Podcasts about rdh

6 Practical Tips for New Dental Hygiene Grads to Find an Ideal OfficeBy Sandhiya Salim, BDS, RDHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/6-practical-tips-for-new-dental-hygiene-grads-to-find-an-ideal-office/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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 on Brush with Britt, I'm joined by the one and only Shelby RDH — yes, that Shelby from TikTok who has been serving up relatable RDH content and making perio cool again.

5 Common Career Mistakes Every Hygienist Should AvoidBy Heartland DentalOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/5-common-career-mistakes-every-hygienist-should-avoid/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

In this episode, I'm joined by the one and only Amber Lovatos, also known as The Latina RDH—an outspoken advocate, content creator, and powerhouse hygienist who's built an online brand rooted in passion, purpose, and transparency.Together, we're getting into the real stuff about being a dental hygienist and content creator:

Research Suggests Association with Oral Infections andMetabolic ProfilesBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-suggests-association-with-oral-infections-and-metabolic-profiles/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

As a dentist you are a medical specialist. That means it is totally appropriate and acceptable to tap into a patient's medical insurance for procedures that fall within the realm of medical necessity. And there are plenty of procedures performed in our operatories that do fall within the range of medical necessity. So why would we want to start billing to medical insurance companies and how difficult is this to do? To answer these questions and more is our guest, Kandra Sellers. Kandra is a RDH with over 25 years in the dental industry. She is widely considered one of the most passionate and respected dental coaches. She is an educator in the field of oral systemic health, as well as founder and CEO of TIPS Medical Billing. Thanks to our episode sponsors: Shining 3D- https://www.shining3ddental.com/ VOCO America - https://www.voco.dental/us/

The outdated model of today's dentistry is rooted in professional dependency and cloaked in the language of supervision. Its sole purpose lies in gatekeeping and financial control. Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55293010/the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy-the-economics-of-dentistry

What connects the rigor of training for an Ironman with building unstoppable, high-performing dental teams? In this episode of the Just DeW It podcast, host Anne Duffy sits down with Lisa Copeland, a nationally celebrated dental communication expert and Ironman competitor. Lisa opens up about her evolving path from champion swimmer to endurance athlete and how every lap in the pool (and every mile on the racecourse) has shaped her philosophy on leadership, persistence, and communication within dental practices. Drawing on her own wins and setbacks, Lisa urges professionals to approach their careers with the same intentionality as elite athletes: with daily dedication, careful planning, and unwavering commitment to growth. You'll discover how Lisa translates principles from the world of endurance sports to nurture dental teams that are resilient, adaptable, and communicative. She delves into her favored strategies, like the coaching loop for continuous feedback, and underscores why incremental improvement wins over drastic change every time. The conversation goes deeper into mentorship, the necessity of recovery, and how self-reflection lays the groundwork for genuine leadership. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How sports endurance strategies can empower dental team leadership. Lisa's practical framework for ongoing communication and feedback. The value of small, consistent tweaks over big, sweeping changes. Why preparation and recovery are critical to both athletics and team performance. Tips for integrating mentorship and self-reflection into your leadership journey. The essential steps to building a culture of trust and resilience. Tune in now to discover how the endurance athlete mindset can elevate your dental team and your leadership skills! Learn More About Lisa Copeland Here! Website: communicatewithinfluence.org Lisa's Book "Iron-Out Your Communications": a.co/d/2e9azYo Don't Forget to Sign Up for the Next DeW Retreat! 7th Annual DeW Life Retreat November 13-15, 2025 Charlotte, NC Love the podcast? Please leave us a review! It will help us help more entrepreneurs just like you ❤️ Want to get more involved? Join our membership and community below for exclusive perks! Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.Read the most recent edition of DeW Life Magazine here.Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things! References: Events:DeW Retreat 2025 Organizations:IronmanNational Speaker's AssociationCSP Award TV:The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel People:Kelly DugganJoAn MajorsBill Stainton

Is your dental visit as clean as it looks?In this episode of Gums & Gossip, we welcome infection control expert and national speaker Amanda Hill, RDH to break down the often-overlooked risks in dentistry —Hope gum gabs with her from hidden biofilm in waterlines to dirty suctions that could be spreading more than just air and water. (Even traveling!)Whether you're a dental professional striving for top-tier safety, or a patient wanting to better understand what goes in your mouth — this episode uncovers the dirty truth behind infection control and why it matters more than ever.

