you can see, right? It, it gives you the program name is Family Small Rewards, the membership, enrollment, the Point Systems, number two, three birthday PO bonus points, four, referral bonuses, five special promotions, six, patient of the month, seven, early access to new services and technology. And then boom, it gives you the rewards.this is one thing I want you guys to pay attention to, especially when it gives you bullet points. If you can get bullet points or numerical things like this, it's perfect. So it says, number one, membership enrollment, boom, right? Patients can sign up. Now, this is basically an outline right here. What you can do now is just say, provide more detail and information on 0.1 for the patient, and it does membership enrollment, number one.Joining the Family Smile Rewards Program is simple and straightforward. Interested. Patients can sign up directly at the dental office or through an easy to use online portal, a yearly or monthly, and it goes on and on, and it gives you a whole comprehensive, detailed thing on membership enrollment. Now all you have to do is copy this it says Send message, and then now you wanna put number two, so it says, provide more detail and information.On point number two for the patient, which is the point system, and there it goes. As you can see, it's giving you a more detailed, comprehensive, for the patient. Right? Uh, I guess like information on point number two, which is the point system and then it goes, how can you earn points? How do you track your points point expiration?Does that exist? Redeeming points? How does that go? Right? point expiration is simple points earned do not expire as long as the membership remains active. This means members can accumulate points over time until they have enough to redeem for the reward that they want, and it continues. And then all you have to do is put that in a sheet, Google Doc, and then copy that, and then put number three, and then you continue.Continue. And guess what guys? You've created your loyalty program. That's how you do it. That's as simple as that. I mean, this literally can only take you 30 minutes or less. And you can create a comprehensive loyalty program for your practice, detailed specific, just for your practice, to increase patient retention, to increase membership signup programs, right?Because this could go with every patient or it could just go with people who are part of the membership program, right? And that's how you can kind of. Siphon people, a lot of the insurance, uh, wheel that they have. Um, but yeah, I wanted to share this with you guys on how you can create it, how you can use chat g p t in a really, really great way.I'm gonna put this in the shell notes below so you can copy the prompts, um, adjusted to how you want to do it too as well. Um, and let us know, let us know what you think about this episode. If you want another one, we'll be happy to bring back, chat g p t on our Monday morning marketing episodes and we can give you more of these.But I hope this really, really benefits you guys, and until next time, we'll talk to you in the next episode.‍

#024 - Dog Dental Disease and How to Prevent and Treat itDid you know that over 80% of dogs over the age of 3 have some form of active dental disease? This staggering number makes dental disease the most prominent of all diseases in dogs. The saddest part of this statistic is that in most cases, dental disease in dogs can be prevented! Of course, like many diseases, genetics plays a role, but in the majority of cases simple, preventative measures can totally inhibit dental disease progression. In today's episode, we're going to discuss the stages of dog dental disease and what can be done to help prevent and treat it in dogs. Holly's qualifications include:Previous Career as a Registered Dental Assistant, Level 2 Certified Pet Food Nutrition SpecialistAssisting pet parents with holistic health and nutrition for 16+ years in her pet food stores: Tail Blazers Copperfield and Tail Blazers Legacy.In This Episode You'll Learn:The difference between plaque and tartarWhich stage of gum disease is reversibleWhich diet is least likely to lead to dental diseaseHow to choose a safer raw boneWhy I don't recommend elk antlersMy favourite dental chews and supplementsIf anesthetic-free cleanings are effective Resources from this episode:Episode 024: ResourcesEverything Pup Podcast Community on FacebookFind Holly on Social Media:FacebookInstagram 

In celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month, Matt dives deeper into medical-dental integration with both Thomas Huffer, MD, MS, FAAP, and Olivia Morzenti, RDH, CDHC, MS, of Previa Health. Previa is the first health system in Wisconsin to integrate a dental hygienist into their medical care teams. These two pioneers share why this integration makes sense and how it works. Matt also discusses other medical dental integration resources along with access to care issues for young children.  NCDHM Resources: https://www.ada.org/resources/community-initiatives/national-childrens-dental-health-month  Children's Health Alliance MDI Resources: https://www.chawisconsin.org/initiatives/oral-health/wisconsin-medical-dental-integration/  Colorado MDI Resources: http://medicaldentalintegration.org/co-mdi-overview/ ADHA Annual Conference: www.adha2023.org  

February is National Pet Dental Health Month, or for us on Cattitude, National Cat Dental Health Month! This week Michelle Fern welcomes Dr. Amber Karwacki of Heart + Paw to talk about how to keep your cat's really sharp teeth, clean and healthy. From home dental care to annual veterinary dental exams, tune in to find out how to give you cat's teeth the attention they deserve! EPISODE NOTES: Sinking Our Teeth Into National Cat Dental Health Month!

February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Dr. Suffiyah Webb joins us for #WellnessWednesday to discuss best practices for maintaining children's oral health.

In honor of National Children's Dental Health Month, today's episode will focus on "Healthy Kids Grow Beautiful Faces." As parents, we all want our children to be healthy, happy, and confident in their appearance. Many may even aspire for our children to have a "beautiful" jawline, but what does that really mean? In this episode, we'll explore the connection between dental health and facial development, and jaw's genetic potential can positively impact a child's facial structure. We'll also discuss the role of orthodontics in enhancing a child's facial appearance, and the importance of early intervention regarding dental and facial issues. So whether you're a parent or simply interested in children's dental health, tune in for some valuable insights on how healthy mouths lead to beautiful faces.Join our community here: Healthy Mouth Moms (facebook.com) Takeaways:-The upper maxilla is 90% grown by the age of nine to twelve-The tongue is one of the strongest muscles in the body-Mouth breathing is one of the things that keeps the body in fight or flight-Poor cranial development can lead to various issues such as a long face, midface discrepancy, recessed chin, and sunken cheekbones.-These issues can cause a lack of space for permanent teeth and the tongue, leading to sleep-disordered breathing, snoring, bedwetting, and teeth grinding.-Sleep-disordered breathing in children is a cranial facial development that affects overall health.-Children who snore, have apnea, or exhibit open-mouth breathing are at a higher risk of developing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) compared to those who don't have these issues. 

