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Ask a room of dental hygienists how they found the profession, and many give the same answer: their own hygienist brought it up. Live from ADHA26 in Fort Worth, Hygienist Inspired ambassadors Lali Williams and Pamela Graboso-Saul share their paths into dental hygiene and how they spread the word to patients, parents and high school students. Holli Seabury, Delta Dental Foundation Executive Director, explains how the chairside recruitment program has grown to 12 states and why anyone can take the ally pledge. Then ADHA Standout Seven honoree Sarah Jackson of Curaprox closes out the exhibit floor with iTOP (individually trained oral prophylaxis), a hands-on approach that trades the unopened goodie bag for touch-to-teach instruction right in the patient's mouth. Healthier patients start with better teaching.Guests: Lali Williams, RDH, FADHA, Hygienist Inspired Ambassador; Pamela Graboso-Saul, MPH(c), MSDH, BSDH, RDH, FADHA, Hygienist Inspired Ambassador and President, New Jersey Dental Hygienists' Association; Holli Seabury, EdD, Executive Director, Delta Dental Foundation; Sarah Jackson, RDH, MSDH, FADHA, Head of Education and Professional Relations, CuraproxHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Dana sits down with dental hygiene program director Brionna Watson @brionnawatson_, MPA, RDH, Director of the Dental Hygiene Program at the Community College of Baltimore County, to discuss what it really takes to thrive in dental hygiene school, from trusting the learning process and developing resilient study habits to understanding why true competence comes from comprehension—not memorization. They also explore career growth beyond clinical practice, the importance of mentorship, financial and lifestyle preparation for school, and how emerging innovations like virtual reality are expanding dental hygiene education.

Science Shows Surprising Dental Benefits from Drinking Red WineBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/science-shows-surprising-dental-benefits-from-drinking-red-wine/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/⁠

Day three of ADHA26 in Fort Worth brings a lineup of partners doing the work alongside dental hygienists. Live from the exhibit floor, host Matt Crespin talks with Michele Lash of Dentsply Sirona about how research and the voice of the customer drive product innovation, plus the Graduate Student Research Program, now in its 19th year. GoTu's Thalía Diedrick and Cassidy Miller preview the fourth annual State of Work survey and Best in Dental, a program recognizing offices that treat temporary professionals as part of the team. Chikako Amendola and Amanda Booth of Henry Schein share the Empowering You webinar series and a growing push for medical-dental integration. And Kari Ann Kuntzelman of the American Dental Therapy Association explains where dental therapy stands across the country and how hygienists can pursue it. Four conversations, one message: the profession is moving forward.Guests: Michele Lash, RDH, BA, FADHA, CDIPC, Senior Manager, Clinical Research, Dentsply Sirona; Thalía Diedrick, Chief Marketing Officer, GoTu; Cassidy Miller, Director of Advocacy and Community, GoTu; Chikako Amendola, Executive Director, Henry Schein; Amanda Booth, Senior Marketing Specialist, Henry Schein; Kari Ann Kuntzelman, DT, Executive Director, American Dental Therapy AssociationHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Trust comes up again and again on the ADHA26 exhibit floor, from spotting a patient in danger to recommending fluoride with confidence. Live from Fort Worth, dental hygienist and licensed professional counselor Kandice Swarthout explains how to recognize the signs of human trafficking in the dental chair and why survivors most want dignity and a resource on hand. Deland Basora and Andrea Johnson of Crest + Oral-B preview the 30th anniversary of their continuing education program and trade favorite Oral-B iO features. Amber Mendoza of Heartland Dental asks how new technology and AI will realistically fit into a packed Monday morning schedule. Erin Haley-Hitz of Solventum shows how caries risk assessment turns a fluoride recommendation into comprehensive care, no sales pitch required. Insurance determines reimbursement. Risk determines clinical need.Guests: Kandice Swarthout, MS, RDH, LPC; Deland Basora, Head of U.S. Professional Oral Health, Procter & Gamble; Andrea Johnson, RDH, MS, Senior Manager, Scientific Relations, Crest + Oral-B; Amber Mendoza, RDH, Director of Hygiene Operations, Heartland Dental; Erin Haley-Hitz, RDH, BSDH, MS, FADHA, MAADH, Key Opinion Leader, SolventumHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Even Hygienists Have Yellow ZonesEven a dental hygienist with years of chairside experience can miss a spot, and the newest Philips Sonicare proves it. Live from the ADHA26 exhibit floor in Fort Worth, host Matt Crespin welcomes first-time guest Heather McGuire of Philips Oral Healthcare, who traces her path from dental assistant to clinician to building hygiene departments for two DSOs. Heather previews the next-generation DiamondClean and DiamondClean Prestige, launching Oct. 1, with a touchscreen mouth map on the handle that shifts each segment from yellow to blue and remembers where you left off. Instant feedback on pressure and scrubbing brings chairside coaching into the patient's bathroom. She also explains how Zoom Delivered converts an intraoral scan into custom whitening trays shipped straight to the patient's door. Turns out even hygienists have yellow zones.Guest: Heather McGuire, RDH, Senior Manager, Professional Education & Relations, Philips Oral HealthcareHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Science Shows Dental Pain Better Treated with Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Than OpioidsBy Today's RDH Research Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/science-shows-dental-pain-better-treated-with-over-the-counter-pain-relievers-than-opioids/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/⁠

