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In the fast-paced world of dental hygiene, who is looking at the patient in a comprehensive way? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. The risks may surprise you! Hang out with me and listen to the conversation I have with Jonathan Jones about oral cancer. Jonathan has been working with Susan Cotton to raise awareness around this topic. He will be presenting at RDH UOR this year. I am excited to share this conversation with him and help inspire each of you to stay dedicated to this important component of assessment. Additional resources: Check out my free scorecard for students - you can rank yourself on how you are doing to take action on the steps toward being a successful college student. Sign up on the Google doc HERE - I will send along your scorecard to use the entire time you are enrolled in school. Study Sheets: https://thehappyflosserrdh.etsy.com/ Specialized Course: How to be successful in Dental Hygiene Schoolhttps://billie-lunt-s-school.teachable.com/p/how-to-be-successful-in-dental-hygiene-schoolOther Podcasts: blog.feedspot.com/dental_hygiene_podcasts/ Take a look at a recent product I have tried and recommend. bit.ly/thehappyflosser promo code: HAPPYFLOSSER Tooth fairy escape room Here Email Me: HappyflosserRDH@gmail.com
In this episode of BrushwithBritt, we explore the inspiring possibilities of pursuing a career in dental hygiene, regardless of age or life stage. Join us as we discuss the reality and challenges of going back to school to become a dental hygienist while juggling work, family, and other personal commitments. Hear from Lisa Trubey, who dared to dream big and took the leap back into education. Whether you're working full-time jobs, raising children, or transitioning from completely different careers. We'll discuss how individual determination, planning, and support systems play crucial roles in successfully managing school alongside other responsibilities. This episode is designed to motivate and reassure you that it's never too late to pursue your passion in dental hygiene. We aim to dismantle the myths that it's too difficult to change careers or return to school later in life. Whether you're considering a first-time venture into healthcare or looking to make a significant change, this discussion will provide the encouragement and practical insights needed to take those first steps towards fulfilling your dreams in dental hygiene. Tune in to feel inspired and gain the confidence to realize that your aspirations are achievable, and it's all dependent on your unique journey and commitment. Lisa Huitron Trubey is a seasoned Registered Dental Assistant and soon-to-be graduate with a Bachelor's in Dental Hygiene from West LA College. Since starting her career in 2001, Lisa has mastered various roles in dental practices, from clinical duties to office management. Currently gearing up to enter the RDHAP program, she is also a dedicated single mom to a 14-year-old. Lisa's passion and dedication to the field has earned her several accolades, including placements in both CDHA and RDH UOR student poster competitions and winning first place in the ADHA undergraduate presentation in 2024. Follow Lisa's exciting transition from student to RDHAP on Instagram @trubeyornottrubey_rdh as she embarks on the next chapter of her professional journey.
Susan Cotten shares her wealth of knowledge on HPV and Oral Cancer screenings. Hear about the workshop she and Dr Kamal will be teaching at RDH UOR.
Annie Walters embraced her fears and attended RDH Evolution and RDH UOR by herself. She shares how embracing the unknown has transitioned her career path.
How attending RDH Under One Roof and RDH Evolution opened doors for Amanda Hale and her inner drive. Finding the perfect spot for her next steps.