This week on the show, Petrendologist Charlotte Reed and Michael Fleck, DVM, talk with writer and photographer, Joan Walker, about Black Dog and Black Cat Awareness month and veterinary dentist Jan Bellows, DMV, about dental pet care and oral innovations.

National Children's Dental Health Month is an annual observance in February to raise awareness about the importance of oral health for children. It started as a one-day event in 1941 and has grown into a month-long celebration encouraging good habits and regular dental visits for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. The focus has also expanded to include the role of parents in establishing good oral health habits. Dental care is still the most unmet health need for children. In this episode, we will delve into the importance of oral health and its impact on our overall health. Our health starts with breathing. Our lives begin and end with a breath. You can't keep children from breathing through their mouths. But you can help your child so they don't make mouth breathing a harmful habit.    Key Takeaways: -Tooth decay is the most preventable chronic infectious disease among children, affecting about half of children by the time they enter school.-Mouth breathing is a hidden epidemic with 50% of children breathing through their mouths.-Chronic mouth breathing is connected to myofunctional disorders and can impact jaw and face development and contribute to bedwetting, picky eating, chewing, swallowing, speech, sleep and behavior issues.-Parents are not usually taught to identify mouth breathing as a root cause of other issues and symptoms are often treated individually.-Babies are born nasal breathers and the nose warms, filters and humidifies the air we breathe and gives us nitric oxide and CO2 exchange. 

In this episode, we have Irene Iancu, a Restorative dental hygienist who incorporates myofunctional Therapy in her adult and child patients. She discusses the steps and challenges involved in making this career transition or incorporating elements of OMT into everyday dentistry and orthodontics. Recorded live at Yankee Dental Congress, we discuss a few essential and often overlooked elements.  Overview of Myofunctional Therapy Definition of myofunctional Therapy What it entails and its significance in dental and overall health The role of myofunctional therapists in the treatment of various oral and facial conditions  Irene's Journey from into Myofunctional Therapist Irene's background and experience in the dental field The reasons behind her decision to transition to myofunctional Therapy The process of retraining and becoming a certified myofunctional therapist Skills and Qualifications Required for Myofunctional Therapy Importance of a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology Essential communication and interpersonal skills The role of ongoing education and professional development Challenges and Opportunities in Myofunctional Therapy Common challenges faced by myofunctional therapists and how to overcome them Opportunities for growth and advancement in the field Integration of myofunctional Therapy into dental and medical practices Making a career transition to myofunctional Therapy requires a combination of dedication, hard work, and a passion for helping others. Irene's journey serves as an inspiration to all dental professionals who are looking to expand their skills and make a difference in the lives of their patients long-term.  Remember, Lips together, teeth slightly apart, breathing through the nose and stick that tongue just behind those front teeth.  Mentioned Resources:  Kat's Wine- The Wine Op -> https://www.thewineop.com/ Irene's Dental office: Toothlifestudio.ca or https://www.instagram.com/toothlife/ --------Follow along on Instagram!-------- Katrina: @thedentalwinegenist Irene: @Toothlife.Irene Tooth or Dare Podcast: @Toothordare.podcast Floss and Flip-Flops with the Sanders sisters features hosts dental hygienist and speaker Katrina M. Sanders, RDH, and podiatrist Dr Elizabeth Sanders, DPM. Together, the sisters discuss the oral-systemic link and its impact—from your teeth down to your toes. The podcast is produced monthly by Dental Products Report® and Modern Hygienist®, in partnership with The Sanders sisters. For additional content for dental professionals visit DPR and MH at dentalproductsreport.com. Katrina Sanders, RDH, can be reached at:  Website: katrinasanders.com Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Reference Nestor, J. (2020). Breath. Penguin Life.

On this episode of “Inside Health Care,” we hear from Tracy Parris-Benjamin, Director for Community Health and Health Equity at Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey, about its 2022 NCQA Innovation Award-winning program “Neighbors in Health.”“Neighbors in Health” is a statewide Community Health Workers program delivered through a collaboration of payers, hospital systems and community-based organizations. Community Health Workers, in consultation with a Personal Health Assistant, support members while empowering them to take greater control of their health. The program also provides education and training to Community Health Workers, helping them earn certification and training in a number of necessary health care-related skills.Later in the show, we observe February's National Children's Dental Health Month. I include tips on oral care for children from the American Academy of Pediatrics, as well as from the American Dental Association and its Mouth Healthy family-oriented website. I also mention NCQA's Annual Dental Visit [ADV] HEDIS measure.

In this episode, I will be sharing 23 Classroom Activities for Dental Health Month. Ready to celebrate Dental Awareness this month?  Even though February is quickly coming to an end, there is still time to celebrate.  Also, there are some great resources and activities for year-round health and hygiene lessons too!  Looking for how to bring health and hygiene into your classroom with some cross-curricular ideas?!? Then this is the episode for you!   For text, pictures and direct links provided throughout this episode.  Check out our corresponding blog: https://educationtothecore.com/2022/02/23-classroom-activities-for-dental-health-month/

Host: Mindy McCulley, Extension Specialist for Instructional Support, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky Guest: Dr. Nikki Stone, Dental Outreach Director, North Fork Valley Clinic, UK College of Dentistry, Hazard February is National Children's Dental Health Month.  To celebrate, we will have a special guest on the KY Smiles on Talking FACS podcast each week to discuss issues related to children's dental health.  This week our last guest for the month, Dr. Nikki Stone discusses the success of the North Fork Valley Clinic in Hazard.  She shares how the clinic has been able to improve the oral health of children who were previously not being seen by dentists at all. Connect with the North Fork Valley Clinic: UK's North Fork Valley Community Health Center Nikki Stone, DMD, Dental Outreach Director Ronald McDonald Care Mobile Connect with UK College of Dentistry: Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter Click the picture below to download a drawing puzzle for your child to complete.