For the final episode of the RDH Magazine Podcast, the roles are reversed as DentistryIQ editor-in-chief Andrew Johnston sits down with RDH Magazine chief editor Jackie Sanders. After three years behind the microphone interviewing dental professionals, Jackie takes the other seat to reflect on the career that brought her from clinical dental hygiene to corporate dentistry, publishing, and eventually RDH Magazine. Jackie and Andrew talk about the lessons she has carried from each stage of her career, including learning to embrace change, surrounding yourself with people who can help you grow, and recognizing opportunities even when you do not feel completely prepared for them. They also look at some of the challenges facing dental hygienists today, particularly finding enough time to provide the level of patient education and comprehensive care they know they can deliver. The conversation closes with a look at the future of dental hygiene and why Jackie remains optimistic about the profession. While this is the final episode of the RDH Magazine Podcast, the conversations continue. Jackie and Andrew will remain active across RDH Magazine and DentistryIQ, while Jessica Atkinson and David Torres continue bringing weekly conversations to the dental hygiene community through A Tale of Two Hygienists. Highlights from the episode include: Jackie's path from dental assisting to becoming a hygienist at 38 and eventually chief editor of RDH Magazine What clinical dental hygiene taught her about treating people, not just treating mouths Why hygienists need enough time to educate patients and practice at the top of their skill set How working in corporate dentistry changed Jackie's perspective on leadership and change The unexpected opportunities and mentors that shaped her career Why believing in yourself does not mean you have to know exactly where your career is headed Why Jackie remains optimistic about the future of dental hygiene A final thank-you to the listeners and guests who have been part of the RDH Magazine Podcast The RDH Magazine Podcast may be ending, but RDH podcasting is not. Continue the conversation with A Tale of Two Hygienists, hosted by Jessica Atkinson and David Torres, and keep following RDH Magazine for the clinical, professional, and industry content shaping the future of dental hygiene.

Science Confirms Water Fluoridation Prevents Tooth Decay in ChildrenBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/science-confirms-water-fluoridation-prevents-tooth-decay-in-children/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/⁠

Research Questions the Accuracy of Oral Health Advice Givenby Non-ProfessionalsBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-questions-the-accuracy-of-oral-health-advice-given-by-non-professionals/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/⁠