Research Explores Innovative Tissue Regeneration for Endodontic Diseases With Potential Beyond DentistryBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-explores-innovative-tissue-regeneration-for-endodontic-diseases-with-potential-beyond-dentistry/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

From forensics to academia and back to the clinician.  Enjoy hearing the journey of professional transitions from Kimberly A. Erdman, EdD, RDH, FAADH, FADHA Thank you to Aspen Dental for sponsoring this episode!  Learn more: https://www.aspendental.com/ 

In today's episode, we're spotlighting the dental hygienist as more than just a provider of cleanings—but as a true prevention specialist. That means shifting from a reactive mindset to a proactive one: taking the time to perform comprehensive risk assessments on almost every patient. Why? Because identifying risk factors early is the key to building targeted, effective treatment plans that can help stop disease before it leads into much more serious and expensive problems. Our guest is Alicia Murria, a RDH with a masters degree in dental hygiene. She is a member of the Hygiene Faculty with Align Technology, Associate Hygiene Productivity Coach with Inspired Hygiene, and alumni at Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene.

In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Plaque, Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, takes a look at diagnostic errors in dentistry.Like this show? Leave us a review on your favorite podcasting app!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/

Amanda Hale, a dental hygienist for 18 years, has developed such a versatile resume and has truly done the most she can with her career! Our conversation in this episode covers her RDH origin story, her journey as a clinical hygienist, and what keeps her busy outside of the operatory. If branching out of clinical hygiene piques your interest, I highly recommend giving this episode a listen. Also, be sure to give Amanda a follow on socials (@thecurvyscaler) and listen to her amazing new podcast "Functional Roots"!Timestamps: (00:00) Amanda's RDH Origin Story (06:14) Staying Busy in the field of Dental Hygiene (11:44) Getting into Dental Hygiene School (18:29) Paying Tuition (23:28) Struggling in the Dental Hygiene Classroom(30:54) Great Memories in School

Thyroid Cancer: Hygienist Survives Surgery and Recommends Dental Monitoring for SymptomsBy Debbi Viger, RDH, BHSOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/thyroid-cancer-hygienist-survives-surgery-and-recommends-dental-monitoring-for-symptoms/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

She went from dental assisting to redefining what it means to be a hygienist. Some stories don't age, they just get more relevant. Episode 298 is one of those, which is why we're pulling it from the archives and back into the spotlight. Sherri Warshaw's path through dentistry isn't the one you've heard before. She didn't just climb the career ladder, she took a hard left, pushed through the tough stuff, and built something entirely her own. From the quiet grit it takes to survive hygiene school to the deeper reasons people chase those RDH initials, Sherri unpacks the kind of truths that rarely make it into open conversation. This episode isn't about status or salary it's about staying power, perspective, and redefining what a meaningful career in dentistry really looks like. Connect with Sherri sherriwarshaw@gmail.com www.smokefreestepsllc.com —-------------------------------------------- Hey friends—cool news! The Dental Assistant Nation Podcast was featured on Feedspot's Top 100 Dental Podcasts and their Top Dental Assistant Podcasts list. Huge thanks to you for listening, subscribing, and supporting the show. Couldn't have done it without you. Go check it out—we're listed alongside some amazing shows! 100 Best Dental Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_podcasts/ 4 Best Dental Assistant Podcasts - https://podcast.feedspot.com/dental_assistant_podcasts/ —--------------------------------------------

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Wendy Briggs, RDH, powerhouse speaker, hygienist, and co-founder of The Team Training Institute. Broadcasting live from Thrive Live in Las Vegas, Wendy shares her expert insights on the current hygiene crisis affecting dental practices across the nation. She discusses the root causes of the growing divide between hygienists and practice owners, the impact of inflated wage expectations, and why many offices are mistakenly eliminating hygiene positions altogether.   Wendy also explains her proven system for transforming underperforming hygiene departments by elevating care standards, boosting productivity, and shifting providers to practice at the top of their license. With a deep dive into preventive therapy, periodontal therapy, patient advocacy, and the true definition of assisted hygiene, this episode is a must-listen for any dental team looking to improve efficiency and patient care without sacrificing profitability. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://theteamtraininginstitute.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Research Explores the Association Between Immune System's Memory, Inflammatory Systemic Conditions, and PeriodontitisBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-explores-the-association-between-immune-systems-memory-inflammatory-systemic-conditions-and-periodontitis/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