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February is National Childrens Dental Health Month and host Mike Sakell speaks with Catherine Paci of Sullivan County Rural Health Network and Dr. Cecilia Escarra Executive Director of the PRASAD Project on childrens dental health in Sullivan County.

Host:  Dr. David Weisenhorn, Extension Specialist for Parenting and Child Development, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Cristina Perez, Associate Professor and Chief, Pediatric Dentistry, UK College of Dentistry KY Smiles Episode 7 February is National Children's Dental Health Month.  To celebrate, we will have a special guest on the KY Smiles on Talking FACS podcast each week to discuss issues related to children's dental health.  This week our third guest, Dr. Cristina Perez talks about childhood trauma to the mouth and head.  She also discusses steps parents can take to prevent dental issues that might cause dental trauma or pain. Connect with UK College of Dentistry: Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter Click the picture below to download a word puzzle you can complete with your child.

Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists repeat guest, therapist, speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur Sarah Hornsby, RDH joins us in honor of Children's Dental Health Month to talk about myofunctional intervention in our pediatric patients!  This episode has FREE CE! Be sure to view your state guidelines to ensure this CE is applicable in your State. You can view all episodes with Free CE here. Take the CE course for this episode HERE Interview Starts: 06:45.985 Episode Highlights In the media  Kotlow's free-tongue measurement grading scale Tongue range of motion ratio Communicating with parents  Lifelong childhood conversations Therapy options You've identified a tongue tie: next steps Quotes “How many of us have had an opportunity to teach the next generation and promote the profession?”   “Sometimes kids don't have obvious signs.”    “If weight gain is the only qualifier you are looking at, a lot of babies are going to be ‘fine'.”    “Two tongue tied parents will also likely lead to a tongue tied baby.”    “The parent has to resonate with it or they are not going to do the work.”    “As an individual goes through all stages of growth and development there is a chance for relapse.”    “When you are mouth breathing your body is in a state of fight or flight.”    “Suturing is the modern way to do tongue tie surgery.”    “Suturing is critical to success.”    “What other part of your body would you do surgery on and not close the wound?”    “Everything we see in kids we see in adults, but they are at the age we can make changes.”    “Baby teeth should all have primate spacing, you should be able to fit a dime or nickel between every tooth and we hardly see that anymore.”    Links  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_k_hornsby/  Websites: www.myfaceology.com  www.myomentor.com  www.sarahkhornsby.com  Breathe Institute: https://www.thebreatheinstitute.com/   Find Sarah on our other episodes! 209, 210, 211, 212 and 258    A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage  AToTH on Facebook  AToTH on Instagram AToTH on LinkedIn

Please Leave a Review! On this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists repeat guest, therapist, speaker, mentor, and entrepreneur Sarah Hornsby, RDH joins us in honor of Children's Dental Health Month to talk about myofunctional intervention in our pediatric patients!  This episode has FREE CE! (COMING SOON, Check back) Interview Starts: 06:45.985 Episode Highlights In the media  Kotlow's free-tongue measurement grading scale Tongue range of motion ratio Communicating with parents  Lifelong childhood conversations Therapy options You've identified a tongue tie: next steps Quotes “How many of us have had an opportunity to teach the next generation and promote the profession?”   “Sometimes kids don't have obvious signs.”    “If weight gain is the only qualifier you are looking at, a lot of babies are going to be ‘fine'.”    “Two tongue tied parents will also likely lead to a tongue tied baby.”    “The parent has to resonate with it or they are not going to do the work.”    “As an individual goes through all stages of growth and development there is a chance for relapse.”    “When you are mouth breathing your body is in a state of fight or flight.”    “Suturing is the modern way to do tongue tie surgery.”    “Suturing is critical to success.”    “What other part of your body would you do surgery on and not close the wound?”    “Everything we see in kids we see in adults, but they are at the age we can make changes.”    “Baby teeth should all have primate spacing, you should be able to fit a dime or nickel between every tooth and we hardly see that anymore.”    Links  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarah_k_hornsby/  Websites: www.myfaceology.com  www.myomentor.com  www.sarahkhornsby.com  Breathe Institute: https://www.thebreatheinstitute.com/   Find Sarah on our other episodes! 209, 210, 211, 212 and 258    A Tale of Two Hygienists Podcast A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage  AToTH on Facebook  AToTH on Instagram AToTH on LinkedIn

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Ronald Singer, Assistant Professor of Pediatric Dentistry, UK College of Dentistry KY Smiles Episode 6 February is National Children's Dental Health Month.  To celebrate, we will have a special guest on the KY Smiles on Talking FACS podcast each week to discuss issues related to children's dental health.  This week our second guest, Dr. Ronald Singer, shares about UK College of Dentistry's nationally recognized Seal Trip Program which gets sealants on the teeth of elementary children all across the state.  He also discusses other program offered through the College of Dentistry in partnership with other Colleges throughout the university. Connect with UK College of Dentistry: Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter Click the picture below to download a coloring sheet for your child.  