Jessica and Dave welcome Judy Carroll, RDH, Founder and Clinical Director of PerioPeak Innovations, to discuss how periodontal endoscopy is changing the way hygienists assess and treat periodontal disease.   With 36 years of clinical experience, Judy shares her expertise on:   How periodontal endoscopy works and its evolution in hygiene.   How visualization can improve clinical decision-making and calculus detection.   The connection between endoscopy, biofilm management, and periodontal outcomes.   Common misconceptions, barriers, and training considerations.   The future of visualization technology in periodontal care.   More affordable, hygiene-focused approaches for treating teeth traditionally considered hopeless.   Learn more about Judy's work and periodontal endoscopy at www.periopeak.com and connect with @periopeak on social media.   Resources www.periopeak.com www.facebook.com/periopeak/ linkedin.com/in/periopeak/ @periopeak Guest: Judy Carroll, RDH | vision@periopeak.com Hosts: Jessica and Dave | jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com | dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

Jessica and Dave welcome Judy Carroll, RDH, Founder and Clinical Director of PerioPeak Innovations, to discuss how periodontal endoscopy is changing the way hygienists assess and treat periodontal disease.   With 36 years of clinical experience, Judy shares her expertise on:   How periodontal endoscopy works and its evolution in hygiene.   How visualization can improve clinical decision-making and calculus detection.   The connection between endoscopy, biofilm management, and periodontal outcomes.   Common misconceptions, barriers, and training considerations.   The future of visualization technology in periodontal care.   More affordable, hygiene-focused approaches for treating teeth traditionally considered hopeless.   Learn more about Judy's work and periodontal endoscopy at www.periopeak.com and connect with @periopeak on social media.   Resources www.periopeak.com www.facebook.com/periopeak/ linkedin.com/in/periopeak/ @periopeak Guest: Judy Carroll, RDH | vision@periopeak.com Hosts: Jessica and Dave | jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com | dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

Microbubbles & Biofilm: The Power of Cavitating JetsBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/microbubbles-biofilm-an-efficient-way-to-clean-implants-with-cavitating-jets/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/⁠

With just one episode remaining after this one, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston take some time to reflect on the RDH Magazine Podcast, their years of working together, and what comes next. They look back at how their paths in dental hygiene, podcasting, and publishing came together and share why bringing different experiences, relationships, and perspectives to RDH Magazine and DentistryIQ has made their collaboration so rewarding. While the RDH Magazine Podcast is coming to an end, Jackie and Andrew are not going anywhere. Both will continue focusing on editorial content and new ways of connecting with dental professionals, including more video and digital content across RDH Magazine and DentistryIQ. Most importantly, podcasting for the RDH community continues with A Tale of Two Hygienists. Now part of the RDH Magazine family, the podcast is hosted by Jessica Atkinson and David Torres, who bring their own personalities, perspectives, and passion for dental hygiene to conversations with voices from across the profession. Highlights from the episode include: Why the RDH Magazine Podcast is coming to a close and what Jackie and Andrew will focus on next How Andrew's move from A Tale of Two Hygienists to DentistryIQ brought Jackie and Andrew's professional worlds together Why different networks and perspectives can make dental media stronger How Jessica Atkinson and David Torres have made A Tale of Two Hygienists their own while staying true to the podcast's roots What listeners can expect from A Tale of Two Hygienists going forward Where you can continue to find Jackie and Andrew after the RDH Magazine Podcast ends Continue listening with A Tale of Two Hygienists, featuring hosts Jessica Atkinson and David Torres, for weekly conversations about clinical care, professional growth, education, and the issues affecting dental hygienists today.

Clinician-patient Relationships Lessen Anxiety in PediatricPatientsBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/clinician-patient-relationships-lessen-anxiety-in-pediatric-patients/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/⁠

Leah Johnson returns for the annual Know Before You Go episode, this time with Texas on the itinerary. She walks Matt through the biggest change attendees need to know about, the move to first come, first serve seating for all sessions, and explains what building a personal schedule online does and does not reserve for you. Leah covers getting from DFW to downtown Fort Worth on the TexRail for two dollars, hotel concessions worth asking about, and the construction at the convention center that will affect restrooms and one route in. She also runs through what is new this year, including a Crest breakfast open to every attendee for the first time, the first in-person annual business meeting, adoptable puppies on the show floor, and the Western flair coming to the President's Dinner. Practical tips on comfortable shoes, group registration savings and the mobile app round out the conversation.Guest: Leah Johnson, CMP, DES, Director of Meetings, Corporate Development & ADHA FoundationHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Researchers Find Groundbreaking Connection between OralBacteria and StrokeBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-find-groundbreaking-connection-between-oral-bacteria-and-stroke/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/⁠