Ever felt the pull to reinvent your career but wondered where to start? This episode of Just DeW It is a masterclass in professional transformation, as Anne Duffy sits down with Lorie Streeter, the dynamic new Vice President of U.S. Expansion at MaxAssist. With nearly thirty years invested in empowering dental professionals, Lorie opens up about what it means to pivot your career, embrace a fresh start, and trust the subtle signs that shape your journey. She shares candid stories from her path—from leading at AADOM to stepping into her new challenge—and reveals how discovering her core strengths redefined her mission. Whether you're a dental office manager, team leader, or simply searching for purpose, Lorie's unwavering drive to build community, nurture resilience, and elevate patient care will inspire you to identify your own hidden strengths and seize new opportunities in your professional life. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to recognize and maximize your unique professional strengths The story behind Lorie's leap from AADOM to MaxAssist Why community and support are game-changers for dental office managers Strategies for handling career transitions in the dental industry The importance of resilience and listening to “signs” in your journey Tips for helping your dental team reach new levels of efficiency and care Insights on building a fulfilling, purpose-driven career path Hit play now to discover how leaning into your strengths can transform your career and your team! Learn More About Lorie Streeter Here! Website: getmaxassist.com Email: streeterlorieann@gmail.com Instagram: instagram.com/loriestreetermaxedout TikTok: tiktok.com/@loriestreetermaxedout Don't Forget to Sign Up for the Next DeW Retreat! 7th Annual DeW Life Retreat November 13-15, 2025 Charlotte, NC Want to get more involved? Join our membership and community below for exclusive perks! Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.Read the most recent edition of DeW Life Magazine here.Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things! References: Events:DeW Retreat 2025 Organizations:AADOM TV:The Gong Show Bands:Rascal Flatts Tools:StrengthsFinder

More Than Plaque Scores: Redefining Success in Dental Hygiene EducationBy Andreea Catana, RDH, CDA, Az EFDA RF, CRFDA, CDIPC, MPHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/more-than-plaque-scores-redefining-success-in-dental-hygiene-education/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

In this episode of the BrushwithBritt Podcast, Britt sits down with Derik Sven

Discover how intentional disconnection from our hyperconnected world can help dental professionals reduce burnout, restore balance, and reclaim their well-being—both in and out of the operatory. Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT  Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55286545/the-power-of-disconnecting-finding-peace-in-a-hyperconnected-world

Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP, had a great chat with hygienist and researcher Dr. Kim Milleman, during which they discussed the adjunctive use of mouthrinse. As the owner and operator of Salus Research, specializing in the independent evaluation of oral healthcare products, she has authored or co-authored 75 peer-reviewed publications. She has also given over 200 scientific presentations at American and International dental conferences worldwide. During her 25-year career, she has conducted over 450 human clinical trials in China, the United States, and Guatemala.Dr. Milleman also conducted a clinical trial, where she and her team assessed the efficacy of adding LISTERINE® to a brushing and flossing routine. Listen to this episode learn more!A big thank you to LISTERINE® for sponsoring this video and for being such a champion of clinical research.Learn more about the science of LISTERINE® and sign up for LISTERINE® Pro Partners to get free samples at https://kenvuepro.com/en-us/listerine/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

Research Examines the Association Between Periodontal Care and Acute Myocardial Infarction HospitalizationBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-examines-the-association-between-periodontal-care-and-acute-myocardial-infarction-hospitalization/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

Could common oral rinses be causing more harm than good in patients? Discover how rinses may disrupt nitric oxide production—and what that means for whole-body health. Kathryn Gilliam, BA, RDH, MAAOSH, HIAOMT Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55288053/why-should-we-care-about-the-effects-of-mouth-rinses-on-oral-nitric-oxide-production 

In this episode, I'm joined by the brilliant and bold Katrina Sanders, RDH, BSDH, M.Ed, RF, to talk about the power of airway awareness from the hygiene chair—even when you're not a myofunctional therapist.Katrina shares how hygienists can recognize early signs of airway dysfunction, confidently start the conversation with patients, and become a powerful part of the collaborative care team without stepping outside their scope.We explore:•What airway screening looks like in real-time clinical practice•How to refer out when myo or sleep support is needed•How to overcome pushback from providers or patients•Why every hygienist should be the first line of defense in identifying airway dysfunctionIf you've been feeling the pull toward airway health—but aren't sure where you fit in—this conversation will leave you feeling empowered, informed, and inspired to take action right from the op.

