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Shelley Brown joins me on this episode to share her dental hygiene journey from struggling to get accepted into a program to now, being an educator in Utah and practicing as a public health hygienist! She's done so much for the dental hygiene community and continues to expand her functions to propel this career forward. Find all of her latest educational material on her website www.shelley.dental.Timestamps:(01:40) Shelley's RDH Origin Story(11:23) Struggling to Get Accepted into Dental Hygiene School(18:16) Paying for Dental Hygiene School(24:45) Shelley's Struggles As a Dental Hygiene Student (27:23) Tips for Admissions and Dental Hygiene School (03:39) Shelley's Fav Memory from Dental Hygiene School
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
Dental hygiene programs require students to be up to date on all their vaccines and submit their records prior to starting school. This episode focuses on what vaccines your dental hygiene program will most likely require and where you can go to access your records. It's so important to start this process early in your application process to avoid delays in starting dental hygiene school or being denied entirely! Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(02:22) Vaccines Needed for Dental Hygiene School(03:57) Where to Find Your Vaccine Records
Ever wondered how to provide dental hygiene care to patients with cancer? Jill is a dental hygienist who recognized the limited course material she was given in school when caring for cancer patients and sought to learn more. Her passion stems from seeing her mom's oral health suffer after her breast cancer diagnosis. Jill founded Side Effect Support, an online resource for both dental professionals and patients wanting to learn more about managing oral care with cancer. Our conversation today covers her mission, tips for the Future RDH, her experience working two jobs while in dental hygiene school, and more!Timestamps:(00:00) Jill's RDH Origin Story (02:22) Working for WaterPik and Side Effect Support(08:20) Treating Cancer Patients in Dental Hygiene (13:46) Dental Hygienists Working in Hospital Settings (16:24) Associates in Dental Hygiene (20:39) Working While in Dental Hygiene School(23:01) Advice for the Future RDH
Future RDHs who have been listening to my podcast for a while know I am a huge advocate for scholarships and encourage all students to apply to as many as possible. But I also want to shed light on scholarship scams and how students can avoid them. Listen now to learn some of the red flags you can look out for when applying to scholarships. Timestamps:(00:00) Applying to Scholarships (02:33) Scams in Scholarships (05:43) Using Your Passions in Scholarship Applications
The transition from dental hygiene school and working in a dental practice may sound overwhelming. If this sounds like something you're experiencing, you're in the right place! In this episode, I talk about all the things I wish someone had told me when entering the dental field as a new grad. You'll find advice on interviewing, when to leave an office, personal finances, clinical advice, and more! Timestamps: (00:00) Intro(01:17) Questions to Ask in Dental Hygiene Job Interviews (03:34) When to Leave a Dental Office(09:01) Personal Finances after Dental Hygiene School(12:06) Tips for Placing Sealants(14:25) Transitioning Between Cavitron and Piezo Equipment (21:41) Tips for Giving Patients Oral Hygiene Instructions
This week's part 2 focuses on a systemic focus for oral care, opportunities for RDHs and what that change looks like, and the dental assistant scaling concerns. Resources: Dentistry Unmasked episode with Katrina Sanders and Dr. Mia Geisinger - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dentistry-unmasked-a-roundtable-podcast/id1692417504?i=1000706594320 Liz- lnies@perio-protect.com Rafael- 781-606-2130 mrdh1993@gmail.com Mr RDH on Facebook
Future RDH's, finals week is just around the corner and the stress is probably starting to kick in. Trust me, I've been there before, and I get that it can be overwhelming so I've put together my best tips for students to follow so they can be successful on their finals. They're simple and easy to implement, so make sure you tune in to get motivated and in your best headspace. Best of luck on finals!! Timestamps: (00:00) Starting Strong In Dental Hygiene School (02:39) What to Focus on for Finals Week(05:20) No More Passive Studying (08:20) The Power of Vitamin D
This week's part 2 focuses on a systemic focus for oral care, opportunities for RDHs and what that change looks like, and the dental assistant scaling concerns. Resources: Dentistry Unmasked episode with Katrina Sanders and Dr. Mia Geisinger - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dentistry-unmasked-a-roundtable-podcast/id1692417504?i=1000706594320 Liz- lnies@perio-protect.com Rafael- 781-606-2130 mrdh1993@gmail.com Mr RDH on Facebook
This episode is the second and final part of my interview with Makya Smith, the first student to receive the Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship! In this episode, you'll get to learn how Makya lost access to her full-ride scholarship halfway through dental hygiene school and still managed to graduate with zero debt! I love her perspective on receiving scholarships because it allows her to be more committed to her education. We are honored to support her in her dental hygiene journey and hope this motivates students to apply for as many scholarships as possible while in school! Timestamps:(00:00) Intro (01:16) Finances in Dental Hygiene School(07:44) Figuring Out Life Before School (09:16) Dedicating Time to Scholarship Applications (11:34) Applying to Dental Hygiene Programs (14:59) Time-Management TIps (16:27) Learning Clinical Skills (19:24) Advice for Future DH Students
Congratulations to Makya for being the first Dental Hygiene Basics Scholarship recipient!! We're celebrating with two episodes dedicated to sharing her story and showcasing her dedication to helping others. Before dental hygiene school, Makya spent three years volunteering with YWAM Medical Ships as a dental clinic manager, helping to provide dental services to underserved communities in Papua New Guinea. She talks about how excited she is to graduate from hygiene school so she can apply her skills to help others. It's exciting to see students like Makya who are so passionate about their future careers in dental hygiene and how it will allow them to better the lives of so many people! Timestamps: (00:00) Intro(02:43) Makya's RDH Origin Story (09:17) Serving Your Community as a Hygienist (11:05) Her Timeline from High School to Hygiene School (13:33) Scope of Practice for Hygienists in Oregan (16:28) Choosing a Hygiene Program
Brittany Cox, a dental hygienist for 10 years, joins me on this episode to talk about her career. She graduated DH school at the age of 19 while raising a toddler and working full-time! As if that wasn't impressive enough, she recently graduated with a Master of Arts in oral health promotion and has become a key leader in implementing sustainability in the dental field. Her drive to continue learning to provide the best care for her patients is inspiring and her story is one that all future RDH's should hear! Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55d Timestamps:(00:00) Brittany's RDH Origin Story (06:08) Sustainability in Dentistry (14:28) Masters in Oral Health Promotion (23:38) Her Dental Hygiene School Experiences(30:24) Advice for Students
Building foundational knowledge is key to being successful in school, especially in dental hygiene school, where all the topics overlap with each other. I've dedicated this episode to explaining why it's important and tips on implementing this into your study routine. As a former educator at several dental hygiene programs and tutor for the DH national board exam, I've seen a pattern in students of those who succeed and those who fail and struggle in the classroom. Students who perform well tend to have a good foundational knowledge of these topics, helping them to connect the dots and think critically. Tune in for my best tips on building foundational knowledge. Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email: DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today: https://www.studentrdh.com/?rfsn=8529631.46e55dTimestamps:(00:00) Intro(01:55) Monitoring Your Grades in Dental Hygiene School(05:04) The Best Way to Learn in Class(08:48) Building a Foundational Knowledge (12:10) Using Active Recall to Study
Marisa Kibiersza, known as the financial hygienist on Instagram, joins me on this episode to share her experience of becoming a dental hygienist with a passion for personal finance. We delved into the topic of finance as a dental hygiene student as well as post-licensing to hopefully educate future RDHs on a topic that is not commonly explored in our profession. She shares how she got a bachelor of science in biology with the intentional plan of becoming a physical therapist. After some unexpected life changes, she found herself attending an associate's program for dental hygiene at the College of Lake County in Illinois. Marisa is a clinical hygienist who aims to help future and current hygienists with their financial goals; I can't thank her enough for her donation to the DHB Scholarship!! Make sure to submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email: DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Looking for NBDHE prep? Become a VIP StudentRDH member today HERE.Timestamps: (00:00) Marisa's RDH Origin Story (08:23) Her Current Roles (11:00) Finances in DH School (18:30) Money Advice for New Grads (29:00) Adversities Marisa Faced in School(31:47) Rewarding Memories from School Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode might win for the best RDH Origin Story on the podcast. Amber D'Andrea joined me to talk about how she ended up in dental hygiene despite originally wanting to become an RN- it's a crazy story that I'm excited for you to hear! She also shares the experience she had in the dental hygiene program at the College of DuPage in Illinois, which allowed her to obtain a bachelor's degree by completing one extra year of schooling. She later earned her MBA and now works with the dental networking platform Cloud Dentistry to help students and practicing RDHs. Stay tuned until the end to hear her advice for hygiene students!Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Timestamps:(00:00) Amber's RDH Origin Story(11:08) Choosing Between Programs(14:07) Paying for Dental Hygiene School(17:14) Adjusting to Being in School Full-Time(20:20) Amber's Best Advice for Students Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Anjuli Avis is one of the more experienced hygienists we have had on our show... while still being so young in the career! Join us this week as we review her work history that highlights how versatile RDHs can be. She also has thoughts on scope of practice, the business side of dental hygiene, and so much more! Anjuli Avis on Linkedin or @thehustlehygienist on Instagram
Anjuli Avis is one of the more experienced hygienists we have had on our show... while still being so young in the career! Join us this week as we review her work history that highlights how versatile RDHs can be. She also has thoughts on scope of practice, the business side of dental hygiene, and so much more! Anjuli Avis on Linkedin or @thehustlehygienist on Instagram
Do your patients realize that what they're experiencing may be related to perimenopause? RDHs may be the first to educate them about this life change. Claudia Walder, BSDH, BA, RDH, CDA
Register for "A Night with Teacher Tina" on January 28th at 7:00 pm CT HERE!!Maryam is an RDH in Canada who currently works as an instructor for dental assisting students while also creating her very own dental hygiene practice! This episode is great for all the future AND current RDHs because we cover so many good topics, including different working environments available for dental hygienists, bachelor's completion programs, and paying for schooling. I learned a few things from Maryam and I think you will too!Submit your application for the DHB Scholarship HERE! Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE.Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(03:38) Maryam's Current Role(06:50) DH Bachelor's Completion Program(09:16) Autonomy in Dental Hygiene(15:14) Dental Hygiene School Application(21:07) Tuition for Dental Hygiene School(24:31) Finding Patients for Dental Hygiene School(31:05) Advice for Dental Hygiene Students Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nu har året snart nått sitt slut, och det har blivit dags att dela ut paket. Vad behöver våra idrottsstjärnor mest? Kanske en klapp som lyfter dem bäst. Gäst: Makoto Asahara Programledare: Erika Nielsen
It's a bit of a friction point when an office asks the dental hygiene team to help fill the schedule by calling patients. We literally have positions in the office whose main task is answering and placing calls to patients. Additionally, there is an unbalance between the hygiene and restorative department - the restorative department is almost never asked to make calls to patients for appointments. Be that as it may, this TIPisode gives some points to ponder about why it might be a GREAT idea for RDHs to pick up the phone and make some calls, give it a listen!