Research Examines Whether People Are Genetically Predisposed to Tooth DecayBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/research-examines-whether-people-are-genetically-predisposed-to-tooth-decay/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/⁠

GLP-1 medications are everywhere, and dental teams are already seeing the effects at the chair. Pharmacist Anne Misher joins host Matt Crespin for a conversation rooted in the oral-systemic link, and why these drugs are far more than a weight-loss story. She explains how GLP-1s work across diabetes, weight management, heart disease, fatty liver, and sleep apnea, and how their anti-inflammatory effects may even support gum health. Misher breaks down the side effects worth watching, from dry mouth and enamel erosion to the facial changes that follow rapid weight loss. She also shares a practical way to capture an accurate health history when patients hesitate to disclose. The evidence is still emerging, and this episode gives hygienists a real head start. When patients will not say it, the mouth often will.Guest: Anne Misher, PharmD, MBA, CPPHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHA

Study: Periodontal Disease Increases Risk Esophageal andGastric Cancer by 43%-52%By Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/study-periodontal-disease-increases-risk-esophageal-and-gastric-cancer-by-43-52/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/⁠

What does it take to launch a new LISTERINE® mouthwash, and why do some formulations never make it to the shelf?Kara Vavrosky, RDHEP, had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Kyle Hubble, lead clinical scientist for the LISTERINE® brand, and he walked Kara through the entire development process of launching new LISTERINE® mouthwash products. They talked about how LISTERINE® involves dental professionals from the earliest stages, the formulation of potential new products, prototype testing, pre-clinical research, independent clinical trials, and the final steps of getting a new mouthwash ready to launch.So much happens behind the scenes that you may not be aware of, and Kyle gives a fascinating inside look at what actually happens during product development. This is definitely worth a watch!If you are a licensed dental professional, join LISTERINE® Pro Partners (it's free!) to get access to free LISTERINE® samples at https://rdh.tv/ListerineTo learn more about the different LISTERINE® products, research, and specials available, visit https://kenvuepro.com/en-us/listerineA big thank you to LISTERINE® for sponsoring this video and for being such a champion of dental hygienists and clinical research.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/

What if true rigor in education isn't about making learning harder—but making it more meaningful?   In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Marion Manski, MS, RDH, to reflect on a distinguished career in dental hygiene education. As she prepares for retirement, Marion shares how her philosophy of teaching has evolved, why high standards and compassion can coexist, and what today's educators can do to help students succeed without losing sight of their humanity.   This conversation is a thoughtful look at leadership, mentorship, and the lasting impact educators have on the future of the profession.   In This Episode:   How Marion's teaching philosophy has evolved over the years.   What academic rigor really means in today's educational environment.   Balancing high expectations with student support and empathy.   Advice for new dental hygiene educators entering academia.   Reflections on a career of teaching, mentorship, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind.   Connect with Our Guest:   Marion Manski, MS, RDH Email: manskimc@vcu.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-manski-ms-rdh-839b0571/   Contact the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson Email: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres Email: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

Kristen King, RDH and founder of Dental Reveal, shares how unexpected opportunities, strong professional relationships, and a willingness to stay curious shaped her career—from clinical practice across multiple states and countries to building an educational platform that helps dental hygienists integrate oral microbiology and microscopy into patient care. She offers practical advice for the future RDH who's interested in pushing the boundaries of our profession. Whether you're a dental hygiene student or an early-career hygienist, this conversation is a reminder that your career doesn't have to follow a straight line to become meaningful, and how staying curious can take you far!