In our technology-driven hyper-speed world, the art of successful communication has more obstacles than ever before. We will work to keep it simple and use verbal and nonverbal strategies to maximize outcomes. The 7% rule is real (7% verbal 93% nonverbal) and we will work it in our favor. Objectives 1. Determine how to pivot your techniques with simple patient-level communication. 2. Evaluate how we listen and how we position makes the impact we desire. About Rachel Smith: Rachel Smith has been a passionate patient-provider for over 30 years. She has been sharing her techniques with dental teams since 2014 with Align Technology. She has spoken at the AACD, Yankee Dental Congress, RDH UOR, and multiple Invisalign summits. Watching practices soar is the greatest joy for her along with her husband of 26 years and fabulous 4 fur babies. Learn more about Dentistry's Got Talent here: www.thedentalfestival.com
Welcome back dental peeps to another Episode of The Tooth or dare Podcast! This weeks episode is sponsored by our friends at Hu-Friedy, Thanks for the support! Hope you are all having a fantastic week so far! We are back to real life after RDH UOR! OMG IT WAS SO AMAZING if you haven't gone to UOR you totally need to come to Denver next year. This episode is dedicated to our friend Rachel aka @The_PinkHygieniest Whitney and Irene both hung out at the Hu-Friedy booth and Irene learned some cool stuff classic Irene fin facts about the Everedge 2.0 scalers and WHY they are Everedge 2.0 is 72% sharper out of the box. The testing is super impressive. They use the instruments for 500 Strokes and then test it with specially calibrated silicone test sticks. They do it on all aspects of the tip 3rd of the instrument and the stats are pretty impressive. Go to hu-friedy.com/EE2 to learn more about the science of the Everedge 2.0 scalers and see the cool testing process! This weeks episode is with Dr. Jessica Emery. We all know her from Instagram and now Jessica is helping practices, dentists and dental team members learn how to grow their social media following with beautiful photos and marketing strategies. She carries a plethora of cellphones around daily to monitor her many accounts and the accounts of her clients! Based in Chicago, grew up in Boston this DDS was once an RDH! Her influence came from her mom who was also a Dentist and first trained as an RDH. Together they were the first mother-daughter that graduated from both hygiene school and dental school. If you want to check out Dr. Emery and her various accounts here they are, they are all beautiful and so well put together! @thedentaldiaries @dentalsoiree @soireestock @dentalgirlgang @sugarfixdentalloft @whitehauteteeth Dr. Jessica Emery gives some epic advice to all women in dentistry, how to handle negative vibes AND she also does a dare! Head over to @toothordare.podcast to watch the dare go down! Thank you to Dr. Emery and her team for joining us, hope to meet you in real life one day!
In this episode, we talk about the importance of networking. For better or worse, its here to stay and it is an important part of our lives as hygienists. We had the opportunity to record with several people at the Coffee and Conversation event at RDH UOR, listen to what they have to say! Special thanks to Cherie LePenske for inviting us to be a part of this amazing event and for always supporting our efforts! Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, and many of our episodes, Zirc! www.zirc.com Zirc believes in helping you work smarter, not harder through organization and tools that allow you to perform your job to the fullest! Listen to their promo at minute 3:30 The special offer for this episode is: Cassettes 5+1 of the same cassette. Promo Code EZ6 Zirc, Because Time is Everything. https://www.zirc.com/products/instrument-holders Although this episode does not count for CE, head over to www.cezoom.com and check out our other episodes that count for CE! Be sure to thank the sponsor for the CE portion of most episodes by heading over to Paradise Dental Technology - www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences!
In this episode, we talk about the importance of networking. For better or worse, its here to stay and it is an important part of our lives as hygienists. We had the opportunity to record with several people at the Coffee and Conversation event at RDH UOR, listen to what they have to say! Special thanks to Cherie LePenske for inviting us to be a part of this amazing event and for always supporting our efforts! Thank you to our sponsor for this episode, and many of our episodes, Zirc! www.zirc.com Zirc believes in helping you work smarter, not harder through organization and tools that allow you to perform your job to the fullest! Listen to their promo at minute 3:30 The special offer for this episode is: Cassettes 5+1 of the same cassette. Promo Code EZ6 Zirc, Because Time is Everything. https://www.zirc.com/products/instrument-holders Although this episode does not count for CE, head over to www.cezoom.com and check out our other episodes that count for CE! Be sure to thank the sponsor for the CE portion of most episodes by heading over to Paradise Dental Technology - www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences!
