RDH Magazine Podcast

How COVID-19 changed dental hygiene: 18 experts share key lessons for the future

 
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped dental hygiene in ways that are still unfolding today. In this exclusive feature, 18 dental hygiene experts share their biggest takeaways—and what they mean for the profession moving forward.
Amelia Williamson DeStefano, MARead by Brittany Duncan 
 
https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55275437/how-covid-19-changed-dental-hygiene-15-experts-share-key-lessons-for-the-future 

When is it time to leave an office?

 
"Supervised neglect" is no way to treat dental patients. If this is the situation in your practice, it may be time to look for a new position.
Amber Auger, MPH, RDHRead by Brittany Duncan 
https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55261992/hygiene-mentor-when-is-it-time-to-leave-an-office 

The Hygienepreneur

Looking for some motivation?  Spend time with Tiffany Wuebben, "The Hygienepreneur" as she discusses her coaching platforms and the launch of her second book, Culture Catalyst.

Dentist Hygienist Communication: Enhancing Patient Treatment

Amid a nationwide dental hygienist shortage, nearly 40% of practices are struggling to fill positions. How can we improve patient care through dentist-hygienist communication?
Sally Aube, MSDH, RDH, CDA,
 
Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55261519/enhancing-patient-treatment-outcomes-through-effective-dentist-hygienist-communication 

Debunking myths about dental implant maintenance

This hygienist debunks four myths she learned in dental hygiene school and heard over the years about implant maintenance and offers some practical tips to provide the best implant care for patients.
Amy Lemons, MEd, BSDH, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55259759/debunking-myths-about-dental-implant-maintenance 

White coat hypertension: Not a benign condition

White coat hypertension at the dentist’s office is a serious condition that requires further monitoring and evaluation to ensure heart health. Dental hygienists can mitigate risk by discussing the risk factors of high blood pressure with patients.
Erika Lauren Serrano, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders
Link to Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55264870/white-coat-hypertension-not-a-benign-condition 

Become a Certified Orofacial myologist

How can you become an IAOM Board Certified Orofacial Myoloigist and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.  Listen to Joy Lantz story.

The ADHA is not under attack: Hygienists are asking for change

As a profession, we’re in dire need of a strong association, as we are challenged routinely. But why the low membership in the ADHA, and how can interest be revived?
Jackie Sanders, MBA, RDH, Chief editor, RDH magazine
Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55270913/the-adha-is-not-under-attack-hygienists-are-asking-for-change

Vaping: Exposing the hidden risks

Vaping and the brain: Exposing the hidden risks
The effects of vaping on oral and overall health are still being studied. But enough negative effects have been shown for dental hygienists to discuss them with their patients who vape.
Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSHRead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/55263799/vaping-and-the-brain-exposing-the-hidden-risks 

Autonomy for Dental Hygienists'

Are you ready to spark bold and informed conversations, disrupt entrenched norms, and drive meaningful systemic change? Then don't miss this upcoming series of articles in RDH magazine about hygienists' autonomy.
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHARead by Jackie SandersArticle Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55265894/breaking-chains-the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy?page=1&filters={%22page%22:1,%22status%22:[%221%22],%22impliedSchedules%22:true}&sort=published