What if true rigor in education isn't about making learning harder—but making it more meaningful?   In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Marion Manski, MS, RDH, to reflect on a distinguished career in dental hygiene education. As she prepares for retirement, Marion shares how her philosophy of teaching has evolved, why high standards and compassion can coexist, and what today's educators can do to help students succeed without losing sight of their humanity.   This conversation is a thoughtful look at leadership, mentorship, and the lasting impact educators have on the future of the profession.   In This Episode:   How Marion's teaching philosophy has evolved over the years.   What academic rigor really means in today's educational environment.   Balancing high expectations with student support and empathy.   Advice for new dental hygiene educators entering academia.   Reflections on a career of teaching, mentorship, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind.   Connect with Our Guest:   Marion Manski, MS, RDH Email: manskimc@vcu.edu LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-manski-ms-rdh-839b0571/   Contact the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson Email: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres Email: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

Researchers Examine How Clinical Environmental Factors Impact Ergonomics in Dental Hygiene StudentsBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-examine-how-clinical-environmental-factors-impact-ergonomics-in-dental-hygiene-students/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/⁠

Researchers Build a Smart Dental Implant that ResistsBacterial GrowthBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/researchers-build-a-smart-dental-implant-that-resists-bacterial-growth/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/⁠

Amber Lovatos shares the practical realities of her RDH origin story, from first-generation Mexican American and single teen mom to now a public health dental hygienist, public speaker, author, and engagement manager with Curaprox. Limited access to dental care shaped Amber's understanding of oral health disparities and drove her desire to give back to her community in Houston, Texas. Amber talks about struggling to graduate high school and teaching herself algebra while being a mom to get into dental hygiene school. Her journey was not easy, yet she has fostered a thriving career in dental hygiene, inspiring others to do the same.Thank you to this episode's sponsor, Curaprox. Learn more about Curaprox and their products at curaprox.us online or @curaproxusa on socials.

Research Looks at Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders inDental ProfessionalsBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/new-research-looks-at-work-related-musculoskeletal-disorders-in-dental-professionals/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/⁠

Dentinal hypersensitivity affects a large portion of patients in the dental hygiene chair, and as an RDH (or future RDH!), it is our responsibility to help patients manage it. In this episode, Dana explains what dentinal hypersensitivity is, its various causes, and effective management strategies dental professionals can share with their patients. This episode is sponsored by Curaprox. Learn more about Curaprox and their products at curaprox.us online or @curaproxusa on socials.

In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Plaque, Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, discusses dysphagia, what it is, who it affects, and home care recommendations for patients with dysphagia.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/⁠

Recent dental hygiene graduate Nancy Her shares her career path from dental assisting and a biology degree to completing an accelerated dental hygiene program and entering clinical practice as an RDH. She and Dana discuss student loans, finding patients for school, accepting constructive feedback, and building confidence during the transition from dental hygiene student to practicing hygienist. Growth often comes from staying open to learning, seeking feedback, and focusing on steady progress rather than perfection. Apply this to any part of your dental hygiene journey and you'll see how much you can improve!