It's a bit of a friction point when an office asks the dental hygiene team to help fill the schedule by calling patients. We literally have positions in the office whose main task is answering and placing calls to patients. Additionally, there is an unbalance between the hygiene and restorative department - the restorative department is almost never asked to make calls to patients for appointments. Be that as it may, this TIPisode gives some points to ponder about why it might be a GREAT idea for RDHs to pick up the phone and make some calls, give it a listen!
Have you ever wondered if an RDH is legally allowed to own a dental practice? What would that look like? Join Josey Sewell on today's episode to hear her thoughts on the subject! Be sure to reach out to Josey if you have any questions - josey@joseysewell.com or follow her on instagram @joseysewell Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
Have you ever wondered if an RDH is legally allowed to own a dental practice? What would that look like? Join Josey Sewell on today's episode to hear her thoughts on the subject! Be sure to reach out to Josey if you have any questions - josey@joseysewell.com or follow her on instagram @joseysewell Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
Perhaps you are looking for your next career step but aren't sure where to look. Give this mini episode with Josey Sewell a listen to see if a position at a DSO is a good fit for you! Be sure to reach out to Josey if you have any questions - josey@joseysewell.com or follower her on instagram @joseysewell Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
Perhaps you are looking for your next career step but aren't sure where to look. Give this mini episode with Josey Sewell a listen to see if a position at a DSO is a good fit for you! Be sure to reach out to Josey if you have any questions - josey@joseysewell.com or follower her on instagram @joseysewell Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
In this week's episode, Hallie discusses the importance of screening for orofacial myofunctional disorders using the F.A.S.T. Myo Screener. Hallie highlights the need for SLPs, OTs, PTs, RDHs and dentists to have the tools to identify myofunctional disorders. She also covers the F.A.S.T. Myo Screener, its clinical use, and the critical role early intervention plays in improving patient outcomes.If this episode has resonated with you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening, post it to your Instagram Stories, and tag Hallie @halliebulkin For more episodes visit www.untetheredpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
To tell us the importance of having preventative protocol in a dental practice and all the nuances around building the optimal caries prevention toolbox are our guests today, Danielle Avila and Laura Bettencourt. They are both RDHs with over 15 years of hygiene experience. They are co-founders of L'Diamante Dental Coaching, helping hygienists gain confidence and shine in their careers.
In this episode Teresa Power DeNike joins the podcast to chat about nasal breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and how the dental hygienist plays a role in assessment and treatment for patients. This should be a key part of everyone's practice because not only does it save lives, but can be a profit center not yet realized. Don't miss this episode and be sure to come back for part 2 next week! If you want to reach out to Teresa you can find her on instagram - @sleepbetternyc or check out the website that has so many resources - Sleepbetter.nyc
In this episode Teresa Power DeNike joins the podcast to chat about nasal breathing, obstructive sleep apnea, and how the dental hygienist plays a role in assessment and treatment for patients. This should be a key part of everyone's practice because not only does it save lives, but can be a profit center not yet realized. Don't miss this episode and be sure to come back for part 2 next week! If you want to reach out to Teresa you can find her on instagram - @sleepbetternyc or check out the website that has so many resources - Sleepbetter.nyc
If you're treating more patients with intellectual disabilities, you aren't alone. Here are some ways for patients and RDHs to work together to advance dental treatment. Lisa Curbow, BAAS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders
In this episode, we discuss dental hygienists administering Botox and dermal fillers. As the scope of dental hygiene expands, professionals are increasingly equipped to offer these aesthetic treatments, enhancing both facial aesthetics and therapeutic applications within dental practices. We'll explore the training required, the legal and ethical considerations, and how these skills can complement traditional dental care. Hear from Katie, an experienced hygienist, who has successfully integrated these services. Whether you're a dental professional curious about expanding your services or a patient interested in what your dental hygienist can offer beyond oral health, this episode provides valuable insights into this evolving practice. Tune in to discover how the roles of dental hygienists are transforming in the world of cosmetic and therapeutic treatments. Katie Barrer is a Registered Dental Hygienist and Certified Esthetic Injector. Elevating her traditional hygiene skills, Katie integrates Botox and dermal filler into her practice viewing them as essential components in her dental hygiene tool kit! Katie is also a faculty member of the American Academy of Facial Esthetics and enjoys traveling the country teaching health care professionals the art of injecting and facial esthetics! Connect with her on instagram @theRDHinjector or email her at Katieb.rdh@gmail.com Recommend readings: "This got you talking: What's your take on RDHs administering Botox?" by Sara Joyce "The buzz about Botox: What dental hygienists need to know" by Tala Alkhatib, BSDH(c), Saheleh Ansarizadeh, BSDH, Michelle Mendoza Nicolas, BSDH, Lesley Harbison, MS, RDH, EPDH "Dental hygienists and Botox: It's complicated" by Jessica Myers, BA, RDH "Dental hygienist-owned practices: Transforming dentistry through prevention" by Britt Glauz, BSDH, RDH
Who better suited to treat their patients for bruxism than dental hygienists? Two states allow RDHs to administer Botox for bruxism. Here's what you need to know. Katie Barrer, RDH
RDHs cannot diagnose… such a dumb statement. RDHs are completely underutilized in the analysis and objective measurement of decay, so while diagnosing if off the table, we should be utilized as key players in the detection of caries. Sometimes, we need someone in our field to demonstrate, to walk the walk and that is where Jessica Woods comes in. With her vast experience we discuss the assessment and diagnosis of tooth decay - its a fascinating episode you won't want to miss! Contact Info: Jessica Woods on Linked In @executiverdh on Instagram Jessicawoodsrdhap@gmail.com
RDHs cannot diagnose… such a dumb statement. RDHs are completely underutilized in the analysis and objective measurement of decay, so while diagnosing if off the table, we should be utilized as key players in the detection of caries. Sometimes, we need someone in our field to demonstrate, to walk the walk and that is where Jessica Woods comes in. With her vast experience we discuss the assessment and diagnosis of tooth decay - its a fascinating episode you won't want to miss! Contact Info: Jessica Woods on Linked In @executiverdh on Instagram Jessicawoodsrdhap@gmail.com
Pediatrics can be a cornerstone to many practices but RDHs don't always love treating them. Val Dangler joins us today to talk about what happens in the DSO setting and what you should expect. Contact Val: Valdentsolutions@gmail.com Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
Pediatrics can be a cornerstone to many practices but RDHs don't always love treating them. Val Dangler joins us today to talk about what happens in the DSO setting and what you should expect. Contact Val: Valdentsolutions@gmail.com Sonicare Support Materials - https://www.usa.philips.com/c-m-pe/dental-professionals/practice-solutions/patient-education-resources
Meet Lori Angdahl, BA, RDH. She, like so many other RDHs, is constantly juggling all of the responsibilities of being a hygienist while also trying to run a small business and be a mother. Does this sound familiar? In this episode Lori talks about her goals in each area of life to help her live a happier and healthier life! Give it a listen and see which goals you also want to set for yourself!
