RDH Magazine Podcast

The basics of dental unit waterlines: Part 2

 
Many dental professionals are confused about how to get their dental unit waterlines to pass the safety test. In part two of this series, Amanda Hill explains how to interpret the test results, what to do if you fail, and some common myths around DUWL compliance.
Amanda Hill, BSDH, RDH, CDIPC
 
Read by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/infection-control/water-safety/article/55282554/the-basics-of-dental-unit-waterlines-part-2 

A century of subordination: The historical barriers to dental hygienists' autonomy

 
This is an unfiltered examination of the structural sexism embedded in dentistry, a profession that has long constrained the autonomy of hygienists under the pretext of safety and oversight.
Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA
 
Read by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/alternative-practice/article/55286333/a-century-of-subordination-the-historical-barriers-to-dental-hygienists-autonomy 

The Key to Career Longevity with Katrina Klein, RDH, CEAS, CPT

Katrina Klein shares her insights on ergonomic health and the benefits of muscle health.  

Mentorship and advocacy in dental hygiene: Speak up for patients and one another

Supporting and collaborating with your fellow dental hygienists will boost the profession and patient care. Mentorship is a terrific way to begin.
 
Kandra Sellers, BA, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/inspiration/article/55286217/mentorship-and-advocacy-in-dental-hygiene-speak-up-for-patients-and-one-another 

An introduction to Interprofessionalism

 
Bridging the gap between dentists and dental hygienists through stronger interprofessional collaboration could be the key to improving patient outcomes and advancing comprehensive oral care.
Whitney Foster, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders, RDH https://www.rdhmag.com/career-profession/article/55273548/an-introduction-to-interprofessionalism-in-dentistry

Dental Hygiene Autonomy: Defining the Paradigm with Derik J. Sven, MBA, MPH, RDH, CDT, FADHA

Derik Sven shares his professional insights on dental hygiene autonomy and defining the paradigm. Where did he find his passion to make a positive influence on our profession?

Nicotine Pouches: The Latest Trend with Alyssa Day BSDH, RDH

Spend time learning about the latest trend of nicotine pouches. Alyssa Day shares her knowledge on the adverse effects and the role of the RDH. 

Where can we make a difference with Billie Lunt, MSDH, BA, RDH

Billie Lunt shares her joy-filled attitude on life and teaching dental hygiene students.  Where can we all make a difference?

Periodontal disease: A comorbidity? Part 1

 
 
Lara James, NTM, RDH, advocates for periodontal disease being classified as a comorbidity. Here’s why.
Lara James, NTM, RDHRead by Jackie Sandershttps://www.rdhmag.com/patient-care/article/55272301/periodontal-disease-a-comorbidity-part-1 

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, RDHRead by Jackie Sanders https://www.rdhmag.com/pathology/article/55271904/beyond-squamous-cell-carcinoma-a-spectrum-of-oral-cavity-malignancies