RDH Magazine Podcast

Expanding Hygiene Eduction

Sharing time with Ashley Smith and Daneshka Cantres-Vega.  Why they expanded their education and where they see themselves after graduation.

Is rapamycin the next big breakthrough in periodontitis and oral cancer treatment?

 
Originally developed as an immunosuppressant, rapamycin is now being studied for its wide-ranging potential in oral health—particularly in treating periodontitis, oral dysbiosis, and oral cancer.
Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSH
 
Read by Jackie Sanders
Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/oral-systemic/article/55237017/is-rapamycin-the-next-big-breakthrough-in-periodontitis-and-oral-cancer-treatment 

Artificial intelligence: A new era for dental hygiene

 
AI is revolutionizing dentistry by boosting patient care, streamlining workflows, and expanding access to services through advanced tools like diagnostics, machine learning, and automation.
Kevin Ohashi Lopez, MHA, BSDH, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders
 
https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55234385/artificial-intelligence-a-new-era-for-dental-hygiene

Bananas versus dental radiographs: Which has more radiation?

 
What has more radiation, bananas or dental x-rays? Here's an interesting way to explain how much radiation patients are exposed to during dental x-rays.
Lauren Godshall, RDH
Read by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/radiology/article/55237562/bananas-versus-dental-radiographs-which-has-more-radiation

Leading in a new era: 6 ways young professionals can shape the future

 
As a young leader, there are many things to consider to develop a successful career and dental team. It begins with self-awareness and building relationships.
Brittany Cox, MA, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders
 
Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55233041/leading-in-a-new-era-6-ways-young-professionals-can-shape-the-future 

Chasing unicorns: Finding the perfect hygienist-doctor fit

 
It's up to all dentists and hygienists to work together to create a harmonious profession. This RDH sees both sides' outlooks and suggests how they can work better together.
Miranda Beeson, MS, BSDHRead by Jackie Sanders 
Article Link: https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55139232/chasing-unicorns-finding-the-perfect-hygienist-doctor-fit

The skinny on fat-soluble vitamins and their relationship to oral health

 
Knowing how different vitamins affect oral and overall health will help you advise patients in their dietary choices.
Written By: Breezy Briana Bonney, MS, BSDH, RDH 
Read By: Jackie Sanders Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55234622/the-skinny-on-fat-soluble-vitamins-and-their-relationship-to-oral-health 

New treatment for sleep apnea may replace bulky CPAPs for patients

 
For patients who cannot tolerate CPAP therapy, there is a new device that can treat sleep apnea—a small implant that delivers gentle pulses to the airway muscles to keep the airway open. Here’s what you need to know.
Abbey Rieck, MSEd, BS, RDH
 
Read by: Jackie Sanders Article: https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55133324/new-treatment-for-sleep-apnea-may-replace-bulky-cpaps-for-patients 

What's Changing in 2025 and a 2024 Wrap up!

Share time with Jackie Sanders, Chief Editor of RDH Magazine.  How was 2024 and where are we going in 2025.  What is changing and what dates do you need to save on your calendar.

The difference between apologizing and not apologizing in a professional setting

 
The value of a sincere apology can go a long way with patients. This RDH witnessed the dentists who chose two very different approaches.
Shelly M. Turner, MBA, MASL, BASDH, RDH