Dental marketing has changed significantly, but the goal is still to connect with the right patients and give them a reason to care. In this episode, Kirk Behrendt talks with Minal Sampat, marketing strategist, social media coach, dental hygienist, best-selling author, and founder of Marketologist, about what is working in dental marketing today. You will learn how to use AI without losing trust, create content around patient outcomes, improve local and social marketing, track where patients actually come from, and evaluate your marketing budget based on your audience and competition. For practical ways to make your marketing more effective, listen to Episode 1085 of The Best Practices Show!Main Takeaways:Marketing platforms and techniques continue to change, but effective marketing still depends on connecting with people and giving them something they care about.AI should be used as a tool rather than a substitute for human communication, and practices should be transparent when AI-generated avatars or content are being used.Dental content builds more trust when it shows the patient outcome of treatment instead of focusing only on procedures.Practices can expand their local reach by supporting nearby businesses and organizations and collaborating with them through social media content.Marketing budgets should be based on the competitive environment, the patients the practice wants to serve, and the activities that produce a measurable return.New patient forms can help identify the patient journey by allowing patients to select every marketing source that contributed to their decision.Internal marketing should emphasize patient appreciation and practice culture, while external marketing should create a consistent experience across reviews, social media, websites, ads, and patient communication.Episode Chapters:00:00 What is working in dental marketing today.02:39 Minal's background in marketing and dental hygiene.05:40 Creating a Guinness World Record campaign.10:11 How dental marketing changed after COVID-19.13:26 The growing role of AI in marketing.14:55 Using AI while maintaining trust.17:00 Humanizing AI-generated communication.21:05 Social media content and Google search visibility.22:30 Creating dental content that builds trust.28:49 A simple local marketing strategy for dental practices.30:59 Combining ground marketing with social media.33:11 Leveraging existing marketing to reduce unnecessary spending.35:37 Understanding your target audience.36:52 Marketing KPIs and tracking patient sources.40:07 Internal versus external marketing.42:29 Evaluating the potential patient journey.44:15 Final thoughts on using marketing tools effectively.44:47 Minal's Exchange session.45:43 Podcast Wrap UpGuest Bio:Minal Sampat, RDH is the bestselling author of Why Your Marketing Is Killing Your Business, And What To Do About It. She is the founder of Marketologist® - an online marketing strategy & training course & community, a renowned marketing strategist, sought-after speaker, and social media coach extraordinaire.Minal is the founder of the popular CE on The Beach™ event! She hosts CE events & workshops on beautiful islands around the world. This event has sold out every single time!Plus, she is the Co-founder of the Pediatric Dental Marketing Course & Pediatric Dental Growth Summit!P.S. Many call Minal the "Marketing Therapist."Episode Resources:https://www.minalsampat.com/https://ceonthebeach.com/https://marketologist.com/https://www.instagram.com/minalsampatllc/https://www.facebook.com/RealTalkWithMinalSampatHeyGen: https://app.heygen.comChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/Perplexity: https://www.perplexity.ai/More Helpful Links for a Better Practice & a Better Life:Contact Gina to learn more about ACT: gina@actdental.comThe Best Practices Show: https://www.actdental.com/podcast/Smile Source Community Hub: https://www.actdental.com/community-hubUpcoming Events & Workshops: https://www.actdental.com/events/Smile Source: https://www.smilesource.com/Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.comSubscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com

Geriatric Patients with Poor Dental Health Linked To Respiratory IssuesBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/geriatric-patients-with-poor-dental-health-linked-to-respiratory-issues/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/⁠

Why do so many dental professionals struggle with instrument sharpening, and what impact does it have on patient care, efficiency, and instrument longevity?   In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Jennifer Simoncelli, RDH, to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of clinical success: instrument maintenance. Jennifer shares what inspired the development of XpressEdge, how it simplifies the sharpening process compared to traditional methods, and the real-world results practices are seeing after adopting it.   If you've ever wondered whether your instruments are performing at their best, this conversation offers practical insights that every dental team can apply.   In This Episode:   Why instrument sharpening remains a challenge for many clinicians.   The inspiration behind the development of XpressEdge.   How XpressEdge differs from traditional sharpening methods.   Feedback and success stories from practices using the system.   The one thing every dental office should know about instrument maintenance.   Connect with Our Guest:   Jennifer Simoncelli, RDH Email: JSimoncelli@Nordent.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennifer-simoncelli-rdh-64569a54   Contact the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson Email: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com   Dave Torres Email: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com   This episode is brought to you by our friends at Nordent. To learn more about XpressEdge and explore their full range of dental instruments and products, visit www.Nordent.com.