10 (More) Pet Peeves of Dental HygienistsBy Heather Hakes, RDHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/10-more-pet-peeves-of-dental-hygienists/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

  Many dental professionals are confused about how to get their dental unit waterlines to pass the safety test. In part two of this series, Amanda Hill explains how to interpret the test results, what to do if you fail, and some common myths around DUWL compliance. Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC   Read by Jackie Sanders  https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/water-safety/article/55282554/the-basics-of-dental-unit-waterlines-part-2 

Ready to lean into your unique story and calling in dentistry? On today's episode we hear a story that proves the most meaningful career paths often begin in unexpected places with Brandi Hooker Evans. Anne and Brandi dive into what it truly means to listen to your inner voice, honor your unique gifts, and turn challenges into opportunities for growth, both professionally and personally. Together, they explore Brandi's transformative two-decade career in dental hygiene, including pivotal moments of self-discovery and reinvention that led her to found the Stellar Infusion Study Club. This episode unpacks timely topics like burnout, self-comparison, and the value of community within dentistry. Plus, Brandi's book, “Dentists, Hygienists, and Cows,” and her educational resources underscore the importance of holistic learning and continual inspiration—reminding every dental professional that fulfillment is within reach when you lean into what makes you unique. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Brandi's Idaho roots shaped her approach to dentistry and life. The importance of embracing your unique journey and strengths. What inspired the creation of the Stellar Infusion Study Club and its community impact. Practical strategies to overcome burnout and comparison. Why continuing education and holistic learning matter in dentistry. Insights from Brandi's acclaimed book and its relevance for dental hygienists. How to listen to your inner voice and realign with your true purpose. Hit play now and discover how honoring your story can transform your career and your sense of purpose! Learn More About Brandi Hooker Evans Here! Website: brandihookerevans.com Brandi's Book "Dentists, Hygienists, and Cows: How Brilliant Dental Professionals Have Great Days Providing Exquisite Individualized Care": a.co/d/6ARymXZ Stellar Infusion Study Club: brandihookerevans.com/studyclub Don't Forget to Sign Up for the Next DeW Retreat! 7th Annual DeW Life Retreat November 13-15, 2025 Charlotte, NC Want to get more involved? Join our membership and community below for exclusive perks! Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.Read the most recent edition of DeW Life Magazine here.Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things! References: Events:DeW Retreat 2025Chicago MidwinterThe Utah Dental ConventionIowa Dental ConventionThe Greater New York Dental MeetingYankee Dental Congress People:Rachel Hollis - Girl, Wash Your FaceKatrina M. Sanders-StewartAnne O. RiceAngela Davis SullivanJoy LantzDr. Uche Odiatu Organizations:The Hinman Dental Society

5 Strategies to Help Prevent Burnout for Dental HygienistsBy Kevin Ly, RDHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/5-strategies-to-help-prevent-burnout-for-dental-hygienists/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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 is an unfiltered examination of the structural sexism embedded in dentistry, a profession that has long constrained the autonomy of hygienists under the pretext of safety and oversight. Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA   Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55286333/a-century-of-subordination-the-historical-barriers-to-dental-hygienists-autonomy 

In this roundtable episode we are joined by Peggy, Monica, and Lindsey to talk about a new option for the everyday RDH, PerioDT. This product is multi-faceted and a potential game changer for every single patient we have sitting in our chair. Give this episode a listen if you are ready to take your practice to the next level! Resources: Booth number 406 at RDH Under One Roof youngspecialties.com @younginnovations and @youngspecialties on insta LIVE WEBINAR ALERT: July 15th, 2025 - https://younginnovations.com/education/live-ce-webinars If you missed it, you can check out all of their on demand courses with the same link!  

In this roundtable episode we are joined by Peggy, Monica, and Lindsey to talk about a new option for the everyday RDH, PerioDT. This product is multi-faceted and a potential game changer for every single patient we have sitting in our chair. Give this episode a listen if you are ready to take your practice to the next level! Resources: Booth number 406 at RDH Under One Roof youngspecialties.com @younginnovations and @youngspecialties on insta LIVE WEBINAR ALERT: July 15th, 2025 - https://younginnovations.com/education/live-ce-webinars If you missed it, you can check out all of their on demand courses with the same link!  