Meet Lori Angdahl, BA, RDH. She, like so many other RDHs, is constantly juggling all of the responsibilities of being a hygienist while also trying to run a small business and be a mother. Does this sound familiar? In this episode Lori talks about her goals in each area of life to help her live a happier and healthier life! Give it a listen and see which goals you also want to set for yourself!
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Guest Kelley Quolas, Myofunctional Therapist and RDH. You may know her from the funny myo reels on @MyMyoMyHealth on Instagram and Tik Tok. Kelley has 2 practices, Phoenix and East Valley Arizona. What we think is super cool about Kelley is that she has SLP who work in her practices. There is drama and territorial behavior around who can provide myofunctional therapy which is: SLP, RDH, PT, OT, DDS. Doesn't include Dental Assistants, Massage Therapists, Influencers, Athletic Trainers, etc. This episode is all about how can we collaborate with each other and fill in gaps to help patients get the best outcomes. We will also talk about the relationship between sleep disordered breathing and mental health disorders. And get real personal with our personal struggles. Kelley is also going through a DNA appliance with Vivos and she will tell us all the interesting things she has noticed already. The Munch Bunch Wellness and Rejuvenation Retreat. Be one among the amazing bunch of 12 people who are going to experience an incredible and unforgettable 3 days in their life. Scale up your mindset, life, and business with our All Inclusive Experience in the beautiful Cap Cana Sanctuary in the Dominican Republic! November 9-12 2023. Link to SAVE YOUR SPOT (only 12 spots total!) https://www.orofacial-myology.com/join-our-retreat/ The Spots for Tots: The Parents Guide for Toddler Tongues and Oral Motor Dysfunction. The Spots for Tots Course: Our on demand parents guide with practical tools. Join us to learn more about how to navigate toddler sleep, tongue ties, feeding and bodywork, myofunctional exercises and more. Ages 2-5 years old. Here is the site: https://spotfortots.mykajabi.com/ The Spots for Tots Course Includes: Habit Elimination Program Pre and Post Op Tongue Tie Protocols Myofunctional and Breathing Exercises To Do At Home Education for Identifying Signs and Symptoms for Oral Dysfunction and Tongue Ties Sleep Hygiene and Tips for Success for Toddlers Advice on Feeding, Drinking, and Body Work to Guide Growth and Development How to Find the Right Team for Your Toddler You'll receive clarity for what tongue ties are, support in navigating your toddler's symptoms, tools to create long term habits for success with your child's growth and development. To get a virtual consult for $25 off with Megan Van Noy www.orofacial-myology.com or Megan@nwmyofunctionaltherapy.com or Instagram @NWMFT To get a virtual consult for $25 off with Kimi Nishimoto contact her www.mouthmusclememory.com or email mouthmusclememory@outlook.com or Instagram @MouthMuscleMemory To follow us on Instagram @themunchbunchpodcast Click link to get our "Dr Nick's Ancestral Product Guide" Courtesy of The Munch Bunch, Free PDF. OR "Your Best Sleep" FREE PDF --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/munchbunch/support
Eagle Syndrome: How RDHs Can Distinguish it from TMD By Rebecca Marie Friend, BS, RDH Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/eagle-syndrome-how-rdhs-can-distinguish-it-from-tmd/ 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 can we do today to improve somebody's life?" - Renata Nehme Join Lisa Paladino CNM, IBCLC as she interviews Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM®, founder of Airway Circle. Renata explains that helping others is the ultimate goal of her work. In this episode we chat about connecting the dots between tongue tie in infancy and myofunctional disorders in young children and adults. You'll hear us discuss: - How Airway Circle is contributing to interdisciplinary learning and networking for professionals - The importance of finding the right provider to evaluate oral function at all stages, to optimize airway health - What a myofunctional therapist is, and the types of symptoms and conditions they treat _____________________________________ Renata Nehme RDH, BSDH, COM® has been a Registered Dental Hygienist since 2010. In 2016, when she was introduced to the world of "Myofunctional Therapy" she immediately knew that was her calling, especially when she learned that it encapsulated many of her passions- breastfeeding, the import of early childhood development, and airway health. In 2021 Renata founded Airway Circle with the intention of creating a collaborative and multidisciplinary group of like-minded health professionals who share the same passion for learning and giving in the dental health and airway space. Check out her websites here: www.myo-moves.com and www.airwaycircle.com _____________________________________ Mentioned in the podcast: Use code PODCAST15 for 15% off all Tongue Tie Experts offerings 4 L-Cerps now included: Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie in the Breastfeeding Infant Watch at your own pace and earn lactation credit. But this isn't just for lactation consultants. ALL members of the Tongue Tie Team are welcome and will benefit from this course - including RDHs and Myofunctional Therapists. Click for all of the details: Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie in the Breastfeeding Infant For other Tongue Tie Experts links for parents and professionals: https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/Links A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.
Bieber Fever Gets Serious: What RDHs Should Know about Ramsay-Hunt Syndrome By Lizz Bortolotti, RDH Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/bieber-fever-gets-serious-what-rdhs-should-know-about-ramsay-hunt-syndrome/ This audio article is sponsored by LISTERINE®. Although LISTERINE® Antiseptic is the most extensively tested over-the-counter mouthrisnse in the world, with over 30 long-term clinical trials examining its safety and efficacy, there is still some misinformation out there over the uses of mouthrinses containing alcohol. To help understand the safety of alcohol-containing mouthrines, in case any patients ask you about it, head on over to https://rdh.tv/ListerineSafety 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/
It's a bit of a random one this week. We'v had a lot going on and with a long list of people waiting to make an appearance on this podcast, we're falling behind a couple of weeks in terms of appearances.RDHS has a new mental health clinician which is terrific and the walk in clinic is still running every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am til 1pm.No referral or appointment needed, no medicare required either, you can just walk in and be see by one of the mental health team at Robinvale District Health Services!Bec is back too with a new listing in Robinvale and more of her story to tell which is awesome and we love hearing that.If you'd like to help keep this podcast going, please consider becoming a VIP (Very Important Patron). via our Patreon page: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
It's a bit of a random one this week. We'v had a lot going on and with a long list of people waiting to make an appearance on this podcast, we're falling behind a couple of weeks in terms of appearances.RDHS has a new mental health clinician which is terrific and the walk in clinic is still running every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9am til 1pm.No referral or appointment needed, no medicare required either, you can just walk in and be see by one of the mental health team at Robinvale District Health Services!Bec is back too with a new listing in Robinvale and more of her story to tell which is awesome and we love hearing that.If you'd like to help keep this podcast going, please consider becoming a VIP (Very Important Patron). via our Patreon page: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
Vi börjar morgonen med att diagnosticera David Druid och hans konsertbeteende, vilket får Ayan Jamal att tänka på sin bombgest (bomb-ångest), som kanske är det mest fördomsfulla ni någonsin hört i Morgonpasset. Kodjo Akolor har varit vaken hela natten och lärt sig massa saker som han delar med sig av. Dessutom kommer Sveriges kanske kändaste, men också mest utskällda arkitekt Gert Wingårdh. Hur skulle han rita Trumps mur till Mexiko? Programledare: Kodjo Akolor, David Druid and Ayan Jamal
On today's episode as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we had a long time friend with us. Jessica shared with us her Journey go become a Registered Dental Hygienist. Listen for oral hygiene tips & fun throwbacks.
This week Justflossit catches us with my IG crowd favorite @brushwirhbritt again! We discuss my recent poll that I took on my IG story. Questions ranging from how many RDHs receive healthcare benefits from their employer, an allowance for scrubs, paid vacation, paid sick leave and even things RDH's wish dentist could improve on. But we didn't stop there! I also asked Dentist/ bussiness owners what they wish their DP could improve on. Tune in for the responses. This episode is sponsored by @ortho_buddy
This week Jasmine aka Justflossit is joined by Australian RDH- Emma. A social media influencer who goes by the handle @emmatalksteeth. We jump right into the differences in scope of practice between both of our countries (U.S and Australia), how she met her Bf, salary, burn out and how to manage difficult patients. Have you experienced burnout? How do you win over difficult patients? This episode is sponsored by OrthoBuddy.