We're back for Season 2 of Beyond the Prophy! Listen in as Christie, Jasmin, and Karen enjoy themselves at the RDH UOR conference in Oxon Hill, MD. This episode we get a chance to chat with the 2018 Award of Distinction Recipients Susan Cotten and Lesley Tuomi. We missed Rhoda Kublickis! We had a blast with you all and can't wait to share the new and improved podcast for Season 2. Thank you for making our community and podcast a success!!! Podcast Sponsor: Beyond the Prophy Featured book: Girl Wash Your Face Subscribe to our Podcast and leave a review Like Us on Facebook Join our MOMgienists Community on Facebook Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Stitcher: @MOMgienistspodcast Apple Podcast: @MOMgienistsPodcast Google Play: @MOMgienistsPodcast
We're back for Season 3! Listen in as Christie, Jasmin, and Karen enjoy themselves at the RDH UOR conference in Oxon Hill, MD. This episode we get a chance to chat with the 2018 Award of Distinction Recipients Susan Cotten and Lesley Tuomi. We missed Rhoda Kublickis! We had a blast with you all and can't wait to share the new and improved podcast for Season 3. Thank you for making our community and podcast a success!!! Podcast Sponsor: Beyond the Prophy Featured book: Girl Wash Your Face Subscribe to our Podcast and leave a review Like Us on Facebook Join our MOMgienists Community on Facebook Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Stitcher: @MOMgienistspodcast Apple Podcast: @MOMgienistsPodcast Google Play: @MOMgienistsPodcast
We're back for Season 2 of Beyond the Prophy! Listen in as Christie, Jasmin, and Karen enjoy themselves at the RDH UOR conference in Oxon Hill, MD. This episode we get a chance to chat with the 2018 Award of Distinction Recipients Susan Cotten and Lesley Tuomi. We missed Rhoda Kublickis! We had a blast with you all and can't wait to share the new and improved podcast for Season 2. Thank you for making our community and podcast a success!!! Podcast Sponsor: Beyond the Prophy Featured book: Girl Wash Your Face Subscribe to our Podcast and leave a review Like Us on Facebook Join our MOMgienists Community on Facebook Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Stitcher: @MOMgienistspodcast Apple Podcast: @MOMgienistsPodcast Google Play: @MOMgienistsPodcast
Momgienists Takeover/Hijacking the Mic Jasmin and Christie interview Andrew and Mike, restorative guygienists, on what its like to do expanded function! Andrew and Jasmin celebrate their one year friendshipaversary! We learn how to commit someone to attend RDH UOR for 2018. GV Black Extension for Prevention We talk state board exams and requirements for licensure What is a restorative hygienist? Liners and Basers Education experience Our Program - https://www.yvcc.edu/academics/programs/DentalHygiene/Documents/Curriculum%20sequence%202017.pdf https://www.yvcc.edu/academics/programs/DentalHygiene/Pages/PrerequisiteRequirements.aspx Total of 119 credit hours in the program with 13+ courses required for Prereqs What does an ideal Restorative Hygienist/Dentist relationship look like? Therapist models are discussed!
Momgienists Takeover/Hijacking the Mic Jasmin and Christie interview Andrew and Mike, restorative guygienists, on what its like to do expanded function! Andrew and Jasmin celebrate their one year friendshipaversary! We learn how to commit someone to attend RDH UOR for 2018. GV Black Extension for Prevention We talk state board exams and requirements for licensure What is a restorative hygienist? Liners and Basers Education experience Our Program - https://www.yvcc.edu/academics/programs/DentalHygiene/Documents/Curriculum%20sequence%202017.pdf https://www.yvcc.edu/academics/programs/DentalHygiene/Pages/PrerequisiteRequirements.aspx Total of 119 credit hours in the program with 13+ courses required for Prereqs What does an ideal Restorative Hygienist/Dentist relationship look like? Therapist models are discussed!
