RDH Magazine Podcast

Ditching the lead shield? What you should know before doing so

The ADA’s updated radiation guidelines recommend ditching lead aprons. But before you make any changes, learn what every dental hygienist needs to know about state laws and patient safety.
Sue Scherer, MEd, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55324475/what-dental-hygienists-should-know-before-ditching-the-lead-shield

Ergonomic Longevity

Posture myths are holding hygienists back. Strength, movement, and postural variability—not static “perfect posture”—are the true keys to ergonomic longevity.
Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPTRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/ergonomics/article/55321001/rethinking-movement-posture-and-ergonomic-longevity-for-dental-hygienists

Smoking and Periodontal Disease

Despite being the leading preventable cause of death, cancer, and gum disease, smoking remains a stubborn habit. Understanding why people start—and why many can’t stop—is key to helping patients quit and reclaim their health.
Curstyn Molloy, BSDH, RDH Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55322384/the-relationship-between-smoking-and-periodontal-disease-health-implications-and-improvements-with-quitting

Growing in Dental Hygiene as a Clinician

Amber Auger shares her enthusiasm for providing platforms to support the growth of the dental hygiene clinician. From Thrive in the Op to RDH Evolution.

Oral Health Awareness Project

Share time with Bethany Montoya as she talks about the creation of the Oral Health Awareness Project and the Lone Star Society.  Positive momentum and change for the dental hygiene community.

The case for dental hygienists' autonomy: Charting the path forward

Dental hygiene has its own version of Stockholm Syndrome—years of subordination have conditioned many hygienists to defend the very system that restricts them.
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHARead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55324570/the-case-for-dental-hygienists-autonomy-charting-the-path-forward

Intra and extraoral cancer screening

When did you have your last oral cancer screening? The importance of intraoral and the new statistics confirming the significance of the extraoral.  Spend some quality time with Susan Cotten.

The SAUCE Method for Avoiding Burnout

Sasha Bryan shares her optimism to her interview and reveals her SAUCE method to help prevent burnout. She also discusses her tips and tricks on coordinating her schedule to provide quality patient care.
 
This episode is sponsored by Aspen Dental. To learn more, visit aspendental.com.

Behind the label: Prioritizing dental product ingredient safety

This article explores how hygienists can identify hidden allergens, minimize risks for medically complex patients, and choose safer, evidence-based products that support individualized, patient-centered care.
India Chance, RDH, CDIPCRead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/print/content/55320082

Turbo-CR: The desiccant that is transforming dental hygiene practice

If you've ever had trouble with your desiccants, look no further than the Turbo-CR. Annie Walters, MS, RDH, is here to explain why this new product is a game-changer.
Annie Walters, MS, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55312160/turbo-cr-the-desiccant-that-is-transforming-dental-hygiene-practice