Starting dental hygiene school soon? You've come to the right place! Anistinn joins me on this episode to share her RDH journey so far. She's currently in an accelerated dental hygiene program and is on track to graduate in October. She's staying busy building a social media platform, tutoring other dental hygiene students, and studying for boards. If you're starting your dental hygiene journey, you'll love this episode!Timestamps: (00:00) Anistinn's RDH Origin Story(09:55) Accelerated Dental Hygiene Program (11:15) Finding Patients in Dental Hygiene School(16:29) Learning New Concepts as a Student (26:28) Advice to Dental Hygiene Applicants and Students (31:36) Making Friends Within Your Cohort

Hygiene Hacks: 25 Tips to Simplify a Day of Dental HygieneBy Kim Kiser, RDHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/hygiene-hacks-25-tips-to-simplify-a-day-of-dental-hygiene/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

The Mystery of Tooth Enamel Defects: A New Autoimmune Disorder DiscoveredBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/the-mystery-of-tooth-enamel-defects-a-new-autoimmune-disorder-discovered/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

  Bridging the gap between dentists and dental hygienists through stronger interprofessional collaboration could be the key to improving patient outcomes and advancing comprehensive oral care. Whitney Foster, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders, RDH  https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55273548/an-introduction-to-interprofessionalism-in-dentistry

What does it take to have true collaborative leadership in your practice? Today we're hearing from Angela Davis Sullivan, an influential figure with over 30 years of experience in dental practice success. Journeying from an expanded function dental assistant to a renowned business coach, Angela shares her transformative path and how she came to lead the masterminds of our DeW Life community. Her story delves into the pivotal moments that ignited her passion for coaching and reveals her strategies for fostering leadership and nurturing talent within the dental field. Anne and Angela unpack the art of empowering dental teams through the critical role of one-on-one meetings in building a cohesive team dynamic. They also discuss the ongoing necessity of continuous learning and coaching, advocating for the strength found in collaborative relationships and supportive communities. Angela's book, "Coming Home to a Better Practice," serves as a beacon, offering valuable insights to revitalize dental practice culture and boost efficiency. This episode is a must-listen for anyone eager to harness the power of leadership, coaching, and community in dentistry! What You'll Learn in This Episode: Angela Davis Sullivan's progression from dental assistant to business coach. The pivotal moments that inspired Angela's passion for coaching. How to observe and identify dental team members' strengths. The impact of leadership on dental practice success. Team dynamic strategies including effective one-on-one meetings. The role of continuous learning in the dental profession. Insights from Angela's book, "Coming Home to a Better Practice." Press play to explore how collaborative leadership can help your office with Angela Davis Sullivan! Learn More About Angela Davis Sullivan Here! Website: adaptivedentalsolutions.com Angela's Book "Coming Home to a Better Practice": a.co/d/1en2VKb Facebook: facebook.com/adaptivedentalsolutions Don't Forget to Sign Up for the Next DeW Retreat! 7th Annual DeW Life Retreat November 13-15, 2025 Charlotte, NC Want to get more involved? Join our membership and community below for exclusive perks! Join the DeW Life movement by becoming a member using this link.Join the Dental Entrepreneur movement by becoming a member using this link.Read the most recent edition of DeW Life Magazine here.Just DeW It Podcast is the official podcast of Dental Entrepreneur Women (DeW), founded by Anne Duffy, RDH. The mission of DeW is to inspire, highlight, empower, and connect all women in dentistry. To join the movement or to learn more, please visit dew.life. Together, we can DeW amazing things! References: Events:DeW Retreat 2025 Tools:ChatGPTZoom

Research Reveals an Association Between Primary Teeth Biorhythm and Adolescent Weight GainBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-reveals-an-association-between-primary-teeth-biorhythm-and-adolescent-weight-gain/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

Get ready to dive deep into the world of dental waterline maintenance with none other than Amanda Hill BSDH, RDH CDIPC, educator, speaker, and infection control queen!

In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Plaque, Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, takes a look at medical clearance for dental care.Like this show? Leave us a review on your favorite podcasting app!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/

Spend time learning about the latest trend of nicotine pouches. Alyssa Day shares her knowledge on the adverse effects and the role of the RDH. 

