RDH Magazine Podcast

Beyond squamous cell carcinoma: A spectrum of oral cavity malignancies

 
This article surveys several malignancies that can occur in the oral cavity—from salivary gland tumors to sarcomas—to highlight their presentations, pathology, and management.
Andreina Sucre, MSc, RDH
 
Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/article/55271904/beyond-squamous-cell-carcinoma-a-spectrum-of-oral-cavity-malignancies

The role of AI in enhancing periodontal disease classification and diagnosis

 
Here's how AI is revolutionizing periodontal disease diagnosis, offering faster, more accurate detection and personalized treatment plans to improve patient care.
Marianne Dryer, MEd, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55273544/the-role-of-ai-in-enhancing-periodontal-disease-classification-and-diagnosis 

Hygiene Mentor: How to carefully approach dental assistans about ultrsonic problem

This dental hygienist feels it's disrespectful the way the assistants don't bundle instruments for the ultrasonic. How can you approach this problem in a fair manner?
Amber Auger, MPH, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders
https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/disinfection/article/55273545/hygiene-mentor-how-to-carefully-approach-dental-assistants-about-ultrasonic-problem

RDH Rise with Brittany Cox

Brittany Cox discusses her experience with burnout and sharing her story in a recent article, What burnout taught me about the career I still love.  Her passion is leading to a new series of solutions.  RDH Rise.https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55287305/what-burnout-taught-me-about-the-dental-hygiene-career-i-still-love

Antidepressant Medications and Oral Health with Tracee Dahm

An open discussion on depression and the effects of antidepressants on oral health.  Tracee Dahm discusses her recent article in RDH eVillage.
Antidepressant medications and oral health | Registered Dental Hygienists

The value of vitamin C for dental patients

People who want to take steps toward staying healthy, including their oral health, need to remember the value of vitamin C. You can remind them about this handy and healthy option.
Breezy Briana Bonney, MS, BSDH, RDHRead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/patient-education/article/55273163/the-value-of-vitamin-c-for-dental-patients

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