It may not be the Valentine's Day romance you think about it, but caring for your pet's dental health is one way to show your pet that you care. Dr. José Arce, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association discusses Pet Dental Health Month. And he explains the absolute importance of dental health; the answers may surprise […]

Tuesday, February 1 featured, - John Zimmer and Tom Zimmer on the recent stock market volatility- Katy Compton, Marketing Coordinator with the Oral Health Partnership and Beth Wavrunek, Community Dental Health Director on National Children's Dental Health Month! - Brian Johnson, Executive Director at On Broadway! - Liz Neuman, Executive Director with the Thompson Center on Lourdes

Host:  Dr. Jennifer Hunter, Assistant Director for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension, University of Kentucky  Guest: Dr. Kelly Dingrando, Assistant Professor of Dentistry, UK College of Dentistry KY Smiles Episode 5 February is National Children's Dental Health Month.  To celebrate, we will have a special guest on the KY Smiles on Talking FACS podcast each week to discuss issues related to children's dental health.  This week our first guest, Dr. Kelly Dingrando, answers all those questions new parents have about when to take their children to the dentist for the first time, whether or not to use a pacifier or let their baby suck a thumb, and what about tooth brushing?  Join in for a fun discussion to answer all these questions and maybe one or two you didn't even know you had. Connect with UK College of Dentistry: Dentistry | UK HealthCare UK Dentistry on Facebook UK Dentistry on Twitter Click the picture below to download a tooth brushing calendar for your child.

Our mouth is the window to our body, how we breathe and what we take in shapes our habits and routines. February is National Children's Dental Health Month. It's a great opportunity to discuss the benefits of good oral health because developing good dental habits It's worth celebrating not just for a day but the entire month. Celebrating children's oral health awareness is incredibly important for our community. National tombstone Health Month is also a great time to promote oral hygiene not only for your kids, but for the whole family. In today's episode we will dive deeper in the importance of taking care of our teeth as an individual and as a family. My aim is to promote awareness of the weight of dental disease and how it is really important to take better care of our dental health. Key Takeaways: -Tooth decay remains the number one chronic childhood disease and it's preventable.-Healthy habits for healthy smiles starting early to promote good oral health is key.-It's our habits and our diet that determine the health of our teeth, gums and body.-The importance of choosing a variety of snacks like fruits, vegetables rather than giving your child sugary snacks has an impact to his overall health. 

Did you know that childhood carries (tooth decay) is the most common chronic childhood illness? Well, yes it is and here is the thing it is 100% preventable. Parents are essential in promoting healthy oral development for their children in support with dental professionals. Listen to this quick episode to for more information about: 1. When do I change my child's toothbrush 2. When should they floss 3. How often should they be seeing the dentist 4. What is fluoride ___________________ Host Information: Name: Dr. Catricia Website: www.drmomsageadvice.com Podcast: The Dr. Mom Sage Advice Podcast Instagram: @drmomsageadvice Facebook: Thriving Single Moms Collective Sign up for our email list here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/60b1076adf9dcd5c586bbb74 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dr-catricia/support

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 Dosing Health Warehouse   Quotes   “If you have a patient that has white spot lesions it will be much harder, if not impossible to remineralize those white spots."   "Small change, big impact."   "The higher strength fluoride toothpaste is more effective at preventing decay."   "Even after being instructed how to apply a pea sized amount, patients and parents over apply."   "HealthWarehouse will ensure your patients receive a 6 month supply at about half the price of brick and mortar pharmacies."   Links   Info@elevateoralcare.com   Staff Meetings: http://www.elevateoralcare.com/Staff-Meetings    Elevate Oral Care Website: http://www.elevateoralcare.com   Elevate Oral Care Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevateoralcare    Elevate Oral Care Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_oral_care/    More TIPisodes: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/tipisodes/    AToTH Website: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com 

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 Dosing Health Warehouse   Quotes   “If you have a patient that has white spot lesions it will be much harder, if not impossible to remineralize those white spots."   "Small change, big impact."   "The higher strength fluoride toothpaste is more effective at preventing decay."   "Even after being instructed how to apply a pea sized amount, patients and parents over apply."   "HealthWarehouse will ensure your patients receive a 6 month supply at about half the price of brick and mortar pharmacies."   Links   Info@elevateoralcare.com   Staff Meetings: http://www.elevateoralcare.com/Staff-Meetings    Elevate Oral Care Website: http://www.elevateoralcare.com   Elevate Oral Care Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevateoralcare    Elevate Oral Care Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elevate_oral_care/    More TIPisodes: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com/tipisodes/    AToTH Website: https://www.ataleoftwohygienists.com 

Companion Veterinary Clinic of Greene County Dr. Christy Fields talks about the importance of pet teeth during National Pet Dental Health Month.

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! February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and for this episode Andrew and Michelle have offered the mic to Jessica, Shelley and Melia at Hygiene Edge. They spoke with a pediatric hygiene specialist and traded tips and tricks for dental hygiene educators who work with children.   Jessica began her hygiene career—even if she technically wasn't a dental hygienist at the time—in a pediatric office. Shelley has worked with a wide range of pediatric patients in private practices over the years, and now instructs the next generation of hygienists on working with children and adolescents. Melia has worked in dental hygiene for over a decade and experiences the pediatric side of her profession when bringing her daughter to appointments. They spoke with Brittnee Thibault, who's both a resident pediatric hygiene specialist and a clinical instructor for hygiene students.   In this episode, our guests discuss how to best describe an injection without freaking out your young patient, impress the importance of an “I'm the boss” voice, and explain how a little fidget spinner can go a long way to keeping your patient happy.     EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:   Interview starts: 16:05   - Melia's fun experience bringing in her daughter to get a tongue-cut done.   - Brittnee discusses how she came to work in a pediatric office.   - Why it's unusual to actually have a dental hygienist working in a pediatric office in Utah—and why these offices should have a hygienist on staff.   - What Shelley is hearing from her pediatric students on how their clinic experience differs from what they're being taught.   - Why Jessica “bailed” the first time she had to administer a pediatric injection.   - How you can build up your students' confidence before they begin practicing on children.   - What instructors can do to ensure a successful appointment for the child, student and educator.   - How you can make the appointment experience more comforting for both kids and their parents.     QUOTES:   “It's very important to know how to treat those little ones all the way up to adolescence.”   “I love this office and I love pediatrics.”   “Replace those scary words with things that aren't as scary.”   “As an instructor... one aspect I'm always trying to bring in is helping them to include the parent in the conversation as well.”   “Setting those expectations before the patient's in the chair, with the student, I feel like makes the appointment a lot better.”   “Just take a breath... go with the flow.”   “Don't ever forget that you're not alone and you're part of a good team.” LINKS: Hygiene Edge - https://www.hygieneedge.com/  A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/     AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/     AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists     AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca   This episode includes the sound effect “cheering-16.flac” by Halleck found at FreeSound.org - https://freesound.org/people/Halleck/sounds/18665/ 