NAIDOC week will be a big one in Robinvale this year with an art exhibition and competition at the Community Centre.Dave Lovell (Robinvale Corner Store) is the custodian of two works of Clifford Possum and will have them on display for only the second time, and there are plenty more things in the works but local Aboriginal artists are invited to enter their own works to be displayed alongside and potentially win one of three prizes from the Marawarpina Local Aboriginal Network.$500 for first prize, $300 for second and $20o for third.
Total Freedom is a weekly radio show, on air on: Mio Radio (Turkey) Tuesday 03 PM Space FM Romania (Romania) Tuesday 01 AM AIR GAY RADIO (France) Wednesday 10 PM JR.FM Radio Network (Usa) Friday 04 PM Radio Amistad 101.9 FM (Dominican Republic) Friday 11 PM DanceRadio.ca (Canada) Friday 03 AM Beats2dance Radio (Holland) Saturday 05 PM CUEBASE-FM (Germany) Monday 06 PM Tempo Radio Mx (Mexico) Saturday 10 PM Reloaded on iTunes: http://apple.co/1NijFVJ Tracklist : 01 1ARMI DIAMONDS, RDHS - 4:20 Callin 02 Dennis Cartier - What You Wanna Say (ft. Ollie Wade) (Extended Mix) 03 MING, Different Stage, Mattee, Sgar - Diamonds (Extended Mix) 04 GAR, Guineve - Irenic (Original Mix) 05 Milk Bar & Santarini feat. Davide Ciura - California (Qubiko Extended Remix) 06 Charlotte Devaney & Shosh - Girls (Amy Lauren Extended Remix) 07 Lanchi - On Your Feet (Extended Mix) 08 M.J.E - Acid Bassline ( Original-Mix 2021 ) 09 Stefano Tirelli, K’Ai - The Beat Goes On (Extended Mix) 10 Skiavo & Vindes - Waiting For (Extended Mix) 11 Matrino - Body (Extended Mix) 12 Mark Bale - Need Nobody (Extended Mix) 13 Tita Lau - The Sequel (Extended Mix) 14 Piero Scratch - Back On Decks (Original Mix) 15 NO1NO's - Like This
EP 18: What If A Monkey Can’t Do Your Job? Working in a dental office is hard. New employees have to learn weird terminology, work with weird tools and handle weird patients. No wonder staffing is difficult. We talked about a report from Dentalpost.net that surveyed the industry about dentistry’s workplace. It has a ton of statistics for RDHs, assistants, dentists and administrative team members. Spoiler alert - we need more people to work in our offices. We need them soon. In this episode we talk about which states had the best wages and how COVID affected the work-life balance of most employees. Dental offices are stuck in this weird limbo where salaries and job descriptions don’t seem to mesh. We’re not sure how to fix it but we give our best ideas on the topic. We also talk about how nice the world would be if we could issue perio cards instead of vaccine cards. I’d dine in a no-perio zone - wouldn’t you? Episode Highlights Our dads and sports commentary Survey: COVID-19 compounds dental staffing challenges Front Office staff members bring income to the office: An Important Rant Vaccine Card Perio Card Quotes “There are dental and medical conditions that come along with certain ethnicities” “There was so much bubbling below the surface before covid.” “Covid was the accelerator.” “ROLL TIDE… into Sweden.” “You have team issues because you hire the first person that shows up.” “I was much better at getting people to give me their money, than getting them to open wide.” “I right now am in the choir saying PREACH.” “PPE prices don’t look like they are coming down.” Resources from the show: Survey: COVID-19 compounds dental staffing challenges Also! We wrote an Ebook that is completely free for you. 50+ pages of knowledge, checklists and job descriptions. Enjoy! Click here for the Prepare Protect Prosper eBook Links **If you like the show then I’d appreciate a good rating. Tell your friends. Even podcasters ask for referrals!** Connect with Kevin on his IG page and at IgniteDDS.com Connect with Teresa on her IG page and on Facebook
It's literally a case of "take a number'. right now with people wanting to come on this little cast of pod to talk about their events, businesses and things and we welcome you all with open arms.However, we only have an hour each week but we'll get there eventually,Charlie is off to Midnight Oil and the footy so again no Charltooz this week, hopefully he'll be back next week because we have a few things to discuss, especially, if, as suspected, Richmond thrashes Carlton this week.We talk to Anthony about the mental health drop in centre at RDHS, Julieanne and Jess are here to talk about the Easter Festival coming up on Easter Saturday and we hear more from our interview with Emily from the Fight Cancer Foundation at the Swan Hill Film Festival which is just full of terrific films!Book tickets to that by going to showbizcinemas.com.auBecome a VIP and support the podcast here: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
As you would know by now, all of Victoria has been locked down under stage 4 restrictions until midnight Wednesday 17th February 2021.This means there are only 4 reasons to leave home;Essential workShopping of essentials2 hours of exercise within 5km of your homeMedical care and care givingAgricultural work is considered essential.Those living in our Victoria and NSW border communities will continue to be able to access the ‘border bubble' – using their driver license to prove their residential address. If you live in one of the border communities – you do not need to apply for a permit. New South Wales border community residents do not need to obtain a permit to enter Victoria.People may cross the border without a permit to provide, receive or accompany a dependant who is to receive emergency or essential medical care or other urgent care, including medical care requiring continuity of treatment.This does not include ordinary child-minding, although formal shared custody arrangements can continue. Carrying a medical certificate, letter from a physician or proof of custody arrangements is strongly recommended.Emergency workers (including healthcare workers, care facility workers and child protection workers) must carry a letter from their employer evidencing the need for that worker to travel across the border, but do not need to obtain a permit in this instance.You must follow Victoria's restrictions when entering this state, including wearing a mask in all indoor public spaces, public transport and on all domestic flights. Masks must now be worn at all times when not at home.All non-essential retail is closed, but local services can deliver, just contact the business to arrange.RDHS aged care is closed to visitors, the medical clinics will remain open with number restrictions.All food outlets are now only offering take away including the Robinvale Golf Club, Rainbow Inn, Robinvale Chinese Restaurant, Jo Jo's on Bromley, Loft 13, The Jack Bar & Bistro, The Robinvale Corner Store, IThai and Nooey's Bakery.All supermarkets remain open as normal.Please be sure to wash & sanitise your hands regularly and observe good hygiene ne so we can get back to normal life soon.Watch for further updates in the coming days as soon as they come to hand.
Oral Piercing, Tattooing: RDHs Can Help Inform Patients about Body Modifications By Tanya L. Smith, RDH, BS Original article published on Today's RDH: https://www.todaysrdh.com/oral-piercing-tattooing-rdhs-can-help-inform-patients-about-body-modifications/ Podcast audio article sponsored by LISTERINE® brand. Be the first to know the latest from LISTERINE® brand when you join LISTERINE® OFFICE ESSENTIALS® Program at http://rdh.tv/listerine. LISTERINE® OFFICE ESSENTIALS® Program offers exciting new content that explores topics meaningful and relevant to your practice, including tips on communicating with your patients, as well as ideas to help you grow your dental practice. Please note, although a sponsor of this audio article, LISTERINE® Brand and Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. had no input into or control over the content being presented. 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/
Hello and Happy Pre Christmas week! This is the week where very little gets done at work, meals are planned and last minute gifts are purchased. A time of joy and for some stress. It's a crazy world, so grab yourself some eggnog and a handful of fruitcake sit down down somewhere comfy and fill your ears with the mindless banter of your two favorite RDHs, podcast hosts or idiots! Either way y'all can go floss yourselves. Thanks so much for listening, see you on Christmas Day. Love Carlos and Sandy Lee
The mental health drop in clinic is now up and running in full swing at RDHS. Anthony comes in to give us an update on how things are running and what you can do should you need to access this clinic.Essentially, it's just rock up on Monday, Wednesday or Friday between 9:30am and 1pm or call RDHS Primary Care ahead on 5051 8160.We also managed to get hold of Ali Cupper on a day when Charlie was unavailable for consultation but we did manage to have a chat about the $10million we got for the Robinvale-Sea Lake Road, the Murray Darling Basin Rail Project and the basement of Victorian Parliament House.