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Michelle Strange, MSDH, RDH, live from Thrive Live 2026 in Las Vegas. Michelle shares her unconventional path from dental assistant to hygienist, educator, entrepreneur, speaker, and now independent hygiene practice owner in Colorado. She discusses what it was like to sell everything, travel the country with mobile dental equipment, and eventually step into ownership of a hygiene practice where she can practice prevention-focused care on her own terms.  Michelle and Mark dive into guided biofilm therapy, minimally invasive products like SDF and Curodont, BlueCheck, laser certification, implant maintenance, infection control, and how hygienists can play a powerful role in early detection and patient education. Michelle also shares her approach to motivational interviewing, trauma-informed care, and helping patients feel seen, heard, and empowered rather than judged. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.michellestrangerdh.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Dysphagia: Dental Hygiene Treatment and Home Care Modifications for Patient SafetyBy Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPHOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/dysphagia-dental-hygiene-treatment-and-home-care-modifications-for-patient-safety/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/⁠

Bacteria Found in Pickles Helps Improve Oral Health & Reduce CariesBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/bacteria-found-in-pickles-helps-improve-oral-health-reduce-caries/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/⁠

Brittany Mook, Corporate Account Manager from NDX & Sandy Slobbe, RDH, MA from Today's Dental Network share their thoughts on: Digital adoption acceleration  The hidden cost of remakes Lab standardization To learn more about National Dentex Labs (NDX) visit: https://nationaldentex.com/. You can learn more about the DSO Lab Program here: https://nationaldentex.com/dso-lab-program You can also connect with Brittany Mook here: brittany.mook@nationaldentex.com or call her at 931.581.5390.  You can contact Sandy Slobbe here: sandy.slobbe@tdn.care or call her at 813.482.8787.   Subscribe to our channel for more episodes and stay updated on the latest DSO news, insights, and events! If you like our podcast, please give us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on iTunes https://apple.co/2Nejsfa and a Thumbs Up on YouTube.

The Effects of Menopause on Oral Health: Xerostomia Risk Is HighBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/the-effects-of-menopause-on-oral-health-xerostomia-risk-is-high/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/⁠

Career growth in dental hygiene rarely follows a straight line. In this episode, Dana Schmitt, RDH, shares how a sociology degree, nonprofit work in Ecuador, and a later start in dental hygiene helped shape a fulfilling career where she supports dental hygiene students and educators nationwide with Cloud Dentistry. If you're a dental hygiene student or new grad wondering whether you're behind or unsure of your next step, this conversation offers a practical reminder that meaningful careers are often built one decision at a time.

Study Shows Botox May Help TMJ Patients without SignificantBone ChangesBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/study-shows-botox-may-help-tmj-patients-without-significant-bone-changes/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/⁠

In this episode, Jackie Sanders and Andrew Johnston sit down with Kristen Evans, RDH, to preview her presentation that she delivered at RDH Under One Roof this month where she explored the connection between airway health, hormone health, and skeletal integrity. Kristen shares the personal journey that led her to become an advocate for systemic bone health screening, discusses why dental professionals are uniquely positioned to identify patients at risk for osteoporosis and other chronic conditions, and offers an encouraging message for clinicians who aspire to write, speak, and contribute to the profession. The conversation also highlights the importance of perseverance, finding your unique voice, and trusting that the right opportunities often come with the right timing.   Learn more about Kristen Evans by connecting with her on LinkedIn (Kristen Evans, RDH – “The pH RDH”), where you can also find links to her website, Instagram, and her Bone & Balance for Life initiative focused on education, prevention, and advocacy for systemic bone health.   Resources: @thephrdh on Linked In and Instagram

Study Examines the Link Between Mental Health and Oral HealthBy Today's RDH ResearchOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/study-examines-the-link-between-mental-health-and-oral-health/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/⁠

Guest Melanie Boyd, BS, RDH, and founder of New Wave Perio, discusses her journey from dental school rejection to building a successful dental hygiene business centered around periodontal endoscopy. She faced challenges in dental hygiene school, navigated self-doubt, learned to accept constructive feedback, pushed herself to explore different career opportunities with her RDH degree, and used all this experience to build her business model. This is a story that showcases how crucial it is to be comfortable being uncomfortable- because that's how greatness is achieved.

