RDH Magazine Podcast

The influence of salivary proteins

Saliva is more than a digestive fluid—it’s the secret sauce for oral and systemic health.
Anne O. Rice, BS, RDH, CDP, FAAOSHRead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55271562/the-influence-of-salivary-proteins

The case for dental hygienists’ autonomy, part I: Defining the paradigm

The differences in dentistry and dental hygiene have led to some deep divides through the years. What can hygienists do about this?
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHARead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55273454/the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy-part-i-defining-the-paradigm

The benefits of disclosing solution

 
When it comes to disclosing solution, some love it, some are happy to have left it in hygiene school. Bethany Montoya highlights reasons you might want to add it to your arsenal.
Bethany Montoya, BAS, RDH
 
Read by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55273780/the-benefits-of-disclosing-solution 

Anxiety and depression among US teens

 
The US Surgeon General has raised concerns about the growing mental health crisis among teenagers. Dental professionals should monitor and educate adolescent patients on maintaining overall and oral health.
Tracee S. Dahm, MS, BSDH
 
Read by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55273808/anxiety-and-depression-among-us-teens 

Working Dehydrated: The Real Cost

 
We hit the ground running and don’t stop until lunch (if even then) so frequently that being dehydrated is almost a way of life. Learn more about how important hydration is to a full, productive life.
Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPTRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.dentistryiq.com/dentistry/article/55277117/wellness-corner-we-are-not-part-camel-the-real-cost-of-working-dehydrated 

Laser treatments for sensitive teeth

Various dental procedures may help reduce the occurrence of dentinal hypersensitivity. However, what works every time is a laser! Learn more from Angie Wallace, RDH, about how you can help your patients.Angie Wallace, RDH
Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.dentistryiq.com/dentistry/article/55271094/laser-treatments-for-sensitive-teeth?o_eid=&oly_enc_id=&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|&utm_campaign=CPS250325172&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RDH+eVillage 

Funds Raised! 19 Students Attend Live Board Review

How did Westmoreland County Community College raise funds to send 19 students to a live board review?

Proprioception Dysfunction

There are a variety of tools to assist your patients who have proprioception dysfunction. But first, what is it, and how can it affect dental care?
Lisa Curbow, BAAS, RDH, CDPRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/home-care/article/55279278/get-a-grip-how-to-help-dental-patients-with-proprioception-dysfunction?o_eid=&oly_enc_id=&rdx.ident[pull]=omeda|&utm_campaign=CPS250325172&utm_medium=email&utm_source=RDH+eVillage

Selective polishing: A new era in dental hygiene

When it comes to polishing, one size does not fit all. Katrina Klein has recommendations to improve the experience for pros and patients.
Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPTRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55265000/selective-polishing-a-new-era-in-dental-hygiene 

Thrush be gone: How dental hygienists can win the battle against this fungal foe

Among the many discomforts dental patients may experience, thrush is a tricky one. There are many different causes, and several different treatments that may work better than others.
Lisa Chan, DDS
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Aubrey Glassberg, BS
 
 
Read by: Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/print/content/55279308