It's a pretty significant week this week.The last of mental health month, the last of the 42K for 42K campaign, the weekend of a long awaited Shadow Rock reunion, the first week of vote counting in local government elections & the week Donny got his big break on SEN with Garry Lyon and Tim Watson. You can listen to it here AFTER you've listened to this podcast first.Donny just happened to be in town so her came in for a chat which was nice to get the band back together.We also got to go and explore the new and operational FREE drop in centre at Robinvale District Health Services. This is a brilliant and unique service for RDHS with the free drop in centre for mental health services now running on Monday's, Wednesday's and Friday's from 9am - 2pm. No appointment or referral necessary and it's absolutely free for absolutely everyone! So with that being said, Luke's project has been a screaming success, all that is left is for him to make good on his word as he always does, and get out and run those 42kms this Saturday!Good luck.
Anita from RDHS called us this morning with some much needed positive news. You heard it here first!
A politician, a paramedic, a Naval officer and a farmer sat down for a chat...Sound like the beginning of a joke doesn't it? It's not, it's this week's podcast! And just a word of warning, the language is a little loose in this one so parental guidance is recommended for those under the age of 15.This is our 50th weekly episode! Hooray and given that 80% of Australian podcasts don't go over 10 episodes, we're incredibly proud to reach 50 already!However, community broadcasting is more critical than ever, as is fact finding and conversations, so we will keep pushing onward and upward from here.We had to catch up with Ali to answer some more questions about the border closures and use of the Sturt Highway and Donny gets all fired up about his ol' mate Daniel Andrews!Jason Hicks, Colin's eldest child and if you ask Tracey or Sam they will say the favourite child, has been deployed to Dubai on a 6 month mission so we wanted to find out what on earth is going on in the Middle East to warrant calling a Warrant officer back OS. He wouldn't tell us and that's fine. I don't think we need anything else to worry about, but we did have a good catch up with Jason and will do again before he gets home.Anita from RDHS is in again to let us know that face masks are now mandatory within RDHS and we're more than happy to live with that.Then we talk about taking some mental health leave and coming for a run with us this weekend.It's full! FULL I tells ya, but we did have a laugh and that is all we can ask for at the moment.You can hear the full 30 min+ interview with Ali & see the Zoom chat with Jason if you're a VIP now on your Patreon feed. If you're not a VIP, you can become one here: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
We ask Irene General Questions such as: How can you own your own office? What other provinces and states allow RDHs to open a practice? Use the resources: ADHA: https://www.adha.org/resources-docs/7513_Direct_Access_to_Care_from_DH.pdf CDHA:https://www.cdha.ca/pdfs/profession/RegulatoryComparisonCharts_final.pdf Irene discusses how she used her previous employment history to help her identify what she loved versus what she would change in clinical practice. Irene answers Dr. Costes’ questions about the business of dentistry: What did the buildout cost? HUGE shout out to Patterson Dental, Hu-Friedy and Dentsply Sirona for their amazing support! How did you apply for a business loan? We discuss business plans and profitability. Mark and Irene geek out on practice management software. Learn why you need to include an accountant/financial planner and an attorney in business development. We talk about how Irene is building out her office: Irene discloses how much of a nerd she is by sharing “I live and breathe PowerPoint and Excel”. We discuss her “mood board” including a coffee bar! We discuss equipment, including how Irene is changing the legislation around We get provocative: thoughts from a dentist on a hygienist opening her own office. Is there a territorial concern there? And finally, Irene shares her one piece of advice for RDHs who are thinking of starting their own practice. You do NOT want to miss Dr. Mark Costes’ final words to us. It truly reminds us of the WHY behind our work. Thank you endlessly to our co-host, Dr. Mark Costes, for sharing insight and for drilling (pun intended) Irene on her business plan. Bio: Dr. Mark Costes is far from a typical dentist and dental coach. During his career, he has been able to start or acquire over a dozen successful dental practices during some of the profession’s most challenging times. But Dr. Costes’s journey was not without its setbacks. In fact, he credits much of his success to the fact that he made more mistakes in his first year of private practice ownership than most dentists make in an entire career. What separated him from the masses, however, was the fact that he viewed each failure and roadblock as a learning experience and an opportunity to improve his business and life. This philosophy, as well as his decision to model the world’s most successful entrepreneurs and dentists, has led him to where he is today. Dr. Costes is an international keynote speaker and the founder of the Dental Success Institute, a company committed to helping dentists to achieve their full potential while recapturing their passion for dentistry. He is also the co-founder and CEO of the Dental Success Network, a vibrant community of dentists from around the globe focused on maximizing access to advanced clinical and practise management education to the profession. Dr. Costes is the International and #1 Amazon Best Selling Author of the book Pillars of Dental Success. His internet radio show, The Dentalpreneur Podcast now has listenership from over 150 countries worldwide. Mark and his wife Leslie have three sons; Bryce, Brendan, Brady and their dog Bear. They live in Prescott, AZ.
We've all heard about the plight of parents whilst trying to juggle the pressures of home schooling, but it's taken a while to get hold of any young people to give us their perspective.Maybe it's fear of embarrassment, but that's not what we're about here. It's just having a conversation that everyone gets to hear, so Miss Scarlett came in to give us her perspective and to show up her Uncle, and tell some stories out of school about her parents! Sorry Lucy! :-) But your daughter is hilarious!Leanne Adcock, Director of Clinical Services at RDHS is in for a Covid update for us also and we always love catching up with Leanne who has been at RDHS now for almost 25 years!
After a big LIVE podcast at Robinvale Appliances and Furniture Zone, Charlie has expressed great interest in a Sunbeam Air Fryer. You can still catch up on the live session on our Facebook page along with video.This month we have a new major sponsor in Pioneer Ford which is lucky because Charlie has been saying for a while now that he belongs on the payroll. He's not on the payroll still but I think he feels better.This week we're talking about becoming an ACO (Ambulance Community Officer) with Ash and about Covid AGAIN with Anita and about balls with Charlie...
Doctorcast es el podcast musical de Dr. Rai en el que semana con semana nos muestra una selección de excelentes canciones para disfrutar a todas horas y cualquier lugar. EL USO DE LAS CANCIONES ES SIN FINES DE LUCRO. Sigue a Shadow People a.k.a. RDHS en todas sus redes sociales: Facebook: www.facebook.com/RDHSOFICIAL Instagram: www.instagram.com/rdhsofficial Soundcloud: @rdhs Sigue a Dr. Rai en todas sus redes sociales: Facebook: www.facebook.com/DoctorRai Instagram: www.instagram.com/drrai_ Twitter: twitter.com/drrai_ Tracklist: 1. Lee Hasty - Remember 2. Tour Maubourg - Stay 3. Hatiras, Sebb Junior - Undisputed Queen of Disco 4. Hotevilla - If I Told You feat Javonntte (Original Mix) 5. Alan Braxe, Fred Falke - Intro 6. Friend Within X Alex Preston - Bits & Pieces (Extended Mix) 7. Alex Preston & Rion S - Love Somebody (Extended Mix) 8. THE BROTHERS JOHNSON - STOMP! (DJOKO DISCO EDIT)
RDHS (Robots Don't Have Sisters) es un DJ y Productor mexicano originario de Guadalajara, Jalisco. Desde 2010 en adelante ha estado muy activo dentro de la escena de fiestas electrónicas con la propuesta de bass. Su trayectoria lo ha llevado a ser parte del warm up shows con Skrillex, Lil John así como también presentarse en Francia, Bélgica, Holanda, Alemania y China. Este es un episodio muy bueno donde podrán entender mucho más a fondo cómo se ha ido construyendo la escena del bass en México y sobre todo, aprender mucho de alguien que ya tuvo mucha experiencia en construir su carrera en un país donde como tal, la música electrónica recién se está formalizando en industria.
In today's episode, Brittny brings on a special friend of hers and colleague, Karese Laguerre, to introduce their very own program geared to RDHs starting off as OMTs: #TeamMyo Business!