Host Matt Crespin brings you voices from Milan, where dental hygienists from 47 countries gathered for the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene. Outgoing IFDH President Jill Rethman describes what it was like to sit on a World Health Organization panel as the only dental hygienist in the room, alongside dentists and health ministers from around the world, and what she learned about how many countries have never heard of our profession. That first appearance led to an invitation for IFDH to join the WHO's new Global Coalition on Oral Health. U.S. delegates Kelli Swanson Jaecks and Tammy L. Filipiak share what happens in the two years between symposiums, from committee calls scheduled across a dozen time zones to a new IFDH fellowship program and the decision to open the federation to dental therapists and oral health therapists. They also celebrate ADHA's first ever IFDH Impact Award, First Place in the Large Association category, for the Hygienist Inspired Ambassador Program. Plus, meet newly elected IFDH Secretary Loes Velthoven-Verlinden of the Netherlands and Vice President Cole Gilbert of South Africa, who explain what scope of practice looks like in their countries.Guests: Jill Rethman, RDH, BA, FADHA; Kelli Swanson Jaecks, MA, RDH, FADHA; Tammy L. Filipiak, RDH, MS, FADHA; Loes Velthoven-Verlinden; Cole GilbertHost: Matt Crespin, MPH, RDH, FADHAwww.ifdh.orgwww.ifdh.org/isdhwww.ifdh.org/podcastwww.adha2026.org

ADHA Updates Workforce Position Statement, Calls for Practice-Level Action on Documented Retention CrisisBy American Dental Hygienists' AssociationOriginal article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/adha-updates-workforce-position-statement-calls-for-practice-level-action-on-documented-retention-crisis/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/⁠

In this episode of Curiosity Killed the Plaque, Spring Hatfield, RDH, BSPH, looks at periodontal probing and charting.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/⁠

In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave welcome Candi Kidd, RDH, BSDH, MEd, to discuss the unique challenges patients with special healthcare needs face when accessing oral healthcare. From medically complex and tube-fed patients to collaborating with caregivers and healthcare teams, Candi shares practical strategies for creating more inclusive, compassionate, and effective dental experiences. This conversation challenges clinicians to rethink accessibility, advocacy, and the future of patient-centered care.   In this episode, we discuss:   Common barriers to oral healthcare for patients with special healthcare needs   Oral health considerations for medically complex and tube-fed patients   Collaborating with caregivers and interdisciplinary healthcare teams   Adapting preventive, therapeutic, and educational approaches   Creating more inclusive and compassionate dental experiences   The role of advocacy in improving access to care   Practical strategies clinicians can implement immediately   Where dental education and healthcare systems can continue to improve   Connect with Candi Kidd:   Email: candicea31@gmail.com Instagram: @the.sunnysister   Connect with the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com

What if the biggest challenge in oral healthcare isn't clinical knowledge—but access?   In this episode of A Tale of Two Hygienists, Jessica and Dave sit down with Richard Robinson, BS, RDH, to discuss how community outreach is transforming preventive oral healthcare. Richard shares what it takes to build sustainable partnerships, reach underserved populations, and remove the barriers that prevent people from receiving the care they need. From advocacy and education to real-world outreach initiatives, this conversation highlights how every dental professional can make a lasting impact beyond the operatory.   In this episode, we discuss:   The connection between community outreach and preventive oral healthcare   Identifying and addressing barriers to oral healthcare access   Building sustainable community partnerships   Reaching underserved and vulnerable populations   The role of education, advocacy, and prevention   Lessons from successful outreach initiatives   How clinicians, educators, and students can get involved in community-based care   The future of access-to-care efforts in dentistry and dental hygiene   Connect with Richard Robinson:   Email: mywhy1st@gmail.com Facebook: MY WHY Instagram: @mywhy1st TikTok: @RichardRobinson_RDH   Connect with the Hosts:   Jessica Atkinson: jatkinson@endeavorb2b.com Dave Torres: dtorres@endeavorb2b.com