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! February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and for this episode Andrew and Michelle have offered the mic to Jessica, Shelley and Melia at Hygiene Edge. They spoke with a pediatric hygiene specialist and traded tips and tricks for dental hygiene educators who work with children.   Jessica began her hygiene career—even if she technically wasn’t a dental hygienist at the time—in a pediatric office. Shelley has worked with a wide range of pediatric patients in private practices over the years, and now instructs the next generation of hygienists on working with children and adolescents. Melia has worked in dental hygiene for over a decade and experiences the pediatric side of her profession when bringing her daughter to appointments. They spoke with Brittnee Thibault, who’s both a resident pediatric hygiene specialist and a clinical instructor for hygiene students.   In this episode, our guests discuss how to best describe an injection without freaking out your young patient, impress the importance of an “I’m the boss” voice, and explain how a little fidget spinner can go a long way to keeping your patient happy.     EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:   Interview starts: 16:05   - Melia’s fun experience bringing in her daughter to get a tongue-cut done.   - Brittnee discusses how she came to work in a pediatric office.   - Why it’s unusual to actually have a dental hygienist working in a pediatric office in Utah—and why these offices should have a hygienist on staff.   - What Shelley is hearing from her pediatric students on how their clinic experience differs from what they’re being taught.   - Why Jessica “bailed” the first time she had to administer a pediatric injection.   - How you can build up your students’ confidence before they begin practicing on children.   - What instructors can do to ensure a successful appointment for the child, student and educator.   - How you can make the appointment experience more comforting for both kids and their parents.     QUOTES:   “It’s very important to know how to treat those little ones all the way up to adolescence.”   “I love this office and I love pediatrics.”   “Replace those scary words with things that aren’t as scary.”   “As an instructor... one aspect I’m always trying to bring in is helping them to include the parent in the conversation as well.”   “Setting those expectations before the patient’s in the chair, with the student, I feel like makes the appointment a lot better.”   “Just take a breath... go with the flow.”   “Don’t ever forget that you’re not alone and you’re part of a good team.” LINKS: Hygiene Edge - https://www.hygieneedge.com/  A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/     AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/     AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists     AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca   This episode includes the sound effect “cheering-16.flac” by Halleck found at FreeSound.org - https://freesound.org/people/Halleck/sounds/18665/ 

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!  Christa Keddie joins us to share about the history and this year’s campaign.  The mission of Children’s Dental Health Month is “to raise awareness of how important it is for children to develop good oral habits at an early age to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.”  The theme for this year is ‘Water’ and the campaign slogan is “Water, Nature’s Drink!”  Water is not only beneficial to our overall health, but is has benefits for our oral health as well.  Please join us to learn about the benefits of water and National Children’s Dental Health Month!

Host: Veronica Stoddart Guest: Dr Mark Ryan Date: 2/8/21

T&B talk with Dr. Jon Hollister!

The people's Health Clinic continues with its February Children's Dental Health Month with their Facebook Live events, following with February 16th at 5pm to teach parents and kids how to maintain good oral health. Clinic Coordinator Dalia Gonzalez joins us to talk about the workshops, and the services available at the Office window at the People's Health Clinic office located at 650 Round Valley Drive, Park City Utah, 84060 For more information, call 435-333-1845 Children's Dental Health Month Facebook Live stream Website Facebook La Clinica de la Gente (People's Health Clinic of Park City) continua con su Mes de la Salúd Dental de los Niños en Febrero y sus eventos via Facebook Live, el siguiente tomando lugár el 16 de Febrero a las 5pm para enseñar a padres y niños como mantener una buena salud oral. Coordinadora Clínica, Dalia Gonzalez nos acompaña para hablar de los talleres, y los servicios disponibles en la Clínica de Salud de la Gente localizada en la 650 Round Valley Drive,

February is National Children's Dental Health Month, and Adam had on Suzanne Russell from Tolosa Children's Dental Center to talk about their good work for children in SLO County, and the significance of this month on kid's dental hygene.

The Animal Medical Center's Dr. Ann Hohenhaus talks to Eileen Hanavan, Director of Volunteer & Foster Engagement at the ASPCA Adoption Center in NYC, about animal adoption and fostering during the COVID-19 pandemic.Also on this month's show:Viral trending animalsAnimal newsListener Q&AUpcoming events at AMC's Usdan Institute for Animal Health EducationPet Dental Health Month DOs and DON'TsCall us toll-free and leave a message to have your pet questions answered on next month's Ask the Vet Listener Q&A: 866-993-8267Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter!