This week's podcast set up is a little different but we're doing the best we can in these “unprecedented times”…It's all happening over Zoom, which is great, but living on an isolated farm with patchy internet at best makes Netflix a little frustrating, much less trying to record a quality sounding podcast. But we've managed to piece together all sorts of interesting bits from all over the world.Starting with Anita, the primary health manager at Robinvale District Health Services, also Norto & Charlie for another quick update before Zoom completely cut out and then were heading to the Napa Valley California to talk with former Robinvale lad Bruce Ruddick!Bruce was born and bred in Robinvale, he grew up here, played footy here, and was educated in the region…He now lives in Napa Valley California working in the wine industry and we managed to catch him for a lovely drop of Malbec and a chat.Apologies for the dodgy network connection and ultimately poor quality, but we're doing the best we can…Finally Quentin and Charlie wanted to have a quick catch up…
We honestly recorded A LOT of conversations this week because there is a LOT going on in Robinvale, and a LOT of people who need to hear these conversations. Olivia & Jack are back with news in Mandarin & Vietnamese too, but that is the add on episode because those who don't speak Mandarin or Vietnamese may not need to hear it, but those who only speak Mandarin or Vietnamese ONLY need to hear that part, so we've separated it out to make it easy. That explanation is confusing but it makes sense in production meetings... attendee's... 1.So we're talking about the ski race this week and who better to check in with than Robinvale's own HIJACT race team member, Jake Hinterholzl who will be observing this weekend. Stewy is also on the Robinvale committee so he will talk up the happenings on Saturday night which everyone should make an effort to get too.We've got Leon in to be an almost co-host in parts and one of those parts is a chat with Mr John Neale who tells the story of how he got to Robinvale among other things.Nicole & Amanda from RDHS are in to talk about the HIPPY program which is much more fun and attractive than I first believed it to be, and there's lots of free stuff and a certificate at the end for parents and families too!Basketball is over for another summer so we do a quick wrap on the season and then we're exhausted!There's been a couple of conversations bumped to next week, but they're important so next week you can hear Cindy, Stewy & Akesa talk about the "Our Place" program in Robinvale (not the controversial Swan Hill building), and also Lou and Tony from AXIS Employment who are at network house each week.Large show which has been recorded over 3 days, but it's with you now so enjoy and have a safe long weekend.If you like this podcast and would like to help support it, become a patron from as little as $5USD per month: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
You know Stewy. He's been around for years and years, but no one actually knows what he does. Something to do with training, and even after several conversations we're still not entirely sure, but it's irrelevant now and he can tell you why. He's also got an update on the Ski Race Weekend which is coming up very quickly.Anil from RDHS is in this week to talk us through what he does and can do for anyone in our community, from navigating government departments, the NDIS, births, deaths and marriages and just being someone to talk to with regard to mental health, physical illness of a loved one, seriously anything you can think of.Donny is back this week and doesn't he make it known that he's back and don't believe a word he says about the reasons for his absence. He's been busy as all growers this time of year so we've been working around him but maybe it is time to move the podcast studio out to his shed? Thoughts?
Luke has officially launched his campaign to raise $42,000 to facilitate FREE weekly walk in mental health clinics in Robinvale so we shall talk with him and Anita who is the brand new Primary Care Manager at RDHS.We even managed to score the conference room at RDHS to record in this week so thanks so much to Vicki & Connie for that.Julieanne talks Australia Day Breakfast & Cindy talks 'Our Place' & Early Years, along with her champion ski race driving son's desire for a new prop.Patrons get the full unedited version of Anita's chat on their Patreon feed: patreon.com/thevalepodcast
Han är pappa till ett flertal iögonfallande byggnader - inte bara i Göteborg - utan också i övriga världen och man skulle väl kunna säga att han är Sveriges i särklass mest kände arkitekt! Vilka byggnader är han mest stolt över i Gbg och hur ser han på framtidens boende? Lyssna till den mycket livlige och muntre Gert Wingårdh! Kontakt: goteborgspodden@llexperience.se
Donny has turned up with the goods this week, or at least Donny's Mum has. A loaf of bread from the oven that Donny built, and it has made delicious toast this morning. Quentin Norton is back from China and had lots to discuss including RDHS and their AGM and board positions, as well as his illustrious basketball career and the stellar season hes having. Shouldn't be long until Okomos men win a game. Jo Kaptein from Mallee Sun Bulk Buy discuss the State Government grants that are available to households, businesses and farmers with some infomation sessions next week. She also has a scoop for community groups. Fred Tassone comes in for a discussion on all sorts of things including the ACCC issue paper and submissions, farming currently and all sorts of things. Donny also committs to laser hair removal with Lou in the next few weeks. Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/thevalepodcast
Andrew and Michelle's trip to RDH Under One Roof actually allowed them to pack a bunch of RDHs (and a dentist!) under one roof to record this episode. The subject at hand is teledentistry, where technology allows dental professionals to examine and diagnose individuals who may not be able to make it to a clinic. And a big thanks to MouthWatch for helping to put this discussion together! Carol Roszel, RDH, is the oral health director for Little City Foundation, an organization that works with intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals. Staci Stout is a hygienist and the owner of Dentacare and the corresponding Dentacare Foundation, which provide oral health care to schools, nursing homes and corporations. Elaine Mamola is the founder of Smiles By Delivery, which utilizes teledentistry as a means of providing homebound seniors and some veterans with proper care. Brittany Kinol is a dentist and the founder of Miracle Dental Associates, which helps underserved children in the Pittsburgh area. In this episode, our guests explain how teledentistry makes their services much more accessible than they otherwise might have been, discuss some of the techniques and processes used to bring dentistry into the home, and explore how hygienists are absolutely essential to remote work. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 6:51 - Our guests explain how they provide underserved populations with dental care and how teledentistry plays a major role in that. - How hygienists are key players in making teledentistry happen. - Some of the more unusual substitutes for denture relines Elaine has seen in her time. - How technology expedites—and occasionally complicates—teledentistry work. - Staci breaks down the difference between synchronous and asynchronous teledentistry. - Carol explains how much information is needed to make a remote identification or diagnosis. - Why Carol believes teledentistry is such a major advancement to the field. - What are some of the legislative complications of teledentistry? - Brittany shares her love for dental hygienists and why she sees them as a progressive force. - Our guests advise listeners on how they can get started with teledentistry. QUOTES: “You're utilizing this dentist a lot better because he can be providing exams in multiple locations.” “Teledentistry really kind of closes those gaps and it makes the care much more efficient.” “Not only has [teledentistry] enhanced our treatment, but it has increased the number of people being seen.” “Teledentistry is truly one of the biggest advancements in dentistry in decades.” “You guys are just so smart and so progressive compared to dentists.” “Everybody can play happily in the sandbox if we're working together.” LINKS: Denticare homepage - https://www.denticare.dental/ Staci's email: staci@denticaremanagement.com Carol's email: croszel@littlecity.org Smiles By Delivery homepage - https://smilesbydelivery.com/ Elaine's email: emamola@smilesbydelivery.com Miracle Dental Care homepage - https://www.miracledentalcare.org/ Brittany's email: dr.kinol@miracledentalcare.org MouthWatch homepage - https://www.mouthwatch.com/ Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing ce sponsorship for this episode! Be sure to thank the sponsor for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get CE credit! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
Andrew and Michelle’s trip to RDH Under One Roof actually allowed them to pack a bunch of RDHs (and a dentist!) under one roof to record this episode. The subject at hand is teledentistry, where technology allows dental professionals to examine and diagnose individuals who may not be able to make it to a clinic. And a big thanks to MouthWatch for helping to put this discussion together! Carol Roszel, RDH, is the oral health director for Little City Foundation, an organization that works with intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals. Staci Stout is a hygienist and the owner of Dentacare and the corresponding Dentacare Foundation, which provide oral health care to schools, nursing homes and corporations. Elaine Mamola is the founder of Smiles By Delivery, which utilizes teledentistry as a means of providing homebound seniors and some veterans with proper care. Brittany Kinol is a dentist and the founder of Miracle Dental Associates, which helps underserved children in the Pittsburgh area. In this episode, our guests explain how teledentistry makes their services much more accessible than they otherwise might have been, discuss some of the techniques and processes used to bring dentistry into the home, and explore how hygienists are absolutely essential to remote work. EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS: Interview starts: 6:51 - Our guests explain how they provide underserved populations with dental care and how teledentistry plays a major role in that. - How hygienists are key players in making teledentistry happen. - Some of the more unusual substitutes for denture relines Elaine has seen in her time. - How technology expedites—and occasionally complicates—teledentistry work. - Staci breaks down the difference between synchronous and asynchronous teledentistry. - Carol explains how much information is needed to make a remote identification or diagnosis. - Why Carol believes teledentistry is