Case Study: Dental Hygiene Student Bases Patient Education on Medical HistoryBy Carrie Portwood, RDAOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/case-study-dental-hygiene-student-bases-patient-education-on-medical-history/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

When Nevada's Senate Bill 495 threatened to eliminate educational requirements for dental hygienists, ADHA and local Nevada hygienists sprang into action. In this must-listen episode, ADHA President Elect Lancette VanGuilder of Nevada together with Dr. JoAnn Gurenlian, Nevada's Karen Solie and host Matt Crespin - all ADHA past presidents - reveal the inside story of the legislative strategy and success in Nevada. Hear how tight coordination between national and state efforts paired with relentless "boots on the ground" advocacy and mobilization of the dental hygiene community contributed to the defeat of dangerous legislation that could have compromised public safety. This is a blueprint with the practical insights you need in order to stay on top of legislative threats coming to your state - the strategy, the critical importance of early ADHA partnership and proven tactics that work. With other states already in the crosshairs, this pod episode is essential listening for dental hygienists nationwide, to unite and protect professional standards and public safety. Guests: ADHA President Elect Lancette VanGuilder, BS, RDH, PHEDH, CEAS, FADHA; Caryn Solie, RDH, FADHA and JoAnn Gurenlian, RDH, MS, PhD, AAFAAOM, FADHA Host: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA   Workforce Growth Initiatives    https://www.adha.org/WorkforceGrowth2025 ADHA Advocacy Action Center https://www.adha.org/takeaction ADHA Working for You https://www.adha.org/WorkingForYou Nevada Dental Hygienists' Association https://nvdha.com/ A Battle Well Fought in Nevada https://www.adha.org/hygienist-hub/a-battle-well-fought-in-nevada/  ADHA Newsroom https://www.adha.org/Newsroom 

Mendelian Randomization Analyses Look for Causal Relationships between Oral Health and Cognitive DeclineBy Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/mendelian-randomization-analyses-look-for-causal-relationships-between-oral-health-and-cognitive-decline/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

    Lara James, NTM, RDH, advocates for periodontal disease being classified as a comorbidity. Here's why. Lara James, NTM, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55272301/periodontal-disease-a-comorbidity-part-1 

My favorite RDH origin stories are the ones of people who didn't originally plan to become dental hygienists and somehow fell into it and end up loving this career. That was the case for Wafaa, @the_hijabi_hygienist, an influencer hygienist practicing clinically for 9 years now. She faced challenges in her pre-req classes as a pre-med student, and just so happened to be getting orthodontic treatment at the university she was attending when she realized dentistry piqued her interest. She conveniently had all the classes she needed to apply for the dental hygiene program and ended up getting in on her first try. Right after gaining her license, she decided to jump into the dental hygiene master's of science program with aspirations of becoming an educator in the future. Wafaa admits to facing challenges through her schooling, but is glad she persevered and enjoys her career in dental hygiene as well as helping her followers become RDHs! Timestamps:(00:00) Intro (01:22) Wafaa's RDH Origin Story(05:40) Transition from Pre-Requisites to Dental Hygiene School(18:36) Overcoming Struggles in Dental Hygiene School(23:03) Why Shadowing a Dental Hygienist is Important (27:17) Memorable Times in Dental Hygiene School

In this week's episode, I got to sit down with Victoria Myers, period recovery specialist, RDH and  host of the Nourishing Women Podcast to chat about all things Hypothalamic Amenorrhea and fertility. Victoria shares her personal experience and advocates for a better understanding of eating disorders in the fertility space. We covered common misdiagnoses, the need for a supportive care team, and the recovery process when a fertility journey is involved. Learn so many valuable tips and strategies for your own period recovery journey!   Find more from Victoria Myers over on Instagram @nourishingmindsnutrition and make sure to  check out her podcast Nourshing Women Podcast.   Ready to dig deeper on your fertility journey but don't know where to start? Fertility Labs 101 walks you through the full assessment we do with our clients, what the labs mean and how to interpret your results based on optimal guidelines for fertility. Grab your copy for just $17 over at ttc.kelseyduncan.com/fertility-labs    **Please note that Victoria mistakenly stated "low estrogen" instead of "high estrogen" when discussing PCOS lab work in comparison to HA lab work.**  

Dental Hygienists on Father's Day: Give the Ideal Oral Health GiftBy Aurora Graves DeMarco, BA, RDH, CDAOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/dental-hygienists-on-fathers-day-give-the-ideal-oral-health-gift/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/

Shining a Light on Microbial ‘Dark Matter' of the Oral MicrobiomeBy Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/shining-a-light-on-microbial-dark-matter-of-the-oral-microbiome/Need CE? Start earning CE credits today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rdh.tv/ce⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Get 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/