This week Matt Crespin is joined by Valoree Althoff, MHA, BSDH, PRP, CP to talk about National Children’s Dental Health Month and the partnership and collaboration between ACT Kids Anticavity and ADHA.    Episode Highlights ACT Partnership for National Children’s Dental Health Month Valoree’s background Challenges for improving the oral health of children  ACT Kids Anticavity products for kids Covid-19 Impact Home care Fluoride myths Communicating best practices Quotes   “National Children’s Dental Health Month has been happening for a number of years, but I think it is still gaining traction.”    “It is our duty as providers to do what we can to provide access to oral health services.”    “I hope all hygienists, even if you are not a member of ADHA, share the message of National Children’s Dental Health Month.”    “ACT now offers dye free products.”    “I believe we have yet to see how much this pandemic has impacted oral health.”    “When kids have the dexterity to tie their own shoes, they often have the dexterity to brush their own teeth.”    “Fluoride is a naturally occurring element.”    “Everything in life depends on the right dosing, even sun, water and exercise.”   “Kids mimic what their parents do, so it starts with the parents.” Links    www.adha.or/ncdhm    www.ADHA2021.org    Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net  ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports    The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.   Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/    Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net    Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19  American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ 

The people's Health Clinic launches its February Children's Dental Health Month in which they host 3 Facebook Live events, starting with February 9th at 4pm to teach parents and kids how to maintain good oral health. Clinic Coordinator Dalia Gonzalez joins us to talk about the workshops, and the free oral kit, distributed via "drive through" at the Office window at the People's Health Clinic office located at 650 Round Valley Drive, Park City Utah, 84060 For more information, call 435-333-1845 Children's Dental Health Month Facebook Live stream Website Facebook La Clinica de la Gente (People's Health Clinic of Park City) lanza su Mes de la Salúd Dental de los Niños en Febrero en el cuál tendrán 3 eventos via Facebook Live, empezando con el 9 de Febrero a las 4pm para enseñar a padres y niños como mantener una buena salud oral. Coordinadora Clínica, Dalia Gonzalez nos acompaña para hablar de los talleres, y el regalo de kits de cuidado oral gratuito que se distribuye via "drive through"

February is National Children's Dental Health Month, so for this month's Hygiene Chat, Emily Boge, CDA, RDH, MPA, and Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP are discussing prenatal and early childhood dental health! This podcast is sponsored by Dentsply Sirona. Check out the Hygienist Circle, the Dentsply Sirona Network for Hygienists at https://www.dentsplysirona.com/en-us/categories/preventive/hygienist-circle.html Podcast originally posted as a video on Kara RDH's Facebook page on February 1, 2021: https://www.facebook.com/651793278182426/videos/1322197648156297 Get daily dental hygiene articles at https://www.todaysrdh.com Follow Today's RDH on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TodaysRDH/ Follow Kara RDH on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/ Follow Kara RDH on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kara_rdh/

This week Matt Crespin is kicking off Children’s Dental Health Month! Matt is joined by Jessica Jensen RDH, MSOL(c), BS to talk about Jessica’s journey, and working with pediatric patients.    Episode Highlights TrailBlazer Travel Grant Jessica’s Journey  FQHC Connections for Kids ADHA and Colorado DHA’s Role in Jessica’s Career Jessica’s COVID-19 experience, and first job! Quotes   “I knew I always wanted to help people.”    “I was at my dental appointment, crying in the chair, because I didn't know what I wanted to do with my life.” “I managed 4 of those clinics, and 33 hygienists.”    “Kids move placements a lot unfortunately.”    “Vital medical and dental information was not always getting disseminated.”    “I need friends, where do I find people, and she said ‘we are good people, come hang out with us’.”   “Don’t be afraid to sing Disney songs with them, and sing them often.”   Links    www.ADHA2021.org    Matt’s Email: MattC@ADHA.net  ADHA Annual Report: https://www.adha.org/annual-reports    The health and wellness of the dental hygiene community and the patients you serve is our top priority. We are closely monitoring developments surrounding COVID-19 and will continue to keep you informed. For more information from ADHA, visit https://www.adha.org/covid19.   Visit www.adha.org for membership processing, membership updates, renewals and conference registration! FAQ: https://www.adha2020.org/faq/    Email for COVID Questions/Input: rdhcovidinfo@adha.net    Resource Center: https://www.adha.org/covid19  American Dental Hygienists’ Association homepage:   https://www.adha.org/ ADHA Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/youradha/ The Dental Podcast Network Channel One homepage: http://dentalpodcastnetworkchannelone.otcpn.libsynpro.com/ 

Today's guest is Paul Weiss DDS. Dr. Weiss and I met in the early 90's when he was promoting Dental Health Month at a local mall.  Thats where I got my big break and my mascot career began!  But enough about me, Dr. Weiss had his own successful practice for over 31 years and was also the clinical assistant instructor at UB Dental school. Dr. Weiss talks about how he was able to differentiate himself from other dentists in the area and what is important when in business. 

Dr. Ron Davitt joins us this weekend on Northeast Delta Dental Radio to discuss National Children’s Dental Health Month!  In addition to talking about the history of Children’s Dental Health Month, we will look at a variety of topics to include: ‘what is a dental home?’, ‘when should parents bring their child to the dentist?’, ‘what is a cavity?’, what type of toothpaste should I use?’, plus a whole lot more… please join us on the radio or download the podcast!

Keeping our kids healthy and smiling. was our big issue on the Joel Natalie Show Wednesday. We learned more about Children’s Dental Health Month with the President of the Pennsylvania Dental Hygienists’ Association, and local practitioner Linda Straub-Bruce of Hammerlee Dental Care in Millcreek. Linda brought her decades of experience to help parents, grandparents and care givers do more to fight tooth decay and other health problems in children.