Ep 97 Lisa Stillman, RDH,BS Interview starts at:11:56 Lisa began wanting to be a school teacher but was counseled to be a hygienist! Lisa was at RDH UOR lecturing about Severe Mental Illness Lisa began speaking about this due to an amazingly inspirational story 3 Issues for oral health with severe mental illness persons Illness itself doesn't lend itself to good oral hygiene Medications cause horrific dry mouth Medications that cause an addiction to carbs Learn to adapt Use Xylitol and Xlear How did she get over being shy in public speaking Career Fusion What avenues does Lisa go down with her speaking about Severe Mental Illness? What does too much dopamine in the brain do? What is our responsibility to our patients with severe mental illness? National Alliance on Mental Illness - https://www.nami.org/ http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/ https://www.facebook.com/mentalhealthamerica/ lisa.e.stillman@gmail.com Lisa.stillman@Xlear.com
Ep 97 Lisa Stillman, RDH,BS Interview starts at:11:56 Lisa began wanting to be a school teacher but was counseled to be a hygienist! Lisa was at RDH UOR lecturing about Severe Mental Illness Lisa began speaking about this due to an amazingly inspirational story 3 Issues for oral health with severe mental illness persons Illness itself doesn’t lend itself to good oral hygiene Medications cause horrific dry mouth Medications that cause an addiction to carbs Learn to adapt Use Xylitol and Xlear How did she get over being shy in public speaking Career Fusion What avenues does Lisa go down with her speaking about Severe Mental Illness? What does too much dopamine in the brain do? What is our responsibility to our patients with severe mental illness? National Alliance on Mental Illness - https://www.nami.org/ http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/ https://www.facebook.com/mentalhealthamerica/ lisa.e.stillman@gmail.com Lisa.stillman@Xlear.com
Jasmin is on location at RDH UOR and had the privilege to interview Kristin Hays, RDH. She is a clinical hygienist, innovator, and hygienist passionate for senior care. Jasmin enjoyed learning about her journey. The key takeaway from this interview: Shut up and Color!! Learn how this has helped Kristin in her professional journey and why it has brought her career satisfaction. Thank you for being on the show! Topics we discuss: Airforce Dental Assistant for 10 years Career in Dental Hygiene Working with Orabrite Working in Senior Care Being persistent in your goals and taking time off Senior Dental Care Creation of modification tool for toothbrushes Senior oral health line for Orabrite Take the initiative and create an opportunity Business side of dental hygiene-maintaining business relationships Read what you sign Direct style of communication Create good working relationships Best career advice How to reach Kristin: Kristin_Hayes77@yahoo.com Link to her Orabrite- Senior Products: Click HERE Link to Orabrite: CLICK HERE Featured book: Motivation Manifesto by Brendon Burchard Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Jasmin is on location at RDH UOR and had the privilege to interview Kristin Hays, RDH. She is a clinical hygienist, innovator, and hygienist passionate for senior care. Jasmin enjoyed learning about her journey. The key takeaway from this interview: Shut up and Color!! Learn how this has helped Kristin in her professional journey and why it has brought her career satisfaction. Thank you for being on the show! Topics we discuss: Airforce Dental Assistant for 10 years Career in Dental Hygiene Working with Orabrite Working in Senior Care Being persistent in your goals and taking time off Senior Dental Care Creation of modification tool for toothbrushes Senior oral health line for Orabrite Take the initiative and create an opportunity Business side of dental hygiene-maintaining business relationships Read what you sign Direct style of communication Create good working relationships Best career advice How to reach Kristin: Kristin_Hayes77@yahoo.com Link to her Orabrite- Senior Products: Click HERE Link to Orabrite: CLICK HERE Featured book: Motivation Manifesto by Brendon Burchard Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
The MOMgienists Christie and Jasmin share their experience at RDH UOR. You will just have to tune in to hear all the details. Listen in to hear their hilarious adventure without the children! Podcast Sponsor: Audible, get your 30-day free trial HERE. Featured book: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Apple Podcast: @MOMgienistsPodcast Google Play: @MOMgienistsPodcast
RDH UNDER ONE ROOF – The Superbowl of Hygiene Conferences No interview today! Congrats to Andrew's best friend Todd and his wife Heather on their new baby! Andrew is not a terrible father - kinda Why you should sit in first class while your children sit in coach A break down of the previous episode What would an ATOTH behind the scenes, bloopers reel, or after show look like Andrew makes threats to Emily Boge as well as Carlos, Peter, and Kara Michelle and her friend crashed their boat while still on land… #talent More craziness ensues Come have coffee with Michelle and MouthMate – look for the invitation here and be sure to RSVP! https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/