such a major advancement to the field. - What are some of the legislative complications of teledentistry? - Brittany shares her love for dental hygienists and why she sees them as a progressive force. - Our guests advise listeners on how they can get started with teledentistry. QUOTES: “You’re utilizing this dentist a lot better because he can be providing exams in multiple locations.” “Teledentistry really kind of closes those gaps and it makes the care much more efficient.” “Not only has [teledentistry] enhanced our treatment, but it has increased the number of people being seen.” “Teledentistry is truly one of the biggest advancements in dentistry in decades.” “You guys are just so smart and so progressive compared to dentists.” “Everybody can play happily in the sandbox if we’re working together.” LINKS: Denticare homepage - https://www.denticare.dental/ Staci’s email: staci@denticaremanagement.com Carol’s email: croszel@littlecity.org Smiles By Delivery homepage - https://smilesbydelivery.com/ Elaine’s email: emamola@smilesbydelivery.com Miracle Dental Care homepage - https://www.miracledentalcare.org/ Brittany’s email: dr.kinol@miracledentalcare.org MouthWatch homepage - https://www.mouthwatch.com/ Thank you to Paradise Dental Technologies aka PDT for providing ce sponsorship for this episode! Be sure to thank the sponsor for this episode by heading over to www.PDTDental.com and picking up a new instrument or telling them thank you in person at one of the conferences! THIS EPISODE COUNTS FOR CE! - but read the disclaimer below as it might not count for your state. Go here to take the test and get CE credit! A Tale of Two Hygienists homepage - https://ataleoftwohygienists.com/ AToTH on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/aTaleOfTwoHygienists/ AToTH on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ataleoftwohygienists AToTH on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/atoth/?originalSubdomain=ca
You might know Osher Günsberg as Andy G or Andrew G depending on which era you're talking about. The Osher we talk to today is a very different person to the bloke Andy G was. He's a very different guy to Andrew G, but again, this bloke has a story, and he was in Robinvale briefly to tell his story about mental illness and how it's affected his life and his families lives. Osher could not have been more accomodating, more welcoming and more fantastic with the people that came along to the RDHS & FRRR Mental Health Forum at the Community Centre tonight, and he did not by any stretch, have to have a conversation in a car with me, but he did, and he is ever so complimentary about our humble little podcast at the end, so listen to til the end, because to be honest, from one radio head to another, I'm chuffed. If you or someone you love is struggling with some mental health issues, please reach out to someone and talk, even if it is to the person on the other end of the phone at Lifeline - 13 11 14. Feel free to have a listen to Osher's own podcast which is FANTASTIC, and part of the Podcast One Network, so far better quality that this one, but we're trying and you keep listening, so we'll keep doing it. Thank you. Osher's podcast - Better Than Yesterday is here on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/better-than-yesterday-with-osher-g%C3%BCnsberg/id711028488
Donny had a few things to get off his chest this week so we did have a long chat with Steph Ryan MP, Shadow Water Minister and State Member for Euroa. We also had Charlie Albanese come in for a chat about Farmer Wants a Wife, the AED info night tennis and a few other things we got sidetracked with. Then Anna & Nicki Early Childhood Educators from RDHS about the school holiday program and OOSH (Out Of School Hours Program). Head to rdhs.com.au for all information about any of their programs. It's a community service and one you should use. It's another 2 part episode this week as we have a lot of information to convey in language so Gabi, Kato, Jack and a chat with Ali Cupper will follow this episode before the end of the week.
Donny is back, but only for a week before he flies off to Port Douglas for a holiday. Paula is in to talk about he Robinvale Basketball Association & the AGM being held TONIGHT (22ND AUGUST 2019) they are desperate for office bearers and people to take over so get involved. Quentin Norton is in to talk about all things RDHS and an extention to the ambulance station. Kato is in with local news in the Sentinel, out today and ready to pull the trigger on their website. Ali Cupper is also in studio with us to have a really interesting and informative chat about Labour Hire, Ag Visa's, Rates and her new proposal for the State Government and water. It's a big one, so settle in.
Wingårdhs är ett av arkitektkontoren som anlitades för renoveringen av Nationalmuseum. Avsnittet börjar med en intervju med arkitekten Gert Wingårdh om renoveringen, konst och arkitektur. Sedan intervjuas Mats Widbom om Wingårdhs insatser under renoveringen, också har är utbildad arkitekt och är idag VD på Svensk Form.
Martelle Coke, RDH shares her journey at RDH Under One Roof Conference. She is the founder of BrownGirl, RDH. BrownGirl, RDH has grown rapidly in the last few months and has captured the heart of many hygienists who feel underrepresented. She explains the "why" behind her mission and what she plans to achieve for the hygiene community. Listen in to this great conversation so that you can gain career satisfaction! #thinkbeyondtheprophy Featured book: Girl Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollins Episode Sponsor: Young Dental Featured Product: Vera® Classic Elite Original™ Disposable Prophy Angles Subscribe Here: Click here: Subscribe to the Podcast and Leave a Podcast Review Follow Us On Social Media: Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Click here: Subscribe to the Podcast and Leave a Podcast Review Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Martelle Coke, RDH shares her journey at RDH Under One Roof Conference. She is the founder of BrownGirl, RDH. BrownGirl, RDH has grown rapidly in the last few months and has captured the heart of many hygienists who feel underrepresented. She explains the "why" behind her mission and what she plans to achieve for the hygiene community. Listen in to this great conversation so that you can gain career satisfaction! #thinkbeyondtheprophy Featured book: Girl Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollins Episode Sponsor: Young Dental Featured Product: Vera® Classic Elite Original™ Disposable Prophy Angles Subscribe Here: Click here: Subscribe to the Podcast and Leave a Podcast Review Follow Us On Social Media: Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Click here: Subscribe to the Podcast and Leave a Podcast Review Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Have you heard of a travel nurse? Did you know that a travel RDH program exists? Meet Kate Crouse the Dental Travel Coordinator at Team Placement and Amber Westfall, RDH, a current RDH in the travel program. It was awesome getting to know Kate and Amber. We hit it off right away and the program they offer is one not to be missed!! Educators and RDHs share this episode with anyone you know! Listen in to hear about this innovative program and how you could possibly participate if you are ready to expand your clinical practice. #thinkbeyondtheprophy Topics we discuss: Meeting Team Placement How Team Placement started How the Travel program has grown The right RDH characteristics for this program Qualifications needed to apply Qualities of a traveling RDH How many RDHs in this proram? How many RDHs are they looking for? The length of the program and terms. Full housing and board for candidates who are accepted! Maintaining career satisfaction with a program like this Meet Amber: Current travel RDH in the program Who is Amber? Why she chose Team placement Advice for RDHs interested in the program Finding permanent positions with team placement Some of our favorites shared Contact Kate here: kcrouse@teamplace.com Link to Team Placement Website: Click HERE Link to the Team Placement Travel Program: CLICK HERE Featured book: Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Let's start the discussion. Did you have any aha moments or favorite quotes? Do you agree with the tips? Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, podcast, and leave a review! Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Have you heard of a travel nurse? Did you know that a travel RDH program exists? Meet Kate Crouse the Dental Travel Coordinator at Team Placement and Amber Westfall, RDH, a current RDH in the travel program. It was awesome getting to know Kate and Amber. We hit it off right away and the program they offer is one not to be missed!! Educators and RDHs share this episode with anyone you know! Listen in to hear about this innovative program and how you could possibly participate if you are ready to expand your clinical practice. #thinkbeyondtheprophy Topics we discuss: Meeting Team Placement How Team Placement started How the Travel program has grown The right RDH characteristics for this program Qualifications needed to apply Qualities of a traveling RDH How many RDHs in this proram? How many RDHs are they looking for? The length of the program and terms. Full housing and board for candidates who are accepted! Maintaining career satisfaction with a program like this Meet Amber: Current travel RDH in the program Who is Amber? Why she chose Team placement Advice for RDHs interested in the program Finding permanent positions with team placement Some of our favorites shared Contact Kate here: kcrouse@teamplace.com Link to Team Placement Website: Click HERE Link to the Team Placement Travel Program: CLICK HERE Featured book: Present Over Perfect by Shauna Niequist Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Let's start the discussion. Did you have any aha moments or favorite quotes? Do you agree with the tips? Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, podcast, and leave a review! Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Meet Ellie Naderi, RDH! She is a powerhouse leader in a DSO organization. Currently, she is the Senior Vice President of Dental Hygiene Operations and has held roles as an educator, in corporate sales, and in business management leadership. Jasmin enjoyed learning about her journey. The key takeaway from this interview: You are credible and you must believe in yourself, have confidence, and take risks. Ellie emphasized that you can develop the business acumen you need over time to fulfill your goals. Learn how this has helped Ellie in her professional journey and why it has brought her career satisfaction. Thank you for being on the show! Topics we discuss: How Ellie became a dental hygienist Childhood experience with Dentistry Experience as a dental hygiene student How her table clinic presentation made an impact in her career Think outside of the box Working with a reputable Pharma company Finding an opportunity in corporate sales Taking a leap a faith to transition out of clinical practice Your clinical skills can be an asset to your role in business Go back to the basics of how you learned in school. It will never fail you. What is a DSO? Why is a DSO a great option for RDHs that think beyond the prophy Knowing clinical practice and business management is invaluable Hiring your replacement and fostering growth in your professional career How to choose the right DSO Typical day being the SVP of Dental Hygiene Operations Preparing your mindset and keeping joy to prepare yourself for new roles Transitioning roles while prioritizing your family needs Best Career Advice Contact her for opportunities! Link to her LinkedIn account: Click HERE Featured book: The Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posnerer Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Let's start the discussion. Did you have any "aha" moments or favorite quotes? Do you agree with the tips? Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, podcast, and leave a review! Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Meet Ellie Naderi, RDH! She is a powerhouse leader in a DSO organization. Currently, she is the Senior Vice President of Dental Hygiene Operations and has held roles as an educator, in corporate sales, and in business management leadership. Jasmin enjoyed learning about her journey. The key takeaway from this interview: You are credible and you must believe in yourself, have confidence, and take risks. Ellie emphasized that you can develop the business acumen you need over time to fulfill your goals. Learn how this has helped Ellie in her professional journey and why it has brought her career satisfaction. Thank you for being on the show! Topics we discuss: How Ellie became a dental hygienist Childhood experience with Dentistry Experience as a dental hygiene student How her table clinic presentation made an impact in her career Think outside of the box Working with a reputable Pharma company Finding an opportunity in corporate sales Taking a leap a faith to transition out of clinical practice Your clinical skills can be an asset to your role in business Go back to the basics of how you learned in school. It will never fail you. What is a DSO? Why is a DSO a great option for RDHs that think beyond the prophy Knowing clinical practice and business management is invaluable Hiring your replacement and fostering growth in your professional career How to choose the right DSO Typical day being the SVP of Dental Hygiene Operations Preparing your mindset and keeping joy to prepare yourself for new roles Transitioning roles while prioritizing your family needs Best Career Advice Contact her for opportunities! Link to her LinkedIn account: Click HERE Featured book: The Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posnerer Like Us on Facebook Join our Beyond the Prophy Community on Facebook Let's start the discussion. Did you have any "aha" moments or favorite quotes? Do you agree with the tips? Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, podcast, and leave a review! Where to find Beyond the Prophy®: Facebook: @Beyondtheprophy Instagram: @Beyondtheprophy Apple Podcast: @Beyondtheprophy Stitcher: @Beyondtheprophy Google Play: @Beyondtheprophy
Christie and Jasmin had the privilege to interview the AMAZING Jamie Freitag-Dooley, RDH. We thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and was inspired by all of the pearls that Jamie shared during the interview. Jamie is a compassionate RDH who has created a phenomenal career in public health and has made it her mission to help other RDHs fulfill their big dreams in their professional and personal lives. Jamie is a giver and in this episode, she shares her personal journey in her career and the biggest accomplishments in her life which is raising her two daughters. Hear more of her unique story and be prepared to be inspired to see the good in you. Thank you for being on the show! Topics we discuss: Her career in Dental Hygiene 15 years chairside as an RDH before making a career change BS at 35 as a single mother Mother of two Living with no regrets Going to school while raising children as a single mother Raising a daughter who is living with special needs Getting your mindset ready to support your children with special health considerations Dealing with infertility Instilling grace and confidence to your children to conquer their goals Her inspirational career in public health and program development Getting involved Dental impact LLC and making an impact Making and reaching those big dreams Find Dental Impact LLC Website: Click Here Contact Jamie here: jamie@dentalimpact.org Featured book: Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod Like Us on Facebook Join our MOMgienists Community on Facebook Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Apple Podcast: @MOMgienistsPodcast Google Play: @MOMgienistsPodcast
Christie and Jasmin had a blast getting to know Emily Boge, RDH, the creator of the American Eagle Instruments Boge 513 XP Technology, Department Chair of Hawkeye Community College, President of the Iowa Dental Hygienists' Association, Founder of Think Big Dental, and awesome Mom to two boys. She is a confident and fearless leader in our profession. Hear about her full circle moment with teaching at her alma mater, failures that led to achieving goals, what life is like in Iowa, and her awesome family. Stay to the end to hear Emily and Jasmin spit some bars of hip-hop. **GIVEAWAY** This episode will feature a giveaway. Huge shout out to Emily Boge, Gracey Eagle, and American Eagle Instruments for sponsoring this giveaway and supporting all RDHs. We appreciate you! Follow us on Facebook for the giveaway! Starts Monday, February 27, 2017, and ends Monday, March 6, 2017. Where to find Emily: Think Big Dental Email Emily here: emily@thinkbigdental.com More about the Boge 513: Boge 513 Feature How to use the Boge 513 video Boge513 Demo from Hygiene Edge Want to know more about Sharpen Free Technology? Click HERE Where to find MOMgienists: Facebook: @MOMgienists Instagram: @MOMgienists Sound Cloud: @MOMgienists iTunes: @MOMgienists Podcast Google Play: @MOMgienists Podcast Check out our Sponsor: Solution Reach Text JASMIN to 801-899-5390 for a free $25 AMEX card for scheduling a live demo!
This episode is the first ever "live event" recording with Michelle and Andrew presenting on stage together. Andrew just about gives Michelle hives by changing the presenting 12 hours before they went on. Our audience was mostly doctors and we share with them what we have learned from the podcast to help make their hygienists better clinicians. It was a blast and cant wait for next year! We start off by catching up with Dr. Alan Mead and Dr. Jason Lipscomb from the Dental Hacks Podcast! We talk about the first annual Voices of Dentistry Summit in Nashville, TN. Alan and Jason share what was the most successful, surprising, and fulfilling parts of the CE Summit. They also explain why they think RDHs should go to the next one! If you havent heard their podcast before, go download it now! https://voicesofdentistry.com/virtual-ticket/ www.dentalhacks.com
This episode is the first ever "live event" recording with Michelle and Andrew presenting on stage together. Andrew just about gives Michelle hives by changing the presenting 12 hours before they went on. Our audience was mostly doctors and we share with them what we have learned from the podcast to help make their hygienists better clinicians. It was a blast and cant wait for next year! We start off by catching up with Dr. Alan Mead and Dr. Jason Lipscomb from the Dental Hacks Podcast! We talk about the first annual Voices of Dentistry Summit in Nashville, TN. Alan and Jason share what was the most successful, surprising, and fulfilling parts of the CE Summit. They also explain why they think RDHs should go to the next one! If you havent heard their podcast before, go download it now! https://voicesofdentistry.com/virtual-ticket/ www.dentalhacks.com
•Importance of training •Morning Huddles •Hand offs •Great Staff Communication •Staff support doctor and doctor support staff •Use of headsets in the office •Much more I have a bachelor’s degree in human resources and a master’s degree in organizational development. What is that, you might ask? Basically, I have spent years learning how to deal with people in the context of an organization. Before entering the dental field I was a retail store manager, outside sales person, and technical recruiter. After graduating dental school, my husband Tony asked me to help him run is scratch dental office. We opened our first practice in January 2003 outside of Baltimore, MD. With some more advanced training from a great dental training company, we took our practice from $0 with 0 patients in 2003 to about $120K a month in collections in 2007. In January 2007, we took our entire staff to Carlsbad, CA (north of San Diego) for hygiene training and fell in love with Southern California. We sold our house and our practice and moved across country with our two young kids. For about a year, I worked in another dental office and quickly realized that without good management, working in an office is not fun. My husband and I opened our second scratch practice in June 2008, in San Diego. My point in sharing all of this is that I have had experience as an observer of dental offices, an employee in other offices, and finally as a manager for my husband’s practices. (I use the phrase “my husband’s practices” because I believe these are (or were) his practices, 100%. He’s the one that went to dental school for four years and he is the owner of our current practice. I am his Office Manager and as such, view my role as helping him reach his goals as the owner. It is not my practice! I do, however, understand the importance of the Office Manager’s role in kicking her doctor in the butt every so often! And you’ll see that theme time and again in my training and website.) The first time we opened a scratch practice was in 2003, in Maryland, when the economy was stronger and selling patients on treatments was much easier. We opened our second scratch practice in 2008—right after the recession. And we are only 20 minutes from Mexico, where patients can go to get much cheaper treatment. So we have had out share of challenges getting a new practice to succeed, just like many of you. Several years on, I’m happy to report that we are generating over $200K a month in collections as a fee-for-service office, with an average of 60–100 new patients a month. I run a staff of over 15, which includes three doctors, four RDHs, three dental assistants, and four employees at the front desk. I am now the founder and owner of Front Office Rocks. I created this company with the goal of helping other dental offices train and learn new policies and procedures that my team and I have proven are very successful in making dental offices work better. www.FrontOfficeRocks.com (800) 914-3595 10755 Scripps Poway Parkway Suite 413 San Diego, CA 92131
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