Today on Exploring the Wine Glass, I sit down with several of my wine loving friends and we discuss a very scary topic. One that is rather hard to believe is actually happening, but numbers don’t lie.  There has been a decline in the consumption of wine throughout 2019, and the trend seems to be continuing into 2020. There are many beliefs as to why this downfall is occurring and like many things in the today’s world, it is blamed on those darn millennials! Do they really have that much power? What about this generation is causing the wine industry to stop and take notice and quite honestly begin to quake in their shoes? I am not willing to rule them out, but I also am not so inclined to think that this trend is based solely on them. There has to be more to it, and I bring these additional topics up to my panel to get their opinions. And for fun, don’t forget we always end these episodes with a riddle! Will you be able to solve it before they do? On the show with me today: Maria Ferraro Beardsley of Wine and Cheese Friday Michael Kelly of California Wines and Wineries John Taylor of Pairs with Life Debbie Gioquindo of Hudson Valley Wine Goddess RIDDLE: I have keys, but no locks. I have space but no rooms. You can enter, but you can’t go outside. What am I?     ANSWER BELOW!  Follow me on Instagram!   Follow me on Twitter! SUBSCRIBE ON iTUNES STITCHER | iTUNES | GOOGLE PLAY | SPOTIFY | PODBEAN GIVE US A RATING AND REVIEW STAY IN THE KNOW - GET SPECIAL OFFERS Thoughts or comments? Contact Lori at exploringthewineglass@gmail.com. Please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/exploringthewineglass Find us on Twitter, Instagram , Pinterest, and Snapchat (@dracaenawines) Want to watch some pretty cool livestream events and wine related videos. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel.  Find out more about us and our award winning Paso Robles wines on our website.  Looking for some interesting recipes and wine pairings? Then head over to our wine pairing website.  Thanks for listening and remember to always PURSUE YOUR PASSION! Sláinte! ANSWER TO RIDDLE: KEYBOARD  Please Visit our Sponsors by clicking New Bonus Gifts with your Craft Beer Club subscription - click here to view! Get 30% Off Your First Order Dietary Preference CardCash Hot Deals Gift Cards 30% off Plaque Off for Dental Health Month! Use code: TEETH30

During National Children’s Dental Health, help reinforce the importance of brushing and flossing.

For National Children's Dental Health Month, Emily Boge, CDA, RDH, MPA, and Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP, discuss what hygienists need to know about preventive pediatric dentistry in their on-going Facebook series. Podcast originally posted as a video on Kara RDH's Facebook page on February 5, 2020: https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/videos/854022598352941/ This podcast is sponsored by Dentsply Sirona Preventive. Dentsply Sirona Preventive provides products, solutions, education, training, and support all aimed at preventing disease and promoting a lifetime of oral health. To learn more about Dentsply Sirona's suite of preventive offerings, go to https://www.dentsplysirona.com/en-us/categories/preventive.html Get daily dental hygiene articles at https://www.todaysrdh.com Follow Today's RDH on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TodaysRDH/ Follow Kara RDH on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/ Follow Kara RDH on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kara_rdh/

Hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter welcome Dr. Chad Gehani, President of the American Dental Association which is observing National Children’s Dental Health Month. Tooth decay is the largest unmet health need for children in America, and they discuss the ADA’s Give Kids A Smile program in which thousands of dentists and other dental health professionals provide free dental care to tens of thousands of kids around the country every year. They also discuss the impact of water fluoridation for prevention of tooth decay and the need for expanded access to care for all Americans. Want to stream our station live? Visit www.HealthcareNOWRadio.com. Find all of our show episodes on your favorite podcast platforms. https://www.healthcarenowradio.com/listen/

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This week we welcome a very special guest and dental expert to answer all your questions about keeping your pet's teeth healthy throughout their lifetime! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makingsenseofpets/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/makingsenseofpets/support

This week, hosts Mark Masselli and Margaret Flinter welcome Dr. Chad Gehani, President of the American Dental Association which is observing National Children’s Dental Health Month. Tooth decay is the largest unmet health need for children in America, and they discuss the ADA’s Give Kids A Smile program in which thousands of dentists and other dental health professionals provide free dental care to tens of thousands of kids around the country every year. They also discuss the impact of water... Read More Read More The post Giving Kids Something to Smile About: ADA President Dr. Chad Gehani on National Children’s Dental Health Month appeared first on Healthy Communities Online.

February is Dental Health Month, and it has us thinking about how to better care for our pet's teeth! In this podcast, we interview RVT Laurie Williams, CE and One Health Manager at the Ontario... Through its province-wide network of 50 plus Communities, the Ontario SPCA is one of the largest, most responsive animal welfare organizations in the country, providing care and shelter for tens of thousands of animals every year. The Ontario SPCA is unique amongst animal welfare organizations in Ontario: the Ontario SPCA Act mandates the Society to enforce animal cruelty laws and provides Society Branch and Affiliate investigators with police powers to do so.

February, Dental Health Month by Dr. Doug

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we interview Dr. Heidi Lobprise, DVM, Diplomate AVDC on dental health month in veterinary medicine. How can be better communicate to pet owners the importance of dental health? Should we be sending home all dental prophys with antibiotics? What's the best pain medication post-dental procedure? Tune in to learn more.

In today's VETgirl online veterinary CE podcast, we interview Dr. Heidi Lobprise, DVM, Diplomate AVDC on dental health month in veterinary medicine. How can be better communicate to pet owners the importance of dental health? Should we be sending home all dental prophys with antibiotics? What's the best pain medication post-dental procedure? Tune in to learn more.

Dogs, cats even birds have dental health problems - And poor dental health can lead to shorter lives and many life-threatening diseases. Did you know you can brush a dog or cat's teeth? - It's true... just ask your vet to show you how.Dr Barbara Fougere from All Natural Vet in Sydney tells us some of the signs to watch for with your pet's teeth.

Dogs, cats even birds have dental health problems - And poor dental health can lead to shorter lives and many life-threatening diseases. Did you know you can brush a dog or cat's teeth? - It's true... just ask your vet to show you how. Dr Barbara Fougere from All Natural Vet in Sydney tells us some of the signs to watch for with your pet's teeth.

Did you know that 70% of dogs have gingivitis by the age of 3?! On this week’s show, we welcome back our favorite veterinarian, Dr. Julie Towle, to talk about the importance of dental health in animals and some things pet owners can do to help them. Dr. Towle joins Amy and Dr. B to discuss owner neglect, food quality now vs. 50 years ago, and how to tell if an animal has gingivitis. They also discuss the effects poor dental health can have on an animal’s overall health, how to establish good dental hygiene habits early on, and tips for keeping your pet’s teeth clean. Dr. B also talks about his pet raccoon for a while. You’re definitely going to want to hear all about that!