RDH UNDER ONE ROOF – The Superbowl of Hygiene Conferences No interview today! Congrats to Andrew’s best friend Todd and his wife Heather on their new baby! Andrew is not a terrible father - kinda Why you should sit in first class while your children sit in coach A break down of the previous episode What would an ATOTH behind the scenes, bloopers reel, or after show look like Andrew makes threats to Emily Boge as well as Carlos, Peter, and Kara Michelle and her friend crashed their boat while still on land… #talent More craziness ensues Come have coffee with Michelle and MouthMate – look for the invitation here and be sure to RSVP! https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/
Andrew wasn't able to record this week so Michelle found her some friends- new and old- and brought them on for this week's episode. Michelle is also really annoyed that Andrew fibbed about his b-day and because of that she is auditioning other guygienists. She doesn't hide her annoyance on this week's episode. Oh Michelle, always the dramatic one. Michelle and the wonderful and smart Kara Vavrosky- better known as Kara, RDH- catch up and talk about how much fun they are going to have at RDH UOR. Don't forget to come find Michelle and Andrew for your chance to be on the podcast! Today's interview is with Carlos Rodriguez, RDH. He is a guygienist/comedian. He is bringing his act onto the speaker circuit and Michelle has no doubt there will not be a dull moment in his presentations! Michelle doesn't behave herself in this podcast so if you are easily offended, maybe this isn't the one for you. She just can't behave herself when she gets around funny people! Instead of the segments this week, Michelle brought another guygienist on the podcast, Peter Gangi. He has been in the dental profession for 20+ years and comes from a family of dentists. He is an educator, hygienist, and has had many roles in ADHA. He has a great message for students/new grads/ seasoned hygienists. Michelle is shocked at all these male hygienists who have been practicing for years! Peter is also vying for Andrew's job as co-host. Watch out Andrew. Find Michelle's friends at: https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/ https://www.kingofcomedyrdh.com/ PMGangi@gmail.com
Andrew wasn’t able to record this week so Michelle found her some friends- new and old- and brought them on for this week’s episode. Michelle is also really annoyed that Andrew fibbed about his b-day and because of that she is auditioning other guygienists. She doesn’t hide her annoyance on this week’s episode. Oh Michelle, always the dramatic one. Michelle and the wonderful and smart Kara Vavrosky- better known as Kara, RDH- catch up and talk about how much fun they are going to have at RDH UOR. Don’t forget to come find Michelle and Andrew for your chance to be on the podcast! Today’s interview is with Carlos Rodriguez, RDH. He is a guygienist/comedian. He is bringing his act onto the speaker circuit and Michelle has no doubt there will not be a dull moment in his presentations! Michelle doesn’t behave herself in this podcast so if you are easily offended, maybe this isn’t the one for you. She just can’t behave herself when she gets around funny people! Instead of the segments this week, Michelle brought another guygienist on the podcast, Peter Gangi. He has been in the dental profession for 20+ years and comes from a family of dentists. He is an educator, hygienist, and has had many roles in ADHA. He has a great message for students/new grads/ seasoned hygienists. Michelle is shocked at all these male hygienists who have been practicing for years! Peter is also vying for Andrew’s job as co-host. Watch out Andrew. Find Michelle’s friends at: https://www.facebook.com/DentalHygieneKaraRDH/ https://www.kingofcomedyrdh.com/ PMGangi@gmail.com
Happy New Year Everyone! Please go to iTunes and Rate and Review... PLEASE!!!!!! Andrew and Michelle talk about their individual new years resolutions. We have a sponsor! Wine Awesomeness! See the link on the facebook page to get a 10% discount on your next order! or go to http://wineawesomeness.com/ and put in promo code TALE “Charleston is a day-drinking town” – Michelle Strange A review of our most popular episodes WE NEED ROUNDTABLE IDEAS!!! Wanna meet up at ADHA, Midwinter, or RDH UOR? Message Us! Our resolution this year is going to be getting the podcast out to the students!
Happy New Year Everyone! Please go to iTunes and Rate and Review... PLEASE!!!!!! Andrew and Michelle talk about their individual new years resolutions. We have a sponsor! Wine Awesomeness! See the link on the facebook page to get a 10% discount on your next order! or go to http://wineawesomeness.com/ and put in promo code TALE “Charleston is a day-drinking town” – Michelle Strange A review of our most popular episodes WE NEED ROUNDTABLE IDEAS!!! Wanna meet up at ADHA, Midwinter, or RDH UOR? Message Us! Our resolution this year is going to be getting the podcast out to the students!