This show begins with Lori counting down the bite power of the ten strongest nonhuman biters, with many facts about the included animals. Featured are lions, grizzly bears, gorillas, and crocodiles. Lori continues with solid advice about one of the more neglected aspects of pet care, oral hygiene. Keeping up with brushing of your dog’s […]

This month is National Children’s Dental Health month. While that’s a mouthful to say, giving a child a beautiful smile can make a big different in many aspects of their lives. Do you have any questions about your child’s teeth? When is a good time for braces? Today we’ll be talking about pediatric dentistry and orthodontics, with our special guest, Dr. Jeff Gamblin. If you have any questions about your family’s dental health this morning, we would love to hear from you! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

About this Episode: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month.  Nearly one in three children ages two to five years old in the U.S. are affected by tooth decay. It’s important to treat cavities and keep your child’s baby teeth in good shape, because they are the foundation for a healthy mouth.   This episode is brought to you by Jumpstart:HR, LLC HR Outsourcing for Small Businesses and Startups www.jumpstart-hr.com   About Jade Miller DDS: Dr. Jade Miller is the current President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. He has maintained a private practice in pediatric dentistry since 1983 in Reno, Nevada USA. He is married and is proud father of 3 children and 2 grandchildren. Besides maintaining a full-time dental practice Dr. Miller has many other involvements outside of his dental practice.   -Within Organized Dentistry- Past Delegate to the American Dental Association; ADA Council on Dental Education and Licensure Representative. Chairman, Committee on Anesthesiology; Chairman of Continuing Education Recognition Process (CERP) Committee; ADA Advisory Committee on Evidence-Based Dentistry; Past President, Nevada Dental Association and Northern Nevada Dental Society;   -Within Governmental Agencies: Chairman, Nevada State Board of Health; President, Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners; Nevada Trust Fund for Public Health; Nevada State Board of Dental Examiners, Examiner, Sedation Examiner and Disciplinary Officer; Medical Advisory Committee State of Nevada Medicaid.   -Certifications, Awards and Honors: Board Certified in Pediatric Dentistry; American College of Dentist; International College of Dentist; Academy of Dentistry International; Pierre Fauchard Academy;   -Academic appointments: Faculty, University of Nevada, School of Medicine-Cranial Facial Anomaly Team; Faculty, University of the Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry; Faculty, University of Washington School of Dentistry.

Did you know there's a new way to stop the growth of kids' cavities? PegCityLovely chats with Dr. Jade Miller - President of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry about how to help children prevent tooth decay. Ps it's National Children's Dental Health Month!

We often joke about 'doggy breath' but the reality is it can lead to not only major dental disease and the subsequent costs involved but also other major health issues. In this podcast Nadia Crighton from Pet Insurance Australia explains why good dental health can actually save you money and be a 'life-saver' for your pet!

We often joke about 'doggy breath' but the reality is it can lead to not only major dental disease and the subsequent costs involved but also other major health issues. Every year in Australia we talk about August being 'Pet Dental Health Month' - a chance to remind all of us pet owners whether we have dogs or cats - that we really should see our vet for a pet dental check. You can also read a blog about this story here: http://www.petinsuranceaustralia.com.au/blog/

We often joke about 'doggy breath' but the reality is it can lead to not only major dental disease and the subsequent costs involved but also other major health issues.Every year in Australia we talk about August being 'Pet Dental Health Month' - a chance to remind all of us pet owners whether we have dogs or cats - that we really should see our vet for a pet dental check.You can also read a blog about this story here:http://www.petinsuranceaustralia.com.au/blog/

In honor of National Children's Dental Health Month, Dr. Darria and guest Dr. Praneetha Kumar discuss children's dental health.

In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Dr. Darria and guest Dr. Praneetha Kumar discuss children’s dental health.

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. Jonathan Shenkin, DDS, MPH, is an American Dental Association (ADA) expert spokesperson on pediatric dentistry. He has a full time pediatric dental practice in Augusta, Maine.   Dr. Shenkin earned his dental degree from Columbia University and a master’s of public health and a certificate in health care finance from Johns Hopkins University.  He completed his pediatric dentistry residency at the University of Iowa, and he completed a dental public health residency at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).   Dr. Shenkin is board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.  Dr. Shenkin is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and is a former president of the Maine Dental Association. He also serves on the board of directors of the New England section, of the American College of Dentists.  He is a clinical assistant professor of Health Policy, Health Services Research and Pediatric Dentistry at Boston University. www.ada.org

Hello All, The month of February flew by and the Night Light Stories' household has successfully healed from surgery, edited a book, and completed a fun story for your listening pleasure. Since February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, we though our story fit this month perfectly. A Tooth's Story was written by Chris and Melissa Bugaj. Enjoy! What did you say? A word of the day!That is right! In our story there are many juicy words that are fun to learn and say! I am going to post a word or two or three or more from the story that would be fun to try to use in your conversations throughout the week. Coax: To persuade or try to persuade by pleading or flattery Grumble: to express or utter with murmuring or complainingMuffled: being or made softer or less loud or clear Perspective: the appearance of things relative to one another as determined by their distance from the viewer

This week Maria speaks with Maureen Clarke, founder of The Blueprint Group, a nationwide coaching, training and organizational development company providing performance improvement solutions to organizations concerned about retaining their female talent.  Maureen will speak about Corporate Maternity - Out of the Closet and Into the Boardroom, next Cathy O'Neill, co-author of “Babyproofing Your Marriage?, How to Laugh More, Argue Less and Communicate better as your family grows, then Bat Sheva Marcus, clinical director of The Medical Center for Female Sexuality.  Next Maria is joined by Joan Lunden, television personality, and author of ?Growing up Healthy?.  Joan has joined together with The American Academy of Pediatrics and Oral-B Team Up to Promote Children’s Oral Health during February’s Children’s Dental Health Month.